Why study psychology?

Psychology is the scientific study of human behavior, mental processes, and overall mental health. When you study psychology you gain insights into the ways human beings act, and this can be beneficial to you personally and professionally. You also get to see your behavior from a new perspective.

• There are many career opportunities in the field

If you study psychology you could go on to become a psychologist, therapist, counselor, or another mental health professional. Many of these careers have high-paying salaries and an abundance of job opportunities. In addition, you can also choose to use your psychology knowledge in other industries, such as marketing and advertising.

• Development and personal growth

Those that study psychology can often benefit from the development of self-awareness, emotional intelligence, and critical thinking skills. In other words, psychology can spur on significant personal growth which is valuable for many reasons.

• You can make an impact

When you study psychology you can make positive impacts on your relationships, and sometimes on society as a whole. This field gives you the tools and knowledge to help others in many different ways, either as a psychology professional or in a different context.

• You gain an understanding of mental health

Psychology can give you keen insights into mental health, mental health conditions, and mental health illnesses. This means you can better understand these areas and help yourself or others address mental health issues.

• Research

When you study psychology you get to use the tools of research and scientific inquiry. Since it is a scientific discipline, psychology can provide an opportunity for you to do interesting and informative research into many different psychological areas.