Contents:

Introduction

Part 1: Core

Chapter 1: Biological approach to understanding behaviour • Introduction • Physiology and behaviour • Techniques used to study the brain in relation to behaviour • Localization • Neuroplasticity • Neurotransmitters and their effect on behaviour • Hormones and behaviour • Pheromones and behaviour • Genetics and behaviour • The role of animal research in understanding human behaviour

Chapter 2: Cognitive approach to understanding behaviour • Introduction and history • The multi-store model of memory • The working memory model • Long-term memory • Schema theory • Gregory’s top-down theory • Gibson’s bottom-up theory • Thinking and decision-making • Reliability of cognitive processes • Emotion and cognition • Cognitive processing in the digital world

Chapter 3: Sociocultural approach to understanding behaviour • Introduction • The individual and the group • Cultural origins of behaviour and cognition • Cultural influences on individual attitudes, identity and behaviours • The influence of globalization on behaviour

Chapter 4: Approaches to researching behaviour • Research methods • Scientific processes • Data analysis • Introduction to statistical testing
Part 2: Options

Chapter 5: Abnormal psychology • Introduction • Approaches to abnormality • Classification systems • Reliability and validity of diagnosis • Etiology of abnormal psychology • Treatments of mental disorders and their effectiveness

Chapter 6: Developmental psychology • Introduction • Influences on cognitive and social development • Developing an identity • Gender identity and social roles • Development of empathy and theory of mind • Developing as a learner

Chapter 7: Health psychology • Introduction • Determinants of health • Health problems • Promoting health

Chapter 8: Psychology of human relationships • Introduction • Formation of personal relationships • Role of communication in personal relationships • Explanations for why relationships change or end • Social responsibility • Group dynamics • Origins of conflict and conflict resolution

Chapter 9: Internal assessment • Experimental study

Glossary • References • Index

Description

Everything you need to navigate the IB Diploma Psychology course; ensure full coverage of the syllabus with a comprehensive guide to all the concepts, theories and research into approaches to understanding behaviour, presented with a cross-cultural focus for global thinkers.



Navigate your way seamlessly through the course with key studies and terms highlighted.

Apply new skills and knowledge to everyday life with topical news items (In the News) and case studies (Psychology in the real world).

Develop critical analysis skills with You are the researcher and Research in focus to draw out methodological issues from studies, while TOK links help you recognise debates and issues.

Assess your progress and learning with Strengthen your learning and Assessment check at the end of each chapter.