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PSY359 Psychology

Psychology notes

9 chapter notes, in syllabus order. Each starts with the key points.

Unit 1 · 5 hrs

Psychology Basics: Nature, Scope & ApplicationsUnit 1 of Psychology introduces the field’s foundational concepts, including its definition, historical evolution, key perspectives (biological, cognitive, behavioral), and real-world applications in IT, business, and daily life—essential for TU’s Bachelor of Information Technology curriculum.12 min read

Unit 2 · 5 hrs

Perception: Processes, Theories & Real-World ApplicationsUnit 2 of Psychology explores how we interpret sensory information—covering perception theories, processes (attention, organization, interpretation), and real-world applications in technology, business, and daily life.11 min read

Unit 3 · 5 hrs

Learning: Theories, Processes & ApplicationsUnit 3 of Psychology explores classical and operant conditioning, observational learning, cognitive theories, and real-world applications of learning principles in technology, education, and behavior modification.11 min read

Unit 4 · 6 hrs

Memory Systems, Forgetting & Applications in TechUnit 4 of Psychology explores the biological and cognitive mechanisms of memory (sensory, short-term, long-term), forgetting theories (decay, interference, retrieval failure), and real-world applications in IT systems like password recovery, recommendation algorithms, and user experience design.7 min read

Unit 5 · 5 hrs

Cognition: Thinking, Problem-Solving & Decision-MakingUnit 5 of Psychology explores how humans process information—attention, problem-solving, decision-making, language, and cognitive biases—linking theory to real-world tech and business applications like AI, eSewa, and Daraz.9 min read

Unit 6 · 5 hrs

Emotion & Motivation: Theories, Triggers & Real-World ImpactUnit 6 of Psychology explores the biological and psychological foundations of emotions (types, functions, and neural pathways) alongside motivation theories (instinct, drive, arousal, hierarchy of needs), with applications in behavior change, workplace productivity, and consumer psychology.8 min read

Unit 7 · 5 hrs

Intelligence: Theories, Measurement, and ApplicationsUnit 7 of Psychology explores the nature of intelligence—its definitions, theories (e.g., Spearman’s g-factor, Gardner’s multiple intelligences), measurement tools (IQ tests, aptitude tests), and real-world applications in education, technology, and workplace settings. It also covers cultural biases, emotional intellig17 min read

Unit 8 · 5 hrs

Personality: Theories, Assessment, and ApplicationsUnit 8 of Psychology explores the nature of personality—its definitions, major theories (trait, psychoanalytic, humanistic, and social-cognitive), assessment tools (MMPI, 16PF, MBTI), and real-world applications in IT, leadership, and mental health. Learn how personality shapes behavior, how to measure it, and its role14 min read

Unit 9 · 4 hrs

Social Thought & Behaviors: Attitudes, Conformity, Obedience, Prejudice & Prosocial ActsUnit 9 of Psychology explores how individuals think, perceive, and act in social contexts, covering attitudes (formation, change, and functions), conformity and obedience (Asch’s and Milgram’s experiments), prejudice and discrimination (real-world impacts), and prosocial behaviors (altruism, cooperation). It links theo12 min read