Unit 1

A map depicting the area generally identified as comprising the Asia-Pacific region.

What is Psychology?

In this unit we define the field of Psychology, position it as part of Science, explore its history, and describe perspectives within the field.

This unit should take you about 12 hours to complete.

Objectives

On successful completion of this unit, you will be able to: Define Psychology Explain the scientific approach to studying Psychology Outline the history of Psychology Compare and contrast perspectives within Psychology