AQA A-Level Psychology: STRESS, Paper 3 (option) 4.3.7 The ‘pick-up a module and go’ series COVERING: • The physiology of stress, including general adaptation syndrome, the hypothalamic pituitary-adrenal system, the sympatho-medullary pathway and the role of cortisol. • The role of stress in illness, including reference to immunosuppression and cardiovascular disorders. • Sources of stress: life changes and daily hassles. Workplace stress, including the effects of workload and control. • Measuring stress: self-report scales (Social Readjustment Ratings Scale and Hassles and Uplifts Scale) and physiological measures, including skin conductance response. • Individual differences in stress: personality types A, B and C and associated behaviours; hardiness, including commitment, challenge and control. • Managing and coping with stress: drug therapy (benzodiazepines, beta blockers), stress inoculation therapy and biofeedback. Gender differences in coping with stress. The role of social support in coping with stress; types of social support, including instrumental, emotional and esteem support. Extensive PowerPoint© display (117 lavish slides), complete and informative coverage, including links to resources and lots for students to think about and examination style questions. Also includes copies of SRSS and Hassles Scales for students to complete and analyse and an advanced article on Oxytocin and social relationships. This module on addiction, is equally accessible for new and experienced teachers. All you need to present this module in one package. Thank You for reading this and if you do decide to purchase, feedback is very useful, so I can amend and improve (you are automatically notified of updates). The author, Andy McCarthy is a Chartered Psychologist, experienced teacher, lecturer and publisher.

OCR A-Level Psychology: Core Study #20 Contemporary Study HANCOCK et al (2011) Analysis of the language of psychopaths Year 1: Core Study #20 Contemporary Study Measuring Individual Differences HANCOCK et al (2011) Analysis of the language of psychopaths Consists of 1 x PPT display (17 slides) and a worksheet to accompany the presentation. The PPT offers full coverage of Hancock’s contemporary study, worksheet for student independent learning and includes links to online resources (only for educational use). The presentation covers this study in a clear and understandable format. Complete coverage of the 20th CORE STUDY, just ‘pick up and go’… suitable for both new and experienced teachers You are welcome to amend, expand or reduce the display to suit your needs. I HAVE USED THIS RESOURCE IN THE CLASSROOM Copying this resource for sharing or personal profit, is against copyright: amac-edu 2019© ALL 2O CORE STUDIES ARE NOW AVAILABLE… IF YOU PURCHASE THIS RESOURCE, FEEDBACK IS REALLY APPRECIATED, AS IT HELPS ME TO AMEND AND IMPROVE…. ONCE PURCHASED, YOU DO RECEIVE NOTIFICATION OF UPDATES AND THESE ARE FREE TO DOWNLOAD…Thanks The experienced author: Andy McCarthy (amac education: Psychology) is a Chartered Psychologist, experienced teacher, lecturer and publisher.

CIE AS & A-LEVEL PSYCHOLOGY: RESEARCH METHODS (PAPER 2) WHOLE MODULE Cambridge International A-Level Psychology Examinations in 2021, 2022 and 2023 Paper 2 Research Methods This pack covers the whole module and includes a ppt presentation (88 slides) and a workbook (104 pages). The ppt presentation covers all major issues progressively, with simple explanations, questions, exam tips and ‘think abouts’ etc. It is both teacher and student friendly and does not assume prior knowledge. The workbook is designed to be used in conjunction with the slides. It provides more information and loads of exercises, Practicals and an MCQ (with answers). There is also an index, so students can be directed to specific sections and exercises. The ppt and workbook together are suitable for DISTANCE/REMOTE learning. Complete coverage of the whole RM module, just ‘pick up a module’ and go… suitable for both new and experienced teachers You are welcome to amend, expand or reduce the display to suit your needs. Copying this resource for sharing or personal profit, is against copyright: amac-edu 2020© IF YOU PURCHASE THIS RESOURCE, CONSTRUCTIVE FEEDBACK IS REALLY APPRECIATED…. Thanks The experienced author: Andy McCarthy (amac education: Psychology) is a Chartered Psychologist, experienced teacher, lecturer, and publisher.

