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Important Milestone in the Development of Cognitive Psychology

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Which milestone in the development of cognitive psychology do you feel has had the most influence on the field? Explain why.

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The field of cognitive psychology has come a long way. Below is an explanation of the milestone in the development of cognitive psychology that I feel has had the most influence on the field and why in 364 words.

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In my opinion, the milestone in the development of cognitive psychology that had the most influence on the field is Adler's Holistic Theory. This theory focuses primarily on human beings and their social contexts. This theory has also laid the groundwork for dealing with children in a classroom environment. According to Adler, nurture plays a big part in who we are or who we turn out to be. Meaning that the things in our environment that influence us will determine how we think/see life, and who we become. Adler's theory is the basis for ...

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