Department of Psychology
Studying psychology helps develop your knowledge and understanding of behavior to better understand yourself and your environment. You'll acquire skills that improve your performance in the career of your choice and prepare you for graduate study in psychology or related fields such as social work or counseling.

Featured Research
A Unique Look Into Alzheimer's Disease
Using a genetic model he developed, psychology faculty member Kevin Park is probing the earliest indicators of the disease.

Featured Research
Real Health Care Challenges Meet Real Solutions
Students, faculty and community partners come together to learn about local and global health disparities and develop solutions.

Featured Research
Changing Minds about Palliative Care
If "palliative care" makes you scared or anxious, you're not alone, but a Central Michigan University researcher wants to change your perspective.

Featured Research
The Impacts of Screen Time and Social Media
Dr. Sarah Domoff, a clinical psychology faculty member, leads the Family Health Lab. She studies how social media affects teens' mental health.