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Explore the mind, behavior, and the Department of Psychology

By nature, we are curious individuals. Within the Department of Psychology, our curiosity runs deep and we are fascinated by the brain, behavior, and emotions. Here are just a few of the areas we are scientifically investigating:

How the brain processes information
Cultural influences on development
How society conceptualizes and treats mental illness
What affects our biological rhythms and aggression
How attitudes are shaped
What influences our judgment and decision making
How human relationships develop
How stress effects our health, brain, and emotions

Ohio State's Department of Psychology – celebrating 100 years of academic excellence – is recognized nationally as a leader in research, teaching and service.

If you're seeking to further understand the complexity of the brain, behavior, and emotions, our development as humans, and how we relate with others...then the Department of Psychology may be the place for you.

Learn about the real-world impact you can have in the field of Psychology.... Professor Barbara Andersen (photo, in yellow suit) is helping women all over the world cope with the stress brought on by breast cancer. Watch the CNN story below. (2 min.)