For anyone studying gender, gender schema theory, second-wave feminism, or just anyone who remembers the 1970s, this is a ‘must read.’ Sandra’s family generously shared photos of her and now the book is available as a Kindle edition for only £6.99. She was the most amazing woman!
What is Critical Thinking? An example from the Cognitive Approach.
What is critical thinking? It is wondering what the research findings really show and how they show it. It is tricky at first, but as you write more essays, it becomes easier. It answers the ‘So what?’ question.
Schema Theory – a catch-all explanation?
Schema theory seems to explain most human behaviour – does that make it questionable?
Yet more revision help
Another puzzle piece today! This time our Cognitive Psychology Sorted Review Sheet will help you to match the studies and arguments to the questions. Again, we’ve started it for you – just to help. More to follow soon!
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Psychology Sorted Youtube Channel
We have a new Youtube channel and playlist for Psychology Sorted! Our first video on writing the EE was uploaded today. The videos will be aimed at students and teachers, with tips for lesson starters, ideas for the IA and lots of support for those of you back to teaching and learning from home. let us know what you need, … Read More
Clinical biases in diagnosis
In the abnormal psychology option, what is the difference between cognitive biases and clinical biases? Clinical biases are cognitive biases that take place when a psychiatrist or psychologist is trying to make a diagnosis and label the behaviour. They can arise from experience (‘these symptoms nearly always mean this mental health problem’) and result in a misdiagnosis when other explanations … Read More
Overlaps between cognition and health
There are several overlaps between the cognitive approach and the health option. For example, cognitive psychology can explain stress through the theory of cognitive appraisal: how we appraise our level of stress can affect the level that we experience. The theory of planned behaviour can explain addictive behaviours and the varying success of health promotion programmes, mainly through its concept … Read More