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Definition
AO1
Behaviour is biological
Neurons + nervous system
Neurotransmitters
Hormones
AO3
Drug treatment for OCD
Manipulate neurotransmitters to reduce SZ chance
Scientific methods of investigation
Evolutionary explanation irrelevant in modern world
Essay Plan - Describe + Evaluate SLT
, Essay Plan - Describe + Evaluate
Humanistic Approach
Essay Plan - Describe + Evaluate Essay Plan - Describe + Evaluate
Cognitive Approach Biological Approach
2 of 76
Definition
+Not Reductionist - This approach looks holistically at behaviour which
means this approach may have higher validity than other approaches
because it considers meaningful human behaviour within a real-life
context.
-Limited Application - revolutionised counselling and Maslow's
hierarchy is used to explain motivation in the workplace. However, has
had limited application in psychology.
+Positive Approach - a refreshing and optimistic alternative. It sees all
people as basically good, free to work towards the achievement of
their potential and in control of their lives.
Psychodynamic Approach - Humanistic approach -
Evaluation evaluation
, Essay Plan - Describe + Evaluate
Biological approach - Evaluation
Cognitive Approach
3 of 76
Definition
1-3 years
Focus of pleasure is the anus. The child gains pleasure form retention
and expulsion of faeces.
Consequence of unresolved conflict
- Anal retentive (perfectionist, obsessive)
- Anal expulsive (thoughtless, messy)
Genital Stage Phallic stage
Anal Stage Latent Stage
4 of 76
Definition
, Carries messages around the body using neurons which
transmit nerve impulses in the form of electrical signals
Nervous system Digestive system
Muscular system Cardiovascular system
Definition
AO1
Behaviour is biological
Neurons + nervous system
Neurotransmitters
Hormones
AO3
Drug treatment for OCD
Manipulate neurotransmitters to reduce SZ chance
Scientific methods of investigation
Evolutionary explanation irrelevant in modern world
Essay Plan - Describe + Evaluate SLT
, Essay Plan - Describe + Evaluate
Humanistic Approach
Essay Plan - Describe + Evaluate Essay Plan - Describe + Evaluate
Cognitive Approach Biological Approach
2 of 76
Definition
+Not Reductionist - This approach looks holistically at behaviour which
means this approach may have higher validity than other approaches
because it considers meaningful human behaviour within a real-life
context.
-Limited Application - revolutionised counselling and Maslow's
hierarchy is used to explain motivation in the workplace. However, has
had limited application in psychology.
+Positive Approach - a refreshing and optimistic alternative. It sees all
people as basically good, free to work towards the achievement of
their potential and in control of their lives.
Psychodynamic Approach - Humanistic approach -
Evaluation evaluation
, Essay Plan - Describe + Evaluate
Biological approach - Evaluation
Cognitive Approach
3 of 76
Definition
1-3 years
Focus of pleasure is the anus. The child gains pleasure form retention
and expulsion of faeces.
Consequence of unresolved conflict
- Anal retentive (perfectionist, obsessive)
- Anal expulsive (thoughtless, messy)
Genital Stage Phallic stage
Anal Stage Latent Stage
4 of 76
Definition
, Carries messages around the body using neurons which
transmit nerve impulses in the form of electrical signals
Nervous system Digestive system
Muscular system Cardiovascular system
