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What is the Oedipus and Electra complex?

These are concepts of the psychodynamic theory proposed by Sigmund Freud. Boys expereince the Oedipus complex, and girls experience the Electra complex. Both sexes experience this unconsciously during the ph...
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Explain one strength and one weakness in collecting qualitative data

One strength of qualitative data is that the answers are rich in detail so you are more likely to find out more about the topic being studied. The psychologist is able to ask queations that allow the partici...
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Discuss 'deviation from ideal mental health' as a definition of abnormality. (8 marks)

This definition identifies the characteristics required for good mental health, and suggests that the further an individual is from this ideal, the more likely they are to be classified as abnormal. Jahoda i...
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Outline the stages of development as identified by Schaffer and Emerson. 4 marks

Shaffer and Emerson idetified in their longitudinal study, 4 developmental stages of attachment, each with their own identifying behaviours and anxietes. Stage 1, the asocial stage takes place within the fir...
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What is the difference between stereotyping, prejudice and discrimination?

Stereotyping is a set of generalisations about a group of people or a social group which are often incorrect. Prejudice is a negative opinion formed before meeting someone. Discrimination is the act of treat...
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