Limitation- Controlled Lab Studies Flashcards
1
Q
What is a limitation of the research?
A
However, a limitation of research is that it relies too heavily on research from controlled lab studies may lack ecological validity.
2
Q
Why might there be demand characteristics?
A
There may be demand characteristics as a Bobo doll looks as it should be hit and children just assumed this what the psychologist wanted them to do. A Bobo is not a human and thus the study lacks mundane realism.
3
Q
Why does the social learning theory also underestimates the role of biological factors?
A
The SLT also underestimated the role of biological factors. Bobo doll studies consistently show that boys show more aggression than girls and this might be explained by differences in testosterone levels.
