A beginning example of the theories used in the UPS behavior exam. This contains Skinner's Box, Social Learning theory, The iceberg analogy and more. Just a quick beginning to your Exams
Psychology is the scientific study of the mind
and behavior. Psychologists are actively
involved in studying and understanding mental
processes, brain functions and behavior.
What factors can affect Behavior?
Physical factors- age, health
Personal and emotional factors- beliefs,
emotions, mental health
Life experiences- family, culture, friends
What the person needs/ wants.
What is a theory?
Psychological theories are fascinating because
they help us understand why people behave how
they do.
- Based off research and evidence which makes
them more credible.
- A psychological theory should describe a
behavior and predict future behaviors.
, - Gains a better understanding of human
behavior.
Behaviorist
The environment around us can shape our behavior
and learning.
It suggests we start as a blank slate and
everything we learn is influenced by our
surroundings.
This includes both animals and humans.
It is also fascinating to note that
psychological disorders can be treated by
changing patterns of behaviors.
Overall, the behaviorist theory provides a
unique perspective on human behavior and how it
can be influenced.
Ivan Pavlov – Classical Conditioning
(1890’s)
Pavlov's studies on dogs' digestive system led
to a groundbreaking discovery about conditioning
behavior.
He noticed that the dogs would salivate not only
when presented with food, but also when they saw
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