Levels of Analysis in Psychology

This set of flashcards covers the key concepts related to the nine levels of analysis in psychology, focusing on biological and experience-based explanations.

Evolutionary

Analysis that focuses on natural selection as a cause of behavior.

Learning

Analysis based on the individual's prior experiences with the environment.

Cognitive

Analysis that considers the individual's knowledge or beliefs as a cause.

Social

Analysis that examines the influence of other people on behavior.

Cultural

Analysis that looks at the culture in which a person develops.

Developmental

Analysis focused on age-related changes as a cause of behavior.

Neural

A biological analysis focusing on the nervous system and brain.

Physiological

A biological analysis that considers bodily functions and processes.

Genetic

A biological analysis focusing on hereditary influences on behavior.

Levels of Analysis

Different perspectives in psychology that correspond to various research specialties.