Curated Video
Why Study Psychology
In this video, we will explore eight reasons to study psychology.
Neuro Transmissions
Can Humans Get High On Catnip?
How does catnip get cats high? And can catnip get humans high? Also, wanna see our cats react to catnip? All this and more with Alie making a cat video this time! And if you stick around, you’ll get to see how our cats, Bill and Loki,...
Curated Video
Capgras Delusion (Impostor Syndrome): Bizarre Neurological Disorder
Capgras Delusion or Impostor Syndrome.is a type of Delusion of Misidentification Syndromes, in which the patient believes that a parent, child, sibling, or a friend has been replaced by an identical imposter. Multiple sclerosis, Paranoid...
Professor Dave Explains
Research Methods of Biopsychology
With some information regarding the organization of neurons and neural pathways, we are ready to start getting into some deeper topics. But before we do that, it will be useful to get a general sense of precisely how we learn about the...
Curated Video
Emotions and the Brain: What is the limbic system?
The limbic system is the term for various parts of the brain involved in emotions such as fear, aggression, and attraction, and behaviors related to these emotions, as well as memory, learning, and senses. The four important parts of the...
Catalyst University
Circuit of Papez | Functions and Structure
In this video, we discuss the function and structure of the Circuit of Papez, a neural circuit involved in episodic memory consolidation.
Curated Video
Why Do We Feel The “Urge To Jump”?
The urge to jump or high place phenomenon apparently springs from a distortion of our perceptions. Lab tests have shown that people estimate disgusting things, such as feces, to be closer than they really are. Another example is...
Professor Dave Explains
Visualizing the Human Brain
We've learned quite a bit about the nervous system, and in particular, the brain. We went over all the regions of the brain and their functions, but in doing so, it can be a little difficult to get the big picture regarding its...
Brainwaves Video Anthology
Jerome Kagan - On Temperament
Jerome Kagan is a Daniel and Amy Starch Professor of Psychology at Harvard University Professor Kagan's research, on the cognitive and emotional development of a child during the first decade of life, focuses on the origins of...
Curated Video
How Smells Affect Emotions and Performance
This video discusses the powerful impact that scents can have on our emotions, memories, and overall well-being. The video also highlights the various scents, such as lemon, lavender, jasmine, rosemary, cinnamon, and peppermint, and...
Curated Video
The Science of Fear
This video discusses the physiological and neurological aspects of fear. It explores how fear is processed in the brain, specifically focusing on the role of the amygdala. The video also touches on the distinction between emotions and...
Curated Video
The Power of Scent
In this video, the importance of scent and its connection to memory and emotion is explored. From the invigorating scent of peppermint to the relaxing aroma of lavender, different scents have various benefits. Additionally, pleasant...
Flame Media
Controlling Fear using Virtual Reality
In his series 'Redesign my Brain', award winning documentary maker Todd Sampson sets out to learn how to manage fear. To demonstrate it is possible to overcome fear Todd will walk on a wire across two skyscrapers – a world first for...
Curated Video
Memory: Keys to Remembering and Improving Recall
Learn about the different kinds of memories we form and a few tricks you can use to better remember things in the future.
Neuro Transmissions
Where Are Memories Stored?
How does my brain store memories again?? Great question! There are a lot of questions about how memories are stored and where they go. But when we have a test coming up, it might be useful to learn how to remember what you studied! So...
Neuro Transmissions
IT and the Neuroscience of Fear
AHHH! A CREEPY CLOWN! Stephen King's IT is bringing fear back to the theater in 2017, so it's the perfect time to explore coulrophobia, the fear of clowns. Alie and Ali dive into the psychology and neuroscience of why the murderous...
Neuro Transmissions
Neuroscience of Anxiety
Alie knows all about how stressful grad school can be. But what happens when stress is more than just stress? This week, we're talking about the neuroscience of anxiety. And for Alie, it's personal.
Seven Dimensions
Benefits of Mindfulness at Work
In this video, the speaker discusses the importance of mindfulness in the workplace. They explain that our minds are often in a state of stress and overdrive, which hinders our productivity and ability to focus. Engaging in mindful...
Curated Video
Understanding Mood’s Role In Mental Health
Your emotions and mood can contribute to your physical and mental health. It can affect depression, anxiety and insomnia.
Curated Video
Exploring The Causes And Effects Of Anxiety
Examining the evolutionary roots of anxiety, and the effects it has on our mental health.
Sophia Learning
Sophia: Forebrain Limbic System
This lesson will identify, explore and describe the role and functions of the thalamus and hypothalamus. Also, explored is the role of the amygdala and hippocampus within the limbic system. The limbic system as the conduction and...
Sophia Learning
Sophia: Quelling the Adrenaline Response: Lesson 1
At the end of this tutorial, the learner will understand and be able to use basic techniques to reduce intensity of their own fight or flight reaction. It is 1 of 3 in the series titled "Quelling the Adrenaline Response."
Sophia Learning
Sophia: Raising the "Reaction Threshold": Lesson 1
At the end of this tutorial, the learner will understand how familiarity with situations and preparation can reduce the likelihood and intensity of their fight or flight reaction. It is 1 of 3 in the series titled "Raising the "Reaction...
Crash Course
Crash Course: How Do We Know?
The study of the brain has developed over time as technology has evolved. See how we know which parts of the brain perform which function. [3:42]