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Please list the 10 most influential psychologists in the field. Give a brief discussion of his background and work, and an overview of each one's contribution to the science.
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1. B. F. Skinner
In the 2002 study ranking the 99 most eminent psychologists of the 20th century, B.F. Skinner
topped the list. Skinner's staunch behaviorism made him a dominating force in psychology and
therapy techniques based on his theories are still used extensively today, including behavior
modification and token economies.
2. Sigmund Freud
When people think of psychology, many tend to think of Freud. His work supported the belief
that not all mental illnesses have physiological causes and he also offered evidence that cultural
differences have an impact on psychology and behavior. His work and writings contributed to
our understanding of personality, clinical psychology, human development, and abnormal
psychology.
3. Albert Bandura
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