What is Psychology?

It's the scientific study of mind and behaviour.

If you are considering studying Psychology at AS or A level or already are, and want more information, we may have some links to help your search.

 HEALTH WARNING: Studying psychology could seriously damage your credibility as you will actually want to read on and find out more from your textbooks!


 What is it about?

Psychologists study human behaviour in all its forms, shapes, sizes, ages. As groups, as individuals, sick and well.

They ask questions like; 'Why do they do that?'; 'What causes that behaviour?'; 'How can I investigate it?'; What do my findings say about life, the universe and everything?'; 'Can we improve any aspect of human lifestyles on the strength of our research?'

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