Cognitive Perspective

Definition

The cognitive perspective is a psychological approach that focuses on understanding human behavior by examining mental processes such as perception, memory, and thinking.

Related terms

Behaviorism:

A psychological perspective that emphasizes observable behaviors rather than internal mental processes.

Social-Cultural Perspective:

A psychological approach that emphasizes how social and cultural factors influence human behavior.

Biological Perspective:

A psychological viewpoint that focuses on how biological factors like genetics and brain chemistry contribute to human behavior.