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Psychology is the scientific study of behavior and mental processes. It encompasses everything from brain function and perception to social interactions and psychological disorders.
Wilhelm Wundt is considered the father of modern psychology. He established the first psychology laboratory in Leipzig, Germany in 1879.
Structuralism was the first school of psychology, founded by Edward Titchener (based on Wundt's work). It aimed to break down conscious experience into its basic elements using introspection.
Introspection is the process of looking inward and examining one's own conscious thoughts and feelings. It was the primary method used by structuralists to study the mind.
Functionalism, pioneered by William James, focused on how and why mental processes help organisms adapt to their environment. It was influenced by Darwin's theory of evolution.