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   Psy·chol·o·gy

   /sīˈkäləjē/

   

   noun

   • 1. the scientific study of the human mind and its functions, especially those affecting behavior in a given context. Similar study of the mindscience of the mindscience of the personalitystudy of the mental processes
   • ▪ the mental characteristics or attitude of a person or group: "the psychology of Americans in the 1920s" Similar mindsetmindmental processesthought processesway of thinkingcast of mindframe of mindturn of mindmentalitypersonapsyche(mental) attitude(s)makeupcharacterdispositiontemperamenttemperbehaviorinformal:what makes someone tick
   • ▪ the mental and emotional factors governing a situation or activity: "the psychology of interpersonal relationships"

   Word Origin late 17th century: from modern Latin psychologia(see psycho-, -logy).

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2. www.merriam-webster.com › dictionary › psychologyPsychology Definition & Meaning - Merriam-Webster

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   1. : the science or study of mind and behavior. 2. : the particular ways in which an individual or group thinks or behaves. Etymology. from scientific Latin psychologia "the study of the mind and behavior," derived from Greek psychē "soul, mind" and Greek -logia "science, study".

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   Psychology is the study of the mind and behavior. It arose as a discipline distinct from philosophy in the late 19th century.

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   PSYCHOLOGY definition: 1. the scientific study of the way the human mind works and how it influences behaviour, or the…. Learn more.

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   Nov 8, 2022 · Psychology is both an applied and academic field that benefits both individuals and society as a whole. A large part of psychology is devoted to the diagnosis and treatment of mental health issues, but that's just the tip of the iceberg when it comes to the impact of psychology.

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   Psychology is the study of the human mind, and is the basis for many forms of mental health treatment, particularly psychotherapy. Psychology plays a role in our behaviors, emotions, relationships, personality, and much more. Explore the various types of psychology, their history and the major theorists behind them, and apply this knowledge to ...

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   Psychology is the study of the mind, mental processes, and behaviors of humans and animals. The term psychology is used to describe many specific areas of study. Generally, psychology is interested in the brain and, more specifically, why we think the way we do.

8. www.bbc.co.uk › science › humanbodyBBC Science | Human Body & Mind | What is Psychology?

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   Feb 12, 2004 · What is Psychology? Psychology: the science of the mind; How do psychologists study the mind? Human behaviour: the raw data of psychology; Psychology and other disciplines; Branches of psychology