Time Stamps:00:00:00 Module 1: Introduction to Psychology00:28:11 Module 2: Biological Foundations of Behavior01:10:53 Module 3: Developmental Psychology01:49:43 Module 4: Cognitive Psychology02:39:40 Module 5: Social Psychology03:26:25 Module 6: Personality Psychology04:09:50 Module 7: Motivation and Emotion04:48:38 Module 8: Health Psychology and Applied Psychology05:28:03 Module 9: Clinical Psychology (Introductory Overview)05:56:16 Module 10: Contemporary Issues and Future Directions06:19:52 Module 11: Practical Applications and Skill Building06:47:14 Module 12: Review and Integration---------------Module 1: Introduction to Psychology Psychology is the study of the mind and behavior. It started with philosophers like Descartes and Locke. Wilhelm Wundt made the first psychology lab. Major views: Behavioral: Focus on actions. Cognitive: Focus on thinking. Biological: Focus on the brain. Humanistic: Focus on personal growth. Sociocultural: Focus on society and culture. Psychodynamic: Focus on the unconscious mind.Module 2: Biological Foundations of Behavior Nervous system helps us think, feel, and act. Neurons send messages in the body. The brain has different parts: Hindbrain: Basic functions like breathing. Midbrain: Alertness. Forebrain: Thinking and emotions. Genes and the environment shape who we are. We sense the world with eyes, ears, and more.Module 3: Developmental Psychology Life has stages: baby, child, teen, adult, old age. Piaget said kids learn step by step. Erikson explained how we grow socially and emotionally. Attachment with parents is important for babies. Teens face peer pressure and find who they are.Module 4: Cognitive Psychology Memory helps us remember things. We learn by observing and practicing. Thinking and problem-solving involve creativity. Intelligence has many types (like logic and creativity). Language helps us communicate and express.Module 5: Social Psychology How we think about others affects our actions. Groups have rules and can influence us. We follow leaders and build relationships. Stereotypes can lead to wrong judgments. Persuasion changes how we think.Module 6: Personality Psychology Personality theories explain why we act as we do. Freud focused on hidden thoughts. Traits like kindness or shyness define us. Assessments like tests measure personality. Environment and genetics both matter.Module 7: Motivation and Emotion Motivation drives actions, like hunger or goals. Maslow said basic needs come before dreams. Emotions help us react and connect. Stress affects health, but coping helps us feel better.Module 8: Health and Applied Psychology Health psychology connects mind and body. Workplace psychology improves teamwork. Educational psychology helps teachers and students. Forensic psychology applies to law and crime.Module 9: Clinical Psychology Mental health deals with feelings and behaviors. Disorders like anxiety and depression were discussed. Therapy helps people feel better.Module 10: Contemporary Issues Positive psychology studies happiness. Culture affects thoughts and actions. Technology like AI helps mental health. Ethical rules guide psychologists.Module 11: Practical Applications Use psychology in daily life: Communicate better. Manage time. Build good habits. Learn emotional intelligence to understand others. First aid for mental health teaches support skills.
