AP PSYCHOLOGY

Detailed explanation-1: -Common mental processes include memory, emotion, perception, imagination, thinking and reasoning.

Detailed explanation-2: -But the three kinds of mental processes have to do with (1) information processing, (2) symbol manipulation, and (3) knowledge construction.

Detailed explanation-3: -But what are those mental processes? The 8 basic psychological processes are: (a) perception, (b) learning, (c) language, (d) thought, (e) attention, (f) memory, (g) motivation, and (h) emotion.

Detailed explanation-4: -For example, if Jonathan is making a decision in his head (e.g, whether Jonathan should or shouldn’t go out tonight), his decision on the matter will influence his actions (e.g, whether Jonathan will walk out the door or not). This is a simple example of how behaviour and mental processes are related.

Detailed explanation-5: -Mental process or mental function are terms often used interchangeably for all the things that individuals can do with their minds. These include perception, memory, thinking (such as ideation, imagination, belief, reasoning, etc.), volition, and emotion. Sometimes the term cognitive function is used instead.