psychology
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/saɪˈkɑːlədʒi/
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/saɪˈkɒlədʒi/
the study of the mind and behavior
She studies psychology to understand how people think and act.
how someone's mind makes them think or act
Understanding the psychology of a character helps actors play their roles better.
how the mind affects behavior in a specific area
The psychology of group behavior is an important topic in social psychology.