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The history of psychology traces its evolution from ancient practices to modern scientific approaches. Psychology officially became recognized... Show more
Psychology's journey began long before it became an official science. Wilhelm Wundt, who taught at the University of Leipzig, is considered the Father of Psychology. The field became officially recognized as a science in 1879, with Edward Titchener (Wundt's student) helping to develop early psychological theories.
Ancient civilizations had their own methods of addressing mental issues. Trephination (drilling holes in skulls to release evil spirits) was practiced by early cultures. Ancient Egyptians believed in "Ka" spirits residing in the head, while Ancient Greeks like Plato and Aristotle debated whether mind and body were separate or unified. Hippocrates, the father of modern medicine, introduced the theory of four vital humors (blood, phlegm, black bile, yellow bile), leading to practices like blood-letting.
The Middle Ages saw a major setback as psychological issues were attributed to demonic possession. By the 1600s-1700s, pseudosciences like phrenology (studying head bumps to determine intelligence and character) became popular approaches to understanding the mind.
Did you know? The term "psychology" comes from the Greek words "psyche" meaning "mind" or "soul" and "logia" meaning "study," literally making it the study of the mind!
The first formal school of psychological thought was Structuralism, developed by Wilhelm Wundt and Edward Titchener, which focused on breaking down experiences into their basic components. This approach emphasized analyzing the building blocks of consciousness and how they combine to create our mental experiences.
Structuralism introduced introspection, a method where people analyzed their experiences by breaking them down into physical sensations, emotions, and mental images. This was followed by Functionalism, developed by William James (America's first notable psychologist), which focused on how our perceptions help us function in our environment.
Sigmund Freud's Psychodynamic approach revolutionized psychology by suggesting our behavior stems from childhood experiences and the unconscious mind. Freud used the iceberg metaphor—most of our personality exists "below the surface" of consciousness. This approach involved drawing out trauma to help patients overcome psychological barriers.
Behaviorism, pioneered by John Watson and B.F. Skinner, shifted focus to observable behaviors rather than the invisible mind. Watson introduced the concept of Tabula Rasa (blank slate), suggesting experiences shape development. Behaviorists studied conditioning (learned associations between stimuli) and created tools like the Skinner box, where animals learned behaviors through reward systems.
Try this Look at an optical illusion to experience Gestalt psychology in action—your brain automatically tries to create whole, meaningful images from partial information!
Later approaches included Gestalt Psychology, which emphasizes how our brains perceive complete patterns rather than individual pieces, and Cognitive Psychology, which studies mental processes like learning, judgment, and decision-making. These approaches continue to influence how we understand the mind today.
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PsychologyAligns with Unit 1 of AP Psychology
AP PsychologyIn class notes
AP PsychologyIntroduction to psychology
AP Psychology
PsychologyExplore the origins of psychology, focusing on Wundt's pioneering work in introspection and the development of structuralism. Understand the shift to behaviorism led by Watson, emphasizing observable behavior over introspective methods. This summary covers key concepts such as the birth of psychology, structuralism, and the behavioral approach, providing a comprehensive overview for students studying psychological theories.
PsychologyApp Store
Google Play
The app is very easy to use and well designed. I have found everything I was looking for so far and have been able to learn a lot from the presentations! I will definitely use the app for a class assignment! And of course it also helps a lot as an inspiration.
Stefan S
iOS user
This app is really great. There are so many study notes and help [...]. My problem subject is French, for example, and the app has so many options for help. Thanks to this app, I have improved my French. I would recommend it to anyone.
Samantha Klich
Android user
Wow, I am really amazed. I just tried the app because I've seen it advertised many times and was absolutely stunned. This app is THE HELP you want for school and above all, it offers so many things, such as workouts and fact sheets, which have been VERY helpful to me personally.
Anna
iOS user
I think it’s very much worth it and you’ll end up using it a lot once you get the hang of it and even after looking at others notes you can still ask your Artificial intelligence buddy the question and ask to simplify it if you still don’t get it!!! In the end I think it’s worth it 😊👍 ⚠️Also DID I MENTION ITS FREEE YOU DON’T HAVE TO PAY FOR ANYTHING AND STILL GET YOUR GRADES IN PERFECTLY❗️❗️⚠️
Thomas R
iOS user
Knowunity is the BEST app I’ve used in a minute. This is not an ai review or anything this is genuinely coming from a 7th grade student (I know 2011 im young) but dude this app is a 10/10 i have maintained a 3.8 gpa and have plenty of time for gaming. I love it and my mom is just happy I got good grades
Brad T
Android user
Not only did it help me find the answer but it also showed me alternative ways to solve it. I was horrible in math and science but now I have an a in both subjects. Thanks for the help🤍🤍
David K
iOS user
The app's just great! All I have to do is enter the topic in the search bar and I get the response real fast. I don't have to watch 10 YouTube videos to understand something, so I'm saving my time. Highly recommended!
