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About the Course

What are people most afraid of? What do our dreams mean? Are we natural-born racists? What makes us happy? What are the causes and cures of mental illness? This course tries to answer these questions and many others, providing a comprehensive overview of the scientific study of thought and behavior. It explores topics such as perception, communication, learning, memory, decision-making, persuasion, emotions, and social behavior. We will look at how these aspects of the mind develop in children, how they differ across people, how they are wired-up in the brain, and how they break down due to illness and injury....

Top reviews

OB

Jul 27, 2020

This course is very insightful and I have learned quite a lot. My favourite area though is Clinical Psychology and Positive Psychology. I believe I will be better able to understand persons around me.

SA

Mar 13, 2024

An excellent course to get a general idea about psychology as well as understanding of what to do next if you are into learning more. Very useful links for extra reading. And very engaging instructor.

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By Isaac N

May 17, 2021

A very important course which did not only widened my horizon regarding my studies and knowledge but also helped me understand myself and others. I am seriously considering a course on Industrial occupational psychology with my background in Human resource management.

By Jonathan D G

Jun 28, 2020

Great introductory course, giving bits of information on the various aspects of psychology. It helped me refresh what I had learned some time back and kept my attention across the six weeks. The additional readings & referred books are very interesting & helpful also.

By Olga F

Jun 9, 2020

To my mind, the course was great! I've learnt a lof of new things and managed to aquire basic skills about psychology. Our mentor Paul was brilliant and engaging. Right now i feel extremely motivated and have a desire to continue my tuition. Thank you and good luck!)

By Priyanka

Jun 1, 2020

This was a great class. It was informative, the pace was amazing and I learnt a whole lot. It was amazing how after weeks of studying heavy topics and concepts, the last module was designed around happiness and positivity. There was a lot to takeaway from this course!

By Себедаш А А

Apr 19, 2020

I enjoyed the course so much! All the topics were very interesting and what is the most important, everything was explained very accessibly, so anyone could understand! I also loved the animation and Paul`s voice, very pleasant to watch and listen :)) Thank you a lot!

By Anna C N B

Feb 20, 2023

I loved each moment. thank you so much. principal for my teacher. i'm from Brazil, so my english is in training, end my learning was so so so good 'cause he speaks slowly, end this is not a defect!! however, thank you so much for to build this cours. with love, Anna.

By Scot

May 31, 2021

Effectively covers all of the basic areas of the field of psychology, and is very understandable from even not having any previous background in psychology. Excellent professor, and presentation of the material. Thanks for a great class in the basics of psychology!

By Cynthia E

May 11, 2021

Excelente profesor, considero una buena idea que sea una versión animada de su persona quien imparte el curso; fue entretenido, divertido. Considero muy útil todas las conferencias y el material de lectura complementaba excelente los contenidos. Muchas gracias Paul.

By temwani m

Mar 5, 2021

I really enjoyed this course. I was able to understand the lectures, examples and in-videos. (Some of the examples and in-videos reminded me of a show I used to love watching, 'brain games')

The course has favourable learning time with reminders of your progress too.

By Tenzin N

Sep 16, 2020

It was an excellent course; It met my expectation to study Psychology on an introductory level. I would say the content were very comprehensive and one could now choose to take specialization in other things since the course has directives. Over all it was excellent.

By Spencer B

Aug 8, 2020

This has been a great experience. I took an introductory course in psychology nearly 50 years ago and this course and the professor were far superior. The content is comprehensive, the animated format engaging and the readings excellent supplements to the lectures.

By Rajiv T

Jul 12, 2020

My first course in psychology at the age of 51 years and I feel addicted to the subject already. It was great listening to Prof Bloom's lectures. The pace was stress free and also the overall instruction approach. Thanks Yale and Coursera for providing the access.

By Kelly P C

Jun 7, 2020

I don't have any background related to psychology. But this course is just as easy to understand as interesting and beautiful. Making you wishing to learn more about Psychology and the human mind. I also loved the format. Thank you to Coursera, Yale and Profr. Bloom.

By Deleted A

Oct 14, 2019

Enrolling in and completion of Introduction To Psychology is the Best thing I've ever done in my entire life.

I'm a much better and happier person because this course has given my life Meaning and desire to achieve more intellectually.

A big thanks to Coursera 🙏🙏🙏

By Krista W

Apr 9, 2022

Have been taking various Neuroscience courses and I took a course on the Psychology of Happiness. I thik this course was am agnificent capstone to tie several things in the research and fields of psychology together. I would take another course from Professor Bloom.

By penny

Oct 22, 2020

I loved this course!! Thank you so much!! I've learned so many new things, the way you presented it was so nice and professional, with simple and clear explanations. It was very interesting with sketches, and tedex talks, and lots of articles!! I really enjoyed it!!

By Szilvia K

May 25, 2020

I loved the quality of this course! It is structured well, with interesting and thought-provoking topics. The instructor, Paul Bloom is a really engaging speaker. I do know more about psychology, and I also learned which direction I want to dig into more. Thank you!

By SHAHIR K A

Sep 8, 2020

The very interesting teaching method is used in this course, and it is very comprehensive to the learners. The animations and videos related to the Psychology are very appreciating one. Overall a fantastic online learning experience. Thank you so much for Coursera.

By Neringa

Jul 1, 2020

Great course! highly recommended for those who are seeking a professional carrier in the field and also those who are keen on to getting familiar with the basic knowledge of the field. Will certainly recommend to friends and family. Much appreciated and enjoyed it.

By Patrick T

May 1, 2020

A very interesting and a very well structured course. The professor does a great job at explaining the general overview of what psychology is. Very satisfied with what I’ve learned and I hope to continue my path to learn about psychology with these type of courses.

By Yasmin Y

Jan 27, 2023

absolutely one of the best courses. pretty inclusive. the reading material is hand-picked.

Every minute i spent during this course was eye-opening and interesting. I highly recommend this course to anyone willing to learn psychology basics in a non-mundane method.

By Deleted A

Jun 4, 2020

I enjoyed this course very much. I learned ABCs of psychology and human behavior, which will help me to gain perception over a lot of things in daily life. I am grateful that I completed this course and learned something valuable which I can apply in my real life.

By Tessa D

Mar 16, 2022

Really great place to start learning about psychology in more detail. Super easy to find your way around how the course works and great quality videos. Really enjoyed it and learnt a lot more than I expected. Will be sure to enroll in more courses from Coursera.

By Maitena V

Feb 14, 2022

Amazing.

Psychology is such an extensive field, it surprised me how flawlessly they could put it all together and construct a course so full of insight. It has been a really interesting journey i´m glad i have made.

As always, thank you so much for the opportunity!

By Fazila D G

Nov 13, 2021

nice presentation with clear delivery. Excellent update for me with new reseach and and current neurob approach. I am a retired RN and nurse educator. My previous formal psychology lectures during my education was in the eighties. This has been really enjoyable.