AQA GCSE Psychology: RESEARCH METHODS, Remote Learning Pack, Set #4 Consists of a self-learning or directed remote learning workbook, 32 pages (includes ‘over to you’ questions to reinforce learning), 1 x PPT display (77 slides), the workbook aligns with the PowerPoint display and each section of the workbook is notated with the PPT slide number (to facilitate distance teaching). This extensive resource also includes: A self-learning research methods workbook 78 pages (and a copy with the answers filled in) and a self-learn mathematics for psychology workbook (follows OFQUAL’s guidelines) and has self-check answers at the end. Covers: Research Methods Hypotheses – Variables – Sampling – Design - Correlation – Research Procedures – Planning/Conducting Research - Ethics Data Handling Quantitative & Qualitative Data – Primary & Secondary Data – Computation – Descriptive Statistics – Interpretation & Display of Quantitative Data – Normal Distributions Complete coverage of the whole RESEARCH METHODS module, just ‘pick up a remote learning pack’ and go… suitable for remote teaching , self-learning at home, revision, classroom teaching and suitable for both new and experienced teachers to deliver. “My favoured method for remote teaching, students have copies of the workbooks, you connect via your favoured social media platform and you use the answer sheets and PowerPoint to teach” PACK FOUR OF THE ‘REMOTE LEARNING SERIES’ FOR AQA GCSE PSYCHOLOGY… THE COMPLETE PAPER ONE IS NOW COVERED… PAPER TWO COMING SOON… Copying this resource for sharing or personal profit, is against copyright: amac-edu 2020© IF YOU PURCHASE THIS RESOURCE, CONSTRUCTIVE FEEDBACK FOR IMPROVEMENT IS REALLY APPRECIATED…. Thanks The experienced author: Andy Mac (amac education: Psychology) is a Chartered Psychologist, experienced teacher, lecturer and publisher. Visit my Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/625558624273452/

AQA A-Level Psychology: Year 2- Section C- Option -SCHIZOPHRENIA (Whole Module) Paper 3: Issues and Options in Psychology Section C- SCHIZOPHRENIA (The Whole Module) Part of the: The ‘pick-up a module and go’ series NEW IMPROVED UPDATED (2019) with more student-centered activities and new concepts such as ‘social Drift Theory’ PART ONE COVERS: 1:1 Classification of SZ 1:2 Reliability and validity in diagnosis and classification 1:3 Biological explanations of SZ (plus an interactionist approach to SZ) 1:4 Psychological explanations of SZ Extensive PowerPoint© display (89 slides) plus complimentary photocopy friendly resource booklet (45 pages). This resource is economically priced, very accessible for new and experienced teachers. There are examination style questions, lots of think and respond areas for students. The resource booklet contains a wide range of extension readers and covers interesting topics such as: Epigenetics, L-Dopa, Angel Dust, Psychosis, history of the biological approach to SZ, overview of psychological approaches to SZ and the new DSM-5. PART TWO COVERS: Psychological Therapies 2:2 CBTp 2:3 Family therapy 2:4 Token economies Extensive PowerPoint© display (41 slides) plus complimentary photocopy friendly resource booklet (40 pages). This resource is economically priced, very accessible for new and experienced teachers. There are examination style questions, lots of think and respond areas for students. The resource booklet contains a wide range of related extension readers All you need to present this section of the module, in one package This updated version is a result of constructive comments, feedback is always useful and is always acted upon The author, Andy McCarthy is a Chartered Psychologist, experienced teacher, lecturer and publisher.

OCR A-Level Psychology: Core Studies #16 Biological (Contemporary) Brain Plasticity, Maguire et al (2000) Taxi Drivers Consists of 1 x PPT display (21 slides) and a worksheet to accompany the presentation. The PPT offers full coverage of Maguire et al’s contemporary study, plus a work sheet for student independent learning and includes links to online resources (only for educational use). The presentation covers this study in a clear and understandable format. Complete coverage of the 16th CORE STUDY, just ‘pick up and go’… suitable for both new and experienced teachers You are welcome to amend, expand or reduce the display to suit your needs. I HAVE USED THIS RESOURCE IN THE CLASSROOM Copying this resource for sharing or personal profit, is against copyright: amac-edu 2018© ALL 2O CORE STUDIES ARE IN PRODUCTION, SO WATCH THIS SPACE IF YOU PURCHASE THIS RESOURCE, FEEDBACK IS REALLY APPRECIATED, AS IT HELPS ME TO AMEND AND IMPROVE…. ONCE PURCHASED, YOU DO RECEIVE NOTIFICATION OF UPDATES AND THESE ARE FREE TO DOWNLOAD…Thanks The experienced author: Andy McCarthy (amac education: Psychology) is a Chartered Psychologist, experienced teacher, lecturer and publisher.