Sudenaz Ocak
Android user
In school I was really bad at maths but thanks to the app, I am doing better now. I am so grateful that you made the app.
Greenlight Bonnie
Android user
I found this app a couple years ago and it has only gotten better since then. I really love it because it can help with written questions and photo questions. Also, it can find study guides that other people have made as well as flashcard sets and practice tests. The free version is also amazing for students who might not be able to afford it. Would 100% recommend
Aubrey
iOS user
Best app if you're in Highschool or Junior high. I have been using this app for 2 school years and it's the best, it's good if you don't have anyone to help you with school work.😋🩷🎀
Marco B
iOS user
THE QUIZES AND FLASHCARDS ARE SO USEFUL AND I LOVE THE SCHOOLGPT. IT ALSO IS LITREALLY LIKE CHATGPT BUT SMARTER!! HELPED ME WITH MY MASCARA PROBLEMS TOO!! AS WELL AS MY REAL SUBJECTS ! DUHHH 😍😁😲🤑💗✨🎀😮
Elisha
iOS user
This app is phenomenal down to the correct info and the various topics you can study! I greatly recommend it for people who struggle with procrastination and those who need homework help. It has been perfectly accurate for world 1 history as far as I’ve seen! Geometry too!
Paul T
iOS user
The app is very easy to use and well designed. I have found everything I was looking for so far and have been able to learn a lot from the presentations! I will definitely use the app for a class assignment! And of course it also helps a lot as an inspiration.
Stefan S
iOS user
This app is really great. There are so many study notes and help [...]. My problem subject is French, for example, and the app has so many options for help. Thanks to this app, I have improved my French. I would recommend it to anyone.
Samantha Klich
Android user
Wow, I am really amazed. I just tried the app because I've seen it advertised many times and was absolutely stunned. This app is THE HELP you want for school and above all, it offers so many things, such as workouts and fact sheets, which have been VERY helpful to me personally.
Anna
iOS user
I think it’s very much worth it and you’ll end up using it a lot once you get the hang of it and even after looking at others notes you can still ask your Artificial intelligence buddy the question and ask to simplify it if you still don’t get it!!! In the end I think it’s worth it 😊👍 ⚠️Also DID I MENTION ITS FREEE YOU DON’T HAVE TO PAY FOR ANYTHING AND STILL GET YOUR GRADES IN PERFECTLY❗️❗️⚠️
Thomas R
iOS user
Knowunity is the BEST app I’ve used in a minute. This is not an ai review or anything this is genuinely coming from a 7th grade student (I know 2011 im young) but dude this app is a 10/10 i have maintained a 3.8 gpa and have plenty of time for gaming. I love it and my mom is just happy I got good grades
Brad T
Android user
Not only did it help me find the answer but it also showed me alternative ways to solve it. I was horrible in math and science but now I have an a in both subjects. Thanks for the help🤍🤍
David K
iOS user
The app's just great! All I have to do is enter the topic in the search bar and I get the response real fast. I don't have to watch 10 YouTube videos to understand something, so I'm saving my time. Highly recommended!
Sudenaz Ocak
Android user
In school I was really bad at maths but thanks to the app, I am doing better now. I am so grateful that you made the app.
Greenlight Bonnie
Android user
I found this app a couple years ago and it has only gotten better since then. I really love it because it can help with written questions and photo questions. Also, it can find study guides that other people have made as well as flashcard sets and practice tests. The free version is also amazing for students who might not be able to afford it. Would 100% recommend
Aubrey
iOS user
Best app if you're in Highschool or Junior high. I have been using this app for 2 school years and it's the best, it's good if you don't have anyone to help you with school work.😋🩷🎀
Marco B
iOS user
THE QUIZES AND FLASHCARDS ARE SO USEFUL AND I LOVE THE SCHOOLGPT. IT ALSO IS LITREALLY LIKE CHATGPT BUT SMARTER!! HELPED ME WITH MY MASCARA PROBLEMS TOO!! AS WELL AS MY REAL SUBJECTS ! DUHHH 😍😁😲🤑💗✨🎀😮
Elisha
iOS user
This app is phenomenal down to the correct info and the various topics you can study! I greatly recommend it for people who struggle with procrastination and those who need homework help. It has been perfectly accurate for world 1 history as far as I’ve seen! Geometry too!
Paul T
iOS user
Sarah Finnicum
@sarah371
The history of psychology traces its evolution from ancient practices to modern scientific approaches. Psychology officially became recognized as a science in 1879, largely thanks to Wilhelm Wundt, known as the "Father of Psychology." This fascinating field emerged from the... Show more
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Psychology's journey began long before it became an official science. Wilhelm Wundt, who taught at the University of Leipzig, is considered the Father of Psychology. The field became officially recognized as a science in 1879, with Edward Titchener (Wundt's student) helping to develop early psychological theories.
