Evaluation of the biological approach Flashcards
What are the main debates/issues to evaluate in the Biological approach?
Determinism/Free Will, Reductionism/Holism, Application, Idiographic/Nomothetic, Nature/Nurture, Scientific
What does the Biological approach suggest about PTSD?
PTSD is a real illness with at least a partly biological basis, evidenced by higher levels of CRH in affected individuals.
What symptoms are associated with PTSD?
- Panic
- Confusion
- Paralysis
- Hallucinations
How has the Biological approach contributed to the treatment of PTSD?
It has led to improved recognition and treatment of PTSD in soldiers.
What evidence supports the Biological approach’s scientific nature?
- Based on evidence
- Makes testable predictions
- Research is unbiased and objective
- Research is controlled, valid, and reliable
- Research can be replicated
- Uses qualitative or quantitative data
What is one strength of the Biological approach?
It is deterministic.
What evidence supports the deterministic nature of the Biological approach?
It seeks to find cause and effect explanations for behavior, such as faulty neurotransmitter levels causing mental illnesses.
Why is the deterministic nature of the Biological approach considered a strength?
It allows development of treatments targeting the cause of disorders.
What is a potential weakness of the deterministic nature of the Biological approach?
It suggests individuals have no free will, which may lead to feelings of powerlessness.
Fill in the blank: The Biological approach has led to improved recognition and treatment of _______.
Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
True or False: The Biological approach has caused many ethical issues.
True
What aspect of the Biological approach is considered its greatest strength?
Its scientific methodology.
How can the Biological approach be applied in therapy?
It has led to practical applications for treating mental illnesses and improving patient outcomes.
