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The reflex arc concept in psychology. Export

Psychological Review, Vol. 3, No. 4. (1896), pp. 357-370.

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Discusses the concept of the reflex arc. The conscious stimulus or sensation, and the conscious response or motion, have a special genesis or motivation, and a special end or function. The reflex arc theory neglects this genesis and function, and gives only the disjointed parts of the whole process. The stimulus and response form specific phases of coordination, which helps to unify the disjointed parts given by the theory. The stimulus represents the conditions which have to be met in bringing about successful coordination, and the response gives the key to meeting these conditions; it serves as an instrument in affecting the successful coordination. (PsycINFO Database Record (c) 2008 APA, all rights reserved)


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