Question

which of the following best represents the connection between the definition of the greek word that is the basis for the word psychology and the goals of modern psychology?
(1 point)
psyche can be translated as conscious self and the most basic goal of psychology is for humans to have a better understanding of their own thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, or to be conscious of themselves
psyche can be translated as life, and the goal of psychology is a contemplation of the meaning of life
psyche is the root of the word psychic, and the goal of psychology is to intuitively know how other people feel
psyche is the name of a greek maiden who had trouble with the goddess venus, and the goal of psychology is to fix relationships

Explanation:

The Greek word "psyche" means "conscious self." Modern psychology aims to help humans understand their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors (be conscious of themselves). The other options are incorrect: "Psyche" doesn't mean "life" in this context (so the second option is wrong). Psychology is a scientific study, not about intuitively knowing others' feelings (third option wrong). And it's not about fixing relationships based on a Greek maiden's story (fourth option wrong).

Answer:

"Psyche" can be translated as "conscious self" and the most basic goal of psychology is for humans to have a better understanding of their own thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, or to be conscious of themselves.