PreparED Study Materials
PSY 445: Positive Psychology
School: Truman State University
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Videos
The Impact of Experience on Perception: Insights from Vision Research
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This video explores the impact of restored vision, sensory restriction, and perceptual adaptation on perception, highlighting the brain's adaptability and plasticity.
Understanding Thorndike's Law of Effect: Behavioral Outcomes Defined
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Explore Edward Thorndike's foundational Law of Effect, illustrating how favorable consequences influence behavior repetition. Contrast this principle with other behavioral concepts like operant conditioning and shaping for a complete understanding.
Altruism & Kin Selection: Selfless Acts in Animals
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Explore the intriguing concept of altruism and its manifestations in the animal kingdom. Understand how Kin Selection, rooted in evolutionary biology, provides a compelling explanation for selfless behaviors that seemingly benefit others more than oneself.
Duality of Intelligence: Fluid vs. Crystallized Abilities Explained
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Discover the dual nature of intelligence - Fluid and Crystallized - and how they shape our thinking and problem-solving abilities. Explore real-life scenarios showcasing the application of these intelligence types. Gain insights into recognizing your own cognitive strengths and areas for growth.
The Olfactory System: Linking Scents to Emotions & Memories
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Discover the intricacies of our olfactory system and how it connects to emotions and memories. Learn how odorant molecules interact with receptors and influence brain regions. Grasp why certain smells can evoke powerful feelings or vivid recollections.
Perception in Action: Marisol's Ski Trip & the Power of Thresholds.
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Discover how perception shapes experiences through the concepts of absolute and difference thresholds. Understand Marisol's ski trip sensations in terms of these psychological phenomena. Learn how individual factors can create unique perceptual moments.
