Philosophical Foundations of Psychology

Essay #1: Philosophical Foundations of Psychology – A reflection on the philosophical traditions that undergrid the modern psychology including issues of intersubjective science, early figures in philosophy, and the various movements in philosophical and psychological thought.

350 – 500 words and written in APA style (7th ed.), including a title page.

Essay will be primarily focused on your understanding and analysis of class topics, but you will also be expected to incorporate readings and lectures where appropriate.

Textbook: Walsh, R. T. G., Teo., & Baydala, A. (2014). A Critical History and Philosophy of Psychology: Diversity of contxt, thought, and practice. Cambridge University Press.

Topic covered in class:

  • What is Psychology?
  • Philosophy of Psychology
  • Ancient and Premodern Psychological Though
  • Early Modern Psychological Thought