PSH U116 - Introduction to Psychology:Fundamental Issues

Institution:

Northeastern University

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Description:

Seeks to answer the question, "what is psychology " The science of psychology is defined as the study of behavior and mental processes. Students explore the fundamental principles and issues of contemporary scientific psychology, which are approached as a method of inquiry as well as a body of knowledge. This course provides an overview and integration of the many and diverse approaches to the study of behavior and mental processes and gives students the basis for more advanced study in the disciplines of psychology. Students examine the origins and methods of psychology, biological foundations, consciousness, cognition and language, and learning and memory.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.northeastern.edu

Phone Number:

(617) 373-2000

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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