The cognitive approach in psychology examines internal mental processes like thinking, perception, and problem-solving to understand behavior. It emerged as a counter to behaviorism, emphasizing the mind's information processing akin to computers. Cognitive neuroscience and models like the multi-store memory framework and schemas are discussed, alongside practical applications in education and cognitive behavioral therapy.
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The cognitive approach focuses on the internal mental processes, such as thinking and perception, as the key to understanding human behavior
The cognitive approach emerged as a response to behaviorism, which only focused on observable behaviors
The development of digital computers served as an analogy for the human mind's capacity for information processing, leading to the prominence of the cognitive approach
Cognitive functions such as thinking and problem-solving are essential for interpreting and interacting with the world
Language is a fundamental cognitive function that allows for communication and understanding
Memory is a central topic in cognitive psychology and plays a crucial role in decision-making, problem-solving, and creativity
Cognitive psychologists use scientific methods to explore the intricacies of memory, perception, reasoning, and language
Research, such as the study by Simons and Chabris, reveals the selective nature of cognitive processing and its impact on perception
Cognitive neuroscience integrates principles from cognitive psychology and neuroscience to study the brain mechanisms underlying cognitive processes
Cognitive psychologists use both theoretical and computational models to understand and predict cognitive processes
The cognitive approach assumes that mental processes can be scientifically studied, and the mind operates similarly to a computer, with schemas significantly influencing cognitive processing
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The development of the ______ computer helped the cognitive approach gain prominence by providing an analogy for the mind's information processing.
digital
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Cognitive functions essential for
Decision-making, problem-solving, creativity, memory retention, communication.
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Simons and Chabris study focus
Selective attention and its impact on perception of the environment.
