Introducing Psychology:

Book ref:- http://download.nos.org/srsec328newE/328EL1.pdf

Psychology in everyday life:

https://www.verywellmind.com/ways-psychology-can-help-live-a-better-life-2795615

Major Psycological perspective:

Book ref:- http://download.nos.org/srsec328newE/328EL1.pdf

What�s My Favorite Psychological Theory?

Psychotherapists are trained in all the major psychological models and typically
integrate several approaches when working with a given client. Consequently, as
part of their training, they become skilled in using specific interventions derived
from different theoretical models. In this quiz, I�ve taken prototypical phrases
from each of the major perspectives that a therapist might use with a given client.
See how well you can match the phrase with the theory:

HUM= humanistic BEH= behavioral BIO= biological COG= cognitive (or cognitive-
behavioral) PSY= psychodynamic

How does it make you feel when your parents say they expect you to do well in
school?
Tell me your earliest childhood memory.
I want you to try relaxing as much as possible. Now imagine you are in that
situation again.
When I say the word �mother,� what comes to your mind?
We�ll begin with a low dose of Paxil, then we�ll see how you�re doing.
You�re making real progress. Next week try going for 30 minutes at a time
without having a cigarette.
You would feel a lot better if you could stop telling yourself you should be
happier.
Why do you feel that everyone you meet has to like you? What would happen if
someone didn�t like you?
What kinds of activities do you find enjoyable? What kind of activities make
you sad?
If you want to feel better you have to WANT to change.
Since you didn�t respond to medications we are going to have to try a procedure
known as electroconvulsive therapy. You will see that after a few treatments,
you�ll feel much less depressed.
Take a deep breath and relax when you think about getting closer to the
situation you fear.
I�d like to talk about what�s on your mind, but first we should discuss why you
were 15 minutes late for today�s session
The next time you feel afraid to get into an elevator, take a deep breath and
try very hard to relax.
Your symptoms seem to be responding to the medications, but to be on the safe
side, we�ll keep you on them another week or two.

Answers:
1.hum
2.psy
3.beh
4.psy
5.bio
6.beh
7.cog
8.cog
9.beh
 10.hum
11.bio
12.beh
13.psy
14.beh
15.bio

Human Psychology:

Biopsychology and consiciousness:

Slideshow:- https://www.slideshare.net/HelpingPsychology/an-introduction-to-
biopsychology
Also the images

Sensation and perception:

Sensation: Your visual sensors (retinas) �see� a furry face and moving tail.

Perception: Your �brain� interprets your sensations, to recognize a happy dog.

Sensation: Your hearing senses detect a loud rumble coming from a distance.

Perception: Your brain remembers this sound as a rumble of thunder.

Sensation: Your skin receptors �feel� an intense, sharp sensation on the bottom of
your foot.

Perception: The brain interprets pain, signals to �move the foot,� and visualizes a
tack or nail.

Sensation: Your smell receptors detect molecules of a particular olfactory

characteristic.

Perception: Your brain recognizes �recognizes� the aroma of apple pie in the oven.

Sensation: Your taste buds register a bitter sensation coming from a food source.

Perception: Your brain signals rejection of the bad-tasting �onion� as you spit it
out.

These are the 5 main bodily senses that process incoming stimuli. Some suggest that
kinesthetics (movement) and proprioception (location of self/limbs in space) are
additional sensations.

For more examples: link:- https://brainalchemist.com/2010/09/02/sensation-and-

perception-12-examples-of-how-physical-experiences-influence-our-attitude-and-
judgment/

Thinking, Intelligence, and Memory:

link:-
https://online.columbiasouthern.edu/csu_content/courses/general_studies/psy/psy1010
/11j/unitv.pdf

Social and Personality psychology:

link:- http://spsp.org/about/what-socialpersonality-psychology
http://spsp.org/resources/multimedia/experts/social/intro
Rorschach Inkblot Test:
The Rorschach Inkblot test was not originally intended to be a projective measure
of personality. Instead, it was meant to produce a profile of people with
schizophrenia (or other mental disorders) based upon score frequencies. Rorschach
himself was skeptical of his test being used as a projective measure.

