AP PSYCHOLOGY

Detailed explanation-1: -Functionalism is a psychological philosophy that describes the mind as a functional tool that allows us to adapt to our environments. It posits that our mental states and behaviors are survival mechanisms, in line with our inherent biological goals.

Detailed explanation-2: -Rather than making up the structure of the brain as in structuralism, functionalism is all about each process working together. An example is buying a car, test driving a car before buying it, applying for credit to buy the car, and then driving the car off the lot.

Detailed explanation-3: -Functionalism. According to functionalism, the government has four main purposes: planning and directing society, meeting social needs, maintaining law and order, and managing international relations. According to functionalism, all aspects of society serve a purpose.