Nature VS Nurture
Learned behaviors that develop over time originating from one’s environment
Nurture
Known as the “father of modern psychology.”
Wilhelm Wundt
Part of the brain responsible for judgement and reasoning
Frontal lobe
cluster of personality disorders describes as odd/eccentric.
Cluster A
medical illness that causes a constant feeling of sadness and lack of interest
depression
A characteristic of having blue eyes would be a trait of this
Nature
Theory that the goal of the mind was to adapt and survive.
Functionalism
Part of the brain known as the “mental map”
parietal lobe
personality disorder characterized by deep, irrational suspicion and mistrust of others
Paranoid Personality Disorder
how long does one have to experience symptoms of depression for it to be diagnosed at clinical depression or major depressive disorder?
14 days
A hereditary disease would fall into which category?
Nature
Argument that “genius ran in families” and traits were determined by genetics.
Inheritable traits
part of the brain responsible for long term memories
temporal lobe
personality disorder characterized by instability in moods, relationships, and self image.
Borderline Personality Disorder
approximately how many out of 100 adults have depression?
five
One’s social behaviors and etiquette would originate from this category
Nurture
Studies the impact our cultural and ethnic backgrounds have on our behavior.
Sociocultural Psychology
part of the brain that processes visuals
occipital lobe
two types of treatments used to help/control personality disorders
therapy and medication
how many out of the nine symptoms does one have to have to be diagnosed with depression?
five
Name 2 characteristics for both nature and nurture that you have.
Two nature traits that I have are hazel eyes and my height. These are nature because I got them from my genes and is not something that can be changed depending on my environment. Two nature traits that I have are my social interactions and my clothing style. These are nurture because they are decisions that I make and they originated from my environment.
Do you agree with the argument of Inheritable traits? What are some factors that could disprove this theory/ come from nurture more than nature?
Though one's genes might have an influence on one's physical abilities, I believe that one's accomplishments relies on their environment, opportunities, and upbringing. For example, even if someone is genetically prone to being athletic, if they never train or exercise, they will not be as advanced as those who do.
name the three main responsibilities of the frontal lobe and 2 examples of when you utilize your frontal lobe.
The three main responsibilities of the frontal lobe is to know right from wrong, to filter what we say and do, and to determine similarities and differences. Two examples of when you utilize your frontal lobe is during social interactions and filtering what you say and moral decisions to know right from wrong.
explain the dangers of antisocial personality disorder. Why are people with this disorder suspected to be psychopaths?
antisocial personality disorder can be very dangerous to oneself and others because it is characterized by charism, manipulation, lack of empathy, and general lack of regard for the safety of oneself and others. It can be dangerous because one with APD can manipulate others to benefit themselves and have no remorse. People with this disorder are called psychopaths because many infamous serial killers have been evaluated and diagnosed with APD.
describe 3 symptoms of depression and the effects.
Three symptoms of depression are an unhealthy sleep schedule, a significant change in appetite, and suicidal thoughts or actions. An unhealthy sleep schedule which can be detrimental to one’s health and also disrupt their work or school schedule. A significant change in appetite can result in a noticeable weight gain or loss which can be harmful to one’s health. Suicidal thoughts or actions is the most serious symptom because it is not physically noticeable but has the most harmful effect.