Welcome to Ms. Leahy's Psychology Page - AP Psychology Test 5/4/15
This website will provide you with the information and resources you will need to be successful in your psychology course. Remember psychology is a science and it is hoped that knowledge of psychological inquiry will provide students with a way of perceiving aspects of and an appreciation of the complexity of human behavior.
Check out the Chapter Notes section for more resources on preparing for the AP Test on May 5th 2014
12 Tips for Getting into the College of Your Choice
Check out the following articles for college tips The Department of Psychology is consistently ranked as a top department in the nation because of the excellence of our faculty, students and programs. Our faculty are recognized nationally and internationally for their contributions to the creation of new scientific knowledge in psychology. Our undergraduate and graduate programs are recognized for pioneering contributions in classroom and research education, as well as innovative experiential learning. The department has been recognized for decades as one of the most distinguished and productive departments of psychology in the world.
Psychology Program HighlightIn 2012-2013, over 3,564 students were enrolled in lecture classes in Psychology. We serve approximately 802 undergraduate majors and 400 minors. Understanding and participating in research are key components of the undergraduate and graduate training programs.
Psychology Program HighlightPsychology at UMass is the theoretical and applied study of the biological, cognitive, developmental, and social bases of behavior. They take pride in their teaching and clinical training, they also conduct advanced research, and provide support services to the community.
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Resolutions, Commitments, And All That Jazz....Happy New Year
As the new year begins do you have any resolutions? Have your past resolutions been successful? The following article outlines why some of the most common resolutions fail and how we can prevent that. Resolutions Article The Neuroscience of Relationship Breakups
An unexpected and unwanted breakup can cause considerable psychological distress. People report feeling as if they have been kicked in the stomach or blindsided and knocked down. Feelings of rejection and self-doubt are common, as is the feeling of being stuck and unable to let go, even when one wants to. Friends and family may push the person to get over it and move on, yet brain research suggests this can be very difficult to do, at least in the first few months. Check out the rest of the article Breakups and the Brain Blocking Blue Light Helps Sleep?All that exposure to cell phones, television, and other electronics could be destroying your sleep. Check on the Psychology Today article below to see what you can do to get a better nights rest.
Sleep Better Psych Today ArticleBeing positive is an integral part of a happy lifestyle. Check out the article below from Psych Today.
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