Behavioral and psychodynamic perspectives differ in that the former emphasizes the____, while the latter focuses on___.
A) the blank slate;pattern of traits
B) emotional life;objective life
C) determinism; functionalism
D) observable behavior;inner life
I want to say the answer is either A or C but leaning more towards A
I don't think so. Check these sites for more information.
http://psychology.about.com/od/psychology101/a/perspectives.htm
http://www.cliffsnotes.com/study_guide/Psychodynamic-Perspectives.topicArticleId-25438,articleId-25388.html
Okay, Now I think the answer is D! Here is why...
Psychodynamic behavior is motivate by inner, unconscious forces over which a person has little control and Behavioral focuses on observable behavior.
Yay! I like D best also. :-)
Thank you for pointing me in the right direction
You're welcome.
The correct answer is D) observable behavior; inner life.
To arrive at this answer, let's break down both perspectives and their key focuses:
1. Behavioral Perspective: This perspective emphasizes observable behavior, meaning the actions that can be directly seen and measured. It places importance on external stimuli and the responses they elicit. Behavioral psychologists focus on studying how our behaviors are acquired, shaped, and modified through processes like conditioning and reinforcement. For example, in the context of therapy, behavioral techniques such as operant conditioning may be used to address specific behaviors.
2. Psychodynamic Perspective: This perspective, developed by Sigmund Freud, focuses on understanding and exploring an individual's inner life, particularly the unconscious mind and the influence of unconscious processes on behavior. It emphasizes the role of unconscious thoughts, desires, and conflicts in shaping human behavior and experiences, as well as the importance of early childhood experiences in our development.
Comparing these two perspectives, we can conclude that the behavioral perspective is more concerned with observable behavior, while the psychodynamic perspective delves into the inner workings of the mind and the unconscious. Therefore, option D, "observable behavior; inner life," is the correct answer.