An Introduction to the History of Psychology notes

Notes on chapters 11-17 of An Introduction to the History of Psychology

Question. Explain the rationale behind Galton's ideas regarding heredity. From current understandings of hereditary traits, genetics and human behavior explain the major issues regarding Galton's work. Why did the ideas of Darwin and others like him have a prominent influence on psychology at the time? Explain the strengths and weaknesses of evolution and natural selection with regard to social theory and psychology. What were the differences and similarities between Wundt and Titchener’s str...

Question. Explain the rationale behind Galton's ideas regarding heredity. From current understandings of hereditary traits, genetics and human behavior explain the major issues regarding Galton's work. Why did the ideas of Darwin and others like him have a prominent influence on psychology at the time? Explain the strengths and weaknesses of evolution and natural selection with regard to social theory and psychology. What were the differences and similarities between Wundt and Titchener’s str...

Notes on chapters 11-17 of An Introduction to the History of Psychology