4.2.3.1 THE IMPLICATIONS OF PSYCHOLOGICAL RESEARCH

Question 1

what does psychology research study and create?

Answer 1

• studies human behaviour
• creates practical applications for use in everyday life

Question 2

how does psychological research contribute to the economy / support the real world?

Answer 2

contributes to the economy in the fact that:
- 1 in 3 ppl sill receive treatment for mental disorders
- 10% of ppl will end up in a mental institution

psychology reserach supports the development of effective therapies
- allowing ppl to remain in work which supports the economy

Question 3

what did Koran et al do?

Answer 3

• studied olanzapine
  -> a typical antipsychotic drug
• he found it has a positive effect treating OCD when combined with a serotonin re-uptake inhibitor
• meaning those patients could return to work, pay taxes and not cost the NHS more
  -> = positive effect on the economy