So, you want t take a psychology class?

Whether it be an elective you want to take before

deciding on your degree or you just want to take it for

fun to learn more, there are a few things you should

know before you sign up for a psychology class.

Number one

It's going to be general.

There are different subfields of psychology. Usually

psychology is reffered to as the

relationship between

brain functions and behavior or environment.

The different types of fields are

forensic psychology, child psychology,

development, media,

military... The list goes on.

If you want to take a

basic introduction to psychology, you will

most likely be taught a general view of all

the subfields.

Number two. When you take a

psychology course and begin to learn

the different disorders people have, it may

make you obligated to self-diagnose

either yourself or your friends or family.

You have to be careful with this though. You may

start to agree with the symptoms of certain disorders.

If you find this happening, you should seek a

professional opinion. Even though you are

learning about psychology, you are far

from professional and it's good to seek help

if you need it.

Number three. You do not learn

therapy techniques.

You will learn about different disorders and what

influences them but you do not

learn how to treat them or diagnose them.

Being a psychology student gives you an advantage though

to seek professional help for those people in need.

It is important to not take a professional