Psychology is the scientific study of behavior and the mental processes that determine behavior. What psychologists do. Psychologists conduct basic and applied research.
Psychologists serve as consultants to communities and organizations.
Psychologists diagnose and treat people for mental and medical disorders. Psychologists teach future psychologists and other students. Psychologists study how people relate to each other and to machines. It is their job to work toward improving these relationships. A degree in psychology prepares students for a wide variety of careers.