John Locke (psychologist)

John Locke was a philosopher and psychologist known for his influential ideas about the mind and knowledge. He believed that at birth, the mind is a "tabula rasa" (blank slate) and that experiences shape our thoughts, beliefs, and understanding of the world. Locke emphasized the importance of sensory input and learning in developing individual identity and knowledge. His ideas laid the foundation for modern psychological and educational theories, highlighting how environment and experience influence human development, and advocating for the importance of education and critical thinking in shaping a person’s mind.