The Bromfield School, Harvard, MA Psychology--Ms. Karen Deneen

Advanced Placement Psychology                                  

 

This course is an integrated introduction to Psychology, the scientific study of behavior and mental processes. In addition to the study of the history of Psychology, contemporary approaches and methods of research will be examined. Major domains of the discipline will be integrated into the following five themes: Physiological Basis of Behavior, Cognition, Social Behavior, Development, and Individual Differences. Within these areas the following will be studied in depth: Physiology and Behavior, Motivation, Learning, Sensation, Perception, Memory, Thinking and Knowledge, Language and Cognition, Social Psychology, Human Development, Intelligence and Mental Abilities, Personality, Abnormal Behavior, and Treatment of Psychological Disorders.

                                  Text: David G. Myers, Psychology  (9th edition)       

Psychology 

This course is a general introduction to Psychology, the scientific study of  behavior and mental processes. In addition to the study of the history of Psychology, contemporary approaches and methods of research will be examined. Major topics will include: Physiology and Behavior, Sensation and Perception, States of Consciousness, Learning, Memory, Cognition and Language, Intelligence and Mental Abilities, Human Development, Motivation and Emotion, Personality, Abnormal Behavior, Treatment of Psychological Disorders, and Social Psychology.

Psychos,

Over the course of your study of Psychology you will need to refer to postings, articles, and links on this website in order to complete required readings and projects.  You will be made aware of the specific requirements during class. 

You will find it helpful to frequently refer to the Links section of this website.  It will be updated throughout the year.