The Gestalt Psychologists Belonged to a Movement That Began in Germany

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Essay

The Gestalt psychologists belonged to a movement that began in Germany and became influential in the 1920s.What does the word "Gestalt" mean in German and why is it well suited to this theory? How did Gestalt psychologists study the organization of the visual world? Name four Gestalt principles and give an example that illustrates each principle.

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Definitions:

Generativity

Refers to the concern for establishing and guiding the next generation, commonly associated with midlife.

Middle Age

A period of human adulthood that typically ranges from around 40 to 65 years of age, often marked by increased personal, social, and professional responsibilities.

Correlates Positively

Describes a relationship where an increase in one variable is associated with an increase in another variable.

Income

The amount of money received on a regular basis, typically for work or through investments.