Cognitive approach Flashcards
The cognitive approach believes that I….. M…… P…… should be studied scientifically, fill in the missing words
Internal mental processes
Name 3 Internal mental processes that fit within the cognitive approach
Any of the following; thinking, Memory, problem solving, attention, perception.
The cognitive approach believes in the idea that the mind works like an information processor, in other words …….?
Computer models
Because cognitive processes are private and cannot be observed we must study them by making ……?
Inferences
We cannot directly observe Internal mental processes, so we need something to represent them, these are called?
Theoretical models
One example of a theoretical model is, describe this?
The multi store model of memory which looks at how information can travel from your sensory register all the way to your long term memory through the short term memory.
Computer models say that our mind works like a computer, explain this
Our senses work to take in information much like the keyboard and mouse of a computer, our mind processes this like the central processing unit of a computer, and we then have a behavioural output similar to a computer showing changes on the screen and speakers.
Mapping how the human mind works and thinks can be applied to what?
The development of IV and techniques such as brain fingerprinting
Briefly describe what a Schema is
Ideas/packets of information developed through experiences, that help us create mental frameworks for how a situation should go
Schemas can help us process a lot of information quickly, but what are the negatives to schemas?
Can cause issues with eyewitness testimony and can also lead to stereotyping
Describe what cognitive neuroscience does?
Bridges the gap between cognition and biology where we use biological research methods to study mental processes such as problem solving/memory
