comparisons of approaches L8

• How is psychology often defined?

  As the science of behaviour
• What does the scientific method refer to in psychology?

  Investigative methods for studying human behaviour
• Why is the scientific method considered appropriate for psychology?

  It is objective, systematic, and replicable
• What is involved in the scientific method in psychology?

  Formulation, testing, and modification of hypotheses
• What does the nature-nurture debate consider?

  Extent of genes versus experiences in behaviour
• What stance does the behaviourist approach take in the nature-nurture debate?


  Nurture stance
• What does the biological approach focus on in the nature-nurture debate?

  Influence of innate factors
• How do psychologists allied with biology view scientific methods?

  They see it as appropriate to their field
• How do psychologists allied with philosophy or sociology view scientific methodology?

  They may not see it as appropriate
• What are the similarities and differences among psychological approaches regarding the scientific method?

  Similarities:

  • All approaches have a commitment to the scientific method

  
  

  Differences:

  • Vary in how they apply the scientific method
  • Some may reject its applicability

  
• What does determinism refer to in psychology?

  Belief that behaviour is caused by external forces
• What is free will in the context of psychology?

  Capability of self-determinism in individuals
• Which psychological approach emphasizes free will?

  The humanistic approach
• How is the individual viewed in the humanistic approach?

  As capable of self-determinism
• What role do innate factors play in psychology?

  They influence human behaviour
• How do experiences shape human behaviour in psychology?

  They interact with innate factors
• Why is psychology considered to intersect with other disciplines?

  It incorporates methods from various fields
• Why is replicability important in psychological studies?

  It ensures findings can be verified
• How do social factors influence behaviour in psychology?

  They interact with both nature and nurture