Psychology is the study of mind and behaviour. AQA (A) AS Psychology explores how and why we behave in different contexts. Psychology is a very diverse subject, so the course also aims to give an overview of the range of approaches taken in research.
In Unit 1 three topics are taught:
• Cognitive Psychology, including memory & eyewitness testimony;
• Developmental Psychology including infant attachment and child care;
• Research Methods in psychology.
• In Unit 2 three topics are taught:
• Biological Psychology including stress and managing stress;
• Social psychology including conformity, obedience and independence;
• Individual Differences including abnormality, approaches and therapies.