Comprehensive overview of key concepts in psychology, focusing on various non-Freudian and Freudian perspectives to understand human behavior, cognition, and emotion. Through discussions, readings, and activities, students will delve into the diverse theoretical frameworks that shape contemporary psychological research and practice. Some of these topics include: - Behaviorism: - Cognitive Psychology: - Humanistic Psychology: - Biological Psychology: Genetics, neuroscience, and brain-behavior relationships, Biological bases of behavior, emotions, and mental disorders - Sociocultural Psychology: - Evolutionary Psychology: Controversial Topics: - Nature vs. nurture debates in understanding behavior and mental processes