AS Psychology- Approaches 0.0 / 5 ? PsychologyApproachesASOCR Created by: HarryWhitakerCreated on: 10-01-16 19:48 Definition of the cognitive approach The cognitive aproach strives to explain behaviour as a result of our mental processes such as attention, memory and comprehension. 1 of 12 Two weaknesses of cognitive approach Reductionist approach. Low validity as we dont know what people are actually thinking. 2 of 12 Two strengths of cognitive approach Mainly lab experiments so high contol. Useful contributions. 3 of 12 Definition of the social approach Social psychology says our behaviour is a result of our environment and people we interact with such as parents or teachers. 4 of 12 Two weaknesses of social Unethical. Low generalisability. 5 of 12 Two strengths of social High ecological validity. Useful results. 6 of 12 Definition of developmental approach Developmental psychology is concerned with how people change and develop across their lifespan. 7 of 12 Two advantages of developmental Improved our understanding of people at different ages and stages of development. Helps us positively influence childrens behaviour. 8 of 12 Two disadvantages of developmental Some areas are hard to study scientifically. There are many ethical issues with working with children as research could scar them. 9 of 12 Definition of the biological approach Biological psychology is concerned with genes, nervous system and hormones effects on our behaviour. 10 of 12 Two strengths It uses scientific research methods. Leads to advances in understanding. 11 of 12 two weaknesses Lack of ecological validity because of lab experiments. Reductionist idea. Attempts to explain complex behaviour scientifically. 12 of 12
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