Modern Psychology
Definition
Modern psychology is a broad field that includes various sub-disciplines such as clinical psychology, cognitive psychology, developmental psychology etc. It uses scientific methods to study and understand human mind and behavior.
Analogy
Think of modern psychology like a toolbox. Just as a toolbox has different tools for different tasks (hammer for nails, screwdriver for screws), modern psychology has different sub-disciplines each with its own focus area.
Related terms
Clinical Psychology: This branch of psychology focuses on diagnosing and treating mental disorders.
Cognitive Psychology: This discipline studies how people perceive, think about, remember, and learn about the world around them.
Developmental Psychology: This field examines how humans grow and change over the course of their life.
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