Psychology
the study of the human thinking and behavior
Psychologists believe that thinking/behavior is learned through observation, punishment, & rewards.
Behavioral Perspective
Psychologists believe that thinking/behavior is determined by our ability to process, store, & remember information.
Cognitive Perspective
Psychologists believe that thinking/behavior is determined by our unconscious mind.
Psychodynamic Perspective
Psychologists believe that thinking/behavior is influenced by our bodily structures & chemicals/hormones.
Biological Perspective
Psychologists believe that thinking/behavior is influenced by our attempt to become our full potential self.
Humanistic Perspective
Psychologists believe that thinking/behavior is influenced by the situation or culture that we are in.
Social-Cultural Perspective
Greeting in the USA=Handshake. Greeting in France=Kiss on the cheek
Social-Cultural Perspective
Stress causes the release of cortisol in the body. This can cause us to feel anxious
Biological Perspective
A child's needs such as food, shelter, love, self-esteem, must be met so that he/she can grow to become their best self
Humanistic Perspective
A 2 yr old was attacked by a dog. In the future, at 55, she isn't sure why she feels anxiety at the sound of a bark.
Psychodynamic Perspective
Julie remembers exactly how to get to her house from school
Cognitive Perspective
A student avoids being in dress code violation because they do not want to get a referall
Behavioral Perspective