Psychologists use seven different perspectives in modern psychology to analyze the ways in which people behave, think, and feel. Researchers proficient in knowledge of each perspective can use their expertise to observe and make inferences concerning a variety of psychological illnesses, such as depression. Major depressive disorder can be characterized as a mood disorder in which feelings of sadness, hopelessness, and apathy are endured over an extended period of time (Gerrig, 2013). Common symptoms of depression include the development of eating disorders, insomnia, anxiety, self injury, suicidal thoughts or behaviors, and always putting oneself down (Gerrig, 2013). Each of the seven psychological perspectives possess a distinct role in the
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A young adult experiencing hardships for the first time may develop depression if he or she was not taught how to deal with failures. For example, a student who enjoyed an illustrious and trouble-free high school career filled with scholarly achievements may be overwhelmed during his transition into college. The student may find trying to cope with the intimidating challenges of college level tasks to be an obstacle that cannot be conquered. Lack of confidence and questions about the individual’s ability to succeed could arise from such an unresolved issue. The concept of the cognitive perspective is to explain how human thought is the basis for behavior (Gerrig, 2013). In terms of depression, constant negative thoughts would be the cornerstone of its development (Blatt & Maroudas, 1992). An individual’s negative view on life may be exaggerated, in that they present issues worse than they really are (Blatt & Maroudas, 1992). In addition, people may view mostly positive or neutral situations as completely negative. When receiving constructive criticism, one might see it as a dismissive gesture, even though its main purpose is to create positive outcomes. Together, these negative self thoughts may contribute to, or maintain, one’s …show more content…
In terms of depression, the psychodynamic, biological and evolutionary perspectives would all appear to be on the positive end of the spectrum. Whether by means of therapeutic resources or a change in outlook, these three approaches would seem to be the most likely to generate positive results. On the other hand, the cognitive and sociocultural perspectives would appear to be more likely to induce negative outcomes. Regarding the cognitive perspective, being able to maintain control of ones’ own thoughts seemingly would make it impossible to bring about a positive attitude. With regard to the sociocultural perspective, the general consensus among society concerning mental health issues would make a positive adjustment difficult. All in all, psychology uses human experience to examine the unique functioning of the mind. The seven modern psychological perspectives are first-rate examples of how the processes of thinking and behavior may be
A young adult experiencing hardships for the first time may develop depression if he or she was not taught how to deal with failures. For example, a student who enjoyed an illustrious and trouble-free high school career filled with scholarly achievements may be overwhelmed during his transition into college. The student may find trying to cope with the intimidating challenges of college level tasks to be an obstacle that cannot be conquered. Lack of confidence and questions about the individual’s ability to succeed could arise from such an unresolved issue. The concept of the cognitive perspective is to explain how human thought is the basis for behavior (Gerrig, 2013). In terms of depression, constant negative thoughts would be the cornerstone of its development (Blatt & Maroudas, 1992). An individual’s negative view on life may be exaggerated, in that they present issues worse than they really are (Blatt & Maroudas, 1992). In addition, people may view mostly positive or neutral situations as completely negative. When receiving constructive criticism, one might see it as a dismissive gesture, even though its main purpose is to create positive outcomes. Together, these negative self thoughts may contribute to, or maintain, one’s …show more content…
In terms of depression, the psychodynamic, biological and evolutionary perspectives would all appear to be on the positive end of the spectrum. Whether by means of therapeutic resources or a change in outlook, these three approaches would seem to be the most likely to generate positive results. On the other hand, the cognitive and sociocultural perspectives would appear to be more likely to induce negative outcomes. Regarding the cognitive perspective, being able to maintain control of ones’ own thoughts seemingly would make it impossible to bring about a positive attitude. With regard to the sociocultural perspective, the general consensus among society concerning mental health issues would make a positive adjustment difficult. All in all, psychology uses human experience to examine the unique functioning of the mind. The seven modern psychological perspectives are first-rate examples of how the processes of thinking and behavior may be