Evaluation of the Biological Approach

• What does it mean that the biological approach is deterministic?

  Behavior is predetermined by genetic factors.
• What is the contrast to the biological approach regarding behavior control?

  Free will suggests complete control.
• How does the biological approach view personal choice?

  It limits personal choice.
• What is a limitation of the Biological Approach regarding behavior complexity?

  It over-simplifies complex behaviors
• What must individuals be before undergoing genetic testing or therapies?

  Fully informed
• What is the biological approach in psychology?

  It is deterministic.
• Why is using solely biological factors a limitation in understanding human behaviour?

  It overlooks the complexity of human behaviour
• How does focusing solely on serotonin levels to explain mood disorders limit understanding?

  It overlooks the importance of social factors
• What physical factors does the Biological Approach focus on?

  Factors influencing thoughts and actions
• How should biological interventions be applied according to ethical considerations?

  Responsibly, without oversimplifying behaviors
• What factors shape our thoughts and actions according to the biological approach?

  Genetic and physiological factors.
• What are the strengths of the Biological Approach in psychology?

  • Highly scientific methodology
  • Use of brain scans and genetics
  • Effective treatment development for mental illnesses
  • Understanding genetic influences on personality
• What ethical considerations arise from genetic interventions in the Biological Approach?

  They could alter personality or abilities
• What does the biological approach neglect according to the study material?

  The influence of environment and individual experience
• What does free will imply about individual behavior?

  Individuals have complete control over behavior.
• What does reductionism in the biological approach mean?

  Simplifying complex behaviours to basic parts
• How does a genetic predisposition to anxiety affect behavior according to the biological approach?

  It increases the likelihood of experiencing anxiety.
• Why is it difficult to determine the causes of specific behaviors in the Biological Approach?

  Separating biological and environmental influences is challenging
• What role do neurotransmitters like serotonin play in the Biological Approach?

  They help develop effective treatments
• What can result from reductionism in the Biological Approach?

  Incomplete or biased understandings
• Why is genetic information privacy important in the Biological Approach?

  To prevent discrimination based on predisposition
• What is the main strength of the Biological Approach?

  It is highly scientific
• What is a limitation of reductionism in the biological approach?

  It oversimplifies behaviours
• How does the biological approach differ from the concept of free will?

  The biological approach denies complete control over behavior.
• What are the key ethical concerns in the Biological Approach?

  • Genetic information privacy
  • Informed consent
  • Misuse of biological therapies
  • Reductionism
• Why is the Biological Approach vital in psychology?

  It treats mental illnesses and studies genetics
• What does reductionism overlook in the Biological Approach?

  Environmental influences
• What is the main focus of the Biological Approach?

  Biological factors in behavior
• What should individuals understand before genetic testing?

  The potential risks and benefits
• How does the Biological Approach study behavior?

  By using brain scans and genetics
• What does biological reductionism suggest about behaviour?

  All behaviour can be explained by genes and neurotransmitters
• What aspect of personality does the Biological Approach help understand?

  Genetic influences
• How do ethical considerations ensure responsible application of the Biological Approach?

  • Protects individual rights
  • Promotes informed decision-making
  • Encourages responsible use of therapies
  • Acknowledges biological and environmental interplay
• What does the Biological Approach raise important ethical considerations about?

  Privacy, consent, and potential misuse
• What type of treatments has the Biological Approach helped develop?

  Antidepressants
• What is a limitation of using animal models in the Biological Approach?

  They may not fully reflect human behavior