Die Anmeldung beginnt erst am 02.10.2026 um 08:00 Uhr. Sie endet am 12.10.2026 um 23:59 Uhr.

You will register automatically for this course if you register for one of the following courses:
Introduction to the discipline: Psychology - Group B (Thies Lüdtke),
Introduction to the discipline: Psychology - Group A (Steffen Hilpisch),
Introduction to the discipline: Psychology - Group C (Thies Lüdtke)

Psychology is the scientific study of mind and behavior. As a discipline, it seeks to understand how humans and other animals perceive, think, feel, and act—ranging from basic neural processes to complex social interactions. Psychology is often described as a hub science because it connects and overlaps with numerous other fields, including biology, neuroscience, medicine, sociology, anthropology, and education. Insights from psychology help inform these disciplines, while also benefiting from their methods and discoveries.

This course introduces students to the central concepts, findings, and debates within psychology. It will begin with an overview of the science of psychology and the scientific method, highlighting how psychological knowledge is built through empirical research. From there, we will examine the genetic and evolutionary roots of behavior, the basic building blocks of perception and consciousness, and the processes of learning, memory, thinking, and intelligence. Students will also explore topics related to motivation and emotion, as well as the patterns of growth and change emphasized in developmental psychology. The course will then turn to the study of social psychology and personality, before addressing the nature of mental disorders and their treatment. By engaging with these topics, students will gain a broad understanding of the major perspectives, methods, and applications of contemporary psychology.

By the end of the course, students should be able to:
- Understand and explain the basic concepts, methods, and theoretical perspectives in psychology.
- Recognize the biological, cognitive, social, and developmental bases of behavior.
-Apply psychological principles to real-world issues and personal experience.
- Develop critical thinking skills for evaluating psychological research and claims.

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