Definition of psychology, basic methods and disciplines. Physiological basis of experience and behavior. Sensation and perception. Thinking and intelligence. Learning and memory. Fundamentals of personality psychology. Motivation and emotions. Theoretical perspectives in developmental psychology. Developmental periods in the context of socio-emotional, cognitive, and moral development, and personality development from the perspective of normative development and atypical developmental outcomes: early development and preschool age; middle childhood; adolescence; young, middle, and late adulthood. Psychosocial interventions tailored to the diverse needs of individuals and groups.

Describe key psychological concepts from various branches of psychology, particularly physiological psychology, cognitive psychology, the psychology of emotion and motivation, personality psychology, and developmental psychology., Critically compare the basic methodological and theoretical approaches in psychology., Explain the physiological basis of human behavior and experience, as well as the fundamentals of perception, thinking, and intelligence., Differentiate the possible applications of various theories and models of learning, motivation, emotions, and personality in social work., Describe key explanations of socio-emotional, cognitive, and moral development, as well as personality development, from a lifespan perspective., Identify key factors contributing to normative development, as well as deviations from it, across different stages of life., Select psychosocial interventions to promote the optimal functioning of individuals or groups.,