Assignment: Person as a Processor
Research the topic of the "wet mind" popularized by Stephen Kosslyn.
• Considering the human person as a processor, why do some cognitive psychologists think that the mind operates according to computational principles, similar to those followed by computers?
• Why do other cognitive psychologists emphasize the unique features of the "wet mind" that enables it to perform more efficiently than computers?
• What are the strength and limitations of each theory?
Introduction
• Introduction
• Learning Outcomes
• Overview
• Resources
• Self Checks
Introduction
Students will focus on the concepts of understanding the human being as their own personal processor. In addition, we will discuss Freud's theory of psychoanalysis. Students are expected to read Chapters 2 and 6 in the Lecci & Magnavita text, complete the discussion questions, and complete the written assignment. The text will focus on the various concepts such as the person as a processor. These concepts will include, but are not limited to, a complete overview of Freud's theory of psychoanalysis and the theories of Pinker, Mischel and Bandura. Students will also be reading the Schustack & Friedman text to explore the concept of explanatory style and the debate over what psychoanalysis is or should be.
Learning Outcomes
1. Describe the processing and psychodynamic theories of personality.
2. Analyze the applicability of these theories to the current profession of psychology.
Format your assignment according to the following formatting requirements:
1. The answer should be typed, double spaced, using Times New Roman font (size 12), with one-inch margins on all sides.
2. The response also include a cover page containing the title of the assignment, the student's name, the course title, and the date. The cover page is not included in the required page length.
3. Also Include a reference page. The Citations and references should follow APA format. The reference page is not included in the required page length.
Required Resources
Lecci, L.B. & Magnavita, J.J. (2013). Personality Theories: A Scientific Approach. San Diego: Bridgepoint Education, Inc.
• Chapter 2: Psychoanalytic and Neo-Analytic Theories of Personality
• Chapter 4: Neurobiological Models of Personality (review)
• Chapter 6: Cognitive and Cognitive-Behavioral Approaches to Personality
Youtube Video: "Freud on Freud"
Murray, H.A. (1940). What should psychologists do about psychoanalysis? First published in Journal of Abnormal Psychology, Retrieved from EBSCO Host PsycARTICLES
Peterson, C. (2010). Good Hope and Bad Hope. The Good Life, July 24, 2010.
Peterson, C. (2011). There are no accidents. The Good Life, August 8, 2011.