Psychology Approaches Overview Quiz
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What does the Learning Approach in psychology suggest about behavior?

  • It is shaped by environmental learning patterns. (correct)
  • It is a result of unconscious mental conflicts.
  • It is influenced by physiological factors.
  • It is determined by genetic predispositions.

How does the Cognitive Approach view the mind in relation to behavior?

  • As an entity shaped solely by external factors.
  • As a static entity that does not change.
  • As a complex social structure.
  • As similar to a computer processing data. (correct)

Which factors does the Biological Approach consider in understanding human behavior?

  • Subjective experiences.
  • Social and cultural influences.
  • Physiological, genetic, or evolutionary forces. (correct)
  • Psychological conflicts.

What does the Psychodynamic Approach primarily emphasize?

<p>Unconscious mental conflicts and forces. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which concept is central to the Humanistic Approach in psychology?

<p>The importance of individual subjective experience. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT considered a factor in the diagram of approaches to psychology?

<p>Financial and economic factors. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What do behavioral factors primarily focus on in psychology?

<p>Learned responses and actions. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'psychodynamics' refer to in the Psychodynamic Approach?

<p>The interplay of forces within the mind. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Learning Approach

This approach emphasizes how learning shapes our behavior. Think of it as how we learn through experience.

Cognitive Approach

This approach views the mind like a computer, arguing that behavior is influenced by thought processes. It focuses on how we process information, solve problems, and make decisions.

Biological Approach

This approach suggests that our behavior is determined by our biology, genetics, and evolution. It explores how our brain, hormones, and genes influence our actions.

Psychodynamic Approach

This approach focuses on the forces that influence behavior, especially those within our minds. It suggests that unconscious conflicts can affect our actions.

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Humanistic Approach

This approach emphasizes the unique experience of each person and the importance of self-determination. It views human beings as capable of growth and development.

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Psychology Approaches: Integrated

This approach to psychology encompasses a wide range of factors that influence behavior, such as learning, cognition, biology, culture, and social interactions.

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