Approaches

Question 1

state the behavioural approaches

Answer 1

• we are all born into the world as a blank slate
• all behaviour is acquired through conditioning
• same laws of learning apply to human and non-human animals

Question 2

state the psychodynamic approaches

Answer 2

• the influence of childhood experiences are all important
• the belief in the unconscious mind
• tripartite personality

Question 3

state the biological approaches

Answer 3

• evolutionary influences have a part to play in determining behaviour
• localisation of brain function
• action of neurotransmitters are all important

Question 4

state the cognitive approaches

Answer 4

• mind can be likened to a computer
• internal mental processes are important
• role of schemas

Question 5

state the positive approaches

Answer 5

• acknowledgement of free will
• authenticity of goodness and excellence
• the good life