Psychology

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.

Related terms

Behaviorism:

Behaviorism is a psychological perspective that focuses on observable behaviors rather than internal mental processes. It emphasizes learning through conditioning.

Cognitive Psychology:

Cognitive psychology examines mental processes such as perception, memory, problem-solving, decision-making, language use, and attention.

Social Psychology:

Social psychology studies how individuals' thoughts, feelings, and behaviors are influenced by others within social contexts.