Biological Aproach

Question 1

Basic assumptions of the biological approach

Answer 1

• tries to explain how we think, feel and behave In terms of physical factors within the body
• much of human behaviour has a physiological cause which may be genetically or environmentally altered
• includes genetics, biological structures
• uses scientific, objective measure

Question 2

Define genotypes

Answer 2

Refers to the genetic code which occurs at conception and will determine how the individual will develop

Question 3

Phenotypes

Answer 3

The observable characteristics of an individual will depend on the interaction of genetic and environmental factors

Question 4

Define family studies

Answer 4

Research that involves comparing close relatives on certain traits such as IQ or mental disorders to see if there is a genetic basis

Question 5

Monozygotic twins

Answer 5

• identical twins

- share the exact same genetic makeup

Question 6

Dizygotic twins

Answer 6

• non identical twins

- share 50% of their genetic makeup ( same as normal siblings)