weakness 2

• What is one weakness of the cognitive approach?

  It is a reductionist approach
• How does the cognitive approach simplify behavior?

  It reduces complex behavior to simple explanations
• What does the cognitive approach suggest about depression?

  Depression results from faulty processing
• Why is the cognitive approach considered weak regarding depression?

  It does not address underlying causes of depression
• What should be considered regarding a person's medical history?

  It should be taken into consideration
• Why might biological explanations be relevant to behavior?


  They may provide logical explanations for behavior
• What might a lack of serotonin indicate in terms of behavior?

  It may be responsible for depressive behavior
• How do environmental and cultural influences affect behavior?

  They shape a person's behavior significantly
• What can simplified explanations prevent in understanding behavior?

  They may prevent true understanding of causes
• How might irrational thoughts relate to depression?

  They may contribute to depressive symptoms
• What is the consequence of oversimplifying explanations in psychology?

  It may hinder reaching a true understanding
• What is a potential outcome of not addressing underlying causes of depression?

  It may lead to ineffective treatment
• How do cultural influences affect a person's behavior?

  They shape beliefs and actions significantly
• What might be a reason for a person’s depressive behavior?

  It could be due to biological or environmental factors
• How can understanding the cognitive approach help in treating depression?

  It can guide towards addressing faulty thought patterns