In this video I provide a comprehensive overview of the many subfields of psychology and how these fit together to provide a deeper understanding of the complexity of human thought and behavior. These include units on history and early approaches, … Read More
Stages of Sleep
In this video I introduce the different stages of sleep and the brain waves associated with each. NREM Stages 1 and 2 are characterized by theta waves, while NREM Stage 3 slow-wave sleep is associated with delta waves. REM sleep … Read More
The Circadian Rhythm
In this video we’ll consider a different state of consciousness that occurs during sleep. Our pattern of wakefulness and drowsiness varies throughout the course of the day and this is known as our circadian rhythm. This cycle is influenced by … Read More
Freud’s Personality Structure
Freud proposed a structural organization of personality with three main components; the id, the ego, and the superego. The id was the raw animal drives of the personality. These included drives for food, sex, and aggression, which were driven by … Read More