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PSY105 Introduction to Psychology

Module 1 Discussion

DQ1 What is Psychology?

I believe studying topics such as emotion, language, and body language can help fine-tune your interpersonal communication skills. By learning more about these things, you can gain a greater understanding of other people and what they are trying to say.  Let's get started!

DQ 1:  How would you define the study of Psychology?

In this discussion, explain the definition and purpose of studying psychology including the reasons you are interested in Psychology!\

DQ2 Mind and Body

Dualists believe that the mind and body are interacting but distinct entities. On the other hand, monists deny the separation of mind and body. They argue that the mind and body are different aspects of the same thing. In essence, the mind is what the brain does.

DQ 2: What is the relationship between mind and body?

Include in this discussion whether or not the mind exists separate from the body?

Resources to Review:

https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/the-mind-body-connection (Links to an external site.)

https://www.builtlean.com/2013/08/15/mind-body-connection-facts/ (Links to an external site.)

https://www.consciouslifestylemag.com/mind-body-connection-health/

PSY105 Introduction to Psychology

Module 2 Discussion

DQ1 Nature vs. Nurture

The oldest and longest development debate is Nature vs Nurture.  Both present good points.  However, it is difficult to whether a person's development is predisposed in his/her DNA, or a majority of it is influenced by these life experiences and his environment.

DQ 1:  Explain the differences between Nature vs. Nurture.  Identify and Explain some examples of the characteristics of each?

SOURCES FOR REVIEW:

https://www.simplypsychology.org/naturevsnurture.html (Links to an external site.)

https://www.simplypsychology.org/naturevsnurture.html (Links to an external site.)

https://www.medicinenet.com/nature_vs_nurture_theory_genes_or_environment/article.htm

DQ2 Life Span Development

The Life Span Development, which refers to the changes related as we age from birth through adolescence and old age.  

DQ 2:  Research and chose one area of the Life Span Phases that interests you the most and explain it to your classmates

Explain the elements of development areas: social, emotional physical, and cognitive.

Choose 1 - Life Span Development Phases;  Pre-Natal, Infancy, Childhood, Adulthood, Death & Dying

SOURCES FOR REVIEW:

http://www.apa.org/action/science/developmental/index.aspx (Links to an external site.)

https://www.bestcounselingdegrees.net/faq/what-is-lifespan-development/ (Links to an external site.)

http://www.measureofamerica.org/human-development/

PSY105 Introduction to Psychology

Module 3 Discussion

DQ1 Sensation and Perception

Our chapter reading tells us that sensation refers to the process of sensing through touch, taste, sound, sight and smell.  The information is sent to our brains where perception comes into play.   Perception is the way we interpret these sensations and therefore, make sense of everything around us.

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DQ 1:  Research and Explain the Basic Principles of Sensation and Perception.  Offer examples to highlight the Principles.

Resource:  https://allpsych.com/psychology101/sensation_perception/

DQ2 Learning

Learning theories are conceptual frameworks describing how information is absorbed, processed, and retained during learning. Cognitive, emotional, and environmental influences, as well as prior experience, all play a part in how understanding, or a world view, is acquired or changed and knowledge and skills retained.

Behavioral psychologists have focused on the learning of associations through classical conditioning and operant conditioning.  Cognitive psychologists studying learning are interested in the more complex type of learning involved in human memory.

DQ 1 Research &  Discussion:  Choose 1 Learning Theory - your favorite!

Operant Conditioning, Classical Conditioning, Observational Learning, Behavior Modification

Include the important principles of your learning theory.  Offer examples.

Explain your reasons for supporting this theory.

PSY105 Introduction to Psychology

Module 4 Discussion

DQ1 Memory

Our Memory is the storage center for our life from birth to old age.  Without our memories, we would not have any recollection of our past life and even the past minutes/seconds. 

DQ 1:  Research and explain the importance of memory, its components, and what a healthy memory is vs. unhealthy.

DQ2 Thinking and Intelligence

Thinking as the process for information to solve problems and make judgments and decisions.

DQ 2:  Research and explain: What is intelligence and what kind of THINKER are you?  Include an explanation of what critical thinking is defined.

PSY105 Introduction to Psychology

Module 5 Discussion

DQ1 Motivation

We often see motivation as something that moves a person to act and behave to achieve the desired goal, while emotion is the feelings that emerge from the motive, or from the actions caused by the motive and from the achievement or failure of the desired goal.

DQ:  Research and Explain one of the Motivational Theories.  Include incentives, drive and motives.

DQ2 Emotions, Stress & Health

Let's discuss important topics such as our different emotions, the stress in our lives, and health. These are all interconnected!  One can impact the other. 

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DQ:  Research and explain how emotions, stress, and health and how these are interconnected.   Include different levels of stress:  hassles, alarm, acute, and chronic.  Explain the difference between response vs. reaction and the impact on health.

PSY105 Introduction to Psychology

Module 6 Discussion

DQ1 Personality

The term personality refers to the traits and patterns that make up one's individuality.  It refers to the way individuals think, feel, and behave in specific ways.  Researchers believe our personalities are who we are in the short and long term, stable, and not easily changed.  The word personality comes from the Latin word persona.

DQ:  Research and explain what is personality, and what theories inform our understanding of personality?

DQ2 Therapy

Therapy comes with various stereotypes in our society today.  Not everyone understands its value nor its effectiveness.  We, as a society, harshly judge those who seek and participate in therapy.

Watch:   https://www.goodtherapy.org/what-is-therapy.html

DQ:  Research and explain what is Mental Illness?

PSY105 Introduction to Psychology

Module 7 Discussion

DQ1 Social Psychology

The 6 major Principles of Social Psychology:

1.  We construct our social reality

2.  Our social intuitions are often powerful but some- times perilous

3.  Social influences shape our behavior

4.  Personal attitudes and dispositions also shape behavior.

5.  Social behavior is biologically rooted

6.  Social psychology’s principles are applicable in everyday life

DQ:  Choose 1 of the Principles above.  Research and explain to your classmates the components & purpose of the Principle you chose.

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DQ2 Psychological Disorders

Knowing about psychological disorders is important, but it is just as important to know where to find help if you believe that you or a loved one is struggling with mental illness.

DQ:  Research and explain how are psychological disorders defined?  Include an explanation of what is normal vs abnormal behavior in our society today.

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Psychological Disorders: Crash Course Psychology #28