Introduction to Psychology - III
Skinner theory Why do have unconscious part? Deception: Animals have been at the forefront when it comes to decieving other living beings. When in danger, chimpanzee hairs stands so that it can look bigger. Same happens in humans as well, we try to decieve others into beliveing that we are tougher, smarter, etc. We have developed a lie detection mechanism as well to counter the decieving part. We are better liar if we believe that the lie is true. The best lie is the lie which we tell to ourselves. The sinister or bad decision is better when taken with the help of unconscious part. Skinner theory Skinner worked on behaviourism. Although behaviourism was already there but he bought it to the masses. Some of the key points of behaviourism are: ...