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    There are two main biological theories which explain the assumed causes of schizophrenia: Genetic and Dopamine Hypothesis. Research by Mikaywa et al has found that there must be a genetic explanation of schizophrenia due to the fact that concordance rates for environmental causes are not 100%. Also Mikaywa noticed that schizophrenia runs in the family‚ meaning there must be something other than environmental causes‚ causing the disorder. What Mikaywa studied was DNA from human families who were

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    Outline and evaluate one social psychological theory of aggression (24) One social-psychological theory of aggression is Bandura’s Social Learning Theory (SLT)‚ which suggests that people learn behaviour by not only direct reinforcement and punishment but also by observing the behaviour of others. If a person observes aggressive behaviour from a model figure‚ they may imitate this behaviour‚ especially if they identify or look up to the model. This does not necessarily mean that the aggressive behaviour

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    Outline and evaluate the social learning theory as an explanation of aggression (24) According to the social learning theory there are multiple ways of learning behaviours‚ such as aggression. One way of learning behaviours is through observation and some psychologists have claimed children primarily learn aggressive behaviours observing role models (someone who is similar to the child or in a position of power‚ of who the child can copy behaviour from). For example‚ children may learn aggression

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    How to Evaluate a Theory

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    HOW TO EVALUATE A THEORY The purpose of a good theory is to provide a conceptual framework for viewing and understanding phenomena.  From this perspective a theory is either useful or not useful.  A theory helps guide and focus attention‚ identify and define important variables‚ and postulate the relationships among them.  A good theory is not just another ’good idea‚’ but it is based on empirical data that makes it an adequate map of the territory for the current time.  Furthermore‚ a good theory

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    Describe and evaluate any two theories in developmental psychology. By Aimee Kaur This paper will focus on two theories in moral development within developmental Psychology. There are three components to our morality; these are emotional‚ cognitive and behavioural. Shaffer (1993) described morals as a “set of principles or ideals that help the individual to distinguish right from wrong and to act on this decision” In his book ’The Moral Judgement of the Child’ (1932)‚ Piaget states that ’all

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    C. Calculus Formation Relationship with Plaque: * Calculus is formed by the deposition of calcium and phosphate salts in bacterial plaque. These salts are present in salivary and crevicular fluids. * Plaque mineralization begins within 24-72 hours and takes an average of 12 days to mature. * Calculus contributes to the disease by providing foci for plaque accumulation. It is not the causative or etiologic factor‚ plaque is. * Calculus is porous and can act as a reservoir or nidus

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    Describe & Evaluate any two theories in developmental psychology Piaget’s (1896­1980) theory of moral development was based on his cognitive developmental theory. Piaget stated that children’s moral reasoning developed through a number of different stages similar to that of cognitive development. (Eysenck‚ M 2002) Piaget played games of marbles with children of different ages.  He wanted to observe their understanding of the rules of that game and how important they thought it was to obey the rules

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    Outline and evaluate one or more social psychological explanations for aggression. There are many social psychological explanations for aggression that try and explain the cause of aggression. The social learning theory originated from work by Tarde who looked at key characteristics of imitation and the ways in which our social behaviours and responses could be shaped by the actions of others. Bandura developed this theory and thought it had four basic processes; attention‚ retention‚ reproduction

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    Theory Outline Tiffany Woods PCN-500 August 8‚ 2012 Theory Outline 1. Theory: Psychoanalytical Theory a. Key Concepts i. There is a focus on unconscious psychodynamics. ii. Individuals pay attention to repressed information. iii. In therapy‚ the therapist and client work to build the ego to moderate ID and superego. iv. The client works on establishing transference. He/she will tell the counselor what has caused the difficulties and the therapist

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    Psychology Essay A2 Psychology Discuss Two Theories of The Breakdown of Relationships Rolle & Ducks‚ 2006 model of breakdown endeavorers to explain the procedures in 6 solid steps. Its begins with dissatisfaction with how ones relationship is carried out‚ one partner senses that something is immoral/not right ‚ which leads to an intrapsychic process that is characterised by brooding the partners faults and the demerits‚ in other words cost of their relationship. In the dyadic process the partners

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