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The word psychology comes from the ancient Greek ψυχή psyche ("soul," "mind") and -λογία -ology ("study").
 
The word psychology comes from the ancient Greek ψυχή psyche ("soul," "mind") and -λογία -ology ("study").
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== History ==
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== Fields of Psychology ==
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*'''Biological psychology'''
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*'''Clinical psychology'''
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*'''Cognitive psychology'''
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*'''Community psychology'''
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*'''Developmental psychology'''
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*'''Health psychology/behavioral medicine'''
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*'''Industrial/organizational psychology'''
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*'''School psychology'''
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*'''Social psychology'''
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== Research in Psychology ==
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[[Category:Science]]

Revision as of 19:44, April 10, 2007

Psychology is the scientific study and evaluation of mind and behavior. Psychological research focuses on many sub-topics including: personality, behavior, addiction, learning, value systems, and relationships. Psychology can also refer to the application of that knowledge to various spheres of human activity, including correcting problems that affect individuals' daily lives and the treatment of mental health issues.

The word psychology comes from the ancient Greek ψυχή psyche ("soul," "mind") and -λογία -ology ("study").


History

Fields of Psychology

  • Biological psychology
  • Clinical psychology
  • Cognitive psychology
  • Community psychology
  • Developmental psychology
  • Health psychology/behavioral medicine
  • Industrial/organizational psychology
  • School psychology
  • Social psychology


Research in Psychology

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