paper 1 questions

Question 1

what is one limitation of primary data

Answer 1

it may be more costly to the researcher compared to secondary data which can easily be assessed.

Question 2

outline one difference in attachment behaviours shown by infants who have an insecure-avoidant attachment and infants who have an insecure-resistant attachment

Answer 2

levels of separation anxiety is low for babies who have an avoidant attachment type, whereas it is high for those who have a resistant type.

Question 3

evaluate the strange situation

Answer 3

1) Controlled observation- lacks ecological validity
2)standardised procedure- allows for replication.

Question 4

briefly outline one way that a cognitive psychologist may treat depression by challenging irrational thoughts

Answer 4

• rational confrontation; ABCDE model – D for dispute, E for effect (reduction of irrational thoughts);
  shame attacking exercises; empirical and logical argument (Ellis)

Question 5

describe the biological approach to treating OCD

Answer 5

the use of drug therapy to ‘correct’ imbalance of neurochemicals. eg serotonin to reduce symptoms associated with OCD. SSRIs prevent the reabsorption and breakdown of serotonin in the brain, continue to stimulate postsynaptic neuron.