PSYB45H3 Final: Chapter 1 exam notes.docx
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Includes what people do and say- things we can see objectively. Involves the activity of an organism at any level- most of the research is based on animals although the focus is on humans. Searching why we behave the way we do not from genetics standpoint but from environment standpoint. How the environment (physical or social) impacts the person. Behav mod: its all about how we can change ourselves and others. Is the field of psychology concerned with the analysis and modification of human behaviour involves the systematic application of learned principles and techniques to assess and improve an individual"s covert and/or overt behaviour in order to enhance their functioning. Behaviour involved in states such as manic: fast speech processes, staying up all night etc. This course focus on the activity themselves because unable to change the states. States are usually labels for ease of communications. Product: is the goalstate i. e getting a 4. 0.
