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Foundations of Psychology: Concepts and Applications

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ABOUT THE COURSE:
Psychology is the scientific study of the mental processes and behavior which offers valuable insights into human thought, emotion, and action. This course provides a structured exploration of core concepts, theories, research methods, and practical applications across various domains in the field of psychology. In this 12-module course, students will learn fundamental topics of psychology and their applications such as the biological basis of behavior, sensation and perception, learning, memory, thinking, motivation, emotion, personality, and social behavior. The course also explores psychological disorders and approaches to their treatment.
In addition to learning core concepts and theoretical foundations, this course highlights how psychological principles apply to specific real-world scenarios like education, health, work, therapy, law, environment, and sports. By bridging theory with real-world relevance, this course provides students with essential insights into human behavior and the diverse ways psychology contributes to individual and societal life.
INTENDED AUDIENCE: UG and PG students of Humanities and Social Sciences, Sciences and Engineering
INDUSTRY SUPPORT: HR section of companies

Taught by

Prof. Dilwar Hussain

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