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Psychology Perspectives

AP Psychology

What is a psychological perspective?

The major perspectives

1. Biological (Neuroscience) Perspective

2. Behavioral Perspective

3. Cognitive Perspective

4. Psychodynamic (Psychoanalytic) Perspective

5. Humanistic Perspective

6. Evolutionary Perspective

7. Sociocultural Perspective

8. Biopsychosocial Approach

Comparison table

Applying perspectives: a single example

Brief history of psychology

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