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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

FJ

Sep 26, 2019

I absolutely enjoyed taking this course! Professor Bloom did an incredible job explaining the course material and providing additional reading materials to further my knowledge throughout this course.

IS

Nov 4, 2023

A very comprehensive course, giving you the insights into the field of psychology, even with no prior background of psychology, and containing interesting references and examples throughout the course

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By محمد ع خ

Aug 30, 2022

I benefited a lot from these course and learned new skills, and I will be happy when I participate in courses of this kind.

By Jeffrey L

Jul 15, 2022

One of the best courses I've done. The style is engaging and the resources are incredible.

Thanks to all for providing it.

By Marcin K

Apr 13, 2021

Absolutlely fantastic course for those with interest in psychology! Mr Bloom is fantastic and I enjoyed every minute of it.

By K H

Mar 9, 2021

Just Amazing. I say go for it. Everyone need to have basic knowledge of this sort. The professor is just funny and amazing.

By Kezel C

Feb 24, 2021

This course provides a plethora of information for anyone interested in having a knowledge of psychology. It was excellent!

By Shivika s

Aug 13, 2020

Very helpful and interesting i learned so many things. This course helps in real life too. Instructor is too good and clear

By Su B

Jul 19, 2020

Really interesting, engaging and exciting and it does leave many questions unanswered whichIfeel that I am going to pursue.

By Vijayakumar B

Jun 9, 2020

Good Psychological methods and reviews are to be identified from completing this course thank you for your valuable course.

By Kate G W

Dec 10, 2019

Excellent and informative course. Prof Bloom introduces all major areas of psychology in an accessible and engaging manner.

By Joseph F

Mar 18, 2019

This course was amazing. Infinite thank you to Yale University and Coursera. My passion for psychology has grown even more.

By Malcolm W

Jan 9, 2024

very good presentation and easy to follow. Lots of reference to deeper dive materials. Certainly a very good introduction

By Patricia M C

Dec 12, 2023

Dynamic and informative. Professor Bloom was excellent, knowledgeable about the topic and he kept me engaged all the time.

By Ogunmola M o

Mar 25, 2023

i am grateful for taking this course at the moment, it has widened my knowledge about things that are happening around m

By Lindsay S

Sep 30, 2021

Information was engaging, the videos/examples within the videos were easy to understand and the professor was well spoken.

By Amanda F

Jun 5, 2021

A truly engaging and interesting course. Beautiful animations, interesting lectures and a lot of new knowledge. Thank you!

By Andreea T

Apr 27, 2021

It's a great course! I was able to retain information because of the way it is structured and I enjoyed the presentations.

By Alex P

Jan 25, 2021

Fantastic introduction to a fascinating topic from a phenomenal professor with the help of an immensely talented animator.

By Laurie H

Oct 20, 2020

Professor Bloom instructs the course in a way that not only teaches the science but causes us to dig deeper. Great class!

By Isaac M

Oct 7, 2020

I loved the professor and the lessons. The only set back was the readings; they were very long but also incredibly useful.

By Sarah-Wynne E

Aug 19, 2020

Loved professor bloom's videos and the lectures were very engaging. Wish the class was longer because I want to know more!

By Liza

Aug 18, 2020

I really enjoyed this course. The subject matter was explained very well and presented in an interesting and engaging way.

By Karina K

Aug 13, 2020

I would take this class twice! I can't believe I had all this information available to me for FREE.10/10! Would reccomend!

By Dev V O

Jul 31, 2020

Lets you think about the way you think. It offers a great advantage when confronting life challenges and making decisions.

By 石靖雨

Jul 1, 2020

Brilliant professor! Really engaging, I would say I start to have a better understanding of myself and accept myself more.