1. WHAT IS PSYCHOLOGY?

2. What is Psychology?
Psychology is the scientific study of mental processes and behavior!!!
Behavior = ANY activity…thinking, learning, believing, wishing, imagining…etc…by humans & animals.

6. There are two types of Psychologists:
Research Psychologists: Study the origin, cause or results of certain behaviors
Applied Psychologists: Make direct use of the findings of research Psychologists; They deal directly with clients.

7. “What is the difference between a Psychiatrist & a Psychologist?”
A Psychiatrist is a medical doctor who may prescribe medications (M.D.)
A Psychologist is someone who has earned their Bachelor’s Degree, Master’s Degree or Doctoral Degree (Ph.D.) & may not prescribe medications.

13. “Where do Psychologists work?”
More than 50% are working as clinicians or counselors
42%: University; College or other educational settings
32%: Business; Industry & self-employed settings
16%: Non-profit organizations
10%: Government

14. *Specialized fields in Psychology…just to name a few!
Media, Adulthood/Aging, Engineering, Law, Mental Retardation, Consumer Behavior, Gender Studies, Psychological Testing, Personality & Social Behavior, Clinical or Abnormal Psychology, Exercise & Sport, Environmental & Psychopharmacology………….