Open Education Resources (OER)

Written to help students organize their thinking about psychology at a conceptual level.

Houston Community College's adaptation of Introduction to Psychology, by Charles Stangor, (DSM-5 compatible) with free supplements.

Sponsored by the Society for the Teaching of Psychology, this eBook provides "a broad overview of what research agenda and approaches this new century calls for across many of psychology’s subdisciplines."

The NIMH provides many publications, including booklets, brochures and fact sheets on a wide variety of topics.

Sign up for a free Noba account to access more than 100 college-level chapters written by leading psychology experts. Mix and match to create your own customized textbook.

View short videos on a variety of mental health issues, including Autism, Borderline Personality Disorder, Depression, and more.

A collection of online videos, including TEDTalks, Frontline Episodes, and more, recommended for use in classrooms through the Teaching Psychology Idea Exchange (ToPIX).

"This course introduces you to the fundamental principles of psychology and the major subjects of psychological inquiry. It will provide you with the tools necessary to study psychology and presents a sampling of the major areas of psychology research. We begin with a short overview of psychology's development as an academic discipline and then review the principal methodologies most commonly deployed in its study. The units are arranged around broad areas of research, including emotion, development, memory, and psychopathology. We will focus on well-substantiated research and current trends within these categories."

BBC's surveys and quizzes highlight different aspects of the mind, including psychology, personality, mental disorders, and more. (NOTE: Site is archived and no longer updated since 2014)

The APA's "mission is to advance the creation, communication and application of psychological knowledge to benefit society and improve people's lives."

Find detailed information on mental illnesses, treatment options, support groups, and more.

This organization promotes "excellence in the teaching and learning of psychology. The Society provides resources and services, access to a collaborative community, and opportunities for professional development."