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Psychology
is the science of behavior and mental processes (perception, emotion,
and cognition), and the application of the knowledge acquired to
the resolution of personal and social problems. For students seeking
either a B.A. or B.S., the Department of Psychology offers a major
in psychology with an optional applied concentration in either human
performance or counseling/clinical psychology.
The concentration in human performance
combines the related specialties of human factors and industrial/organizational
(I/O) psychology. Human factors applies psychology to the design
of systems, machines, and products so that people can use them more
comfortably, safely, and effectively. I/O psychology applies psychology
to improve the productivity and satisfaction of members of organizations
(such as employees in manufacturing plants).
The concentration in counseling/clinical
psychology combines the related areas of counseling psychology
and clinical psychology. Counseling psychology applies psychology
to common problems in living, such as in choosing a career or resolving
issues in a personal relationship. Clinical psychology applies psychology
not only to common problems in living but also to psychological
disorders, such as a phobia or a clinical depression. Basic and
applied specialties in psychology are numerous and extraordinarily
diverse. Not all students majoring in psychology pursue one of the
two applied concentrations.
A major in psychology is an excellent choice for some students.
Some students majoring in a different area who have the ability
to complete two majors may wish to major in psychology as well.
Given its nature, it complements many other academic areas.
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