What is structuralism
An attempt to analize concious experience by breaking it down into basic elements
What is functionalism
The study of the purpose and function of behaviour and conscious decision (evolution)
What is behaviourism
Studying only observable behaviour (no mental events or instincts as influence on behaviour)
What is humanistic psychology
Focuses on the unique aspects of each individual, freedom to act, rational thought (beleif that humans are different from other animals)
What is cognitive psychology
Fcuses on processes such as memory thinking and language
What is social psychology
Study of the influence of others on our behaviour