Psychology and the Economy

Question 1

Psychological Research Findings

Answer 1

Can benefit our economic prosperity

Question 2

Describe attachment research into the role of the father

Answer 2

Recent research has stressed the importance of multiple attachments and the role of the father in a healthy psychological development.

This may promote more flexible working arrangements in the family.

This means that modern parents are better equipped to contribute more effectively to the economy

Question 3

Describe the development of treatment for mental illnesses

Answer 3

A third of all days off work are caused by mental disorders such as depression.

Psychology research into the causes and treatments of mental disorders means that patients have their condition diagnosed quickly.

Patients have access to therapies or psychotherapeutic drugs, such as SSRI’s

Sufferers can manage their condition effectively, return to work and better contribute to the economy