What is psychology?
Directions: For this paper, you will focus on answering the following question: What is psychology? After researching different sources, you will then synthesize your findings & ideas.
Your paper should include the following sections:
Introduction: Introduce your readers to your topic. This is your chance to grasp the
reader’s attention. Make sure to also include a thesis statement.
What is Psychology: In this section, you will support your ideas with research (in-text
citations).
Different Types of Psychology: Include all of the different types of psychology. Explain
what each branch entails. What makes them different? What makes them similar?
What are some of the different sectors/ environments that psychologists work in?
Which one would you like to explore more if given the chance to work in the field?
Different Types of Therapy: Include the different types of therapy offered. What are
some similarities? What are the differences? Who founded which therapy style?
Which one would you use if you were a psychologist, on what kind of patient would you use it, and why?
Conclusion: This section will summarize your paper. No new information should be in this section.
References: Include your sources in APA style. The reference section has its own page.
