Practical investigation- needs finishing

Question 1

What is the aim of the practical investigation in biological psychology?

Answer 1

To investigate whether there is a negative correlation between sleep and aggression traits

Question 2

What is some background to the biological practical investigation?

Answer 2

• 7-9 hours each night for adults and any less can lead to impaired judgment, loss of emotional control, reduced mental flexibility.
• Around 33% of American report loss of sleep
• Krizan and Herlach point out the different ways that poor sleep can help release aggressive impulses and fuel violence.

Question 3

What are the 2 co- variables in the practical investigation in biological psychology?

Answer 3

• Hours of sleep- 3 consecutive nights- average number of hrs sleep
• Aggression scale- Bussy Perry Aggression scale