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Experiments
One of the most widely used methods in the study of behavior is the experiment. An experiment aims to determine whether a cause-and-effect relationship exists between two variables. It is an example of...
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Biological explanations: addiction
The origins of addiction are quite complex and not fully understood by psychologists. Addiction occurs when people become physically dependent on a substance through repeated use. This chapter will include...
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Cognitive approach
The Cognitive Approach to studying behavior focuses on how internal thoughts and feelings influence one's behavior. The cognitive approach argues that the way we process information influences our behavior....
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Revision: Biological approach P1A
This page is dedicated to revision for Paper 1, Sections A and B. This link will ask you to make a copy of a study guide for the questions that may appear on Paper 1, Section A. The same topics are used...
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Cognitive explanations of obesity
Cognitive theory can be used to explain why people choose to eat the foods that they do. Making decisions about healthy eating can be difficult as we prefer System 1 thinking. As cognitive misers, we...
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OCD: Diagnosing Liam
The following activity asks you to consider the diagnosis of Liam, who may or may not be struggling with OCD. First, review the DSM-5 criteria for a diagnosis of OCD. Then answer the following two questions....
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PTSD: Measurement
The following presentation is a way for you to prepare for assessments. You don't have to know every detail of the presentation, but you should understand the big ideas. This presentation explains some...
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OCD: Measurement
The following presentation is a way for you to prepare for assessments. You don't have to know every detail of the presentation, but you should understand the big ideas. This presentation explains some...
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MDD: Measurement
The following presentation is a way for you to prepare for assessments. You don't have to know every detail of the presentation, but you should understand the big ideas. This presentation explains some...
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SAD: Measurement
The following presentation is a way for you to prepare for assessments. You don't have to know every detail of the presentation, but you should understand the big ideas. This presentation explains some...