In the vast field of psychology, there are numerous fascinating concepts that have been studied to understand human behavior and its applications. From exploring the intricacies of cognition and perception to delving into the depths of personality and motivation, psychology provides valuable insights into the human mind. In this blog post, we will embark on a journey through the various concepts studied under psychology, examining the issues they address and the practical applications they offer. By gaining a deeper understanding of these concepts, we can unravel the complexities of human behavior and apply this knowledge to improve individuals’ well-being and tackle societal challenges. So, let’s dive into the intriguing world of psychology and explore its issues and applications.

Concepts:

1. Psychological Measurement of Individual Differences

The nature of individual differences. Characteristics and construction of standardized psychological tests. Types of psychological tests. Use, misuse and limitation of psychological tests. Ethical issues in the use of psychological tests.

2. Psychological well-being and Mental Disorders

Concept of health-ill health positive health, well-being casual factors in Mental disorders (Anxiety disorders, mood disorders; schizophrenia and delusional disorders; personality disorders, substance abuse disorders). Factors influencing positive health, well-being; lifestyle and quality of life; Happiness disposition.

3. Therapeutic Approaches

Psychodynamic therapies. Behaviour therapies. Client centered therapy. Cognitive therapies. Indigenous therapies (Yoga, Meditation). Biofeedback therapy. Prevention and rehabilitation of the mentally ill; Fostering mental health.

4. Work Psychology and Organizational Behaviour

Personnel selection and training. Use of Psychological tests in the industry. Training and human resource development. Theories of work motivation. Herzberg, Maslow, Adam Equity theory, Porter and Lawler, Vroom; Leadership and participatory management; Advertising and marketing; Stress and its management; Ergonomics; consumer psychology; Managerial effectiveness; Transformational leadership; Sensitivity training; Power and politics in organizations.

5. Application of Psychology to Educational Field

Psychological principles underlying effective teaching-learning process. Learning styles. Gifted, retarded, learning disabled and their training. Training for improving memory and better academic achievement. Personality development and value education. Educational, vocational guidance and Career counselling. Use of Psychological tests in educational institutions; Effective strategies in guidance programmes.

6. Community Psychology

Definition and concept of Community Psychology. Use of small groups in social action. Arousing Community consciousness and action for handling social problems. Group decision making and leadership for social change. Effective strategies for social change.

7. Rehabilitation Psychology

Primary, secondary and tertiary prevention programmes – role of psychologists. Organising of services for rehabilitation of physically, mentally and socially challenged persons including old persons. Rehabilitation of persons suffering from substance abuse, juvenile delinquency, criminal behaviours. Rehabilitation of victims of violence. Rehabilitation of HIV/AIDS victims, the role of social agencies.

8. Application of Psychology to disadvantaged groups

The concepts of disadvantaged, deprivation social, physical, cultural and economic consequences of disadvantaged and deprived groups. Educating and motivating the disadvantaged towards development; Relative and prolonged deprivation.

9. Psychological problem of social integration

The concept of social integration. The problem of caste, class, religion and language conflicts and prejudice. Nature and manifestation of prejudice between the ingroup and outgroup. Casual factors of such conflicts and prejudices. Psychological strategies for handling conflicts and prejudices. Measures to achieve social integration.

10. Application of Psychology in Information Technology and Mass Media

The present scenario of information technology and the mass media boom and the role of psychologists. Selection and training of Psychology professionals to work in the field of IT and mass media. Distance learning through IT and mass media. Entrepreneurship through e-commerce. Multilevel marketing. Impact of TV and fostering value through IT and mass media. Psychological consequences of recent developments in Information Technology.

11. Psychology and Economic development

Achievement motivation and economic development. Characteristics of entrepreneurial behaviour. Motivating and Training people for entrepreneurship and economic development; Consumer rights and consumer awareness, Government policies for promotion of entrepreneurship among youth including women entrepreneurs.

12. Application of Psychology to environment and related fields

Environmental Psychology effects of noise, pollution and crowding. Population Psychology: Psychological consequence of population explosion and high population density. Motivating for small family norms. Impact of rapid scientific and technological growth on degradation of environment.

13. Application of psychology in other fields

(a) Military Psychology:

Devising psychological tests for defence personnel for use in selection, Training, counselling; training psychologists to work, with defence personnel in promoting positive health; Human engineering in defence.

(b) Sports Psychology:

Psychological interventions in improving performance of athletes and sports. Persons participating in Individual and Team Games.

(c ) Media influences on pro and anti-social behaviour

(d) Psychology of Terrorism

14. Psychology of Gender:

Issues of discrimination, Management of diversity; Glass ceiling effect, Self-fulfilling prophesy, Women and Indian society.

Read detailed Articles on:

1. Psychological Measurement of Individual Differences
2. Psychological well-being and Mental Disorders
3. Therapeutic Approaches
4. Work Psychology and Organisational Behaviour
5. Application of Psychology to Educational Field
6. Community Psychology
7. Rehabilitation Psychology
8. Application of Psychology to disadvantaged groups
9. Psychological problem of social integration
10. Application of Psychology in Information Technology and Mass Media
11. Psychology and Economic development
12. Application of Psychology to environment and related fields
13. Application of psychology in other fields
14. Military Psychology
15. Sports Psychology
16. Media influences on pro and anti-social behaviour
17. Psychology of Terrorism
18. Psychology of Gender