Compare/ contrast how a behaviorist psychologist would approach a topic
versus a cognitive psychologist. Specifically, how would each approach the research question, “What motivates
a person to overeat at a holiday meal?”
Include a brief paragraph describing behaviorism. (5 points)
Include a brief paragraph describing cognitive psychology. (5 points)
Include a brief paragraph discussing the similarities between these two approaches. (5 points)
Include a brief paragraph discussing the differences between these two approaches. (5 points)
Specifically address how these approaches can be applied to the above research question. (5 points)
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