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.

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The cognitive revolution refers to a period during the 1950s, 60s, and 70s when psychology shifted its focus towards understanding mental processes, such as perception, memory, and problem-solving, often using the computer as a metaphor for human cognition.

To Explain Cognitive Processes in Psychology to a Friend, Samira