Evaluation

Cards (14)

  • What supporting evidence is discussed for the influence of brain structures on behavior?
    • Phineas Gage's accident and personality change
    • Brain scanning research showing different brain areas activated for episodic vs. semantic memories
  • What did Nestadt et al. (2010) find regarding twin studies and OCD?
    Concordance rates were higher in monozygotic twins than in dizygotic twins
  • What does a higher concordance rate in monozygotic twins suggest about OCD?
    It suggests a genetic component to the disorder
  • What is the concordance rate for monozygotic twins in OCD according to Nestadt et al.?
    68%
  • What is the concordance rate for dizygotic twins in OCD according to Nestadt et al.?
    31%
  • What are the strengths of the biological approach in psychology?
    • Use of advanced research methods (e.g., fMRI)
    • Objective measurement of biological processes
    • High control and standardization in experiments
    • Ability to establish cause and effect
  • What are the limitations of the biological approach in psychology?
    • Case studies may not generalize to the wider population
    • Animal research may not accurately reflect human behavior
    • Overemphasis on nature in the nature vs. nurture debate
  • Why are case studies considered a limitation in the biological approach?
    Findings may not apply to the wider population
  • What is a criticism of using animal research in the biological approach?
    Animal behavior is often different and more simplistic than human behavior
  • How does the biological approach relate to the nature vs. nurture debate?
    It emphasizes innate biological processes but may overlook environmental factors
  • What does the free will vs. determinism debate address in the context of the biological approach?
    Whether behavior is a result of personal choice or determined by biological factors
  • How can the biological approach be criticized for being deterministic?
    It suggests that individuals have no control over their behavior due to biological factors
  • What are the implications of biological determinism for individuals with OCD?
    It implies they have no control over their obsessive thoughts and compulsive behaviors
  • What is the significance of the link provided in the video description?
    • It offers more information on SSRIs and OCD
    • It helps students explore related topics in psychology