Openstax Psychology Chapter 1 - Key Terms and Definitions

Openstax Psychology Chapter 1 - Key Terms and Definitions American Psychological Association professional organization representing psychologists in the United States Behaviorism focus on observing and controlling behavior biopsychology study of how biology influences behavior Biopsychosocial model perspective that asserts that biology, psychology, and social factors interact to determine an individual's health Clinical psychology area of psychology that focuses on the diagnosis and treatment of psychological disorders and other problematic patterns of behavior Cognitive psychology study of cognitions, or thoughts, and their relationship to experiences and actions Counseling psychology area of psychology that focuses on improving emotional, social, vocational, and other aspects of the lives of psychologically healthy individuals