Psychological science is the scientific study of the mind, brain, and behavior. Researchers and practitioners (like us!) hope to better understand how people think, feel, and act, in addition to how these processes both influence and are influenced by biological, psychological, and social factors. The field is made up of various sub-disciplines, including cognitive psychology, developmental psychology, social psychology, clinical psychology, and neuroscience, each focusing on different aspects of human experience and behavior. Here at the PRIDE Lab, we most often rely on social and clinical approaches.

Psychological researchers conduct empirical studies, using methods such as experiments, observations, and surveys to gather data, test hypotheses, and develop theories. This research can inform business, medical, government, and legal professions on healthy working and social environments as a means to support human life and development.

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