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Psychology is the science that studies the behavior and mind of humans. In their observable behavior it looks at what people do and how they do it. Aside from this, the inner processes are studied as well: how do people feel, what do they think and how do they arrive at their decisions? Literally psychology means ‘the study of the mind’, derived from Ancient Greek, where ‘psyche’ means ‘mind’ and ‘logos’ means ‘doctrine’.

Psychology is the science that studies the behavior and mind of humans. In their observable behavior it looks at what people do and how they do it. Aside from this, the inner processes are studied as well: how do people feel, what do they think and how do they arrive at their decisions? Literally psychology means ‘the study of the mind’, derived from Ancient Greek, where ‘psyche’ means ‘mind’ and ‘logos’ means ‘doctrine’.

By describing and understanding human behavior, psychology also wants to try to predict human behavior. This is easier to do with more general characteristics at a group level than it is on an individual level. It is therefore concerned with the study and understanding of both groups and individuals. This includes looking at what people have in common and what distinguishes them from each other, and what is considered problematic behavior.

There are three main themes within psychology: neuropsychology, which deals with the function of the brain, clinical psychology, which deals with deviant behavior that is considered undesirable by patient or environment, and industrial & organizational psychology, which deals with the individual and joint operation and performance of people in work situations. All in all, psychology is an important discipline that allows us to understand ourselves better through different lines of approach, both as individuals and as a group.

What are the most known and used models and methods? What are their success stories and what are best practices for applying them? These articles are about powerful psychology tools and methods that can help you achieve your goals and better understand the different aspects of psychology.

Herrmann Whole Brain Model

August 31st, 2023

Herrmann Whole Brain Model: this article describes the Herrmann Whole Brain Model ®, developed by Ned Herrmann in a practical way. This article contains a general definition of the model, different styles and a comparison with other models. After…

DISC Personality Test explained

August 23rd, 2023

DISC Personality Test: this article explains the DISC Personality Test by William Moulton Marston in a practical way. The article starts with a general definition and explanation of the DISC test, followed by an explanation of the different personality types…

Personality Type A and B Theory

August 23rd, 2023

Personality type A & B: this article provides a practical explanation of the Personality type A & B. This article contains the definition of personality type A and type B, as well as who developed this theory. The article…

Social Learning Theory (Bandura)

August 22nd, 2023

Social Learning Theory: this article explains the Social Learning Theory, which is developed by Albert Bandura in a practical way. After reading this article you will understand the basics of this powerful process to master skills. What is the…

Schema Therapy explained

August 22nd, 2023

Schema Therapy: this article explains Schema Therapy, developed by Jeffrey Young in a practical way. Next to what it is, this article also highlights what schemas are, the basic emotional needs, coping styles and why is schema therapy needed. After…

Dunning Kruger Effect explained

August 22nd, 2023

Dunning Kruger effect: This article explains the Dunning Kruger effect in a practical way. After reading it, you will understand the basics of this powerful psychology tool. What is the Dunning Kruger effect? The explanation The Dunning Kruger effect is…

Premack Principle explained

August 21st, 2023

Premack principle: this article explains the Premack Principle, developed by David Premack in a practical way. This article contains the general definition of the Premack Principle, its origins, the Theory of Mind and some criticism on the model. After…

Tal Ben-Shahar’s Happiness Model

August 21st, 2023

Tal Ben-Shahar’s happiness model: this article explains Tal Ben-Shahar’s happiness model or hamburger model, in a practical way. After reading, you’ll understand the basics of this powerful psychology tool. What is Tal Ben-Shahar’s Happiness Model? The happiness model, also…

Applied Behaviour Analysis explained

August 21st, 2023

Applied Behaviour Analysis: this article explains Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA) in a practical way. Next to what it is (definition), this article also highlights the theory as therapy in skill enhancement, the background, the Characteristics, the environment as a fundamental…

Contact Hypothesis theory explained

August 21st, 2023

Contact Hypothesis Theory: this article explains the Contact Hypothesis Theory in a practical way. Next to what it is, this article also highlights the intergroup contact and prejudice, stereotypes and discrimination, the conditions and contact hypothesis examples. After reading you…

5G model explained

August 16th, 2023

5G Model: This article explains the 5G model in a practical way. Next to what it is, this article also higlights why it is important to analyze our own behavior, the five G’s explained and a pratical example. After reading…

Big Five Personality Test

August 15th, 2023

Big Five Personality Test: this article explains the Big Five Personality Test in a practical way. This article contains the general defintion of the Big Five Personality Test, the traits that are being studied like extraversion, neuroticisim and agreeableness, and…
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