LibGuides: PSY501B: Module 1

Module 1 Required Resources

Textbook

Your course textbook can be accessed via the DART eBook link in the Getting Started module.

Kassin, S., Privitera, G. J., & Clayton, K. D. (2023). Essentials of psychology. Sage.

Chapter 2: Behavioral Neuroscience.

This chapter will give you a thorough overview of the workings of the brain, nervous system, and neurotransmission process, as well as the nature of neuroplasticity and how it can be applied to the understanding of brain injuries.

Videos

Eddy's Story - TMS Therapy for PTSD Review | Success TMS
Success TMS. (2021, April 6). Eddy's Story - TMS Therapy for PTSD Review | Success TMS. [Video]. YouTube.
This video explain the science behind TMS, show examples of clients who have been treated for PTSD and depression via TMS, and answers several questions that people have about this brain-based therapy procedure.
2-Minute Neuroscience: Synaptic Transmission
Neuroscientifically Challenged. (2014, July 22). 2-minute neuroscience: Synaptic transmission. [Video]. YouTube.
This video describes the process of synaptic transmission in clear and understandable terms.
2-Minute Neuroscience: The Neuron
Neuroscientifically Challenged. (2014, July 22). 2-minute neuroscience: The Neuron. [Video]. YouTube.
This video describes the structure and function of the neuron in clear and understandable terms.
Brainspotting Demonstration
Cynthasis. (2018, August 15). Brainspotting demonstration. [Video]. YouTube.
This video shows a simulated brainspotting session so the viewer can understand how it works.
Central Nervous System (CNS) vs. Peripheral Nervous System
2 Minute Classroom. (2023, January 9.) Central nervous system (CNS) vs. Peripheral nervous system. | CNS & PNS Structure and Function. [Video]. YouTube.
This video gives a brief and animated overview of the functions of the CNS and PNS, described in understandable terms.
EMDR for complex PTSD. (Does it help or hurt?)
Heffernan, B. (2019, September 24). EMDR for complex PTSD. (Does it help or hurt?) [Video]. YouTube. (15:03 min)
Video on EMDR therapy describes the process of EMDR and discuss how it can be used to treat complex PTSD.
Human Brain
Les’Tute. (2018, March 27). Human Brain | Parts & Functions | Cerebrum & Cerebellum | Biology | Les’Tute. [Video]. YouTube.
The video is a very creative way to review the parts and functions of the brain and is interactive in nature. Please enjoy!
Introduction to EMDR Therapy
EMDR International Association. (2019, September 5). Introduction to EMDR therapy. [Video]. YouTube. (9:42 min)
Video on EMDR therapy describes the process of EMDR and discuss how it can be used to treat complex PTSD.
Healthy Minds - 602 - TRANSCRANIAL MAGNETIC STIMULATION TMS
Brain & Behavior Research Foundation. (2022, April 6). Healthy Minds - 602 - TRANSCRANIAL MAGNETIC STIMULATION TMS. [Video]. YouTube.
This video explain the science behind TMS, show examples of clients who have been treated for PTSD and depression via TMS, and answers several questions that people have about this brain-based therapy procedure.
TMS Therapy Frequently Asked Questions 2021
Florida TMS Clinic. (2021, June 7). TMS Therapy Frequently Asked Questions 2021. [Video]. YouTube.
This video explain the science behind TMS, show examples of clients who have been treated for PTSD and depression via TMS, and answers several questions that people have about this brain-based therapy procedure.