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Explain what is meant by locus of control (4 marks)

Locus of control refers to the extent someone believes they have personal control over events in their lives, such as personal successes and failures. Locus of control is typically measured along a bi-pol...

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How well does the dopamine hypothesis explain the development of schizophrenia?

The dopamine hypothesis states that schizophrenia is caused by increases in the amount of the neurotransmitter dopamine in the brain. This theory is supported by research that showed that the use of amphe...

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Ben, Coleen and Khalil, need to learn the local traffic rules for a test before they are allowed to drive. Describe and evaluate the Levels of Processing framework, with reference to how the group of friends might learn the traffic rules (12 points)

Levels of Processing is a theory which states that memory is dependent on the depth of processing taking place whilst encoding information. Deep levels of processing will lead to stronger memory traces wh...

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What is the difference between inter- and intra-individual differences?

Inter-individual differences are differences that are observed between people, whereas intra-individual differences are differences that are observed within the same person when they are...

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Describe Classical Conditioning and give an example of how it explains phobias

Classical Conditioning modifies automatic behaviours though the process of association. The conditioning can happen by pairing a neutral stimulus with an unconditioned stimulus which automatically trigger...

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