PSY 2001: Intro to Psych

Explore the fascinating insights from Dr. Tabor's groundbreaking research into the correlation between sleep and alertness among college students. Discover the importance of random sampling, data visualization using scatterplots, survey wording effects, and operational definitions in ensuring unbiased and reliable study results. Dive into the world of psychology research methods in this informative video.

Uncover the philosophical origins of nerve pathways and reflexes. Discover how René Descartes shaped our understanding of the body's automatic responses. Differentiate his contributions from other famous thinkers.

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.

This video introduces various subfields of psychology, each offering unique perspectives on different aspects of human behavior. From Counseling Psychology addressing emotional, social, and health-related concerns to Industrial Psychology applying psychological principles in organizations, it provides a comprehensive overview of the diverse domains within the field of psychology.

Discover the intricate steps behind the reading and understanding process. Learn how our eyes perceive visual information and how the brain processes it, from basic light perception to recognizing intricate details. Delve into the synergy of bottom-up and top-down processing in vision.

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.