Psychologists Adopting a Behavioral Perspective to the Study of Psychology

question 46

Multiple Choice

Psychologists adopting a behavioral perspective to the study of psychology look for explanations in:

• A) the hereditary background of a person
• B) the person's environment
• C) idiosyncrasies of the brain
• D) unique physical characteristics that may influence thinking

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Definitions:

Psychosocial Generativity

A concept involving the concern for establishing and guiding the next generation, often associated with midlife development.

Erikson

Identifies Erik Erikson, a developmental psychologist and psychoanalyst known for his theory on the psychosocial development of human beings.

Procreativity

The capacity or activity of producing offspring or creative work, often reflecting broader biological, social, or personal meanings.

Thomas Robert Malthus

An English cleric and scholar influential in the fields of political economy and demography, best known for his theory that population growth will always tend to outrun the food supply.