Introduction to Psychology

This course introduces students to the fundamental principles of psychology and the major subjects of psychological inquiry. It will provide students with the tools necessary to study psychology and presents a sampling of the major areas of psychology research. We begin with a short overview of psychology’s development as an academic discipline and then review the principal methodologies most commonly deployed in its study. The units are arranged around broad areas of research, including emotion, development, memory, and psychopathology. We will focus on well-substantiated research and current trends within these categories.