Our units may change in the order we cover them, but the information will be the same.
Unit Zero: Perspectives and Research
This unit will cover the main perspectives, ethics, and the different research methods that are used in the different fields of Psychology.
Unit One: Biological Bases of Behavior
In this unit will study the different parts of the human body and condition that affects the overall psychological health of humans. For example, we will cover the parts of the nervous system, and how damage to your biological systems impact the overall psychological health.
Unit Two: Cognition
Can the brain be tricked? Lets find out. This unit is designed to cover everything from how our perception develops, problem solving, and memory
Unit Three: Development of Learning
Ever question Nature vs. Nurture....at this point we have covered the biological (Nature), now we are going to build upon that as well as introduce the development of human nature, as well as how learned behavior (nurture) plays a large role in how we “act”. In this unit we will study the development of humans from birth to death as well as
Unit Four: Social Psychology and Personality
How do interactions with our various groups, societies, and cultures shape our behavior? In this unit we will investigate the various factors, including our motivation and emotion, which impact human interactions and behavior.
Unit 5: Mental and Physical Health
AHHH. The unit you have all waited for is here. We explore psychological disorders, their causes, impacts, and treatments. Several different types of disorders will be covered. REMEMBER: these may be sensitive for many of the people around.