Major Perspectives in Psychology, Psychoanalysis, Behaviorism, and Psychobiology.
Course Description
In this course, you will learn about three prominent perspectives in psychology, providing a comprehensive overview of each.
The psychoanalysis lectures will focus on the Freudian perspective, which emphasizes the importance of the unconscious mind. You will explore concepts such as personality, therapeutic approaches in psychoanalysis, and defense mechanisms. These lectures will help you understand how unconscious forces shape behavior and thought processes.
The behaviorism lectures will dive deeper into the principles of classical and operant conditioning. You will learn about the components of each type of conditioning and how they contribute to behavior modification. This section will cover key figures like Pavlov, Watson, Thorndike, and Skinner, providing insight into how behaviors are learned from experience with environmental stimuli.
The psychobiology lectures will examine the biological basis of behavior by exploring how brain cells control psychological processes. You will learn about the structure of neurons, the neurotransmission process, and specific neurotransmitters that play crucial roles in regulating mood, cognition, and behavior. This perspective highlights the connection between the brain and psychological functions, offering a deeper understanding of how biological factors influence mental health.
By the end of the course, you will have a solid foundation in these three psychological perspectives. Yet, you are always encouraged to dig deeper into these concepts and explore other approaches in psychology such as the cognitive and sociocultural perspectives.
