IB Psychology Study Notes
Comprehensive notes for all 4 contexts of the IB Psychology 2027 syllabus. Each set covers key theories, studies, and evaluation points you need for Papers 1, 2, and 3.
Thinking & Learning
Thinking & Learning
How we acquire, process, and retain knowledge. Covers schema theory, cognitive load, dual processing, classical conditioning, operant conditioning, and social learning theory.
Cognitive Processes
Mental processes that underlie thinking and learning. Covers attention, memory models, decision-making, and cognitive biases.
Social Responsibility
Group Behaviour
How individuals behave in groups. Covers conformity, obedience, social identity theory, and groupthink.
Interpersonal Relationships
Formation, maintenance, and breakdown of relationships. Covers attraction, communication, and cultural influences.
Health & Well-being
Mental Health Disorders
Classification, aetiology, and treatment of mental health conditions. Covers depression, anxiety, and the biopsychosocial model.
Health Problems
Psychological factors in physical health. Covers stress, addiction, obesity, and health-promoting behaviours.
Prevention & Treatment
Therapeutic approaches and preventive strategies. Covers CBT, drug therapy, community-based interventions, and effectiveness evaluation.
Human & Development
Models of Development
Theoretical frameworks for understanding human development. Covers Piaget, Vygotsky, Bronfenbrenner, and nature vs nurture.
Development of Self
How identity and self-concept develop across the lifespan. Covers attachment, self-esteem, identity formation, and cultural influences.