PSYC 110 Week 8 Final Project

Student Name

Chamberlain University

PSYC-110: Psychology

Prof. Name:

Date

Introduction

Over the past eight weeks, I have gained foundational knowledge in psychology. My understanding of human behavior and mental disorders has significantly improved compared to my prior knowledge before taking this course. This presentation serves as a summary of what I have learned during this time. I have selected what I consider to be the most important aspects of each topic and applied them to the presentation. It highlights my comprehension and the key takeaways from each course outcome.

Human Behavior

Time Period	Key Developments	Details
1900s	Theoretical Perspectives	– John B. Watson was the first major psychologist in the 1920s to use the behavioral approach (Feldman, 2019). – Watson believed behavior could be understood by studying environmental influences and how they affect human actions.
2000s	Nature vs. Nurture	– Human behavior today is analyzed through the lens of nature versus nurture. – Developmental experiences and environmental factors are used to explain behavioral outcomes, including violence and mass shootings.

Consciousness

Time Period	Key Developments	Details
1900s	Sensation and Perception	– Sigmund Freud explored dreams to understand the unconscious mind (Feldman, 2019). – Freud’s book The Interpretation of Dreams provided insights into how the unconscious mind perceives the world (Freud, 1900).
2000s	Subconscious Analysis	– Dreams are currently used to understand subconscious issues and internal conflicts. – Freud’s concepts assist in interpreting the meanings of dreams and their connection to emotions and memories.

Stress

Time Period	Key Developments	Details
1900s	Impact of War	– Shell shock was a condition observed in soldiers during World War I. – It rendered many veterans unable to function due to extreme stress and trauma (Jones, 2012).
2000s	Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder	– Shell shock has evolved into what is now recognized as PTSD. – Around 10–18% of soldiers returning home are affected by PTSD, with the U.S. spending approximately $3 million on treatment annually (Feldman, 2019). – PTSD can lead to severe consequences, such as suicide.

References

Feldman, R. S. (2019). Understanding psychology. New York, NY: McGraw-Hill Education.

Freud, S. (1995). The interpretation of dreams (1900-1901). London: Hogarth Press.

John B. Watson. (n.d.). Retrieved from https://hberglund210.weebly.com/john-b-watson.html