Redwood City,
CA,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Associate's Degree
Psychology is the scientific study of behavior and mental processes, encompassing a wide range of topics from biological to social sciences. It examines two key connections: how brain functions relate to behavior, and how environmental factors influence actions. This discipline explores both human and animal behavior and cognition. While often focusing on individuals (as seen in personality studies, developmental research, and clinical practice), it also examines how group dynamics affect people. Psychology combines theoretical research with real-world applications, employing rigorous scientific methods including observation, experimentation, and data analysis to contribute to both natural and social scientific knowledge.