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biological approach
definitions of key words
biological perspective: a perspective that emphasises the importance of physical processes in the body
genes: they make up chromosomes and consist of DNA which codes the physical features of an organism and the physiological features. genes are transmitted from parent to offspring.
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evolution: the changes in inherited characteristics in a biological population over successive generations
key assumptions
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to fully understand human behaviour, we must look at the biological structures and processes within the body like genes and the nervous system
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evaluations
strengths:
uses highly scientific methods which includes scanning methods like fMRI, MRI and CAT scans
real life applications such as a further understanding of the brain has led to psychoactive drugs that treat illnesses such as depression.
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evolution
the theory of natural selection: any genetically determined behaviour that enhances an individuals survival will continue in future generations