Question

What event is often considered the point where psychology split from philosophy?

A) Ivan Pavlov's findings on classical conditioning led psychology away from its philosophical roots.
B) When Sigmund Freud published his landmark "Interpretation of Dream" psychology officially split from philosophy.
C) The founding of Wilhelm Wundt's experimental psychology lab in Leipzig, Germany is often considered when philosophy and psychology split.
D) G. Stanley Hall's creation of the American Psychological Association is commonly seen as the official split of psychology from philosophy.
E) The publishing of William James's book "Principles of Psychology" was a major step in psychology's break from its philosophical influence.

Answer 1

C) The founding of Wilhelm Wundt's experimental psychology lab in Leipzig, Germany is often considered when philosophy and psychology split.

Step-by-step explanation:

Psychology became a separate discipline after the first psychology lab was established. Before the establishment of the lab, psychology was had its roots in the discipline of philosophy and physiology. After the creation of the experimental lab in 1879, a distinct path was constructed for the field of psychology. The training was provided to the students so that they can perform extensive research on the field of psychology.