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Ch. 1
2nd Edition Psychology PSY1103 University of Central Oklahoma
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Psychology
Undergraduate 1
09/11/2012

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Psychology
Definition
The scientific study of thought and behavior
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Cognitive psychology
Definition
The study of how people perceive, remember, think, speak, and solve problems
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Developmental psychology
Definition
The study of how thought and behavior change and remain stable across the life span
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Behavioral neuroscience
Definition
The study of the links among brain, mind, and behavior.
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Biological psychology
Definition
The study of the relationship between bodily systems and chemicals and how they influence behavior and thought
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Clinical psychology
Definition
The diagnosis and treatment of mental, emotional, and behavioral disorders and the promotion of psychological health
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Personality psychology
Definition
The study of what makes people unique and the consistencies in people's behavior across time and situations
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Social psychology
Definition
The study of how living among influences thought, feeling, and behavior
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Health psychology
Definition
The study of the role psychological factors play in regard to physical health and illness
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Educational psychology
Definition
The study of how students learn, the effectiveness of particular teaching techniques, the social psychology of schools, and the psychology of teaching
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Industrial/organizational (I/O) psychology
Definition
Application of psychological concepts and questions to work settings
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Sports psychology
Definition
The study of psychological factors in sports and exercise
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Forensic psychology
Definition
Field that blends psychology, law, and criminal justice
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