Week 5
Exam question Outline and evaluate the biological model as an
explanation for the maintenance of one addictive behaviour. (4 + 6 marks)
Review of biological and learning models of addiction
Using 4 coloured pens, identify which key terms
match with each approach to explaining addictive behaviour.
Write a definition of each debate under the heading (using your textbook). Nature
Free will
Reductionist
Nurture
Determinism
Holist
Debates and the learning model of addiction Draw where OC, CC and SLT and the biological approach stand on each debate Write one elaborated evaluation paragraph for the learning model on page 25 of your booklets. Extension task: Write evaluation paragraphs for the learning model on all three debates.
Exam focus Complete the essay plan using the prompts provided. Include enough detail for the marks available. Optional: write the essay for homework
Homework Complete page 28 of your booklet:
Read the example answers to the exam questions. In the first example there are 5 mistakes – correct
them. Mark both answers out of 5 and justify your ideas.
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Next week: Exam feedback and the cognitive model of
addiction.