The Surplus Energy Theory Is Being Used When Parents Suggest

question 34

Essay

The surplus energy theory is being used when parents suggest that children go outside and play to "get rid of all that extra energy." It makes sense as a rationale for why children play.Describe what you see to be the strengths and limitations of this theory.

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Definitions:

Behaviorism

A theory in psychology that emphasizes the importance of observable actions and behaviors over internal processes.

Experimental Method

is a research methodology where the researcher manipulates one variable and controls/randomizes the rest of the variables to study cause-and-effect relationships.

Cognitive Psychologist

A professional who studies mental processes including how people think, perceive, remember, and learn, often focusing on areas such as problem-solving, decision-making, and memory.

Cognitive Processes

The mental activities involved in acquiring, storing, and manipulating knowledge, such as perception, memory, and thinking.