A Level Psychology Paper 1

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What is the primary focus of cognitive psychology?

The primary focus of cognitive psychology is the study of mental processes such as perception, memory, and problem-solving.

Explain the concept of classical conditioning.

Classical conditioning is a learning process where a neutral stimulus becomes associated with a meaningful stimulus, eliciting a conditioned response.

What role does reinforcement play in behaviorism?

Reinforcement in behaviorism serves to increase the likelihood of a behavior being repeated through rewards or positive outcomes.

Describe the main idea behind humanistic psychology.

<p>Humanistic psychology emphasizes individual potential and personal growth, focusing on concepts such as self-actualization.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'critical period' refer to in developmental psychology?

<p>A critical period refers to a specific timeframe in development during which an individual is particularly sensitive to certain stimuli or experiences.</p> Signup and view all the answers