🧠 What is Psychology? – Class 11 Psychology Companion Course

Psychology is the scientific study of mental processes, experiences, and behaviour. It helps us understand how people think, feel, and act—both in everyday life and in complex situations.

The word psychology comes from the Greek words psyche (meaning soul) and logos (meaning study). While early psychology focused on the soul or mind, thinkers like Plato and Aristotle viewed psychology as the study of the soul. Over time, psychology shifted toward scientific methods, focusing on observable behaviour and mental processes. Modern psychology is a scientific discipline that uses observation, experimentation, and analysis to explore human experience.

🔬 Why Psychology Is Considered a Science

Psychology is now recognized as a scientific discipline because it relies on systematic methods to understand behaviour. It uses tools like controlled experiments, surveys, and case studies to gather evidence and test hypotheses. This scientific approach helps psychologists move beyond assumptions and explore human experience with clarity and precision.

🎥 In this video, we gently introduce:

• The definition of psychology as a science
• What psychologists study: thoughts, emotions, actions
• How psychology differs from common sense
• Why psychology matters in understanding ourselves and others

Watch the video to begin your journey into psychology with clarity and comfort. This is part of our Class 11 Psychology Companion Course, shaped with care for students who seek understanding, not just information. 

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👉GeneralPsychology 

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Next in the series: How Psychologists Study Behaviour – Class 11 Psychology Companion Course

 

📚 References

• NCERT Class 11 Psychology Chapter 1 PDF
• LearnCBSE Notes on Psychology
• LearningClassesOnline – Psychology Meaning and Scope