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In cognitive psychology, what is the primary emphasis?
Memory, thinking, and problem-solving
According to behaviourism, what is the main focus of study?
Observable behavior
Which approach places more importance on environmental stimuli in shaping behavior?
Behaviorism
Study Notes
Cognitive Psychology
- Primary emphasis is on mental processes, such as perception, attention, memory, language, and problem-solving.
Behaviourism
- Main focus of study is on observable behaviour, specifically the behaviours that can be measured and observed.
Approaches to Behaviour
- Behaviourism places more importance on environmental stimuli in shaping behaviour, suggesting that behaviour is primarily influenced by external factors.
Test your knowledge on the main focus of study in behaviourism and cognitive psychology, as well as the emphasis and importance placed on environmental stimuli in shaping behavior by each approach.
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