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Explain the process of classical conditioning.

Classical conditioning occurs when a stimulus (UCS) that causes a reflex (UCR) is paired with another stimulus that normally has no effect. After pairing, the second stimulus (CS) causes the same response (C...
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Briefly evaluate the biological approach in Psychology. (6 marks - AQA style)

One strength of the biological approach is that it has real-life application. For example, a modern understanding of biochemical processes within the brain has led to the development of psychoactive drugs wh...
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What are type 1 and type 2 errors? (Research methods- statistics)

Statistical tests of studies in psychology determine whether or not the results are significant (not due to chance) or not significant (due to chance)- note that to say ‘insignificant’ when answering an exam...
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I don't quite understand classical conditioning, can you talk me through it?

Some stimuli provoke an innate reaction—for example, a loud noise causes most people to startle. If I suddenly made a loud noise and you weren't expecting it, you'd probably jump a little. There are some sti...
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Outline what is meant by 'identification' within the Social Learning Theory. Give an example.

An individual may identify with those who they see as role models. For example, a young child may idealise the actions and imitate the actions and behaviour of somebody that they identify with and look up to...
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