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For psychology to be considered a true science, it must focus on observable behavior and not on the mind, according to the school of thought referred to as _______.


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Dual Processing

The theory that the brain processes information in two distinct ways: automatic, unconscious thinking, and slower, conscious deliberation.

Circadian Rhythm

Our biological clock; regular bodily rhythms (for example, of temperature and wakefulness) that occur on a 24-hour cycle.

REM Rebound

The tendency for REM sleep to increase following REM sleep deprivation.

Sequential Processing

A method of information processing where data is analyzed in a linear, step-by-step manner, often contrasted with parallel processing.

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