Ancient civilizations had their own methods of addressing mental issues. Trephination (drilling holes in skulls to release evil spirits) was practiced by early cultures. Ancient Egyptians believed in "Ka" spirits residing in the head, while Ancient Greeks like Plato and Aristotle debated whether mind and body were separate or unified. Hippocrates, the father of modern medicine, introduced the theory of four vital humors (blood, phlegm, black bile, yellow bile), leading to practices like blood-letting.
The Middle Ages saw a major setback as psychological issues were attributed to demonic possession. By the 1600s-1700s, pseudosciences like phrenology (studying head bumps to determine intelligence and character) became popular approaches to understanding the mind.
Did you know? The term "psychology" comes from the Greek words "psyche" meaning "mind" or "soul" and "logia" meaning "study," literally making it the study of the mind!
The first formal school of psychological thought was Structuralism, developed by Wilhelm Wundt and Edward Titchener, which focused on breaking down experiences into their basic components. This approach emphasized analyzing the building blocks of consciousness and how they combine to create our mental experiences.
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Structuralism introduced introspection, a method where people analyzed their experiences by breaking them down into physical sensations, emotions, and mental images. This was followed by Functionalism, developed by William James (America's first notable psychologist), which focused on how our perceptions help us function in our environment.
Sigmund Freud's Psychodynamic approach revolutionized psychology by suggesting our behavior stems from childhood experiences and the unconscious mind. Freud used the iceberg metaphor—most of our personality exists "below the surface" of consciousness. This approach involved drawing out trauma to help patients overcome psychological barriers.
Behaviorism, pioneered by John Watson and B.F. Skinner, shifted focus to observable behaviors rather than the invisible mind. Watson introduced the concept of Tabula Rasa (blank slate), suggesting experiences shape development. Behaviorists studied conditioning (learned associations between stimuli) and created tools like the Skinner box, where animals learned behaviors through reward systems.
Try this: Look at an optical illusion to experience Gestalt psychology in action—your brain automatically tries to create whole, meaningful images from partial information!
Later approaches included Gestalt Psychology, which emphasizes how our brains perceive complete patterns rather than individual pieces, and Cognitive Psychology, which studies mental processes like learning, judgment, and decision-making. These approaches continue to influence how we understand the mind today.
Our AI companion is specifically built for the needs of students. Based on the millions of content pieces we have on the platform we can provide truly meaningful and relevant answers to students. But its not only about answers, the companion is even more about guiding students through their daily learning challenges, with personalised study plans, quizzes or content pieces in the chat and 100% personalisation based on the students skills and developments.
You can download the app in the Google Play Store and in the Apple App Store.
That's right! Enjoy free access to study content, connect with fellow students, and get instant help – all at your fingertips.
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Transform this note into: ✓ 50+ Practice Questions ✓ Interactive Flashcards ✓ Full Mock Exam ✓ Essay Outlines
In class notes
PsychologyAligns with Unit 1 of AP Psychology
AP PsychologyIn class notes
AP PsychologyIntroduction to psychology
AP Psychology
PsychologyExplore the origins of psychology, focusing on Wundt's pioneering work in introspection and the development of structuralism. Understand the shift to behaviorism led by Watson, emphasizing observable behavior over introspective methods. This summary covers key concepts such as the birth of psychology, structuralism, and the behavioral approach, providing a comprehensive overview for students studying psychological theories.
PsychologyApp Store
Google Play
The app is very easy to use and well designed. I have found everything I was looking for so far and have been able to learn a lot from the presentations! I will definitely use the app for a class assignment! And of course it also helps a lot as an inspiration.
Stefan S
iOS user
This app is really great. There are so many study notes and help [...]. My problem subject is French, for example, and the app has so many options for help. Thanks to this app, I have improved my French. I would recommend it to anyone.
Samantha Klich
Android user
Wow, I am really amazed. I just tried the app because I've seen it advertised many times and was absolutely stunned. This app is THE HELP you want for school and above all, it offers so many things, such as workouts and fact sheets, which have been VERY helpful to me personally.
Anna
iOS user
I think it’s very much worth it and you’ll end up using it a lot once you get the hang of it and even after looking at others notes you can still ask your Artificial intelligence buddy the question and ask to simplify it if you still don’t get it!!! In the end I think it’s worth it 😊👍 ⚠️Also DID I MENTION ITS FREEE YOU DON’T HAVE TO PAY FOR ANYTHING AND STILL GET YOUR GRADES IN PERFECTLY❗️❗️⚠️
Thomas R
iOS user
Knowunity is the BEST app I’ve used in a minute. This is not an ai review or anything this is genuinely coming from a 7th grade student (I know 2011 im young) but dude this app is a 10/10 i have maintained a 3.8 gpa and have plenty of time for gaming. I love it and my mom is just happy I got good grades
Brad T
Android user
Not only did it help me find the answer but it also showed me alternative ways to solve it. I was horrible in math and science but now I have an a in both subjects. Thanks for the help🤍🤍
David K
iOS user
The app's just great! All I have to do is enter the topic in the search bar and I get the response real fast. I don't have to watch 10 YouTube videos to understand something, so I'm saving my time. Highly recommended!