Core Study #17 Psychology of Individual Differences, Understanding disorders, Freud (1909) Little Hans Consists of 1 x PPT display (29 slides), a fun Little Freudian work/activity book and a worksheet to accompany the presentation. The PPT offers full coverage of Freud’s Classic ‘Little Hans’ study, plus a workbook and worksheetfor student independent learning and includes links to online resources (only for educational use). The presentation covers this study in a clear and understandable format. Complete coverage of the 17th CORE STUDY, just ‘pick up and go’… suitable for both new and experienced teachers You are welcome to amend, expand or reduce the display to suit your needs. I HAVE USED THIS RESOURCE IN THE CLASSROOM Copying this resource for sharing or personal profit, is against copyright: amac-edu 2019© ALL 2O CORE STUDIES ARE IN PRODUCTION, SO WATCH THIS SPACE IF YOU PURCHASE THIS RESOURCE, FEEDBACK IS REALLY APPRECIATED, AS IT HELPS ME TO AMEND AND IMPROVE…. ONCE PURCHASED, YOU DO RECEIVE NOTIFICATION OF UPDATES AND THESE ARE FREE TO DOWNLOAD…Thanks The experienced author: Andy McCarthy (amac education: Psychology) is a Chartered Psychologist, experienced teacher, lecturer and publisher.

CIE AS and A-LEVEL PSYCHOLOGY: PAPER 1, CORE STUDIES: SOCIAL #2 PILIAVIN et al (1969) STUDY PPT AND WORKSHEET UK AND INTERNATIONAL SCHOOLS/COLLEGES Cambridge International A-Level Psychology Examinations in 2021, 2022 and 2023 Paper 1 THE CORE STUDIES, SOCIAL #2: PILIAVIN et al (1969), ‘The Subway Samaritans’. This pack covers the whole study and includes a ppt presentation (35 slides) and a workbook with headings and diagrams. Also, a ‘spider diagram’ template for use as a revision exercise The ppt presentation covers the study progressively, with simple explanations, concepts, questions, and ‘think abouts’ etc. It is both teacher and student friendly and does not assume prior knowledge. The workbook is designed to be used in conjunction with the slides. The ppt and workbook together and are suitable for DISTANCE/REMOTE learning. Complete coverage of the whole Piliavin et al’s, study, just ‘pick up a module’ and go… suitable for both new and experienced teachers You are welcome to amend, expand or reduce the display to suit your needs. Copying this resource for sharing or personal profit, is against copyright: amac-edu 2020© IF YOU PURCHASE THIS RESOURCE, CONSTRUCTIVE FEEDBACK IS REALLY APPRECIATED…. Thanks The experienced UK author: Andy McCarthy (amac education: Psychology) is a Chartered Psychologist, experienced teacher, lecturer, and publisher.

OCR A-Level Psychology: Core Study #6 Grant et al (1998) Year 1: Core Studies Cognitive Psychology - Study #6 Grant et al (1998) Context-Dependent Memory Consists of 1 x PPT display (21 slides) and a worksheet to accompany the presentation. The PPT offers full coverage of Grant et al’s famous study and includes links to online resources (only for educational use) and activities to encourage thinking. Complete coverage of the sixth CORE STUDY just ‘pick up and go’… suitable for both new and experienced teachers You are welcome to amend, expand or reduce the display to suit your needs. I HAVE USED THIS RESOURCE IN THE CLASSROOM Copying this resource for sharing or personal profit, is against copyright: amac-edu 2017© ALL 2O CORE STUDIES ARE IN PRODUCTION, SO WATCH THIS SPACE IF YOU PURCHASE THIS RESOURCE, FEEDBACK IS REALLY APPRECIATED AND HELPS ME TO AMEND AND IMPROVE…. Thanks The experienced author: Andy McCarthy (amac education: Psychology) is a Chartered Psychologist, experienced teacher, lecturer and publisher.

