Different Fields of Psychology

Clinical Psychology

assess and treat mental, emotional, and behavioral disorders

School Psychology

supports students learning, behavior, and mental health in school settings

Developmental Psychology

study how people change and develop across the lifespan (from infancy to old age)

Social Psychology

explore how people influence one another, including topics life attitudes, prejudice, conformity, and group behavior

Counseling Psychology

help people with everyday challenges such as school, work, relationships, and life transitions

Educational Psychology

study how people learn and develop effective teaching methods and educational programs

Personality Psychology

investigate out persistent traits, individual differences, and what makes people unique

Experimental Psychology

use controlled research methods to study behavior and mental processes

Industrial/Organizational Psychology

study and advise on behavior in the workplace to improve productivity, job satisfaction, and working conditions

Consumer Psychology

study the behavior of consumers and what influences buying decisions

Health Psychology

study the link between psychology and physical health, and how behavior affects well-being (stress, health habits, etc…)

Cognitive Psychology

study how we perceive, think, remember, and solve problems

Environmental Psychology

study how the physical environment affects behavior (noise, crowding, temperature, natural settings)

Forensic Psychology

apply psychological principles in the justice system (assessing criminal behavior, competency to stand trial, consulting with law enforcement)

Biological Psychology

research the physical brain and nervous system and how they relate to behavior, mental processes, and genetics

Psychiatry

Medical doctors who can diagnose and prescribe medication to treat mental disorders