Approached In Psychology - The basics Flashcards
What is the basic premise behind the behaviourist approach?
A way of explaining behaviour in terms of what is observable and in terms of learning
What is the basic premise behind social learning theory?
A way of explaining behaviour that includes both direct and indirect reinforcement, combining learning theory with the role of cognitive factors
What is the basic premise behind the cognitive approach?
The term ‘cognitive’ has come to mean ‘mental processes’, so this approach is focused on how our mental processes (e.g. thoughts, perceptions, affection) affect behaviour.
What is the basic premise behind the biological approach?
A perspective that emphasises the importance of physical processes in the body such as genetic inheritance and neural function.
What is the basic premise behind the psychodynamic approach?
A perspective that describes the different forces, most of which are unconscious, that operate on the mind and direct human behaviour and experience.
What is the basic premise behind the humanistic approach?
An approach to understanding behaviour that emphasises the importance of subjective experience and each person’s capacity for self-determinism.
