To Explain Cognitive Processes in Psychology to a Friend, Samira

Multiple Choice

To explain cognitive processes in psychology to a friend, Samira uses a computer metaphor, saying the brain takes information in, processes it, stores it, and retrieves it. This same metaphor was used by scientists in the 1950s, 60s, and 70s, a time that is sometimes referred to as

A) the Victorian era.
B) the positive psychology movement.
C) social constructivism.
D) the cognitive revolution.
E) the rise of behaviourism.