OCR GCSE Psychology (9-1): Criminal Psychology Paper One: Studies and applications in psychology Covers: Key Concepts: • Different types of crime and how crime is measured: official statistics and self-report Theories/Explanations of why criminal/anti-social behaviour occurs: • i) The Social Learning Theory • ii) Eysenck’s Criminal Personality Theory The changing nature of punishment Key Studies: • Social Learning Theory Research Study – Cooper and Mackie (1986): Study into video games and aggression in children. • Criminal Personality Theory Research Study – Heaven (1996): Study into delinquency, extroversion, psychoticism and self-esteem. Consists of an extensive PPT display (66 slides) giving clear and full coverage of the whole module. The presentation has teaching comments where suitable, exam style questions, activities to encourage thinking / discussion and links to internet resources Content aims to be additional to the textbook. Complete coverage of this module, just ‘pick up and go’… suitable for both new and experienced teachers You are welcome to amend, expand or reduce the display to suit your needs. I HAVE USED THIS RESOURCE IN THE CLASSROOM Copying this resource for sharing or personal profit, is against copyright. IF YOU PURCHASE THIS RESOURCE, FEEDBACK IS REALLY APPRECIATED AND HELPS ME TO AMEND AND IMPROVE (YOU AUTOMATICALLY RECEIVE UPDATES TO DOWNLOAD) …. Thanks The experienced author: Andy McCarthy (amac education: Psychology) is a Chartered Psychologist, experienced teacher, lecturer and publisher.

AQA GCSE Psychology, Brain and Neuropsychology, New Spec (9-1) Paper 2 Social Context and behaviour: Brain and Neuropsychology PPT Covers: Structure and function of the nervous system The divisions of the human nervous system: • Central and peripheral (somatic and autonomic), basic functions of these divisions. • The autonomic nervous system and the fight or flight response. • The James-Lange theory of emotion. (Mentioned in specifications) Neuron structure and function • Sensory, relay and motor neurons. • Synaptic transmission: release and reuptake of neurotransmitters. • Excitation and inhibition. An understanding of how these processes interact. • Hebb’s theory of learning and neuronal growth. (Mentioned in specifications) Structure and function of the brain • Brain structure: frontal lobe, temporal lobe, parietal lobe, occipital lobe and cerebellum. • Basic function of these structures. • Localisation of function in the brain: motor, somatosensory, visual, auditory and language areas. • Penfield’s study of the interpretive cortex. (Mentioned in specifications) An introduction to neuropsychology Cognitive neuroscience: how the structure and function of the brain relate to behaviour and cognition. • The use of scanning techniques to identify brain functioning: CT, PET and fMRI scans. • Tulving’s ‘gold’ memory study. (Mentioned in specifications) • A basic understanding of how neurological damage, eg stroke or injury can affect motor abilities and behaviour. Consists of a PPT display (109 slides) PPT include on-slide exercises, exam style questions to supplement understanding and activities to encourage thinking and learning. Also, there is a chart with downloadable YouTube clips etc (only for educational use) Complete coverage of the whole module, just ‘pick up a module’ and go… suitable for both new and experienced teachers. Also includes a photocopy friendly resources booklet (pdf file / 14 pages) covering all the main theories and studies: James-Lange: Theory of Emotion Hebb’s Theory Penfield’s Study Tulving’s ‘Gold Memory’ Study You are welcome to amend, expand or reduce the display to suit your needs. Copying this resource for sharing or personal profit, is against copyright: amac-edu 2018© Producing this class tested resource was hard work, but we are pleased with it. SO, IF YOU PURCHASE, CONSTRUCTIVE FEEDBACK IS REALLY APPRECIATED So, it can be improved (you automatically get notified of free updates once purchased) Thanks Thanks, from the experienced authors: Andy McCarthy and Evie Bentley: Chartered Psychologists, experienced teachers and publishers.

