Arguments for the Existence of the Soul - Part I
Explore philosophical arguments for the soul's existence through inferences to best explanation, examining physicalist and dualist perspectives on the mind and potential evidence for the soul.
Introduction to Plato's Phaedo - Arguments for the Existence of the Soul, Part II
Explore arguments for the soul's existence, focusing on free will as a key defense. Delve into dualism vs. physicalism and examine consciousness, emotions, and creativity in machines.
The Badness of Death - Dying Alone and Value Theory - Lecture 16
Explores the concept of dying alone, challenges common beliefs about mortality, and introduces value theory to examine if death is inherently bad. Offers philosophical perspectives on confronting one's own mortality.
Evolution, Emotion, and Reason: Love - Guest Lecture
Explore psychological theories of love and attraction, including types of love, factors influencing attraction, and misattribution of arousal, in this guest lecture by Professor Peter Salovey.
Evolution and Rationality: An Evolutionary Perspective on Psychology
Explore how natural selection shapes human psychology, examining evolutionary perspectives on mental phenomena, instincts, and decision-making processes in this insightful lecture on the origins of human behavior.
What Motivates Us - Sex and Gender Differences in Psychology
Explore evolutionary theories and psychological studies on sex and gender differences, attraction, mate preferences, and sexual orientation in this insightful psychology lecture.
Social Psychology, Sleep, and Laughter - Forming Impressions and Exploring Mysteries
Explore social psychology, impression formation, stereotypes, sleep, dreams, and laughter in this engaging lecture on human behavior and cognitive processes.
Personal Identity: Body Theory and Personality Theory - Part II
Explores philosophical theories of personal identity: body view and personality view. Examines implications of equating identity with physical body or unique set of beliefs, memories, and goals.
Language, Perception, Attention, and Memory in Psychology - Lecture 7
Explore language, perception, attention, and memory in psychology. Discover animal communication, visual illusions, and the interplay between cognitive processes in this engaging lecture.
Mental Illness: Understanding Mood Disorders - Part 1
Explore mood disorders, diagnostic criteria, and treatment approaches in clinical psychology, focusing on depression and bipolar disorder with insights from a Yale expert.
Foundations of Psychology - Sigmund Freud's Theories and Contributions
Explore Freud's theories, including unconscious motivation, personality development, and psychoanalysis, while examining their limitations and lasting impact on modern psychology.
Hemingway's In Our Time: Analysis of Expressivity and Emotional Resilience - Part 2
Explore Hemingway's "In Our Time" through analytical frameworks, examining expressivity, substitution, and emotional resilience in his unique blend of tragedy and comedy.
Foundations of Behaviorism - B.F. Skinner and Learning Theories - Lecture 4
Explore behaviorism, learning types, and Skinner's work in psychology. Understand classical and operant conditioning, and examine critiques of behaviorist theory in human mental processes.
Evolution, Emotion, and Reason: Emotions - Part II
Explore evolutionary explanations for emotional responses like parental love, gratitude, spite, and cultural differences in revenge, examining their role in social interactions and cooperation.
Why Are People Different? Understanding Personality and Intelligence - Lecture 13
Explore theories on personality and intelligence differences, including measurement methods, genetic and environmental influences, and their impact on individual and group variations.
Mental Illness - Understanding Psychopathology and Clinical Diagnoses - Part 2
Explore mental illnesses including schizophrenia, anxiety, dissociative identity, and personality disorders. Learn about diagnosis methods and get a brief introduction to therapy approaches.
Foundations of Psychology - This Is Your Brain
Explore the relationship between mind and body, examining dualism vs. materialism, and delve into basic neurophysiology and brain structure in this engaging psychology lecture.
The Sovereign State - Hobbes' Leviathan and the State of Nature
Explore Hobbes' Leviathan: state of nature, individuality, human nature, and laws of reason. Gain insights into political philosophy and the foundations of sovereign power.
The Brain Stress Test
Explore innovative neuroimaging techniques for assessing brain health and function, focusing on advanced methods to detect early signs of cerebrovascular disease and cognitive decline.
Lesson 7d: How to Diagnose Dyslexia
Learn about the diagnostic process for dyslexia, including key indicators, assessment tools, and professional evaluations to identify this learning difference accurately.
Child Development: How Does a Child Make Progress? - Lesson 7b
Explore the developmental journey of children, examining key factors and milestones that contribute to their growth and advancement.