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How do I think of evaluation points in exam essays?

It's impossible to remember evaluation points for every possible essay that may come up on the exam, so it's a good idea to always think of what's covered in the Issues and Debates topics, and apply it to th...
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Explain how you would approach the following A-Level exam question: Discuss research into the disruption of biological rhythms (e.g. shift work and jet lag) (8 + 16 marks).

Firstly, one must consider the key words in the question to be addressed in the main body of the essay and also the number of marks available and how they are divided. Here we would highlight "discuss r...
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Why do I have to study research methods? Why can't I just look at interesting case studies?

Although they can be tedious to get your head around, research methods are a fundamental part to Psychological research. Psychology is forever pushing the boundaries with ethics when it comes to research, an...
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Describe three components of the working memory model.

The working memory model is made up of the visuo-spatial sketchpad, phonological loop and central executive. The visuo-spatial sketchpad is a component which processes spatial and visual information, for exa...
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What kind of disorder is a phobia?

It is an anxiety disorder which is a continuous feeling of fear and anxiety which is disabling and can impose on daily functioning. They can be triggered by something that may seem trivial to others (possibl...
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