The Behaviorist Approach __________

question 116

Multiple Choice

The behaviorist approach __________.

• A) has its historical roots in Gestalt psychology
• B) revolutionized psychology by introducing cognitive concepts
• C) claims that all learning occurs through reinforcement and punishment
• D) claims that although thinking and feeling cannot be directly observed, such concepts are essential for a complete understanding of human behavior

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Definitions:

Learning Perspective

A psychological approach that emphasizes the effects of experience on behavior, suggesting that learning is the primary factor in mental development and personality.

Biological Perspective

An approach to psychology focusing on understanding human behavior through the lens of genetics, brain structures, and biochemical processes.

Cognitive Perspective

A psychological approach that emphasizes mental processes such as perception, memory, and problem-solving as the keys to understanding human behavior.

Learning Approach

A methodology or strategy employed in education and psychology to facilitate the acquisition of knowledge or skills.