perspective in psychology

psychodynamic

how unconscious drives, conflicts, and childhood experiences shape behaviour

behaviourism

observable behaviours and the ways they’re learned through interaction with the environment—how does your environment shape you?

humanistic

emphasizes personal growth, free will, and the concept of self actualization—becoming the best version of yourself

cognitive

examines internal mental processes such as thinking, memory, and problem solving

biological

studies of the physiological bases of behaviour in humans and animals

evolutionary

how behaviour and mental processes serve as adaptations for survival and reproduction

sociocultural

analyzes how culture, social norms, and social environments influence behaviour

biopsychosocial

combines biological, physiological, and social factors to provide a comprehensive understanding

psychology

the scientific study of mental processes and behaviour (what we do and how we act)