level: Biological
Questions and Answers List
level questions: Biological
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| 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 |