Edexcel Psychology for A Level Yr 1 / AS Revision Guide

Contents How to use this book Understanding the exam Issues and debates and synopticity Looking at different kinds of exam questions and how to answer them effectively. Topics that concern psychologists and are important for making the subject of psychology as valuable as it can be. 4 6 20 Chapter 1 Social psychology The term ‘social’ refers to other members of your own species. The behaviour of others influences what you do. 24 Chapter 2 Cognitive psychology ‘Cognition’ is mental processes, such as thoughts and feelings, and these have a profound effect on your behaviour. 52 Chapter 3 Biological psychology Knowing about genes and connections between neurons helps understand our behaviour. 68 Chapter 4 Learning theories A group of early psychologists (called behaviourists) explained all new behaviour in terms of forming associations. 90 Chapter 5 Research methods References Covers the methods used by psychologists to investigate behaviour, cognition and emotion and provide data to support their theories. A full set of references are available for download from the Illuminate Publishing website. Please visit www.illuminatepublishing.com/edexcelpsychreferences1 116