ERIK ERIKSON Erik Erikson, a German American developmental psychologist and psychoanalyst, is best known for his psychosocial development theory and the concept of the identity crisis. Born on June 15, 1902, in Frankfurt, Germany, his early identity struggles deeply influenced his work. Erikson’s theories marked a shift in understanding personality by highlighting the role of…
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ABOUT ARTHUR JENSEN Arthur Robert Jensen (1923-2012) was an American psychologist known for his work in the field of educational psychology and psychometrics. Arthur Jensen earned his undergraduate degree in psychology from the University of California, Berkeley and completed his PhD in clinical psychology at Columbia University under Percival Symonds on the thematic apperception test.…
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ABOUT RAYMOND CATTELL Raymond Bernard Cattell, born on March 20, 1905, in England, was a pioneering British–American psychologist known for his contributions to studying personality and intelligence. He developed a strong interest in science from a young age and was the first in his family to pursue higher education. At 19, he earned a Bachelor…
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ABOUT LOUIS LEON THURSTONE Louis Leon Thurstone, born on May 29, 1887, in Chicago, Illinois, was a pioneering figure in psychometrics and psychophysics. Thurstone’s journey into psychology began after he initially pursued a career in mechanical engineering, earning a master’s degree from Cornell University. His interest shifted to psychology, leading him to earn a Ph.D.…
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ABOUT CHARLES EDWARD SPEARMAN Charles Edward Spearman, a pioneering British psychologist, significantly contributed to studying human intelligence. Born on September 10, 1863, in London, Spearman initially embarked on a military career, serving in the British Army. However, his profound interest in the human mind led him to pivot towards psychology, where he would leave a…
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Learning is a lifelong journey, and the way we approach it can make a significant difference in our understanding and retention of information. Here are two powerful techniques of learning: the Cornell Note-Taking Method and the Feynman Technique. These methods, though different in approach, share a common goal: to help learners organize information, deepen their…
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Self-determination refers to the ability to make choices and control one’s own life. Being “self-determined” refers to taking actions, decisions, or behaviors that are based on one’s own choices, values, and interests. In a self-determined state, individuals feel a sense of autonomy over their actions, meaning they are acting out of personal interest rather than…
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Anna Freud (1895–1982) Major contributions: Founder of Child Psychoanalysis, Defense Mechanisms, Ego Psychology Anna Freud, sixth and the youngest daughter of Sigmund Freud, was born in Vienna, Austria in 1895. A renowned psychoanalyst herself, she not only expanded upon her father’s ideas but also influenced other thinkers such as Erik Erikson, thus making some considerable…
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The National Testing Agency (NTA), established by the Ministry of Education (MoE) is an independent and autonomous testing organization under the Societies Registration Act(1860) for conducting efficient and transparent standardized tests to assess the competency of candidates for admission to higher education institutions with a mission to improve quality in education by developing and administering…
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M.Phil. (Master of Philosophy) in Clinical Psychology is a two-year advanced postgraduate program regulated by the Rehabilitation Council of India (RCI) and offered at RCI-recognised institutions across the country. The RCI is a regulatory body responsible for promoting quality education and training in various rehabilitation professions, including clinical psychology. RCI has recently made additions to…
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