Psychophysics

The word psychophysics is derived from two words (psycho, which means mind or experience and physics that means…

Neurotransmitters and behavior

Scientists have identified several chemical substances at synapses in the nervous system and the junction between…

Neurons and nerve impulses

The human brain consists of about 150 billion nerve cells (also called neurons), which are connected.  Neurons:…

History and Origin of Psychology

Although the study of mental processes and behavior can be traced back to ancient Greece, Psychology…

What Happens to the Brain When We are Sleeping?

An average human being spends one-third of their life sleeping. Sleeping is one of the most…

Where Do Psychologists Work? Sub-fields of Psychology

Psychology is a highly interdisciplinary field and the people who pursue this discipline work in various…

Differences between a psychologist and a psychiatrist

A few years ago, when I told my friends that I want to be a psychologist,…

Biological Basis of Behaviour: The Nervous System

The nervous system is a complex network of neurons that regulates bodily processes and is responsible…

What is Psychology? | Definition of Psychology

The word psychology is derived from the Greek words ‘Psyche‘ and ‘logos.’ The term ‘psyche‘ means soul,…

Why Study Psychology?

Psychology is one of the most sought after undergraduate majors all around the world. Why is…