Social science perspectives

Behavioralist perspective

Focuses on observable behaviors and the impact of the environment on actions, emphasizing empirical data and measurable phenomena.

Psychodynamic perspective

Emphasizes unconscious influences, internal conflicts, and childhood experiences in shaping behavior and personality.

Humanist perspective

Emphasizes individual potential and stresses the importance of personal growth and self-actualization, focusing on subjective experiences.

Biological perspective

Examines physiological processes and the influence of genetics on behavior, emphasizing the biological basis of mental processes and physical responses.

Cognitive perspective

Focuses on mental processes such as perception, memory, and problem-solving, emphasizing how people understand and think about the world.