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Characteristics and Nature of Psychology
Characteristics and Nature of Psychology
Psychology has following characteristics
- It adheres to law of empiricism or objectivity, law of systematic approach & law of measurement.
- It is scientific in nature
- It is accurate
- It is verifiable
- It is reliable
- It is definite
- It is quantitative
- It is based on careful observation
- It is empirical
- It is based on facts
- It has the power of prediction
- It is universally applica…
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Process of Psychological Inferences
Process of Psychological Inferences
It consists of the following sub-processes
- Observation
- Assumption
- Hypothesis formation
- Generalization
- Generation of results
Psychology & Relation to Other Sciences
Psychology & Relation to Other Sciences
- Philosophy: Philosophy was considered as mother of all sciences and psychology was a part of it until late 19th century. They both differ based on nature, field technology, and point of views.
- Sociology: It is the study of society, individual, and its relationships whereas…
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