• Question: is psychology related to science?

    Asked by went520shes to Sophie P, Emma W, cathyfernandes, Ailish T on 21 Mar 2025.
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      Cathy Fernandes answered on 21 Mar 2025:

      Absolutely – Psychology is a scientific discipline. It is the scientific study of the mind and behaviour – Psychology applies scientific methodology to understand why people act the way that they do. We can then use that knowledge and understanding to address real-world issues.

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    melissau commented on :

    As a vet I didn’t get much training in psychology as part of my vet school degree but recently I’ve been studying psychology to better understand human behaviour . Animals can’t make their own choices, it’s owners who make decisions and choices around managing animals, treating their illnesses etc and I need to better understand how owners make decisions so that I can support them to make the best choices to help their animals.