approaches key assumptions

Psychodynamic key assumptions

1- unconscious behaviour determines how we behave
2- human possess innate 'drives' (or 'instincts') that motivates behaviour as we develop
3- our three part personality is comprised of the ID, EGO and SUPEREGO
4- childhood experiences have significant imp

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Cognitive key assumptions
(1&2)

1- The human brain works like a computer with input from senses and output in the form of behaviour
2- Internal processes can be studied in a laboratory setting by inferring the actions of the mind from the behaviour observed.

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Cognitive key assumptions
(3&4)

3- They believe in the concept of a schema which help humans to understand and predict the world around them
4- Cognitive psychologists use inference in the cognitive approach to draw conclusions about mental processes based on observed behaviour

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Humanistic key assumptions

1- Every person has a different way of perceiving the world around them. Psychologists aim to understand an individuals subjectivity.
2- They reject objective scientific methods of study as they believe in personal responsibility and free will
3- Concerne

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Biological assumptions
(1&2)

1- Everything psychological was once physiological. Behaviour is influenced by the genes they posses
2-They beleieve behaviour is a direct result of innate, biological processes (nature over nurture) due to Darwin's theory of survival of the fittest and e

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Biological assumptions
(3&4)

3- They believe in the important influence neurochemistry on human behaviour eg, varying levels of chemicals.
4- Important characteristics for survival are naturally selected to increase future generations chances of survival. Parents pass on 'adaptive tr

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