Structuralism and Functionalism: Similarities, Differences, and Theory Relevant to Them

Unit 2 Discussion History of Psychology
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Unit 2 Discussion History of Psychology
Structuralism and functionalism are two of the most theories that have been debated for centuries. Both theories are among the oldest schools in psychology that provide an argument explaining how human behavior and mind work. Structuralism attests that the structure of conscious experience can be explained by focusing on the important areas of feelings and ideas. Conversely, functionalism refers to the mental processing that moves to thinking and deducing individuals' reality and awareness. This paper reflects on their differences, similarities, and which theory is more relevant today.
Structuralism and functionalism are different in various ways. One