The cognitive approach

?
  • Created by: TMC1
  • Created on: 26-09-24 16:01
What is the main focus of the cognitive approach?
Understanding internal mental processes like thinking, memory, perception, and problem-solving.
1 of 10
What does the cognitive approach compare the human mind to?
A computer, with inputs (sensory information), processing, and outputs (behaviour).
2 of 10
What are schemas in the cognitive approach?
Mental frameworks that help organise and interpret information based on past experiences.
3 of 10
What is inference in cognitive psychology?
The process of drawing conclusions about mental processes based on observable behaviour.
4 of 10
What is cognitive neuroscience?
The study of how brain structures and functions are linked to mental processes.
5 of 10
What is a theoretical model in the cognitive approach?
A simplified representation of how mental processes occur, such as the multi-store model of memory.
6 of 10
How are computer models used in the cognitive approach?
They simulate human cognitive processes, helping to explain how information is processed by the mind.
7 of 10
Name some internal mental processes studied by the cognitive approach.
Perception, attention, memory, language, and decision-making.
8 of 10
How is the cognitive approach applied in therapy?
Through Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), which aims to change negative thought patterns to improve behaviour and emotions.
9 of 10
What is a key strength of the cognitive approach?
It uses scientific, objective methods like lab experiments to study mental processes.
10 of 10

Other cards in this set

Card 2

Front

What does the cognitive approach compare the human mind to?

Back

A computer, with inputs (sensory information), processing, and outputs (behaviour).

Card 3

Front

What are schemas in the cognitive approach?

Back

Preview of the front of card 3

Card 4

Front

What is inference in cognitive psychology?

Back

Preview of the front of card 4

Card 5

Front

What is cognitive neuroscience?

Back

Preview of the front of card 5
View more cards

Comments

No comments have yet been made

Similar Psychology resources:

See all Psychology resources »See all The cognitive approach resources »