psy·chol·o·gy

/sīˈkäləjē/

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noun
1. the scientific study of the human mind and its functions, especially those affecting
behavior in a given context.
synonyms: study of the mind, science of the mind, science of the personality, study of the mental
processes
"she has a degree in psychology"
o the mental characteristics or attitude of a person or group.
plural noun: psychologies
"the psychology of Americans in the 1920s"
synonyms: mindset, mind, mental processes, thought processes, way of thinking, cast of
mind, frame of mind, turn of mind, mentality, persona, psyche, (mental)
attitude(s), makeup, character, disposition, temperament, temper, behavior;
informalwhat makes someone tick
"research on the psychology of the road user"
o the mental and emotional factors governing a situation or activity.
"the psychology of interpersonal relationships"

Definition of psychology. 1 : the science of mind and behavior. 2a : the mental or behavioral
characteristics of an individual or group. b : the study of mind and behavior in relation to a
particular field of knowledge or activity.
Psychology is defined as the science that deals with emotional and mental processes. An
example of psychology is the course of study that someone takes to become a
therapist. Psychology is the summary of a person's characteristics including how they think,
feel or behave.
Psychology is a broad field that encompasses the study of human thought, behavior,
development, personality, emotion, motivation, and more. Gaining a richer and deeper
understanding of psychology can help people achieve insights into their own actions as well as
a better understanding of others.
Among the major goals of psychology are to describe, explain, predict, and improve human
behavior.