The Anatomy of the Brain
Thursday February 24, 2011
If you are studying biopsychology, physiological psychology, or behavioral neuroscience this semester, it might be a good idea to familiarize yourself with the basic structure of the human brain. ... Read More
Psychology Apps for your iPhone, iPad or iPod Touch
Wednesday February 23, 2011
I recently upgraded to an iPhone, so I'm always on the lookout for interesting psychology-related apps. Michael Britt, creator of the wonderful website and podcast The Psych Files recently sent ... Read More
Tips for Writing an AP
Tuesday February 22, 2011
An APA format bibliography is an alphabetical listing of all sources that might be used to write a paper, essay, article or research paper. In some cases, your instructor may ... Read More
Industrial-Organizational Psychology Ranks as One of the Fastest Growing Careers
Monday February 21, 2011
Dawn Rosenberg McKay, black-rose-bielefeld.de's Guide to Career Planning, reports that industrial-organizational psychology ranks as one of the top ten fastest growing jobs with a master's degree or higher. According to ... Read More
Aversion Therapy - Psychology Definition of the Week
Friday February 18, 2011
Definition:Aversion therapy is a form of treatment that utilizes behavioral principles to eliminate unwanted behavior. In this therapeutic method, the unwanted stimulus is repeatedly paired with discomfort. The goal of ... Read More
What Is the Average Psychology Salary?
Thursday February 17, 2011
Have you ever wondered what the average salary is in the field of psychology? Whether you are still exploring different psychology careers or are interested in moving into a more ... Read More
Tips for Writing a Psychology Research Paper
Wednesday February 16, 2011
Are you working on a psychology research paper this semester? Whether or not this is your first research paper, the entire process can seem a bit overwhelming at first. Knowing ... Read More
Have You Considered a Career as an Experimental Psychologist?
Tuesday February 15, 2011
Do you enjoy researching human behavior? If you have a passion for solving problems or exploring theoretical questions, you might also have a strong interest in a career as an ... Read More
Quiz - What's Your Romantic Attachment Style?
Monday February 14, 2011
Attachment is a special emotional relationship that involves an exchange of comfort, care, and pleasure. Researcher John Bowlby described attachment as an emotional bond that impacts behavior "from the ... Read More
Long-Term Memory - Psychology Definition of the Week
Friday February 11, 2011
Definition: Long-term memory refers to the continuing storage of information. Some of this information is fairly easy to recall, while other memories are much more difficult to access. Through the ... Read More
Last Minute Valentine's Day Shoppers Pay More to Avoid Fights
Thursday February 10, 2011
With Valentine's day rapidly approaching, you might have several romantic gift ideas in mind. But what happens when February 14 rolls around and you still haven't found a gift? According ... Read More
Theories of Love
Wednesday February 9, 2011
In one survey of marriage attitudes, people described love as mystical, mysterious and lasting. Throughout history, poets, writers, artists, philosophers and scientists have attempted to conceptualize love. Of course, while ... Read More
FAQ About Bachelor's Degrees in Psychology
Monday February 7, 2011
Earning a bachelor's degree in psychology can be a great way to learn more about the human mind and behavior. The degree can also prepare you for further graduate study ... Read More
Algorithm - Psychology Definition of the Week
Friday February 4, 2011
Definition: In mathematics, an algorithm is a defined set of step-by-step procedures that provides the correct answer to a particular problem. By following the instructions correctly, you are guaranteed to ... Read More
Eight Major Theories of Leadership
Thursday February 3, 2011
How do people become leaders? Leadership is a topic of interest in social psychology and there are a number of theories that attempt to explain different aspects of leadership. Do ... Read More