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Which perspective focuses on the power of the environment in shaping behavior?
Which perspective focuses on the power of the environment in shaping behavior?
- The Psychodynamic Perspective
- The Humanistic Perspective
- The Behavioral Perspective (correct)
- The Cognitive Perspective
What are the goals of psychology?
What are the goals of psychology?
- To describe, explain, predict, and control behavior and mental processes (correct)
- To analyze, interpret, and categorize behavior and mental processes
- To observe, measure, and compare behavior and mental processes
- To generalize, hypothesize, and experiment with behavior and mental processes
What does the sociocultural perspective emphasize?
What does the sociocultural perspective emphasize?
- The biological basis of behavior and mental processes
- The impact of early childhood experiences on behavior and mental processes
- The role of cognition in behavior and mental processes
- The influence of cultural and social factors on behavior and mental processes (correct)
Which perspective emphasizes self-actualization and positive psychology?
Which perspective emphasizes self-actualization and positive psychology?
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How are the perspectives in psychology integrated?
How are the perspectives in psychology integrated?
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Perspectives in Psychology
- The Behavioral Perspective focuses on the power of the environment in shaping behavior, highlighting the role of external factors in influencing behavior.
Goals of Psychology
- The primary goals of psychology are to describe, explain, predict, and influence behavior and mental processes.
Sociocultural Perspective
- The Sociocultural Perspective emphasizes the importance of social and cultural factors in shaping behavior, highlighting the role of culture, social norms, and relationships in influencing behavior.
Humanistic Perspective
- The Humanistic Perspective emphasizes self-actualization and positive psychology, focusing on personal growth, self-fulfillment, and the inherent goodness of people.
Integration of Perspectives
- The perspectives in psychology are integrated by recognizing that each perspective provides a unique lens for understanding behavior, and that a comprehensive understanding of behavior requires considering multiple perspectives simultaneously.
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