In a discussion with your professor she tells you that she believes that the focus of psychological study should be to break the conscious experience into its basic elements. Which of the following historical schools of thought is your professor's idea MOST indicative of?
A) behaviorism
B) functionalism
C) structuralism
D) psychoanalysis

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Structuralism, pioneered by Wilhelm Wundt in the late 19th century, focused on breaking down conscious experiences into their smallest components, such as sensations and feelings. This approach emphasized introspection and experimentation to understand the basic elements of the mind.

In a Discussion with Your Professor She Tells You That