Industrial-Organizational Psychology Notes

What is IO Psychology?

A branch of psychology that studies how human behavior and psychology aff work and how they are affected by work.

What are examples of places Industrial-Organizational psychologists work in?

Academia, Government, Consulting firms, and Business

What are two areas of IO Psychology?

Industrial and Organizational Psychology

What is Industrial Psychology?

Studies job characteristics, applicant characteristics, and how to match them. Also, studies employee training and performance appraisal.

What does Industrial Psychology focus on?

Focuses on hiring and retaining employees. Considers issues of legality regarding discrimination in hiring.

What is Organizational Psychology?

Study interactions between people working in organizations and the effects of those interactions on productivity.

What does Organizational Psychology focus on?

Interested in worker satisfaction, motivation, commitment, management and leadership styles, social norms, and role expectations. Considers harassment and workplace violence.

What aspects of a job can contribute to both reducing and increasing mental health?

Hours worked; feeling valued/respected; pay; job satisfaction

True or False: Research finds that male employees are more likely to suffer from depression as compared to female employees.

Why do you think that this is true or false?

False. Research typically finds that female employees are more likely to suffer from depression compared to male employees. While both genders can experience depression, studies show that women are generally at higher risk, likely due to a combination of biological, social, and cultural factors. These may include hormonal differences, higher social expectations, and greater likelihood of experiencing certain life stressors, such as caregiving responsibilities.