1. MODERN PERSPECTIVES
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2. Learning Targets
Identify and describe the major current perspectives in psychology
Review vocabulary important to this introduction to psychology
Complete vocabulary crossword

3. Biological: Evolutionary: Cognitive:
focuses on the role of biology in behavior
Nervous system, hormones and genetics
Evolutionary:
Focuses on how behaviors help organisms adapt to environment
Based on the theories of Charles Darwin (functionalist)
Cognitive:
Focuses on the role od thoughts and perceptions in behaviors (introspective)

4. Humanistic: Psychoanalytic: Learning: Sociocultural:
Focuses on self-awareness and human potential
Psychoanalytic:
Focuses on the role of unconscious motivation in behavior
Learning:
Focuses on the role of experiences in shaping behaviors
Sociocultural:
Focuses on the impact of gender, ethnicity, culture and socioeconomic status in shaping behaviors