Scientific methods

• P- one strength of the cognitive approach is that it uses objective, scientific methods
• E- cognitive scientists employ highly controlled and rigorous methods of study so researchers are able to infer cognitive processes at work. This has involved the use of lab studies to produce reliable, objective data
• E- in addition, the emergence of cognitive neuroscience has enabled the two fields of biology and cognitive psychology to come together to enhance the scientific basis of study
• L- this means that the study of the mind has a credible scientific basis