Philosophical roots of psychology

Psychology is a relatively new discipline, but it has its roots in ancient and modern philosophy. Philosophers have long sought to answer basic questions about human nature. As you will discover in your readings, the positions arrived at mirrored in various psychological theories.

Philosophers--philosophy in a nutshell-short biographical sketches and longer commentaries, some original writings.   You should read about Descartes, Locke, Hume, and Mill.

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