You’ve probably heard about the different functions of the left and right brains, but you may not be aware of their functions. Although we have a long way to go before we fully understand all that our brains are capable of there are some things we do know about the cerebral hemispheres. Quick Navigation What … Continue reading “AP Psychology Study Resource: Cerebral Hemispheres Information”
To be able to understand functionalism in psychology its necessary to first look at structuralism. Both schools of thought developed in the early stages of psychology when it first became a recognized science on its own and not just part of biology and philosophy. Quick Navigation Wilhelm Wundt and Structuralism William James and Functionalism The … Continue reading “AP Psychology Study Resource: Functionalism Psychology”
How complex are our minds? There has been a lot of research in the last two hundred years to try and find out more about how the human mind works. Because there are so many different, complex components, it can be hard to come to definitive conclusions. Multiple researchers over the decades have proposed various … Continue reading “AP Psychology Study Resource: Information Processing Theory”
Science explains to us how the body works. We all have a fair idea of our anatomy, and how it works on a day to day basis. However, some aspects of our body connect psychology and neurology. While science can explain the action, psychology looks to the reason why the behavior exists. This is one … Continue reading “AP Psychology Study Resource: Opponent Process Theory”
We are all social by nature. However, our social identity isn’t always such smooth sailing. Let’s take a look at social identity theory, a psychological study into the way we as humans behave in social settings and groups. The rise of social media has led us to share everything and be hyper-social. We find our identity … Continue reading “AP Psychology Study Resource: Social Identity Theory”
AP Psychology Study Resource: Self-Concept Have you ever wondered what makes you – You? Even if you have never thought much about this before, you will probably have some answers ready. You might say you are a “father,” a “teacher,” a “free spirit,” or a “loving wife.” Or you may look toward your achievements, saying … Continue reading “AP Psychology Study Resource: Self-Concept”
AP Psychology Study Resource: Social Facilitation Social facilitation is the theory that explores how someone’s performance can be improved when others are present. This theory helps us understand our motivation in front of an audience. We get to say when we’re doing tasks, the more effective and successful we become. For example, as we’ll find … Continue reading “AP Psychology Study Resource: Social Facilitation”
Developmental Psychology Most of you reading this are anywhere from 16 – 20 years old. I guarantee that just about ten minutes ago this was going through your mind “what’s on TV tonight- I really need to change my myspace picture- I am really fat….that’s it- NO MORE FOOD- but I am supposed to meet … Continue reading “Developmental Psychology”
Homework 8 To be Typed Just you name and period on top of the page. Answer all of the following questions using the information learned both in class and in the text to support your answers. Try to think critically, use your imagination and if you get confused, take a break and try again. Do … Continue reading “Homework 1”
Developmental Psychology Social Development There was this girl that I met at one of my fraternity parties my junior year of college. She was beautiful and made Jessica Alba look like Squidward. I remember walking up to her and offering her a beer (root beer). Her name was Dawn (from Long Island- in fact every … Continue reading “Developmental Psychology”
