Major · Psychology · Semester 1 · FY BA · 4 credits · 60 hours
Module 1: Psychology: What is it?
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a
Psychology- Definition, Goals, Perspectives
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b
Psychology as a Science
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c
Individual differences and Intelligence
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d
Professionals in Psychology
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e
Frequently asked questions in Psychology
Module 2: Biological Psychology
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a
Neuron and Neurotransmitters
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b
Endocrine system
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c
Brain and Behaviour
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d
Neuroplasticity and Brain Computer Interface
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e
Hemispheric specialisation and language
Module 3: Development across the lifespan
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a
Studying human development
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b
Stages of development: prenatal, infancy and childhood
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c
Classic studies in Psychology
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d
Indian Adolescents
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e
Late adulthood and ageing
Module 4: Stress and Health
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a
Stress and stressors
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b
Physiological factors
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c
Psychological factors
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d
Emotional factors
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e
Coping with stress
Books
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1
Baron, R. A., & Kalsher, M. J. (2008). Psychology: From Science to Practice. (2nd ed.). Pearson Education inc., Allyn and Bacon
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2
Ciccarelli, S. K. & Meyer, G. E. (2008). Psychology. (Indian sub-continent adaptation). New Delhi: Dorling Kindersley (India) pvt ltd.
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3
Ciccarelli, S. K., White, J. N. & Misra, G. (2015). Psychology.5th edi. New Jersey: Pearson education Semester I
