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The academic discipline and the study of mental processes and behavior. Also used for the mental and emotional factors governing a situation or individual.
Referring to psychology as a field of study or science.
The standard term for the academic discipline of psychology.
He is majoring in psychology.
Psychology classes are very interesting.
Referring to the psychological aspects of a person, group, or situation.
Refers to the mental state, mindset, or psychological factors. Often used in compounds.
It's important to understand consumer psychology.
His psychology is complex.
Adjectival form meaning 'psychological'.
He has psychological problems.
Referring to the characteristic attitude or mentality of a person or group.
心理学 (しんりがく) is the formal academic discipline. 心理 (しんり) refers to the mental processes themselves, similar to 'psyche' or 'mentality'. Use 心理学 for the field of study, and 心理 for psychological aspects of a situation.
Specifically means 'psychological state' or 'mental state'.
I'm worried about her psychological state.
He has a professional mentality.