Part one of term paper
Psychology is defined as the science that studies behavior and mental processes. Although psychology is explained in one simple definition, there are six different influential perspectives which psychologists may choose to use to study behavior. Each of the six perspectives tend to concentrate on different areas of study as well as deal with ...

Part two of term paper
... functions and how these functions relate to our mental processes. Through use of CAT (Computerized axial tomography) and PET (Positron emission tomography) scans, combined with electronic stimulation, psychologists are able to see how the brain behaves when dealing with emotions and thoughts. These tests also enable psychologists to see the brain activity of a person with mental disorders differs from that of normal brain activity. The biological perspective also deals with the different ...