Psychological Perspectives Flashcards
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Introspection
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Process of examining ones own thoughts.
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Structuralism
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Analysis of ones private experiences.
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Biological Perspective
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Uses biology principles and evidence from the body to study mental processes and behaviour.
Eg. Electrical stimulation of the brain
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Psychosomatic illness
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When the symptoms are caused by psychological issues.
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Cognitive Perspective
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Investigates internal mental processes, thoughts & memories.
Eg. Narrative chaining
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Behavioural Perspective
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Explains human behaviour by studying overt actions.
Eg. Behaviour modification
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Socio-Cultural Perspective
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Investigates how behaviour is influenced by others.
Eg. Cults, peer groups, target markets
