COGNITION
AP Psychology Unit 2 Study Notes
Choose a cognition topic for detailed notes, diagrams and examples on perception, thinking, memory and intelligence.
Choose your Unit 2 topic
Perception
Processing, attention, Gestalt principles and visual depth cues.
Read topic notes →TOPIC 2.2Thinking, Problem-Solving, Judgments and Decision-Making
Concepts, problem-solving strategies, heuristics, biases and creativity.
Read topic notes →TOPIC 2.3Introduction to Memory
Encoding, storage, retrieval, memory models and long-term memory types.
Read topic notes →TOPIC 2.4Encoding Memories
Encoding strategies, rehearsal, mnemonics and effective study practice.
Read topic notes →TOPIC 2.5Storing Memories
Storage systems, consolidation, brain networks, HSAM and memory impairments.
Read topic notes →TOPIC 2.6Retrieving Memories
Recall, recognition, relearning, cues, context and retrieval practice.
Read topic notes →TOPIC 2.7Forgetting and Other Memory Challenges
Forgetting, interference, reconstruction, misinformation and amnesia.
Read topic notes →TOPIC 2.8Intelligence and Achievement
Intelligence theories, IQ, psychometrics, fairness and achievement testing.
Read topic notes →A simple revision route
Start with perception and thinking, then follow memory from encoding through storage, retrieval and forgetting. Finish with intelligence and achievement. Open each card for the full explanations, comparison tables and diagrams.
Use the Unit 2 flashcards for recall and the quiz to apply concepts. Return to the relevant notes when you need to check an explanation.
Quick FAQs
What does AP Psychology Unit 2 cover?
Cognition includes perception, thinking and problem-solving, memory processes and challenges, and intelligence and achievement. This directory links to all eight detailed topic guides.
Where are the detailed study notes?
Open a topic card for the complete guide. The Unit 2 page is a short directory; detailed explanations, examples and diagrams remain on the topic pages.