Biological Approaches Portfolio
I want you to take a moment to reflect on what you learned in Psychology. In this reflection consider the history, approaches and theories of psychology as well as what the benefit is to studying psychology.
Hermann Ebbinghaus, a German psychologist during the late 1800s, stated "Psychology has a long past, but only a short story". What is meant by this quote?
The reading from Unit 1 Psychology Part A of the course may be helpful! Click HERE.Please complete the organizer below to address this prompt and some additional questions about the course.
Biological Approaches Portfolio
Thesis Statement: A thesis statement is a claim that addresses a prompt or question. In one complete sentence, respond to the question: What is meant by the Hermann Ebbinghaus quote?
1 sentence
Hermann Ebbinghaus’s quote, "Psychology has a long past, but only a short story", demonstrates_____ and ____.
Body Paragraph 1:
What is meant by Ebbinghaus stating that Psychology has a “long past”?
When did people first start studying psychology [Neolithic Period..? Ancient Greece?]? When did people first start studying behaviors and how people think?
4-5 sentences
Body Paragraph 2:
What is meant by Ebbinghaus stating that Psychology has a “short story”?
When was psychology founded as a field of study? When do you think it became a respected science? What theorists/works are significant to the field? How is this different from other sciences?
4-5 sentences
Conclusion
Restate thesis statement.
What benefit is there to studying psychology?
What did you learn from the course?
4-5 sentences
Thesis Statement: Hermann Ebbinghaus’s quote, "Psychology has a long past, but only a short story", demonstrates the rich history and evolution of psychological study over time.
Body Paragraph 1: Ebbinghaus's statement that Psychology has a “long past” refers to the fact that people have been studying behaviors and how people think since ancient times, dating back to the Neolithic Period and Ancient Greece. The study of psychology has a deep-rooted history that spans centuries, as people have always been curious about the inner workings of the mind.
Body Paragraph 2: Conversely, Ebbinghaus's statement that Psychology has a “short story” refers to the relatively recent establishment of psychology as a formal field of study. While psychology has a long history, it was not until the late 19th century that it became recognized as a separate and respected science. The works of influential theorists such as Sigmund Freud, Ivan Pavlov, and B.F. Skinner have shaped the field of psychology and set it apart from other sciences.
Conclusion: In studying psychology, one gains a deeper understanding of human behavior, thoughts, and emotions. Through the course, I have learned about the various approaches and theories in psychology, as well as the impact of genetics, the brain, and neurotransmitters on behavior. Overall, the benefit of studying psychology is gaining insight into the complexities of the human mind and behavior.