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Question

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Answer these questions about the film.

1.     Why is it important for psychologists to study the human brain? What other strategies do psychologists use in studying the brain?

2.     What are the strengths and weaknesses of case studies in helping us to understand the causes of human behavior?

3.     Does nature or nurture shape adult personality?

Explanation / Answer

1) Brain is the central coordinating organ of human body. It is responsible for monitoring and regulating many information coming from both external and internal environment. There are still some grey areas regarding the functions of brain. So, the study of brain will help us in understanding the important functions, behaviour and mental processes.

The following strategies are used by psychologists in studying about the human brain.