SEARCH
You are in browse mode. You must login to use MEMORY

   Log in to start

level: Biological

Questions and Answers List

level questions: Biological

QuestionAnswer
Overall key ideas- All things psychological are in its origin biological - Behaviour is due to genetics + hormones
Key concepts- Behaviour is influenced by genes inherited from parents - Influenced by biological chemistry e.g hormones, neurotransmitters - Structure of the brain, specific regions of the brain
Strengths- Highly controlled/highly specialised techniques - Objective methods used - Practical applications - Explains causes of abnormal behaviour
Weaknesses- Low ecological validity - Reductionist - Ignores environmental factors - Idiographic theories