The Trait Approach, the Behaviorist Approach, and the Psychoanalytic Approach

question 14

Multiple Choice

The trait approach, the behaviorist approach, and the psychoanalytic approach

• A) are irreconcilable and contradictory views of human psychology.
• B) are all part of the One Big Theory (OBT).
• C) all address the biological basis of human psychology.
• D) address different sets of questions about human psychology.

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Definitions:

Biophysiological Model

An approach that explains mental and physical health disorders as a result of biological factors possibly interacting with psychological and social factors.

Psychological Model

A conceptual framework in psychology that represents and explains how psychological processes, behaviors, or phenomena occur and interact.

Psychodynamic

An approach in psychology that emphasizes the role of the unconscious mind, childhood experiences, and interpersonal relationships in shaping behavior and personalities.

Personality Theory

A framework for understanding individual differences in behavior, emotions, and thought processes based on personality traits and constructs.