Psychology - 12 - NCERT

Publisher – National Council of Education Research and Training

Subject – Psychology

Author Name – NCERT

Language – English           

Binding – Paperback

ISBN – 8174506608

Book Code – 12123

Country of Origin – India

Generic Name – Book   

The NCERT (National Council of Educational Research and Training) Class 12 Psychology curriculum is designed to introduce students to the fundamental concepts and principles of psychology. It covers a wide range of topics related to human behavior, mental processes, and the science of psychology. Below are the common topics and themes you might expect to find in the NCERT Class 12 Psychology textbook:

1. Introduction to Psychology: An overview of what psychology is, its history, and the different branches of psychology.
2. Methods of Psychology: This section often covers research methods used in psychology, including experiments, surveys, case studies, and observation. You'll also learn about data collection and analysis.
3. The Bases of Human Behavior: Exploration of the biological and genetic factors that influence behavior and mental processes. Topics might include the nervous system, genetics, and the role of neurotransmitters.
4. Human Development: Study of human development across the lifespan, covering topics such as prenatal development, childhood, adolescence, and adulthood.
5. Sensation and Perception: An examination of how our sensory organs (vision, hearing, taste, etc.) work, and how we perceive and interpret the world around us.
6. Learning: An exploration of different theories of learning, including classical and operant conditioning, as well as cognitive approaches to learning.
7. Memory: A study of how memory works, including types of memory, memory disorders, and strategies to enhance memory.
8. Thinking: An analysis of cognitive processes such as problem-solving, decision-making, creativity, and reasoning.
9. Motivation and Emotion: An examination of what drives human behavior and the role of emotions in decision-making and well-being.
10. Personality: The study of personality theories, including psychodynamic, humanistic, and trait perspectives.
11. Social Influence and Group Processes: An exploration of how social factors, including conformity, obedience, and group dynamics, influence individual behavior.
12. Psychological Disorders: An overview of different psychological disorders, their causes, and treatments. This may include topics like anxiety disorders, mood disorders, and personality disorders.
13. Therapeutic Approaches: Study of different therapeutic techniques and approaches, including psychotherapy, counseling, and treatment modalities.
14. Attitude and Social Cognition: An examination of how attitudes are formed and how social cognition influences our perception of others.
15. Health Psychology: The relationship between psychological factors and physical health, including stress, coping mechanisms, and the mind-body connection.
16. Psychology and Life: Application of psychological principles to everyday life situations and the practical use of psychology in various fields.