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Psychology-A Science

Gujarat Board · Class 11 · Psychology

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Meaning, Definition and Nature of Psychology

  • Etymology: 'Psychology' comes from Greek words 'Psyche' (soul) and 'Logos' (science)
  • Historical evolution: Science of soul → Science of mind → Science of consciousness → Science of behavior
  • Modern definition: Psychology is the scientific study of mental processes, experiences, and behavior in different contexts
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Nature of Psychology as a Science

  • Psychology is a science because it uses scientific methodology
  • Characteristics of science: Repetition, change, control, and objectivity
  • Psychology is a Natural Science - studies natural phenomena (behavior)
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Aims of Psychology

  • Four primary aims: Description, Clarification, Prediction, and Control
  • Description: Systematically documenting and categorizing behavioral phenomena
  • Clarification: Understanding the 'why' behind behaviors by identifying causes
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Origin and Development of Modern Psychology

  • Wilhelm Wundt established first psychology laboratory (1879, Leipzig, Germany)
  • Wundt is known as 'Father of Scientific Psychology'
  • Historical progression: Philosophy → Empirical Psychology → Scientific Psychology

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Psychology is defined as 'a sciencePsychology evolved through four stagesPsychology exhibits four essential characteristicsPsychology pursues four scientific goalsSix major approaches study human behavior

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