The first psychological laboratory was established by wilhelm wundt in 1879 at the University of Leipzig, Germany. Wundt is often referred to as the father of experimental psychology. In this laboratory, he conducted experiments to study the mind and behavior, using careful measurement and controlled conditions. This marked the formal beginning of psychology as a distinct scientific discipline, separate from philosophy and physiology. Wundt’s work laid the groundwork for future psychological research and opened the door for other psychologists to explore various aspects of human thought and behavior.
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