PreparED Study Materials
PSY 301: Scientific Thinking in Psychology
School: University of Oregon
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Videos
First Video In Our Three Part Series for Midterms
Intro to Psychology: Pioneers of Early Mind Exploration
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Explore the fascinating history of psychology, from its ancient roots in Greek, Egyptian, and Chinese thought to modern neuroscience. Join us on a journey through the groundbreaking theories and experiments of pioneers like Freud, Jung, Watson, and Maslow. Discover how psychology has evolved into a diverse field that continues to unravel the complexities of the human mind and behavior.
Psychotherapy's Landscape: Exploring Biological, Cognitive & Behaviora
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Explore the rich tapestry of psychotherapy, rooted in Biological, Cognitive, and Behavioral perspectives. From Biomedical therapy's drug-based approach to Behavioral Modification's learning techniques, uncover the multifaceted ways therapy promotes mental wellbeing.
How Do We Assign Reasons to Life Events? Unraveling Attributional Styl
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Explore the psychological concept of Attributional Style and how individuals attribute reasons for life events. Learn the difference between optimistic and pessimistic explanations. Discover how this concept impacts our self-perception and reactions to outcomes.
Which Nervous System Division Triggers the Startle Response?
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Explore the divisions of the nervous system and discover which one is responsible for the startle response. Learn about the roles of the parasympathetic, central, somatic, sympathetic, and autonomic systems in our body's functioning.
Psychology School Using Introspection to Understand Human Experience
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Explore different psychological schools and their approaches to introspection, from Darwinism and Empiricism to Structuralism and Behaviorism. Discover which school used self-reflective introspection to understand the elements of human experience.
Unlocking the Science: How Superstitious Behavior Takes Root in Our Mi
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Explore the intriguing science behind superstitious behavior. Discover how accidental timing of rewards influences our beliefs and actions. From Pavlov's dogs to lucky shirts, uncover the psychology of coincidences and their effects on our actions.