Psychology in Everyday Life: The Psych Files
Michael Britt
Learn how theories in psychology affect you in everyday life. Upbeat and interesting podcasts from experienced psychology teacher Michael Britt give you a bit more insight into you and your life.
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Feb 6, 2008 • 14min
Episode 45 (video): Basic Research Design - Part 1
Independent variables, dependent variables, t-tests, anovas, experiments, between subjects, within subjects, confounds…confused? You won’t be after you watch this week’s video episode. Learn research the fun way - choose an interesting topic. In this video I explain the basic concepts of research while examining the effect of gray hair on credibility. More fun that…let me think…well, trust me, it’ll be interesting.
Jan 30, 2008 • 24min
Episode 44: Human Emotions: The Two Factor Theory
Where do our emotions come from? From our thoughts? Or do they begin somewhere else - like in our bodies? This week we look at the work of James-Lange, Cannon-Bard, and Schachter and Singer. Also, I review two classic studies in the history of psychology: the Suproxin study (the basis for the well known (two factor theory of emotion) and the Suspension Bridge study. This week the Good, the Bad and the Ugly....Betty of emotions. Oh yes, and what does the TV show Ugly Betty have to do with all this? Find out this week on The Psych Files.
Jan 22, 2008 • 23min
Episode 43: Email Feedback
The Psych Files podcast started one year ago this week, so I thought I’d share some emails I’ve received over the past year. I just want to thank all of you for being listeners and for sharing your...
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Jan 18, 2008 • 29min
Episode 42: Taking A Psychology Class?
Are you taking Introduction to Psychology? General Psychology? Or are you looking for online lectures in psychology? You've come to the right place. The Psych Files podcast is 1 year old this...
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Jan 8, 2008 • 23min
Episode 41: EMDR - A Critical Perspective
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing - what is it about this type of psychotherapy that draws such criticism? In this episode I interview Dr. Scott Lilienfeld of Emory University. Dr.... Show notes and more available at http://www.thepsychfiles.com
Dec 31, 2007 • 30min
Episode 40: Performance Anxiety (and sopranos on their heads)
Do you get nervous when you perform? Want to learn how to overcome performance anxiety? Listen to a few experienced actors talk about performing and then I'll share some thoughts about what... Show notes and more available at http://www.thepsychfiles.com
Dec 18, 2007 • 23min
Episode 38: How Big is Your Office: Another Classic Study in Psychology
Equity and the lack of fairness strike again! What would happen if you were suddenly (even temporarily) moved to an office (or dorm room) that was smaller than the one you’re in now? Would you be...
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Dec 7, 2007 • 28min
Episode 37: The Effects of Video Game and Media Violence
What do psychologists think about the effects of violent video games and violence in the media on viewers? Does it lead people to be more aggressive? More violent? Or is it the other way around -...
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Nov 25, 2007 • 22min
Episode 36: The Myth of the Kitty Genovese Story
Have you heard the story about how young Kitty Genovese was repeatedly attacked one night in New York City over a period of a half and hour while 38 people watched from their windows and did nothing?...
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Nov 14, 2007 • 0sec
Episode 35 (video): The Psychology of Extreme Sports
Time for a little fun. I know you’ve asked yourself this question: why do people engage in those dangerous sports like hangliding, bungee jumping and rock climbing? Would you believe it might have...
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