Psychology Master
The definitive psychology skill combining cognitive science, developmental psychology, learning science, and ethical marketing psychology. Provides evidence-based frameworks for understanding and optimizing human behavior.
Quick Start
1. Identify domain → Learning OR Marketing OR Both
2. Gather context → Audience, goals, constraints
3. Apply framework → Select from references below
4. Validate → Run ethics and measurement checks
Triggers
- "Design a learning plan for [age] to learn [skill]"
- "How should a [age]-year-old learn [coding/English/math]?"
- "Optimize conversion rate using psychology"
- "Create persuasive messaging without manipulation"
- "Understand customer decision-making process"
- "Build habit-forming product experience"
- "Age-appropriate teaching strategy for [topic]"
- "Behavioral analysis for [user segment]"
Core Capabilities
1. Learning Psychology (Age-Optimized)
Design evidence-based learning experiences for any age:
| Age Band | Key Principles | Reference |
|---|---|---|
| 3-6 | Play-based, sensory, attachment | references/learning-development.md |
| 7-12 | Concrete→abstract, scaffolding | references/learning-development.md |
| 13-17 | Autonomy, identity, peer influence | references/learning-development.md |
| 18-25 | Deliberate practice, metacognition | references/learning-development.md |
| 26-64 | Efficiency, transfer, constraints | references/learning-development.md |
| 65+ | Pacing, confidence, multimodal | references/learning-development.md |
Skill-Specific Guidance:
- Languages: See
references/skill-acquisition.md#languages - Coding: See
references/skill-acquisition.md#programming - Mathematics: See
references/skill-acquisition.md#mathematics - Music/Sports: See
references/skill-acquisition.md#motor-skills
2. Cognitive Psychology
Core mental processes that drive behavior:
| System | Application | Reference |
|---|---|---|
| Memory | Encoding, retrieval, spacing | references/cognitive-systems.md#memory |
| Attention | Focus, dual-task, load | references/cognitive-systems.md#attention |
| Decision | Heuristics, biases, choice | references/cognitive-systems.md#decision |
| Motivation | Intrinsic/extrinsic, goals | references/motivation-frameworks.md |
3. Marketing & Conversion Psychology
Ethical persuasion and conversion optimization:
| Framework | Use Case | Reference |
|---|---|---|
| JTBD | Customer motivation | references/marketing-psychology.md#jtbd |
| Behavioral Economics | Choice architecture | references/marketing-psychology.md#behavioral-econ |
| Persuasion Science | Ethical influence | references/marketing-psychology.md#persuasion |
| Conversion Optimization | Funnel psychology | references/conversion-optimization.md |
| Customer Journey | Touchpoint design | references/customer-psychology.md |
4. Assessment & Analysis
Use scripts for personalized recommendations:
# Learner profile assessment
python scripts/learner_assessment.py --age 25 --skill coding --context work
# Conversion audit
python scripts/conversion_audit.py --funnel signup --segment new_users
# Bias detection in messaging
python scripts/bias_detector.py --copy "marketing_copy.txt"
# Search reference files
python scripts/search.py --query "habit formation" --ignore-case
Workflow
Phase 1: Context Gathering
Collect minimum viable context:
For Learning:
- Age and developmental stage
- Prior knowledge and skills
- Time availability and constraints
- Motivation level and source
- Learning environment (tools, support)
For Marketing:
- Target audience demographics
- Current conversion metrics
- Customer pain points and goals
- Competitive landscape
- Ethical constraints
Phase 2: Framework Selection
Learning Task?
├── What age? → Select developmental approach
├── What skill? → Select acquisition framework
└── What constraint? → Optimize for time/depth/retention
Marketing Task?
├── Awareness stage? → Use attention + salience frameworks
├── Consideration? → Use social proof + comparison
├── Decision? → Use friction removal + risk reduction
└── Retention? → Use habit + loyalty frameworks
Phase 3: Implementation
Generate specific, actionable plans using the detailed reference materials.
Phase 4: Validation
Run ethics checklist from references/safety-ethics.md before final output.
Guardrails (Hard Rules)
- No medical/psychiatric advice - Refer to professionals
- No diagnosis - Assessment tools are informational only
- No manipulation - All persuasion must be ethical and transparent
- Minors: safety-first - Conservative guidance, guardian involvement
- Context-specific - Avoid universal claims; tailor recommendations
- Evidence-based - Cite frameworks and principles, not anecdotes
Output Templates
Learning Plan Template
## Learning Plan: [Skill] for [Age/Context]
### Learner Profile
- Age/Stage:
- Prior Knowledge:
- Time Budget:
- Primary Motivation:
### Goals & Milestones
| Week | Goal | Success Indicator |
|------|------|-------------------|
### Method Mix
- Primary Method:
- Practice Structure:
- Feedback Mechanism:
### Motivation & Habit Support
- Intrinsic drivers:
- Habit triggers:
- Progress visibility:
### Risks & Mitigations
| Risk | Mitigation |
|------|------------|
Marketing/Conversion Plan Template
## Conversion Optimization: [Funnel Stage]
### Audience Profile
- Segment:
- Job-to-be-Done:
- Current Behavior:
### Psychological Levers (Ethical)
| Lever | Application | Why It Works |
|-------|-------------|--------------|
### Messaging Hierarchy
1. Primary Promise:
2. Proof Point:
3. Differentiator:
4. Risk Reducer:
### Experiment Design
- Hypothesis:
- Metric:
- Segment:
- Duration:
### Ethical Validation
☐ No deception
☐ No dark patterns
☐ Transparent value exchange
☐ User empowerment preserved
Reference Loading Guide
Core References (Original 8)
| Task | Load These References |
|---|---|
| Child learning (3-12) | learning-development.md, skill-acquisition.md |
| Teen/Adult learning | learning-development.md, motivation-frameworks.md |
| Conversion optimization | conversion-optimization.md, marketing-psychology.md |
| Messaging/copywriting | marketing-psychology.md, customer-psychology.md |
| Habit design | motivation-frameworks.md, cognitive-systems.md |
| Full audit | All references + safety-ethics.md |
Extended References (12 Additional Domains)
| Task | Load These References |
|---|---|
| Group dynamics, social influence | social-psychology.md |
| Audience segmentation, personas | personality-psychology.md |
| UI/UX design, usability | ux-psychology.md |
| Emotional design, empathy | emotional-intelligence.md |
| Brain-based learning, neuroscience | neuropsychology-basics.md |
| Interpersonal skills, feedback | communication-psychology.md |
| Business deals, salary negotiation | negotiation-psychology.md |
| Design, branding, marketing visuals | color-psychology.md |
| Learning timing, optimal scheduling | sleep-circadian.md |
| Innovation, ideation, brainstorming | creativity-psychology.md |
| Burnout, coping, well-being | stress-resilience.md |
| Teams, leadership, culture | organizational-psychology.md |
Complete Reference List (20 files)
Learning & Development: learning-development.md, skill-acquisition.md, cognitive-systems.md, neuropsychology-basics.md, sleep-circadian.md
Motivation & Behavior: motivation-frameworks.md, stress-resilience.md, creativity-psychology.md
Marketing & Conversion: marketing-psychology.md, conversion-optimization.md, customer-psychology.md, color-psychology.md
Interpersonal & Social: social-psychology.md, personality-psychology.md, emotional-intelligence.md, communication-psychology.md, negotiation-psychology.md
Design & Organization: ux-psychology.md, organizational-psychology.md
Ethics: safety-ethics.md