Issues and Debates (Edexcel A-Level Psychology): Quizzes
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Why must human participants in substance use research be voluntary drug users?
Why must human participants in substance use research be voluntary drug users?
To meet ethical standards
What is social desirability bias in substance use research?
What is social desirability bias in substance use research?
Participants underreport use to seem better
What does the biological perspective emphasise in explaining addiction?
What does the biological perspective emphasise in explaining addiction?
Neurotransmitters & brain chemistry effects
What type of treatment does the biological approach advocate for substance use?
What type of treatment does the biological approach advocate for substance use?
Medical & pharmacological interventions
What advantage do brain scans offer in addiction research?
What advantage do brain scans offer in addiction research?
They establish causality in controlled labs
How does khat illustrate cultural variation in substance acceptability?
How does khat illustrate cultural variation in substance acceptability?
Accepted in some African countries, illegal UK
What do learning explanations focus on in the nature-nurture debate?
What do learning explanations focus on in the nature-nurture debate?
Environmental factors & social influences
What characterises contemporary treatment approaches for addiction?
What characterises contemporary treatment approaches for addiction?
Holistic approach integrating perspectives
What does Stoptober exemplify in applying psychological knowledge?
What does Stoptober exemplify in applying psychological knowledge?
Using psychological models of persuasion
Why is anonymity crucial in socially sensitive addiction research?
Why is anonymity crucial in socially sensitive addiction research?
Substance use carries social stigma