PSYB32H3 Chapter Notes - Chapter 2: Reaction Formation, Dream 3, Cultural Diversity
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Paradigm: is a set of basic assumptions, a general perspective, that defines how to conceptualize and study a subject, how to gather an interpret relevant data and how to ever think about a particular subject. Kuh(cid:374)"s (cid:448)ie(cid:449) is the (cid:374)otio(cid:374) of paradigm-> the conceptual framework or approach within which the scientist works. >it is a set of basic assumptions that outline the particular universe of scientific inquiry. Paradigms specify what problems scientist will investigate and how they will go about the investigation. Paradigms are an intrinsic part of science because it serves the vital function of indicating the rules to be followed there are 4 major types of paradigms: biological, cognitive-behavioural, psychoanalytic, humanistic. This paradigm of abnormal behaviour is a continuation of the somatogenic hypothesis. It holds mental disorders that are causes by aberrant biological processes. It is often referred to as the medical model or disease model. Removal of ovarian cysts was a treatment for melancholia, mania and delusions.
