chapter 1 - class notes Flashcards
-psychology is defined most accurately as ___
study of behaviour, thought and experience
study of behaviour, thought and experience
psychology
-hypothesis
specific and scientifically testable statements about the nature of things
specific and scientifically testable statements about the nature of things
-hypothesis
Theory
an explanation of a range of observations – scientists use their theories or others theories to generate hypotheses – a theory must be falsifiable (be able to be proven wrong
an explanation of a range of observations – scientists use their theories or others theories to generate hypotheses – a theory must be falsifiable (be able to be proven wrong
Theory
Theories are not ____
1) The same as Personal opinions
2) Equally valid – some are better than others
3) Evaluated based on their population
Scientific literacy
the ability to understand, analyze and use scientific information
the ability to understand, analyze and use scientific information
Scientific literacy
Ways to critically approach claims made by others
1) Be curious
2) Consider the type and source of evidence
3) Consider assumptions and biases
4) Avoid emotional thinking
5) Get comforatable with uncertainty
6) Consider alternative perspectives
Biopsychosocial model
Biological influence = genes and nervous system influences
Psychological influences = an individuals behaviourpatterns, perceptions, and feelings
Sociocultural influences = influences of ones friends and family and cultural background
Biological influence
genes and nervous system influences
genes and nervous system influences
Biological influence
Psychological influences
= an individuals behaviourpatterns, perceptions, and feelings
= an individuals behaviourpatterns, perceptions, and feelings
Psychological influences
