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Core Concepts in Psychology: Looking at Reductionism--A Case Study

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When facing complex issues, psychologists often break them down into their component parts, and then identify a key cause. This approach is called reductionism, and viewers explore the advantages and disadvantages of reductionism. Students are given a case study and asked to examine the utility of a reductionist approach. Part of the "Core Concepts in Psychology" series.

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Core Concepts in Psychology
Episode 1
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Grade Level: 10 - 12
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Episode 2
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