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INTRODUCTION TO PSYCHOLOGY

Introduction 

“Introduction to psychology” deals with various mental processes and analysis of behaviour is done through various techniques adopted by psychologists. Various cognitive behaviour therapy is widely used for treating mood and behaviour disorder of individuals and it helps to treat various mental disorders and behaviour problems of individuals with ease. “Introduction to psychology” deals with brain functioning and it is a branch of medical science which is used to cure numerous cognitive and behavioural problems by adopting psychotherapy. Psychology benefits human society in a number of ways and it plays a decisive role in improving the world.  

What is the role of psychology in society?

Psychology has an indispensable role in society and it has huge application in modern society. In   modern times, introduction to psychology and its application helps to protect people from various physical and emotional harm and it helps to cope up with depression. Psychologists in society play a significant role in stress management of individuals by adopting various psychotherapy and it helps to maintain peace and harmony within society. In order to diagnose and manage stress of people, “introduction to psychology” has an immense contribution to society. 

How psychology helps in stress management and depression prevention?

“Introduction of psychology” and its understanding are necessary for managing conflicting and stressful situations in life. People nowadays face lots of hurdles due to economic constraints and other reasons which pose depression and anxiety among individuals. In order to manage stress and prevent depression psychologists play an indispensable role in stress management. In order to manage suicidal thoughts and depression psychologist used various psychotherapy and provides them antipsychotics for preventing unforeseen situation that may arise due to stress and depression of an individual. 

What are different branches of psychology?

Psychology is a multidisciplinary subject which deals with various branches and sub disciplines. Some branches associated with psychology are forensic psychology, business psychology along with family psychology. This psychology and its branch have a huge contribution in social psychology and its framework. Family psychology deals with various family matters which creates conflict within the family and disturbs the mood of an individual. Psychologists use various psychotherapy for curing mood disorders and it helps to tackle disturbing situations with ease. In order to do criminal investigation related to legal affairs, forensic psychology plays an indispensable role in analysing matters and the mind of a convict. Business psychology deals with the workplace environment and its impact on employees and their work.  

What is psychotherapy and what role do they play in modern medical science application?

Psychotherapy implies uses of various methods and techniques of psychology for changing behaviour of individuals to overcome life problems. It is necessary to use psychotherapy for tackling various emotional disturbances of an individual and it helps to overcome life problems with ease. Psychotherapy has a different approach in its application and it helps to balance the social life of an individual. Psychotherapy uses behaviour therapy, cognitive therapy along with holistic therapy for treating behaviour and mood swings of an individual and it helps to tackle conflicting situations with ease. 

What are the various applications of psychology?

“Introduction to psychology” is a vast area and it has immense application in modern times. In education psychology, psychologists state behaviour problems of students to their family members and teachers and it results in improvement of academic performance of students. In addition to this, Counselling psychology deals with behaviour and mood of an individual and uses psychotherapy for improving behaviour of individuals. It is necessary to give priority to behaviour of individuals for social needs and it plays a significant role in improving the overall psychological health of an individual. In school education many children suffered with ADHD for their hyperactivity and through education psychology, psychotherapists used various psychotherapy for treating their illness for bringing productivity and growth in their education. There are also lots of other applications of psychology such as clinical, cognitive and behavioural psychology for treating various problems of individuals with ease.