Psychology OCR GCSE (9-1): SLEEP AND DREAMING Paper #2 Applications in Psychology Comprehensive coverage of the specification, including: • The functions, features and benefits of sleep: healthy brain; physical repair; emotional stability; stages of the sleep cycle and when dreaming occurs; the role of the pineal gland and melatonin • The causes of sleep disorders: sleep onset and sleep maintenance insomnia • Endogenous pacemakers; and exogenous zeitgebers; and their role in sleep. Theories/Explanations: The Nature of Dreaming /The Freudian Theory of Dreaming /The Activation Synthesis Theory of Dreaming KEY STUDY: The Freudian Theory of Dreaming Research Study – Freud (1918): Dream analysis study of ‘The Wolfman’. • The Activation Synthesis Theory of Dreaming: • The role of REM sleep • the function and actions of the brain during sleep, including the limbic system • activity of neurons in the pons during sleep • the process of synthesis as a function of the cerebral cortex • criticisms of the theory including the reductionism/holism debate. The Activation Synthesis Theory of Dreaming Research Study Differences in actions and functions of the brain when dreaming and when awake – KEY STUDY: Williams et al. (1992): Study into Bizarreness in Dreams and Fantasies: Implications for the Activation Synthesis Hypothesis. Application Development of treatments for insomnia • Features of insomnia, the role of the nervous system and its management through relaxation techniques and the role of the physical environment in insomnia and its treatment through improved sleep hygiene • The impact of neurological damage to the hypothalamus on sleep. Consists of a PPT display (81 slides) giving clear and full coverage of the module. The presentation has links to online resources (only for educational use), class exercises and think about tasks. Complete coverage of the whole module, just ‘pick up and go’… suitable for both new and experienced teachers Copying this resource for sharing or personal profit, is against copyright. CONSTRUCTIVE FEEDBACK IS REALLY APPRECIATED, SO I CAN AMEND AND IMPROVE…. Thanks The experienced author: Andy McCarthy CPsychol is a Chartered Psychologist, experienced teacher, lecturer and publisher.

OCR A-Level Psychology Year 1: Core Studies #13 Sperry (1968) Split Brain Study Regions of the brain (Classic Study) Consists of 1 x PPT display (21 slides) The PPT offers full coverage of this classic study and includes links to online resources (only for educational use) and activities to encourage evaluative thinking. The presentation covers this study in a clear and understandable format with reinforcement of some basic concepts which are essential for understanding Sperry. Also includes a summary worksheet for the student to complete… a very useful revision tool Complete coverage of the 13th CORE STUDY, just ‘pick up and go’… suitable for both new and experienced teachers You are welcome to amend, expand or reduce the display to suit your needs. I HAVE USED THIS RESOURCE IN THE CLASSROOM Copying this resource for sharing or personal profit, is against copyright: amac-edu 2019© ALL 2O CORE STUDIES ARE IN PRODUCTION, SO WATCH THIS SPACE IF YOU PURCHASE THIS RESOURCE, FEEDBACK IS REALLY APPRECIATED, AS IT HELPS ME TO AMEND AND IMPROVE…. ONCE PURCHASED, YOU DO RECEIVE NOTIFICATION OF UPDATES AND THESE ARE FREE TO DOWNLOAD…Thanks The experienced author: Andy McCarthy (amac education: Psychology) is a chartered psychologist, experienced teacher, lecturer and publisher.

CIE AS and A-LEVEL PSYCHOLOGY: PAPER 1, CORE STUDIES: BIOLOGICAL APPROACH #1 CANLI ET AL (2000) STUDY PPT UK AND INTERNATIONAL SCHOOLS/COLLEGES Cambridge International A-Level Psychology Examinations in 2021, 2022 and 2023 A-LEVEL PSYCHOLOGY: PAPER 1, CORE STUDIES / BIOLOGICAL APPROACH #1 CANLI ET AL (2000), ‘Brain scans and emotions’ This pack covers the whole study in a ppt presentation (21 slides) The ppt presentation covers the study progressively, with simple explanations, concepts, questions, and ‘think abouts’ etc. Also, a ‘spider diagram’ template for use as a revision exercise It is both teacher and student friendly and does not assume prior knowledge. The ppt is equally suitable for classroom teaching or DISTANCE/REMOTE learning. Covers: Overview of Study What influenced Canli et al Background studies Aims Participant Sampling Procedures Ethical Issues Results Conclusion Evaluation (Strengths and Weaknesses) Links to relevant resources and original paper Save preparation time with this complete coverage of Canli et al’s, study, just ‘pick up a module’ and go… suitable for both new and experienced teachers You are welcome to amend, expand or reduce the display to suit your needs. Copying this resource for sharing or personal profit, is against copyright: amac-edu 2020© IF YOU PURCHASE THIS RESOURCE, CONSTRUCTIVE FEEDBACK IS REALLY APPRECIATED…. Thanks The experienced UK author: Andy McCarthy (amac education: Psychology) is a Chartered Psychologist, experienced teacher, lecturer, and publisher.

