Psychology
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This week brought together many of the concepts of the course as we discussed the various elements of personality. The benefits of a high self-esteem as well as the dangers of an inflated self-esteem were pointed out. The needs to attain self-actualization and the obstacles to it have been examined. The effects of social patterns, attitudes, and obedience on behavior were also explored. Studies that showed that individuals are judged on the basis of their physical appearance were discussed. Course Summary Throughout this course we were introduced to many of the new concepts in Psychology. The scientific processes used in the study of Psychology were examined. The elements of the physical body, the brain and the nervous system were also explored. The role of senses like vision, hearing, touch, taste, smell, and kinesthetic or the sense of motion and position used by the brain were illustrated. The various levels of consciousness were identified. Our study of Psychology included the study of memory, language development, and intelligence. We examined what motivates people, Maslow's hierarchy of needs, and the role of emotions. Finally, we discussed the psychology of personality, the effects of social attitudes on behavior, self-esteem, self-actualization, and how physical appearance can effect how one is judged. |
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