Schematic Model of the Mind

The Schematic Model of the Mind suggests that our brain organizes mental functions into interconnected schemas—mental frameworks built from experiences. These schemas influence how we perceive, interpret, and respond to the world. Different schemas govern thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, and they develop over time through learning and experience. When faced with new information, our brain references these schemas to make sense of it efficiently. This model helps explain individual differences in perception and behavior, emphasizing that our mind functions as an integrated system where past experiences shape current responses and understanding.