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Psychology's first paradigm.

Journal of the History of the Behavioral Sciences

|October 1, 1977

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The early scientific psychology, by the late 1800s, was unified by a shared "mentalist" paradigm. This article examines that foundational structure, often overlooked in historical accounts of psychology.

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Area of Science:

Psychology
History of Science

Background:

By the late 19th century, psychology emerged as a unified scientific discipline.
This historical unity, centered on a common paradigm, is often obscured in contemporary scholarship.

Observation:

The article examines the initial "mentalist" paradigm in scientific psychology.
Mentalists shared a common definition of psychology and accepted observational methods.

Findings:

The mentalist paradigm established a shared understanding of the field's scope and data interpretation.
Rival schools within this paradigm offered varied interpretations but adhered to its core structure.

Implications:

Understanding this early paradigm is crucial for a comprehensive history of psychology.

It highlights the foundational principles that influenced the development of psychological research and theory.