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Revising the biological approach with flashcards

Strong biological approach psychology A level flashcards focus on the terms examiners actually test: localisation of function, neurotransmitters, hormones, genetic inheritance, twin studies and evolutionary explanations. Writing these cards by hand takes time that is better spent practising exam questions.

Cards cover key studies and terms such as Broca's area, the sympathetic nervous system and concordance rates.
Spaced repetition brings back the cards you miss most often.
Evaluation points like reductionism and determinism can be turned into their own cards.
Quizzes with explanations help you check whether you can apply the approach, not just recall it.

Example A-Level biological approach flashcards

Localisation of functionThe idea that specific brain areas are responsible for specific functions, such as Broca's area for speech production.

Broca's areaA region in the left frontal lobe linked to speech production; damage can cause effortful, halting speech known as Broca's aphasia.

Concordance rateThe percentage of twin pairs in which both twins show a trait; higher rates in identical twins than non-identical twins suggest a genetic influence.

Fight-or-flight responseSympathetic nervous system activation that releases adrenaline, raising heart rate and blood glucose to prepare the body for threat.

Reductionism (evaluation point)Explaining complex behaviour in terms of biological parts, which can overlook social and cultural influences on behaviour.

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How many biological approach flashcards should I make for A-Level psychology?

Most students find that 40 to 60 cards per topic is manageable, covering each key term, study and evaluation point. Start with the terms your exam board lists and add more as you meet them in class.

What should A-Level students know about the biological approach?

Students should understand the main assumptions, such as genetic and biochemical causes of behaviour, and be able to explain localisation of function and evolutionary explanations. They should also be ready to evaluate the approach, for example through reductionism and the nature versus nurture debate.

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