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1. A human being is a person, just like you!

It's said that its individual of our


species, Homo sapiens. We're special because we can think, talk, and do lots of
cool stuff. We walk on two legs, have hands that can do all sorts of things, and we
live all over the world. We have families, friends, and communities, and we come
in all shapes, sizes, and colors. We're good at learning and creating things, which
helps us make homes, tools, and even art. So, a human being is basically a clever,
social, and imaginative creature like you!
A bipedal mammal is an animal that walks on two legs. This means it stands
upright and moves using only its two hind limbs (legs) instead of all four limbs like
most mammals. Humans are a prime example of bipedal mammals because we
walk on two legs.
"Intricate hand dexterity" refers to the ability to perform very precise and
detailed movements with your hands.
2. Human thinking is like a superpower that makes us special. It's how we use our
brains to understand, learn, and solve problems. When we think, we use our
imagination and memories to come up with ideas and make decisions. We can
think about the past, plan for the future, and imagine things that haven't
happened yet. It's what helps us learn new things, like reading, math, or how to
ride a bike. So, thinking is like our brain's way of working things out and making
sense of the world around us!

Cognitive psychology, in simple words, is the study of how our minds work
when it comes to thinking, learning, remembering, and problem-solving. It
focuses on understanding the processes that happen inside our brains when
we perceive (to become aware of or notice something using your senses, like
seeing, hearing, smelling, tasting, or feeling.), process, and use information.
The field of cognitive psychology was influenced by several thinkers, but it really
took off in the 1950s and 1960s. One of the key figures who helped shape and
popularize cognitive psychology was Ulric Neisser, an American psychologist. In
1967, Neisser published a book called "Cognitive Psychology," which is often
considered a foundational text for the field. His work and that of others helped
establish cognitive psychology as a distinct and important branch of psychology.

Information processing theory, in simple words, is a way of understanding


how our minds work like a computer, processing information in a series of
steps. It suggests that our brains receive, store, and retrieve information much
like a computer processes data.
This theory was proposed by cognitive psychologists in the 1950s and 1960s. One
of the key figures in the development of information processing theory was
George A. Miller, an American psychologist. He is known for his famous paper
"The Magical Number Seven, Plus or Minus Two," which discussed the limits of our
working memory capacity.
Social cognitive theory, in simple words, is a way of understanding how we
learn and develop by observing and imitating others around us. It emphasizes
that we don't just learn from our own experiences, but also by watching and
copying the behaviors, attitudes, and emotions of people in our social
environment.
This theory suggests that we can learn from a variety of sources, including family
members, friends, teachers, and even characters in movies or on TV. It also
emphasizes the importance of our own thoughts, beliefs, and perceptions in
shaping our behavior.
In a nutshell, social cognitive theory highlights that we learn from our interactions
with others and from the examples set by those we observe in our social world.
Theory of mind, in simple words, is the ability to understand that other people
have their own thoughts, beliefs, desires, and intentions that may be different
from our own. It allows us to recognize that others have their own
perspectives and may see the world differently.
For example, if you hide a toy and someone else is looking for it, having a theory
of mind means you understand that the other person doesn't know where the toy
is and you can try to help them find it.
The concept of theory of mind was proposed by psychologists like David Premack
and Guy Woodruff in the 1970s and 1980s. However, it gained widespread
recognition and research interest through the work of Simon Baron-Cohen, Uta
Frith, and Alan M. Leslie in the 1990s. They conducted influential studies on
theory of mind in children and individuals with autism, shedding light on how this
cognitive ability develops and functions in different populations.
Humanistic psychology, in simple words, is a branch of psychology that
focuses on understanding and promoting the positive aspects of human
experience, such as personal growth, self-fulfillment, and the potential for self-
improvement. It emphasizes the idea that individuals have an innate drive
towards self-actualization, which means becoming the best version of oneself.
This approach suggests that people have a natural tendency to seek meaning,
purpose, and creativity in their lives. It places importance on individual
experiences, feelings, and perceptions, and believes that people have the capacity
to make choices and take control of their own destinies.
Humanistic psychology was proposed by psychologists like Abraham Maslow and
Carl Rogers in the mid-20th century. Maslow introduced the concept of the
"hierarchy of needs," which outlines a pyramid of human needs ranging from
basic physiological needs to self-actualization. Carl Rogers, on the other hand,
emphasized the importance of empathy, acceptance, and positive regard in
therapy, believing that these qualities are crucial for personal growth and
development. Their work laid the foundation for the humanistic approach in
psychology.

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