Contemporary Perspectives- Definitions

Question 0

An approach to psychology that studies observable behaviour rather than hidden mental processes

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Behaviourism

Question 1

An approach to psychology that studies how human behaviour is determined by hidden or unconscious motives or desires

Answer 1

Psychodynamic

Question 2

An approach to psychology that studies how the mind organises and makes sense of information and experiences; studies all aspects of thinking, including problem solving, decision making, memory, reasoning, and language

Answer 2

Cognitive

Question 3

The branch of psychology that emphasises the growth potential of healthy people

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Humanistic

Question 4

An approach to psychology that studies how the brain and other areas of biology influence behaviour

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Biological

Question 5

An approach to psychology that studies how social surroundings and culture shape thinking and behaviour

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Sociocultural