Professor
Qamar Rehman Sahab
Prepared By
Muhammad Umair Raza
03035799972
Govet . Graduate College 18 Hazari Jhang
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,Psychology stands in close connection with literary studies as literature reflects human
conscious and unconscious as well as a crystallization of the collective conscious of a given
culture. The course is designed to give students an insight into the basic concepts and debates
in the discipline of psychology which may help them furnish a better understanding of their
core discipline of literature. The course will enable the students to understand the
relationship between psychology and literature
To describe major areas of psychology, and identify the parameters of this discipline. To
Definition, applied fields, and goals of psychology The rise of psychology as a science Major
trends in the development of psychology Research methods in psychology (observation,
experiment, survey) Biological Basis of Behavior Neural structure and synaptic transmission
Structure and functions of nervous system Endocrine system Sensation, Perception and
Attention Sensory processing Vision and Audition Nature, factor and types of perception Laws
of perceptual organization, Attentional processes and models Learning and Behavior
Theories and process of learning, Classical Conditioning, Operant conditioning, Congnitive
learning, Observational learning Memory, Types of memory, Memory processes, Models of
memory and Forgetting, Motivation and Emotion, Definition and type of motives, Basic
emotions and culture, Theories and functions of emotions Personality , Definition and
assessment of Intellegence , Definition and Theories of intelligence, The origin of
intelligence, testing IQ testing , Abnormal Behavior and Treatment ,Nature and causes of
mental disorders, Brief introduction to treatment approaches Social Psychology, Attitudes
and their formation Prejudice, Social influence and group dynamics distinguish the major
perspectives on human thought and behavior.To appreciate the variety of ways psychological
data are gathered and evaluated.To explore the ways that psychological theories are used to
describe, understand, predict and control or modify behavior.
Introduction to Psychology, Open University Press, (2013).D.G Myers
Foundations of Psychology, Thomson Learning, (2010).Nicky Hayes
Atkinson & Hilgard's Introduction to Psychology, Thompson Publishers, (2003) .GR Smith,
E.E., Nolen-Hoeksema, S., Fredrickson, B., Loftus
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Psychology
Psychology is the scientific study of the mind and behavior. It encompasses a wide range of
topics including how people think, feel, and act. It seeks to understand individuals and groups
by establishing general principles and researching specific cases.
Modern Definition: Psychology is the scientific study of mind and behavior. It involves the
exploration of how we perceive, think, remember, learn, and how our behaviors are influenced
by physical, mental, and environmental factors.
Behaviorist Perspective: John B. Watson, a proponent of behaviorism, defined
psychology as the scientific study of observable behavior. He believed that behaviors can be
measured, trained, and changed.
Psychoanalytic Perspective: Sigmund Freud, the founder of psychoanalysis, viewed
psychology as the study of the unconscious mind. He proposed that human behavior is
influenced by unconscious drives and conflicts.
Cognitive Perspective: This approach defines psychology as the study of mental
processes such as "attention, language use, perception, problem-solving, creativity, and
thinking."
Biological Perspective: From this viewpoint, psychology is the study of the physiological
bases of behavior. It focuses on the brain and the nervous system as important in
understanding behavior, thought, and emotion.
Plato's Definition
Plato, the ancient Greek philosopher, perceived psychology as the study of the soul (psyche).
He believed that the soul was responsible for mental processes and moral reasoning, and it
was the essence of a person's identity.
Aristotle's Definition
Aristotle, a student of Plato, also focused on the soul but offered a more empirical approach.
He saw the soul as the 'entelechy' (perfect realization) of a living being, emphasizing its role in
life processes, sensation, and mental function. For Aristotle, psychology was about
understanding the 'psyche' as the principle of life.
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Qamar Rehman Sahab
Prepared By
Muhammad Umair Raza
03035799972
Govet . Graduate College 18 Hazari Jhang
Umair Photo State And Job Information Center 03035799972 Page 1
, 04-13
13-18
18-28
25-33
33-38
38-45
45-53
53-56
56-61
l ogy 61-64
Umair Photo State And Job Information Center 03035799972 Page 2
,Psychology stands in close connection with literary studies as literature reflects human
conscious and unconscious as well as a crystallization of the collective conscious of a given
culture. The course is designed to give students an insight into the basic concepts and debates
in the discipline of psychology which may help them furnish a better understanding of their
core discipline of literature. The course will enable the students to understand the
relationship between psychology and literature
To describe major areas of psychology, and identify the parameters of this discipline. To
Definition, applied fields, and goals of psychology The rise of psychology as a science Major
trends in the development of psychology Research methods in psychology (observation,
experiment, survey) Biological Basis of Behavior Neural structure and synaptic transmission
Structure and functions of nervous system Endocrine system Sensation, Perception and
Attention Sensory processing Vision and Audition Nature, factor and types of perception Laws
of perceptual organization, Attentional processes and models Learning and Behavior
Theories and process of learning, Classical Conditioning, Operant conditioning, Congnitive
learning, Observational learning Memory, Types of memory, Memory processes, Models of
memory and Forgetting, Motivation and Emotion, Definition and type of motives, Basic
emotions and culture, Theories and functions of emotions Personality , Definition and
assessment of Intellegence , Definition and Theories of intelligence, The origin of
intelligence, testing IQ testing , Abnormal Behavior and Treatment ,Nature and causes of
mental disorders, Brief introduction to treatment approaches Social Psychology, Attitudes
and their formation Prejudice, Social influence and group dynamics distinguish the major
perspectives on human thought and behavior.To appreciate the variety of ways psychological
data are gathered and evaluated.To explore the ways that psychological theories are used to
describe, understand, predict and control or modify behavior.
Introduction to Psychology, Open University Press, (2013).D.G Myers
Foundations of Psychology, Thomson Learning, (2010).Nicky Hayes
Atkinson & Hilgard's Introduction to Psychology, Thompson Publishers, (2003) .GR Smith,
E.E., Nolen-Hoeksema, S., Fredrickson, B., Loftus
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, Chapter No 1
Psychology
Psychology is the scientific study of the mind and behavior. It encompasses a wide range of
topics including how people think, feel, and act. It seeks to understand individuals and groups
by establishing general principles and researching specific cases.
Modern Definition: Psychology is the scientific study of mind and behavior. It involves the
exploration of how we perceive, think, remember, learn, and how our behaviors are influenced
by physical, mental, and environmental factors.
Behaviorist Perspective: John B. Watson, a proponent of behaviorism, defined
psychology as the scientific study of observable behavior. He believed that behaviors can be
measured, trained, and changed.
Psychoanalytic Perspective: Sigmund Freud, the founder of psychoanalysis, viewed
psychology as the study of the unconscious mind. He proposed that human behavior is
influenced by unconscious drives and conflicts.
Cognitive Perspective: This approach defines psychology as the study of mental
processes such as "attention, language use, perception, problem-solving, creativity, and
thinking."
Biological Perspective: From this viewpoint, psychology is the study of the physiological
bases of behavior. It focuses on the brain and the nervous system as important in
understanding behavior, thought, and emotion.
Plato's Definition
Plato, the ancient Greek philosopher, perceived psychology as the study of the soul (psyche).
He believed that the soul was responsible for mental processes and moral reasoning, and it
was the essence of a person's identity.
Aristotle's Definition
Aristotle, a student of Plato, also focused on the soul but offered a more empirical approach.
He saw the soul as the 'entelechy' (perfect realization) of a living being, emphasizing its role in
life processes, sensation, and mental function. For Aristotle, psychology was about
understanding the 'psyche' as the principle of life.
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