Cognitive Approach - Thinking and Decision Making

Question 1

What is thinking

Answer 1

The process of using knowledge and information to make plans, interpret the world, and make predictions about the world in general.

Question 2

What is decision making

Answer 2

The process of identifying and choosing alternatives based on the values and preferences of the decision-maker.

Question 3

What is the Dual Process Model

Answer 3

Says that there are two basic models of thinking. System 1 and system 2

Question 4

Models of Thinking

Answer 4

System 1: Automatic, intuitive way of thinking, employs heuristics. Allows for efficient processing but is prone to errors. Feelings of confidence

System 2: Slower, conscious way of thinking, requires more effort. Less likely to create feelings of confidence.

Question 5

what is heuristics

Answer 5

mental shortcuts that involve focusing on one aspect of a complex problem and ignoring others.

Question 6

Strengths of Dual Process Model

Answer 6

There is biological evidence that shows different types of thinking may be processed in different parts of the brain

Question 7

Limitations of Dual process Model

Answer 7

• Does not clearly explain how these modes of thinking interact or how our thinking can be influenced by emotion
• Definitions of System 1 and system 2 are not always clear