Category: Zoom Discussion Groups

Demystifying Psychology using Zoom - photo gallery

1/7/2020

The Demystifying Psychology class is in session as this post 'goes to air'.... these photos were taken at their previous session on June 19. Great to be able to share these images of the group members in action! Thanks also to Andi for the terrific screen dump.

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Demystifying Forensic Psychology using 'Zoom'

1/6/2020

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Ten people joined the first Demystifying Psychology “Zoom” Discussion Group on Friday 15 May. Forensic Psychology is the current topic. We started with an outline of a few basic concepts then jumped into some interesting comments and discussions. We are using the free Zoom version so at the 40-minute mark we were logged out … just as we found our rhythm.

All U3A members are welcome to join these discussion groups as often as you wish. You might be interested in the topics, want to exercise the grey matter, or socialise Jetson style. (Enjoy a funny short “blast to the past” at https://youtu.be/0idWiHiasKg). Join us.

The relaxation of Covid19 restrictions to allow visitors to our homes is good news for non-tech members who are interested in this discussion group. This might be an opportunity for tech-savvy members to invite a friend over to join the discussion. Of course, social distancing guidelines continue.

This is what happened (and was discovered) at our first discussion group.

Technology:

Ten participants worked well and there is capacity for a larger group.
“Zoom style” discussion group protocol was readily taken up. Muting and “hands up” (actual or the icon) when wishing to speak worked well.
Laptops, desktops, iPad, and tablets were used successfully.
Clicking the link to the discussion group is a one-step way to join in.
When a discussion group is timed out, click on the original link to participate in a further 40-minute discussion group time.

Content:

Forensic psychology and law are linked.
A Forensic Psychologist might assess a client and assist courts to interpret the assessment and its implications.
Forensic Psychologists work in many settings as well as courts, for example, schools, child protection, and mental health.
Psychopathic and sociopathic characteristics are similar (now called Antisocial Personality Disorder ASPD).
What is known about these characteristics comes mainly from forensic (i.e. structured) interviews with people who have come to the attention of courts etc.

Discussion:

The apparent fascination for Forensic Psychology and portrayal of sociopathy and psychopathy in the TV/movie/book worlds.
Drug dependency and choices made.

… and then we were timed out!!

Interesting reading/listening:

TED Talk “Strange answers to the psychopath test” by Jon Ronson 2012
https://www.ted.com/talks/jon_ronson_strange_answers_to_the_psychopath_test?utm_source=tedcomshare&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=tedspread
Psychopathy https://blog.allpsych.com/psychopaths-dont-care-about-cute-animals/
Psychology od stalking https://www.abc.net.au/radionational/programs/allinthemind/the-psychology-of-stalking/3385910

Time allocation:
Forty minutes is not enough. Future groups will be extended using the method in 5 above. New extended times are:

First Wed of each month – 10am to 12noon. Next discussion group 3 June 2020
Third Friday of each month – 1pm to 3pm. Next discussion group 19 June 2020

These extended times may not fit with some diaries. My apologies. Your contribution is welcome so please feel free to join and leave each discussion group as you need to.

Go to https://u3abenalla.weebly.com/demystifying-psychology for :

How to participate
Links for discussion groups

We are all doing a great job in these historical times. Keep well.

Jane Rushworth
0437 621 575

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Demystifying Psychology

Demystifying Psychology is formally returning to the timetable in 2023.

The Demystifying Psychology Discussion Group comprising members from previous classes which has been meeting at the Northo is now listed on the U3A Timetable.

"An open discussion group with a psychological focus looking at current events. If you are interested in various interpretations of relationships of all kinds, you are welcome and can expect to have fun. No preparation needed."

3rd Thursday from 2 - 4 pm
The North Eastern Hotel

The initial 'Demystifying Psychology' five session course will be offered again in Semester Two

"A five-session light-hearted course introducing psychology in everyday life and some of the theories that attempt to explain how and why we do things. The course will include personality types and preferred coping styles; theories and practices applied to drug treatment, raising children, family violence, and other topics as suggested by participants. The course will also include social psychology, the concepts of obedience, power, group dynamics and states of mind. We'll then discuss how we experience the various theories as they play out in daily life."

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Convenor and Contact Details

Jane Rushworth
0437 621 575

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Demystifying Psychology Discussion Group

3rd Thursday
2 to 4 pm
'The Northo'

Demystifying Psychology Course

Semester 2 - times to be confirmed.

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