This week, we're starting our discussion of Mythical Creatures with the WORST creatures. Monsters. What makes a monster monstrous though? Mike Rugnetta will guide you through the fine line between a magical creature and a monster....

The advice "Just Say No" may not always work, but knowing the psychology behind peer pressure can help you maintain control when you’re experiencing it.

So how do we apply the scientific method to psychological research? Lots of ways, but today Hank talks about case studies, naturalistic observation, surveys and interviews, and experimentation. Also he covers different kinds of...

Psychology research can be tricky, because brains are complicated. But does that mean it isn't a science?

What does Psychology mean? Where does it come from? Hank gives you a 10 minute intro to one of the more tricky sciences and talks about some of the big names in the development of the field. Welcome to Crash Course Psychology!!!

What makes you… you? How did you get to be that way? Today we’re talking about social development, starting with the role of nature and nurture in influencing a person’s development. We’ll discuss socialization, the importance of care &...

The San Diego Zoo surprised the bears with the snow day, and they sure look like they're having a blast.

Dr. Robin Stern outlines how to recognize when a relationship has become emotionally manipulative and potentially gaslighting. She lists common warning signs from her book, including: constant self-doubt, frequent apologies, confusion...

How does reinforcement learning help AI systems learn from rewards and mistakes? Watch this episode of "AI" to explore how this technique shapes intelligent behavior.

I'm a doctor. My father is a doctor. My colleagues are doctors, the people I train are doctors, lots and lots of my friends are doctors. But that doesn't meant that doctors sometimes aren't blind to certain issues like their own...

Last week we started our deep dive into the RAND Corporation’s comprehensive report on early childhood programs. We talked about how they’re defined, and how they’re targeted. Great. But do they work? What are the outcomes they improve?...

The greater bulldog bat lives in Central and South America where it uses its enormous feet to catch fish right out of the water.

Pseudoscorpions are not actually scorpions, but a completely different type of arachnid with little claws, but no stinging tail. These tiny guys eat dust mites and other household pests while being some of nature’s most bizarre...

There are a number of factors that constitute a culture—manners, mind-set, rituals, laws, ideas, and language, to name a few. External factors that also comprise a culture include religious beliefs, arts, customs, beliefs, ceremonies,...

Carl Hart, a professor of psychology and psychiatry at Columbia University, studies how drugs affect the brain and behavior. His research focuses on debunking common myths about drugs, such as the false belief that substances like crack...

This video explores the similarities between the behavior of mice in a Skinner box and our scrolling habits on social media. It highlights how the repetitive behavior of seeking rewards through scrolling can lead to excessive time spent...

This video explains the concept of trolling in online behavior, likening it to fishing with bait to provoke and upset others. Trolls seek negative social rewards by causing mischief and watching others react. The key to dealing with...

Social Emotional Learning My Well-Being_ How to Handle a Bully V1-0005

The strategies outlined in the video focus on the power of group intervention in combating bullying. By fostering a community that does not tolerate bullying...

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This video provides guidance on how to effectively respond to bullying by emphasizing the importance of not fighting back or accepting the behavior. It...

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This video provides valuable insights on recognizing different forms of bullying, including physical, verbal, social, and cyberbullying. It emphasizes the...

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This video explores the definition of bullying, why it happens, and the underlying reasons behind a bully's behavior. It emphasizes the importance of...

Science Kids Birds and Bird Migration V1-0002

Birds migrate to secure vital resources like food and shelter, with those in the Northern Hemisphere moving north in spring for abundant food and nesting opportunities, then heading...

Howcast - You're not exactly sure when that nerd in Accounting started thinking it would be okay to drop by your cubicle 15 times a day, but—Oh, no!—here he comes again!

Howcast - Teaching your dog to heel will make walks more fun and relaxing for both of you.