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Psychology is the science of mind and behaviour. The discipline examines the role of mental functions in individual and social behavior, while also exploring the physiological and neurobiological processes that trigger certain functions and behaviours. The immediate goal in psychology is to understand humanity by both discovering general principles and exploring specific cases. Many practitioners of applied psychology believe that one of the objectives of the field is to benefit society. Psychologists investigate such concepts as perception, cognition, attention, emotion, phenomenology, motivation, brain functioning, personality, behavior and interpersonal relationships.

While psychological knowledge is typically applied to the assessment and treatment of mental health problems, it is also applied to understanding and solving problems in many different spheres of human activity. Following a degree in psychology, you can choose to be involved in some kind of therapeutic role (clinical, counseling, and school positions). Alternatively, you can do scientific research on a wide range of topics related to mental processes and social behavior (typically in university psychology departments) and/or teach such knowledge in academic settings. Also, working in industrial and organizational settings in relevant roles (e.g., human resources or training and employee development) is an option for those with a degree in the field.

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    With an M.S. in Addiction Counseling from Walden, you can help create positive social change in your community and in society at large. Waldens online degree program helps prepare you to provide treatment plans and develop intervention strategies for individuals whose lives have been impacted by substance abuse and other behavioral addictions.

  • Master in Clinical Psychology

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    One of the few programs of its kind available online, Walden Universitys M.S. in Forensic Psychology explores research methods to evaluate and analyze programs focusing on incarcerated or recently released offenders. Apply psychological theories and concepts as you identify offenders, including juveniles, in a wide range of forensic settings. Through a range of specializations, you can focus your study on issues in the field that most interest you and best fit your career goals.

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    With an M.S. in Addiction Counseling from Walden, you can help create positive social change in your community and in society at large. Waldens online degree program helps prepare you to provide treatment plans and develop intervention strategies for individuals whose lives have been impacted by substance abuse and other behavioral addictions.

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    With an M.S. in Addiction Counseling from Walden, you can help create positive social change in your community and in society at large. Waldens online degree program helps prepare you to provide treatment plans and develop intervention strategies for individuals whose lives have been impacted by substance abuse and other behavioral addictions.

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    Gain an understanding of the foundations of psychology and human behavior and learn to apply psychological theory and research to real-world situations in clinical settings. Promote positive social change by applying psychological theory, research, and practice in an academic or professional setting. If you are interested in earning your doctoral degree or becoming a licensed clinical psychologist, Waldens M.S. in Clinical Psychology will give you a solid foundation for your next steps toward those goals.

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  • Master in Psychology

    Walden Universitys M.S. in Psychology examines the social, cultural, and cognitive aspects of human behavior through a fundamental understanding of psychology principles. This program offers a range of specializations, providing the opportunity to evaluate and design research methods based on your individual interests and goals.


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