Sudenaz Ocak
Android user
In school I was really bad at maths but thanks to the app, I am doing better now. I am so grateful that you made the app.
Greenlight Bonnie
Android user
I found this app a couple years ago and it has only gotten better since then. I really love it because it can help with written questions and photo questions. Also, it can find study guides that other people have made as well as flashcard sets and practice tests. The free version is also amazing for students who might not be able to afford it. Would 100% recommend
Aubrey
iOS user
Best app if you're in Highschool or Junior high. I have been using this app for 2 school years and it's the best, it's good if you don't have anyone to help you with school work.😋🩷🎀
Marco B
iOS user
THE QUIZES AND FLASHCARDS ARE SO USEFUL AND I LOVE THE SCHOOLGPT. IT ALSO IS LITREALLY LIKE CHATGPT BUT SMARTER!! HELPED ME WITH MY MASCARA PROBLEMS TOO!! AS WELL AS MY REAL SUBJECTS ! DUHHH 😍😁😲🤑💗✨🎀😮
Elisha
iOS user
This app is phenomenal down to the correct info and the various topics you can study! I greatly recommend it for people who struggle with procrastination and those who need homework help. It has been perfectly accurate for world 1 history as far as I’ve seen! Geometry too!
Paul T
iOS user
The app is very easy to use and well designed. I have found everything I was looking for so far and have been able to learn a lot from the presentations! I will definitely use the app for a class assignment! And of course it also helps a lot as an inspiration.
Stefan S
iOS user
This app is really great. There are so many study notes and help [...]. My problem subject is French, for example, and the app has so many options for help. Thanks to this app, I have improved my French. I would recommend it to anyone.
Samantha Klich
Android user
Wow, I am really amazed. I just tried the app because I've seen it advertised many times and was absolutely stunned. This app is THE HELP you want for school and above all, it offers so many things, such as workouts and fact sheets, which have been VERY helpful to me personally.
Anna
iOS user
I think it’s very much worth it and you’ll end up using it a lot once you get the hang of it and even after looking at others notes you can still ask your Artificial intelligence buddy the question and ask to simplify it if you still don’t get it!!! In the end I think it’s worth it 😊👍 ⚠️Also DID I MENTION ITS FREEE YOU DON’T HAVE TO PAY FOR ANYTHING AND STILL GET YOUR GRADES IN PERFECTLY❗️❗️⚠️
Thomas R
iOS user
Knowunity is the BEST app I’ve used in a minute. This is not an ai review or anything this is genuinely coming from a 7th grade student (I know 2011 im young) but dude this app is a 10/10 i have maintained a 3.8 gpa and have plenty of time for gaming. I love it and my mom is just happy I got good grades
Brad T
Android user
Not only did it help me find the answer but it also showed me alternative ways to solve it. I was horrible in math and science but now I have an a in both subjects. Thanks for the help🤍🤍
David K
iOS user
The app's just great! All I have to do is enter the topic in the search bar and I get the response real fast. I don't have to watch 10 YouTube videos to understand something, so I'm saving my time. Highly recommended!
Sudenaz Ocak
Android user
In school I was really bad at maths but thanks to the app, I am doing better now. I am so grateful that you made the app.
Greenlight Bonnie
Android user
I found this app a couple years ago and it has only gotten better since then. I really love it because it can help with written questions and photo questions. Also, it can find study guides that other people have made as well as flashcard sets and practice tests. The free version is also amazing for students who might not be able to afford it. Would 100% recommend
Aubrey
iOS user
Best app if you're in Highschool or Junior high. I have been using this app for 2 school years and it's the best, it's good if you don't have anyone to help you with school work.😋🩷🎀
Marco B
iOS user
THE QUIZES AND FLASHCARDS ARE SO USEFUL AND I LOVE THE SCHOOLGPT. IT ALSO IS LITREALLY LIKE CHATGPT BUT SMARTER!! HELPED ME WITH MY MASCARA PROBLEMS TOO!! AS WELL AS MY REAL SUBJECTS ! DUHHH 😍😁😲🤑💗✨🎀😮
Elisha
iOS user
This app is phenomenal down to the correct info and the various topics you can study! I greatly recommend it for people who struggle with procrastination and those who need homework help. It has been perfectly accurate for world 1 history as far as I’ve seen! Geometry too!
Paul T
iOS user
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