Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025
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Verified for the 2026 exam•Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025
Definition
Psychology is the scientific study of behavior and mental processes. It explores various aspects of human experience including perception, cognition, emotion, personality, social interactions, and more.
Behaviorism is a psychological perspective that focuses on observable behaviors rather than internal mental processes. It emphasizes learning through conditioning.