Hassett et al. (2008) – Do Monkeys Prefer Boy or Girl Toys? | Cambridge Psychology Explained

Описание: Welcome back, psychology students! In this video, we explore the fascinating study by Hassett et al. (2008), where researchers investigated whether rhesus monkeys show preferences for masculine or feminine toys—just like human children do.

This study is part of the Biological Approach in the Cambridge AS/A Level Psychology syllabus (9990), and it's a great example of how animal research helps us understand human behavior.

🎯 In this video, you’ll learn:

The aim and background of the study
Why this was a field experiment and how it was designed
How toy preferences were tested in male and female monkeys
What the findings say about the nature vs nurture debate
Key Cambridge exam tips and terminology for full marks!
📚 Ideal for:
Cambridge AS & A-Level Psychology students
Teachers preparing for the Biological Approach
Anyone curious about how biology influences behavior—even in monkeys!
🧠 This is part 2 in our Biological Approach series. Also check out:
Dement and Kleitman (1957) – Sleep and Dreams 😴
Hölzel et al. (2011) – Mindfulness and Brain Structure 🧘‍♂️
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