Biological approach

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  • When was the biological approach developed?
    1980s
  • What is the biological approach?
    The approach explains behaviour and mental processes by focusing on biological factors like genes, brain structure and function, and the nervous system, suggesting that these factors influence our thoughts, feelings, and actions. 
  • How has the biological approach come about?
    • Brain scans (e.g. fMRI or EEG) produce objective measures of brain activity using advanced technology
    • Genetic testing looks at the relationship between genetic and behaviour