-
The first laboratory of psychology in America is established at Johns Hopkins University
-
Sigmund Freud began performing therapy in Vienna, marking the beginning of personality theory.
-
William James published ‘Principles of Psychology,’ that later became the foundation for functionalism.
-
Foundation of the American Psychological Association (APA) headed by G. Stanley Hall, with an initial membership of 42.
-
Ivan Pavlov published the first studies on Classical Conditioning.
-
Max Wertheimer published research on the perception of movement, marking the beginnings of Gestalt Psychology
-
Carl Rogers published ‘Counseling and Psychotherapy’ suggesting that respect and a non-judgmental approach to therapy is the foundation for effective treatment of mental health issues
-
The Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM) was published by The American Psychiatric Association marking the beginning of modern mental illness classification.
-
Code of Ethics for Psychologists was developed by the American Psychological Association.
-
First Psychologists prescribe medication through the U.S. military’s psychopharmacology program.
-
The push for mental health parity gets the attention of the White House as President George W. Bush promotes legislation that would guarantee comprehensive mental health coverage.