PreparED Study Materials
PSY 100: Introduction to Psychology
School: University of Massachusetts
Number of Notes and Study Guides Available: 7
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First Video In Our Three Part Series for Midterms
Behaviorism to Consciousness: A Deep Look into Learning and Memory
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This video offers a comprehensive exploration into the realms of behaviorism, classical and operant conditioning, and observational learning, punctuated by luminaries like Pavlov and Bandura. Dive deeper into cognitive learning and how figures like Piaget have revolutionized understanding. Learn the intricacies of memory—from encoding to retrieval, and its pitfalls. Finally, delve into consciousness, from daily wakefulness to altered states induced by meditation or drugs. It's a holistic guide t
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.
Unveiling Naturalistic Observation: Authentic Behavior Research
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Explore the essence of observing behaviors in their natural context without interference in social sciences research. Discover the power of authentic, uninfluenced observations with this informative video
Influence Techniques: Compliance Strategies and Their Names
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Explore persuasion techniques such as Door-in-the-face, Foot-in-the-door, That's-not-all, and Not-so-free sample, commonly used in psychology, marketing, and sales, where only Foot-in-the-door initiates with a small request to enhance compliance with a larger one later based on the consistency principle.
The Birth of Psychology: Wilhelm Wundt and the First Lab (1879)
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Discover the fascinating history of psychology's emergence as a science in this video. Explore the contributions of pioneers like Sigmund Freud, John B. Watson, Wilhelm Wundt, G. Stanley Hall, and William James, and learn how Wilhelm Wundt established the world's first psychology laboratory in 1879.
Stress Unfolded: Hans Selye's General Adaptation Syndrome
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Explore Hans Selye's groundbreaking General Adaptation Syndrome, detailing the body's three-stage response to stress. Learn about the physiological reactions in each stage, from alarm to exhaustion. Grasp the importance of managing chronic stress and its potential health implications.