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138 Biological Approaches to Treatment

Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is frequently treated with biomedical therapy, usually along with cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT). The most commonly … See more

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Regulation of Stress – Introduction to Psychology & Neuroscience

WEBThis web page explains how coping, perceived control, and social support affect our reactions to stress and health outcomes. It does not directly answer the query about …

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117 Summary for Stress and Health

WEBLearn how stress affects health and well-being, and how to cope with it. This chapter covers the definition, types, and effects of stress, as well as the role of social support, coping, …

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135 Mental Health Treatment: Past and Present

WEBLearn how people with psychological disorders have been treated throughout the ages, from exorcism and trephining to electroshock and lobotomy. Find out how mental health …

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Stress and Illness – Introduction to Psychology & Neuroscience

WEBLearn how stress and emotional factors can lead to psychophysiological disorders, such as cardiovascular, gastrointestinal, respiratory, and musculoskeletal problems. Explore the …

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122 Perspectives on Psychological Disorders

WEBLearn about different perspectives on the origin and causes of psychological disorders, from supernatural to biological to psychosocial. The biological perspective focuses on …

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116 Key Terms for Stress and Health

WEBThis web page provides definitions of various terms related to stress and health, such as stressors, coping, cortisol, and immunosuppression. One of the terms is social support, …

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Sensation vs. Perception – Introduction to Psychology

WEBLearn the difference between sensation and perception, and how they are influenced by physical and psychological factors. Explore the concepts of absolute threshold, …

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132 Summary for Psychological Disorders

WEBPsychological disorders are conditions characterized by abnormal thoughts, feelings, and behaviours. Although challenging, it is essential for psychologists and mental health …

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72 What is Lifespan Development

WEBLearn how developmental psychologists study how humans change and grow across three domains: physical, cognitive, and psychosocial. Explore the issues of continuity and …

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39 Drugs and Altered Consciousness

WEBLearn about the effects of various categories of drugs on the body and the brain, such as stimulants, depressants, opiates, and hallucinogens. A(n) is a drug that causes …

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10 Why is Research Important

WEBLearn how scientific research helps us understand behaviour, cognitive and physiological processes, and how to critically evaluate research claims. Explore how research informs …

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104 Prejudice and Oppression

WEBLearn the definitions and examples of prejudice, stereotypes, and discrimination, and how they affect human conflict and diversity. Explore the causes and consequences of these …

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118 Review Questions for Stress and Health

WEBFind multiple choice and critical thinking questions about stress and health concepts, such as the Social Readjustment Rating Scale, Selye's general adaptation syndrome, and …

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108 Summary for Social Psychology

WEBThis web page provides a brief overview of the main topics and concepts in social psychology, such as the power of the situation, self-presentation, attitudes and …

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Summary of Memory – Introduction to Psychology & Neuroscience

WEBLearn about the functions, systems, and parts of the brain involved with memory, as well as the problems and strategies for enhancing memory. This chapter covers the basics of …

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The Science of Psychology

WEBThis chapter introduces the general scientific approach to understanding human behavior and distinguishes it from pseudoscience. It explains the features of science, such as …

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Hunger and Eating – Introduction to Psychology & Neuroscience

WEBLearn how hunger and eating are regulated by physiological mechanisms, such as hormones, neural signals, and hypothalamic circuits. Explore the health consequences …

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From Theory to Hypothesis

WEBLearn about phenomena, theories, and hypotheses in psychological research. A hypothesis is a prediction about a new phenomenon based on a theory, and a research method that …

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