The Schools of Psychology Referred to as Behaviorism Were Helped

question 155

True/False

The schools of psychology referred to as behaviorism were helped along by attacks on Darwin's theory of evolution.

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Definitions:

Unconscious

A term in psychology referring to the part of the mind that is not currently in focal awareness, containing processes, memories, and desires beyond conscious access.

Preconscious

The part of the mind containing information that is not currently in focal awareness but can easily be accessed, as described in psychoanalytic theory.

Free Association

A psychoanalytic technique where the patient says whatever comes to mind, used to explore the unconscious.

Hypnosis

A trance-like state of focused attention, reduced peripheral awareness, and increased susceptibility to suggestion.