Research psychologists are scientists who study the human brain and behavior. The goal of their work is to discover unknowns and answer questions about how the brain functions and how biological factors, social settings and environmental factors affect the way people act, think and feel.
Who conducts research in psychology?
Scientific research in psychology is generally conducted by people with doctoral degrees (usually the doctor of philosophy [PhD] ) and master's degrees in psychology and related fields, often supported by research assistants with bachelor's degrees or other relevant training.
Can a psychologist conduct research?
Psychology is a varied field. Psychologists conduct basic and applied research, serve as consultants to communities and organizations, diagnose and treat people, and teach future psychologists and those who will pursue other disciplines.
Why do psychologists do research?
The goal of all scientists is to better understand the world around them. Psychologists focus their attention on understanding behavior, as well as the cognitive (mental) and physiological (body) processes that underlie behavior.