biological approach

Question 1

define the purpose of genes

Answer 1

genes are characteristics passed on from each generation

Question 2

what is a genotype

Answer 2

a genotype is a genetic code written in the DNA of the individual

Question 3

what is a phenotype

Answer 3

the physical appearance as a result of the inherited information

Question 4

what neurotransmitter is associated with drive and motivation

Answer 4

dopamine

Question 5

what is the of of the neurotransmitter serotonin

Answer 5

the serotonin is needed to have a stabilized mood

Question 6

define how evolution aids the biological approach

Answer 6

through natural selection evolution aids biological approach because the ones with the best survival behaviours pass on to offspring aiding we get behaviours through genes

Question 7

give 2 strengths of the biological approach

Question 7

strength of the biological approach is the use of scientific methods

Answer 7

takes place in controlled environments which increases validity.

is viewed objectively producing reliable data

Question 8

strength of biological approach is real world application

Answer 8

provides clear predictions about the effect of neurotransmitters, applied to real behaviour such as depression

Question 9

a weakness of the biological approach is that it is determinist

Question 9

a weakness of the biological approach is that it is determinist

Answer 9

sees human behaviour is governed by genetic causes which we have no control over. it ignores the effect of environment. it has been proved that even identical twins do not think the same