There are plenty of great reasons to learn about psychology, even if you don’t plan to become a psychology major or work in a psychology-related profession. Psychology is all around you and touches on every aspect of your life! Who you are now, how you will be in the future, and how you interact with family, friends, and strangers
Learn About Research Methods
A basic understanding of psychological research methods can help you better understand some of the many claims that you’ll encounter in books, magazines, television shows, and movies
- Becoming a better-informed consumer of psychology means that you will be equipped to sort out the truth from the fiction
Develop insight into mental illness
While you might not be interested in becoming a psychotherapist, studying psychology can help you better understand how psychological conditions are diagnosed and treated.
Help You in Your Future Career
Psychology can help you in many other professions
- For example, if you want to become a business manager, understanding human behavior can improve your ability to manage and interact with your employees
- There are plenty of exciting careers in psychology to explore
Learn About Human Development
Understanding how people change and grow throughout the lifespan can make it easier to understand the children in your life, as well as your aging parents
