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Techniques used to study the brain in relation to behaviour
15 minute read
Neuroplasticity
9 minute read
Localization of function
4 minute read
Neurotransmitters and their effects on behaviour:
14 minute read
Hormones and their effects on behavior
6 minute read
Pheromones and their effects on behavior
10 minute read
Genes and their effects on behavior
Genetic similarity
16 minute read
Evolutionary explanation for behaviour
The role and ethical considerations of animal research in understanding human behaviour
Models of memory
18 minute read
Schema theory
8 minute read
Thinking and decision-making
Social identity theory
7 minute read
Social cognitive theory
12 minute read
Formation of stereotypes and their effects on behavior
Concepts of Normality and Abnormality
22 minute read
Classification Systems
19 minute read
Role of Peers and Play
Childhood Trauma and Resilience
Poverty and Socio-Economic Status
Biopsychosocial Model of Health and Well-Being
Dispositional Factors and Health Beliefs
Formation of Personal Relationships
Role of Communication
11 minute read
Why Relationships Change or End
Reconstructive memory
Biases in thinking and decision-making
Influence of emotion on cognitive processes
Influence of technologies
Methods of study
Enculturation
Acculturation
Culture and its influence on behavior and cognition
Cultural dimensions
Local and global influences on behavior
Researching the influence of globalization
23 minute read
Clinical Biases in Diagnosis
21 minute read
Validity and Reliability of Diagnosis
2 minute read
Biological Explanations
17 minute read
Cognitive Explanations
Prevalence Rates and Cultural Variations
Sociocultural Explanations
Cultural and Ethical Considerations in Treatment
3 minute read
Effectiveness of Treatments
Biological Treatments
Psychological Treatments
Attachment
Gender Identity and Social Roles
Empathy and Theory of Mind
5 minute read
Cognitive Development
Brain Development
Risk and Protective Factors
Explanations of Health Problems
Prevalence Rates of Health Problems
Discuss physiological, psychological and social aspects of stress
Health Promotion
Effectiveness of Health Promotion Programs
13 minute read
Examine models and theories of health promotion
Cooperation and Competition
Prejudice and Discrimination
Origins of Conflict and Conflict Resolution
Bystanderism
Prosocial Behavior
Promoting Prosocial Behavior
