Studying Psychology
Psychology is the science of behaviour. Psychologists study
the way humans (and other animals) interact with the world
and each other. For example, Psychology examines how our abilities
change with age, and what might underlie abnormal behaviour.
It investigates how we process and store information using
our senses and memory, and how our experiences shape our behaviour.
Psychologists also study how behaviour relates to the functioning
of the brain, and why things such as drugs, hormone levels
and lack of sleep can influence the way we behave. Applied
psychologists use this knowledge to address problems as diverse
as sleep disorders, industrial relations, phobias, drug rehabilitation,
aircraft safety and hyperactivity.
For information about Psychology major and minor subject
requirements please refer to the University website at
http://www.otago.ac.nz/courses/subjects/psyc.html
Download the 2010 Psychology
Handbook (Adobe PDF format)
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