PSYC85H3 Lecture Notes - Lecture 2: Cogito Ergo Sum, Social Stratification, Intelligence Quotient
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Most psychology has roots in philosophy especially with the greek. Greek mathematician, philosopher born around 575 bce. Believed everything could be modelled mathematically (explained by relationships btw numbers) Attempt to find order, order the universe in some way that way involved relationship with numbers. Desire to find order in things, nothing is random, there is a reason why things happen. With multiple regression, people try to figure out the value of something by using values of variables you already have. Gpa + time spent study + iq = grade on assignment. Harmony arises from the union of opposites. Theme that comes up in school of thoughts. The body dies in order for reincarnation after death something needs to happen with the soul. Ideal versions of things , excess through the mind. Exist independent of experience, so experience is stuff we can see touch (appreciate with senses)
