Consequently, there are many different types of psychologists working in a variety of settings. The study of brain and behavior, criminal conduct, mental disorders, problems of adjustment, the development of children, personality differences, gender differences, and the effects people have on one another, are just a few examples of what psychologists study. Some psychologists study behavior in the laboratory, others study behavior in more applied settings. These are the Applied Psychologists and they typically work outside of a university setting. For example, clinical psychologists and clinical neuropsychologists may work in hospitals, prisons, or private practice assessing and diagnosing mental disorders, and providing therapy for these disorders.
Health psychologists are interested in the links between behavior and health.
They investigate behavioral and psychological factors in the development of cancer and heart disease, devise techniques to manage stress and pain, and identify health-promoting behaviors. Other applied areas include School Psychology, Forensic Psychology and Sports Psychology. The most compelling reasons to study Psychology at StFX are the excellence of the program, the opportunity to get to know and work closely with your professors, and the very high probability of being accepted to a graduate or professional program after graduation. Whether or not you intend to pursue Psychology as a career, you will benefit from our small classes and the fact that we are an undergraduate university with an emphasis on teaching. The Psychology Department at StFX is committed to excellence in both teaching and research.