Psychology & Psychiatry

Psychology:

Psychology is the scientific study of the mind and behavior, exploring how people think, feel, and act in different contexts. It examines internal factors like brain activity and personality, as well as external influences such as culture and environment, to promote mental health and well-being.

Key areas include:

• Clinical & Counseling Psychology – Treating mental health conditions
• Cognitive Psychology – Memory, perception, and decision-making
• Developmental Psychology – Growth across the lifespan
• Social & Cultural Psychology – Influence of society and culture
• Health & Educational Psychology – Promoting resilience and learning
• Psychiatry

Psychiatry:

Psychiatry is a medical specialty for diagnosing, treating, and preventing mental, emotional, and behavioral disorders. Psychiatrists are medical doctors trained to address both mental and physical aspects of health.

Common disorders include:

• Autism
• ADHD
• Bipolar Disorder
• Major Depression
• Schizophrenia