Cognitive Approach Flashcards
What similarities are their between the brain and a computer ?
. Brain described as a processor
. Some of the brain forms networks
What differences are there between the brain and computers ?
. Humans influenced by emotional factors
. Humans have free will
What are schemas ?
Schema = packages of info and ideas developed through experience
. Act as a mental framework for the incoming interpretation of info
What are role schemas
ideas about behaviour expected from someone in a certain role, setting situation
What are event schemas
also called scripts.
Contain info about what happens in a situation
What are self schemas
Contain info about ourselves based on physical characteristics and personality
What are the principles of the cognitive approach ?
. our mental systems have a limited capacity
. a control mechanism oversees all mental processes
. 2 way flow of information
What is cognitive neuroscience ?
scientific study of the influence of brain structures on mental processes
What are lesion studies
looking at people with brain damage to see how behaviour is affected
What is electrophysiology ?
using electric/magnetic fields to measure brain activity and waves
What is neuroimaging ?
pinpointing areas of the brain which are active when tasks are preformed
What is the evaluation for the cognitive approach ?
. scientifc methods
. real - world application
. machine reductionism
