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Table 1: Psychologists' views on Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)

Dr. Alistair believes OCD is caused by an unresolved conflict from childhood, specifically during the anal stage of psychosexual development, which is repressed into the unconscious mind.
Dr. Beatrice believes OCD can be completely explained by looking at the levels of dopamine and serotonin in the brain's neural pathways.
Dr. Callum believes OCD is acquired through classical conditioning, where a neutral stimulus is paired with anxiety, and maintained through operant conditioning.
Dr. Danielle believes OCD can only be understood by looking at the person as a whole, including their relationships, subjective feelings, and spiritual wellbeing.
Dr. Ethan believes OCD is the product of an inherited genetic predisposition which is triggered by experiencing a traumatic life event.

Using Table 1, which psychologist holds a view that demonstrates environmental reductionism? Write the correct name in your answer book.

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Holism and reductionism Questions

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Practise AQA A Level Psychology Holism and reductionism with exam-style questions for A Level Psychology. 32 questions, matched to the AQA A Level Psychology (7182) specification and written in Paper 1, Paper 2 and Paper 3 style. Every question includes a full worked solution and mark scheme, so you can see where marks are awarded rather than just whether you got the answer right.

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