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What is perspective in psychology?
What does the behavioral perspective explore?
How we learn from our experiences
What factors does the biological perspective consider in behavior?
Genetics and inheritance
What mental processes are involved in the cognitive perspective?
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What is emphasized in the humanistic perspective?
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Who founded the psychoanalytical perspective?
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What does the sociocultural perspective explore?
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What is an example used in the psychoanalytical perspective?
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Which basketball player's behavior is going to be explained using all six psychological perspectives?
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Study Notes
Psychological Perspectives
- Perspective Defined: A point of view that shapes how individuals approach situations; essential in understanding psychological research.
- Key Perspectives: Six primary psychological perspectives include Behavioral, Biological, Cognitive, Humanistic, Psychoanalytic, and Sociocultural.
Behavioral Perspective
- Focuses on learning through experiences, including different learning methods like observational and latent learning.
- Behavior is seen as learned from experiences, reinforced by rewards or discouraged by punishments.
- Example: Receiving an A+ leads to a monetary reward, increasing the chance of repeating the behavior.
Biological Perspective
- Emphasizes the influence of genetics and inheritance on behavior; central to the nature vs. nurture debate.
- Investigates brain chemistry, brain damage, the nervous system, and inherited traits affecting behavior.
- Explores evolutionary aspects and studies identical twins to understand biological influences on behavior.
Cognitive Perspective
- Centers on mental processes such as thinking, memory, and problem-solving.
- Examines how thoughts influence behavior and actions, particularly in relation to mental illnesses.
Humanistic Perspective
- Focuses on individual potential and self-fulfillment, asserting that positive reinforcement can lead to successful behavior.
- Illustrates the importance of self-confidence and acceptance from family and peers for personal growth.
- Uses the metaphor of flowers needing proper nurturing to thrive, contrasting with those who lack support and wither.
Psychoanalytical Perspective
- Founded by Freud, this perspective asserts that behavior is driven by unconscious conflicts and desires, often stemming from childhood trauma.
- Explores the concept of Freudian slips, reflecting conflicts between the conscious and unconscious mind.
Sociocultural Perspective
- Examines how social norms, customs, and relationships shape behavior across different cultures.
- Investigates group behavior, social influences, family traditions, and peer groups as significant factors in understanding psychology.
Application of Perspectives
- The implications of these perspectives can be illustrated through real-life examples, such as analyzing the behavior of public figures like Dennis Rodman through each of the six psychological lenses.
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Explore the various psychological perspectives through these flashcards. Each card defines different approaches used to understand human behavior and mental processes. Enhance your knowledge of Behavioral, Biological, and other key psychological perspectives.
