Author Question: What are the first two schools of psychology called, who is associated with their founding? (Read 3580 times)

federox

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and how do they differ?
yes this is homework. give best answer to the first person who gives correct answer



penguins

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1. Psychoanalytic theory - founder Sigmound Frued - This school of thought emphasizes the importance of early childhood experience in laying the foundation for future development in the person.  This model contends that the majority of our behaviors are driven by unseen and unknown forces (the subconscious) id, ego and superego, which seek to protect the self.  It places emphasis on concepts such as defense mechanisms, psychosexual development in early years, oedipus complexes, etc.  

2.  Behaviorism - BF Skinner, Watson - This perspective emphasizes the importance of reinforcement (reward) and avoidance of punishment as the driving forces behind human behavior.  This perspective is far less interested in previous experience (or the why) and more interested in the consequences that follow the given behavior (what.)  It places emphasis on concepts such as classical vs operant conditioning, ABA, and principles of reinforcement (rewards).



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Jones

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What do you mean by first two schools of psychology... I don't really not what your question is in reference to.  Do you mean the first two schools of psychology in history?  Either way, if it is homework no one would know as much as is in the chapter of your textbook, especially when the question is so broad.



 

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