The Rorschach is, at its most basic level, a problem-solving task that provides a
picture of the psychology of the person taking it, and some level of understanding
the person�s past and future behavior. Imagination is involved most often in the
embellishment of a response, but the basic process of the task has little to do
with imagination or creativity.
More details:- https://www.verywellmind.com/what-is-the-rorschach-inkblot-test-
2795806
Online test link:- https://openpsychometrics.org/tests/HEMCR/

Emotional Intelligence Introduction:

Drawing from several different sources, a simple definition of emotional
intelligence (also called the Emotional Quotient, or EQ) describes an ability to
monitor your own emotions as well as the emotions of others, to distinguish between
and label different emotions correctly, and to use emotional information to guide
your thinking and behavior and influence that of others (Goleman, 1995; Mayer &
Salovey, 1990).

Emotional intelligence is what we use when we empathize with our coworkers, have
deep conversations about our relationships with significant others, and attempt to
manage an unruly or distraught child. It allows us to connect with others,
understand ourselves better, and live a more authentic, healthy, and happy life.

The Framework of Emotional Intelligence:

*5 Components of EQ
According to Daniel Goleman, there are five components or elements of emotional
intelligence:

Self-Awareness;
Self-Regulation;
Motivation;
Empathy;
Social Skills.

Self-Awareness:
Emotional awareness: recognizing one�s emotions and their effects;
Accurate self-assessment: knowing one�s strengths and limits;
Self-confidence: sureness about one�s self-worth and capabilities.
Self-Regulation:
Self-control: managing disruptive emotions and impulses;
Trustworthiness: maintaining standards of honesty and integrity;
Conscientiousness: taking responsibility for personal performance;
Adaptability: flexibility in handling change;
Innovativeness: being comfortable with and open to novel ideas and new
information.
Self-Motivation:
Achievement drive: striving to improve or meet a standard of excellence;
Commitment: aligning with the goals of the group or organization;
Initiative: readiness to act on opportunities;
Optimism: persistence in pursuing goals despite obstacles and setbacks.
Empathy/Social Awareness:
Empathy: sensing others� feelings and perspective, and taking an active
interest in their concerns;
Service orientation: anticipating, recognizing, and meeting customers�
needs;
Developing others: sensing what others need in order to develop, and
bolstering their abilities;
Leveraging diversity: cultivating opportunities through diverse people;
Political awareness: reading a group�s emotional currents and power
relationships.
Social Skills:
Influence: wielding effective tactics for persuasion.
Communication: sending clear and convincing messages.
Leadership: inspiring and guiding groups and people.
Change catalyst: initiating or managing change.
Conflict management: negotiating and resolving disagreements.
Building bonds: nurturing instrumental relationships.
Collaboration and cooperation: working with others toward shared goals (see
emotional intelligence in the workplace).
Team capabilities: creating group synergy in pursuing collective goals
(Goleman, 1998).

*4 Dimensions of EQ:
According to EQ �founding fathers� Salovey and Mayer, there are four distinct
dimensions or branches of emotional intelligence that form a hierarchy of emotional
skills and abilities:

Perceiving emotion;
Using emotions to facilitate thought;
Understanding emotions;
Managing emotions.

High and low EQ:

Characteristics of Emotional Intelligence: 29 Examples and of High and Low
Emotional Intelligence
There are many characteristics that can be used to describe people high and low in
emotional intelligence.

Why is it Important to Develop Emotional Intelligence Skills?

Being able to understand your emotions is fundamental to understanding what will
lead you to flourish and become more high-functioning. That�s because as humans, we
tend to be highly emotional and social creatures.
*Emotional Intelligence for the Positive Psychology Practitioner
*Self-Management and Relationship Management
*Emotional Intelligence in the Workplace
*Emotional Intelligence and Communication
*Emotional Intelligence in Relationships
*Building Resilience with Emotional Intelligence

EQ tests:
Four Self-Assessment Tools

If you�re interested in improving your emotional intelligence, it�s a good idea to

start with an assessment. In addition to the EQ scales listed above, here are four
helpful tools for measuring EQ suggested by the Harvard Extension School blog:

Psychology Today 146-question assessment;

Mind Tools 15-question assessment;
Institute for Health and Human Potential 17-question assessment;
Talent Smart 28-question assessment.
link:- https://positivepsychology.com/emotional-intelligence-eq/

*Emotional Intelligence in Nursing and Health Care