Strengths & Weaknesses Flashcards
1
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What are 2 strengths of the biological approach?
A
- Scientific approach.
- Determinist approach.
2
Q
What are 2 weaknesses of the biological approach?
A
- Reductionist approach.
- Nature rather than nurture.
3
Q
What are 2 strengths of the behavioural approach?
A
- Scientific approach.
- Successful applications (CC/OC).
4
Q
What are 2 weaknesses of the behavioural approach?
A
- Determinist approach.
- Emphasis on nurture.
5
Q
What are 2 strengths of the cognitive approach?
A
- Scientific approach.
- Important contributions.
6
Q
What are 2 weaknesses of the cognitive approach?
A
- Determinist approach
- Nature and nurture.
7
Q
What are 2 strengths of the psychodynamic approach?
A
- Nature and nurture.
- Usefulness
8
Q
What are 2 weaknesses of the psychodynamic approach?
A
- Determinist approach.
- Reductionist approach.
9
Q
What are 2 strengths of the positive approach?
A
- A shift in focus for psychology.
- Free will approach.
10
Q
What are 2 weaknesses of the positive approach?
A
- Not a new idea.
- Ignoring individual differences.
