In Criticizing the Structuralists' Reliance on the Method of Introspection

question 224

Multiple Choice

In criticizing the structuralists' reliance on the method of introspection, William James argued that two people could view the same stimulus quite differently. James's argument illustrates which of the textbook's unifying themes? ​

• A)Psychology evolves in a sociohistorical context.
• B)Psychology is empirical.
• C)Heredity and environment jointly influence behavior.
• D)Our experience of the world is highly subjective.

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Definitions:

Self-Actualization

The need to actualize or "make actual" your unique talents and abilities.

Habituation

The psychological process by which an individual becomes accustomed to a stimulus and consequently responds less to it over time.

Discrimination

Unjust or prejudicial treatment of different categories of people, often based on race, age, sex, or disability.

Extinction

Eliminating the conditioned response.