the cognitive approach

Question 1

what does the cognitive approach assume?

Answer 1

the mind works like a computer with inputs (our senses) and outputs (behaviours)

Question 2

how do we test interval mental processes and whats an example?

Answer 2

• in a lab

- baddleyes word length effect shows evidence for the inner voice - an internal mental process

Question 3

what is a scheme?

Answer 3

internal mental building blocks of our knowledge that are formed through experience snd help us understand the world

Question 4

whats an exam of a theoretical computer model?

Answer 4

multi store model

Question 5

what the improvement of cognitive neuroscience meant?

Answer 5

the observation of internal mental processes has become more achievable e.g PET SCAN
-paulesu

Question 6

strengths of the cognitive approach?

Answer 6

uses experimental methods and emphasises the use of objective measures
some research has led to treatment

Question 7

weaknesses of cognitive approach?

Answer 7

use of lab means low ecological validity

simplifies complex human behaviour