Developmental Psychology
Vygotsky's Zone of Proximal Development
January 31st, 2025
Vygotsky’s Zone of Proximal Development (ZPD) is the gap between what a learner can do alone and what they can achieve with guidance or support.
Mapping the Mind: Where Psychology Meets Insight
Exploring the twists and turns of human behavior, breaking down thoughts, emotions, and actions, while connecting the dots in the world of psychology.
Personality Psychology
How personality develops, influences actions, and remains consistent or changes over time.
Perceptual Psychology
How individuals interpret and make sense of sensory information from stimuli in the environment.
Cognitive Psychology
Determine the properties and mechanisms of the mind, such as attention, memory, imagery, language and thinking.
Developmental Psychology
How individuals grow and change physically, cognitively, emotionally, and socially throughout life, influenced by factors like genetics, environment, and culture.
Social Psychology
How individuals think, feel, and behave within a social context involves key aspects like social perception, social influence, and social relations.
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Personality Psychology
Are You an Introvert? 8 Signs to Recognize It
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Signs of an Introvert. 1. Needing Time Alone to Recharge 2. Preferring Meaningful Interactions 3. Processing Thoughts Internally 4. Sensitivity to Stimuli 5. Gravitating Toward Solitary Activities 6. High Levels of Self-Awareness 7. Preference for Deep Focus 8. Tendency to Avoid Conflict
Cognitive Psychology
Sensory Memory: How Our Senses Shape Every Moment
January 20th, 2025
Sensory memory refers to the brief and automatic retention of sensory information from the environment, including sight, hearing, smell, taste, and touch.