Monday, 25 April 2016

What is psychology and why do we need it?


Psychology is the scientific study of the human mind and behavior. We need psychology as it can give us a clearer picture on how we think, act, react and communicate with others. Psychology has a big impact on all areas of life, particularly in education, health, the economy, industry and crime. Psychologists work in many different areas of society and are concerned with problems such as: • making sure that people are happy at work and perform to the best of their abilities • supporting the police, courts and prison service to perform more effectively • assisting athletes and sports people to perform better • helping people to overcome depression, stress, trauma or phobias • easing the effects of parental divorce on children • speeding up recovery from brain injury • helping stop or prevent bullying at school or in the workplace • ensuring that school pupils and students are being taught in the most effective way. Psychologists help by applying scientific methods to obtain a better understanding of behaviour. This includes observing, measuring, testing and carrying out statistical analysis with individuals and groups to gain relevant information to support different situations. This enables psychologists to find solutions to problems in various settings.

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