Explore the science of mind and behavior -- from neurons and perception to learning, development, social influence, and mental health. Covers classic experiments by Pavlov, Milgram, and Asch with clear analogies for high school students.
Discover psychology as a science — its history, major schools of thought, and modern applications. Reference: Myers & DeWall, Psychology, 13th ed., Worth Publishers, 2021, Chapter 1.
Learn how psychologists design experiments, distinguish correlation from causation, and follow ethical guidelines. Reference: Myers & DeWall, Psychology, 13th ed., Worth Publishers, 2021, Chapter 1.
Explore how neurons communicate, how brain structures control different functions, and how neurotransmitters influence mood and behavior. Reference: Myers & DeWall, Psychology, 13th ed., Worth Publishers, 2021, Chapters 2-3.
Understand how your senses gather information and how your brain constructs perception — from vision and hearing to Gestalt principles and optical illusions. Reference: Myers & DeWall, Psychology, 13th ed., Worth Publishers, 2021, Chapters 6-7.
Explore how organisms learn through association and consequences, and how memory is encoded, stored, and retrieved. Reference: Myers & DeWall, Psychology, 13th ed., Worth Publishers, 2021, Chapters 8-9.
Understand how humans change across the lifespan — Piaget's cognitive stages, Erikson's psychosocial development, attachment theory, and adolescent identity. Reference: Myers & DeWall, Psychology, 13th ed., Worth Publishers, 2021, Chapter 5.
Explore how people influence each other — conformity, obedience, prejudice, and group behavior. Classic studies by Asch, Milgram, and Zimbardo. Reference: Myers & DeWall, Psychology, 13th ed., Worth Publishers, 2021, Chapters 13-14.
Understand anxiety disorders, depression, schizophrenia, and how they are treated. Includes medical disclaimer. Reference: Myers & DeWall, Psychology, 13th ed., Worth Publishers, 2021, Chapters 15-16. DSM-5-TR (APA, 2022).