History of Psychology Timeline

(1879 - Present)

This timeline showcases the major events and milestones in the development of psychology as a field of study. More Less

Foundational Discoveries

1879

1898

1899

1903

1920

1938

1962

Prominent Figures

1942

1958

1961

1961

1961

1970

1971

1974

1974

Psychological Disorders and Treatments

1952

1955

1960

Research Methods and Techniques

1973

Key Facts

  1. 1879: Wilhelm Wundt establishes the first psychology research laboratory in Leipzig, Germany.
  2. 1900: Sigmund Freud publishes 'The Interpretation of Dreams,' introducing psychoanalysis.
  3. 1913: John B. Watson publishes 'Psychology as the Behaviorist Views It,' marking the beginnings of behaviorism.
  4. 1957: Abraham Maslow introduces the concept of self-actualization and the hierarchy of needs in his publication 'Motivation and Personality.'
  5. 1967: Martin Seligman pioneers the field of positive psychology, focusing on human strengths and positive emotions.

Source

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