PreparED Study Materials
PSYC 213: Abnormal Psychology
School: Winthrop University
Number of Notes and Study Guides Available: 2
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Deciphering Drug Tolerance: From Myths to Real-World Examples Explaine
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Discover the nuanced world of drug tolerance using real-world scenarios. Learn to differentiate between dependence, habitual use, and actual drug tolerance. A must-watch for understanding drug effectiveness and its implications.
Ester's Mystery: Binocular Cues & Selective Attention
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Ester's perception is influenced by binocular cues aiding in depth judgement. Her decision to investigate hinges on signal detection theory discerning significance in stimuli. Her actions are swayed by perceptual set based on past experiences and her balance managed by the vestibular sense comes into play. The gate-control theory sheds light on her pain perception after the fall.
Pain Reflex Explained: Neurotransmitters Brain & Endocrine Response
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This video explores how sensory receptors neurotransmitters and various brain structures work together to detect and react to pain all within a fraction of a second. Dive deep into the role of the sensory cortex spinal cord thalamus amygdala and endocrine system in our immediate and automatic response to potential harm.
Standardization in Testing: Comparing Scores & Uniformity
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Learn how the process of Standardization in test development ensures a consistent experience for test-takers by defining uniform procedures and establishing meaningful scores. This educational video demonstrates each step visually using sketches to clarify key concepts. Find out why Standardization is the term that best describes this crucial method in test development
What three issues have engaged developmental psychologists?
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Developmental psychology explores human development from infancy to old age, addressing core issues of Nature versus Nurture, Continuity versus Discontinuity, and Stability versus Change, offering vital insights for education, parenting, and interventions.
From Arousal to Emotion: Understanding the Two-Factor Theory
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Discover the concept of physiological arousal and how various psychological theories interpret it into emotions. Learn about the role of context in defining our emotions through the Two-Factor Theory. Grasp the significance of cognitive labeling in different scenarios.


















