How does psychology as a scientific discipline differ from the casual observations we make about the world in everyday life? What are the similarities?

Answer 1

Psychology relies on many observations, tests and statistical data.

What do you think the similarities are?

Answer 2

Psychology uses scientific methods to explore the same topics that interest people in everyday life. Some of these methods are similar to those used by individuals like the participant observer method, although the scientific observer tries to minimize personal biases.

Explore the methods of research chapter in your psychology text for more information.

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