Psychological Theoretical Perspective

Definition

A psychological theoretical perspective refers to a specific framework or viewpoint that psychologists use to understand and explain human behavior and mental processes.

Related terms

Behaviorism:

This perspective focuses on how external stimuli in the environment shape and influence behavior.

Cognitive Psychology:

This perspective emphasizes the role of mental processes, such as thinking, memory, and problem-solving, in understanding behavior.

Psychoanalysis:

This perspective explores unconscious conflicts and early childhood experiences as determinants of behavior.