Chapter 1: Introduction to Biological Psychology

Learning Objectives

  • Learn how the field of biological psychology is defined and identify some of the major branches in the field
  • Understand the scientific method that is used to study the brain and behavior
  • Know experimental and research terms, such as hypothesis, theory, independent variable, dependent variable, random assignment, replication
  • Differentiate basic and applied research
  • Learn about the payoffs of biological psychology, such as healing the brain and guiding artificial intelligence
  • Understand and think about how and why research in biopsychology is performed on animals and the ethical principles that guides animal research
  • Recognize the value of diversity in the field of biological psychology
  • Get an overview of the contents of book

 

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