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Page 1: Introduction to Psychology. -The scientific study of behavior and mental processes. *Uses scientific research methods. *Behavior includes all observable

MODULE 1 NOTESIntroduction to Psychology

Psychology

-The scientific study of behavior and mental processes.

*Uses scientific research methods.*Behavior includes all observable behavior.*Mental processes include thoughts, feelings and dreams.

Job Breakdown in Psychology Field

Page 4: Introduction to Psychology. -The scientific study of behavior and mental processes. *Uses scientific research methods. *Behavior includes all observable

To be a Psychologist…-Need a doctorate graduate degree*May take 4-6 years to earn a doctorate in a subfield

Page 5: Introduction to Psychology. -The scientific study of behavior and mental processes. *Uses scientific research methods. *Behavior includes all observable

Clinical Psychologist

-Diagnose and treat patients with psychological problems*Largest number of professional psychologists (about 48%)

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Basic Research-Pure science or research*Research for the sake of finding new information and expanding the knowledge base of psychology*Examples of basic researchers: neuropsychologists, social psychologists, developmental psychologists, cognitive psychologists

Page 7: Introduction to Psychology. -The scientific study of behavior and mental processes. *Uses scientific research methods. *Behavior includes all observable

Applied Research-Research designed to solve specific practical problems*Examples of applied researchers: forensic psychologists, sports psychologists, educational psychologists, human-factors psychologists, Industrial/Organizational Psychologists, School psychologists, consumer psychologists, Rehabilitation psychologists, health psychologists, and social workers

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