Cognitive Approach Quiz

What are schemas used for in the study of internal mental processes?

• To organise and interpret information

• To study the brain

• To ignore emotions and motivation

• To create gaps in information

What are theoretical models based on in the study of internal mental processes?

• Computer processing

• Guesswork

• Current evidence

• Emotions and motivation

What is the purpose of computer models of mental processes?

• To ignore emotions and motivation

• To study guilt in the brain

• To organise and interpret information

• Analogies of information processing

What is the emergence of cognitive neuroscience related to?

• Use of emotions and motivation in research

• Use of computer models

• Use of neuroimaging techniques to study the brain

• Use of guesswork in research

What is the cognitive approach known for?

• Scientific method

• Guesswork

• Ignoring emotions and motivation

• Creating gaps in information

What is a limitation of computer models in the study of internal mental processes?

• Computers do not make mistakes

• Computers are similar to human processing

• Computers are good at studying emotions

• Computers are good at organising information

What does the cognitive approach ignore?

• Emotion and motivation

• Scientific method

• Computer models

• Schemas

What is a common issue with studies in the cognitive approach?

• Lack of theoretical models

• Lack of computer models

• Lack of ecological validity

• Lack of scientific method

What part of the brain is active when people feel guilt according to Burnett et al.?

• Cerebellum

• Occipital lobe

• Temporal lobe

• Medial prefrontal cortex

What is the cognitive approach applied to in psychology?

• Psychopathology

• Neuroimaging techniques

• Computer processing

• Guesswork