Psychology was recognized as a formal academic discipline when _____
A)Sigmund Freud began publishing his theories.
B)the focus moved to mental processes.
C)the scientific method was used.
D)hypnosis was introduced and used successfully in therapy.

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Psychology was recognized as a formal academic discipline when the scientific method was used to conduct research and study human behavior and mental processes. While the other options may have had an impact on the development of psychology, they were not the defining moment that led to its establishment as a recognized academic discipline.

Psychology Was Recognized as a Formal Academic Discipline When _____