PSY 383: Learning and Memory

Explore the essential role of the primary visual cortex, Area V1, in processing our visual world. Understand its location in the occipital lobe and its interactions with structures like the thalamus. Uncover the intricate stages that make vision possible.

Explore the intricacies of genetic mutation and its role in DNA sequence changes. Understand the factors leading to these mutations and their relation to broader evolutionary concepts. Dive into the complexities of behavioral evolution, natural selection, and cognitive evolution.

Explore the intricacies of psychoanalysis and the significance of 'free association'. Understand how blocks in associations highlight resistance. A guide to the world of unconscious revelations in therapy.

This video explores Ivan Pavlov's groundbreaking research on classical conditioning, detailing the key elements of the process and its implications for understanding how organisms learn and adapt to their environment.

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.

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.