AQA A-Level Psychology: Approaches, Distance Learning Pack, Full Module Consists of a six directed / remote learning workbooks, includes ‘over to you’ thinking tasks, exam style questions and further readings. Also, a separate Freudian workbook. 1 x PPT display (139 slides). the workbooks align with the PowerPoint display. This resource took a long-time to produce and I think it is rather good. Covers: Paper 2 Origins of psychology: Wundt, introspection, and the emergence of psychology as a science. The basic assumptions of the following approaches: Learning approaches: the behaviourist approach, including classical conditioning and Pavlov’s research, operant conditioning, types of reinforcement and Skinner’s research; social learning theory including imitation, identification, modelling, vicarious reinforcement, the role of mediational processes and Bandura’s research. The cognitive approach: the study of internal mental processes, the role of schema, the use of theoretical and computer models to explain and make inferences about mental processes. The emergence of cognitive neuroscience. The biological approach: the influence of genes, biological structures, and neurochemistry on behaviour. Genotype and phenotype, genetic basis of behaviour, evolution, and behaviour. The psychodynamic approach: the role of the unconscious, the structure of personality, that is ID, ego and superego, defence mechanisms including repression, denial and displacement, psychosexual stages. Humanistic psychology: free will, self-actualisation and Maslow’s hierarchy of needs, focus on the self, congruence, the role of conditions of worth. The influence on counselling psychology. Comparison of approaches Complete coverage of the whole approaches module, just ‘pick up a remote learning pack’ and go… suitable for remote teaching , self-learning at home, revision, classroom teaching and suitable for both new and experienced teachers to deliver. I am currently teaching with this pack and will be adding redacted model answers as I get them (you are automatically notified and can download and no extra cost) “My favoured method for remote teaching, students have copies of workbooks, you connect via your favoured social media platform and you use the PowerPoint to teach” … MORE TO FOLLOW VERY SOON Copying this resource for sharing or personal profit, is against copyright: amac-edu 2020© IF YOU PURCHASE THIS RESOURCE, CONSTRUCTIVE FEEDBACK FOR IMPROVEMENT IS REALLY APPRECIATED…. Thanks The experienced author: Andy Mac (amac educ: Psychology) is a Chartered Psychologist, experienced teacher, lecturer and publisher. Visit my Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/625558624273452/

Psychology AQA A-Level, 2023, Predictions for Paper 3 and info sheets issues debates ONLY £2-50 FOR WHOLE PACK Probably the best Paper 3 predictions in the world (predicted 100% correct for big q’s paper 1) Pack includes: Predictions for Paper 3 info on cultural bias info on ideographic and nomothetic info on holism and reductionism info on ethics, including SSR info on nature vs nurture

AQA A-Level Psychology: Forensic Psychology The Complete Module AQA A-Level Psychology: Paper 3, Section D Forensic Psychology Part One: Offender Profiling Part Two: Biological / Psychological Explanations & Dealing with Offending Behaviour UPDATED IN LINE WITH SPECIFICATION CHANGES JUNE 2019 (DEFINING/MEASURING CRIME REMOVED) Consists of an extensive PPT presentation (118 slides). Within the slides are description, evaluation, research, examination style questions, activities and things to think about. Everything you need ‘just to pick up a module and go’ Suitable for new or experienced teachers You are welcome to amend, expand or reduce the display to suit your needs. Copying for resale or sharing is an infringement copyright: amac education 2019© IF YOU PURCHASE THIS RESOURCE, FEEDBACK IS REALLY APPRECIATED (IT ALLOWS ME TO AMEND AND IMPROVE) Thanks The author, Andy McCarthy (amac education: Psychology) is a Chartered Psychologist, experienced teacher, examiner, lecturer and publisher