The term "psychology" refers to a broad scientific field that includes the study of human cognitions, behavior and motivation. Countless techniques are used to conduct research, which will lead to the development of even more techniques that can be used in counseling, business and daily life.

Case Studies

A case study refers to the in-depth analysis of a single individual, event or group. In the field of psychology, case studies are used to learn about exceptionally rare phenomena, such as a disorder that afflicts only a handful of people.

Experimental Designs

Researchers design experiments to test the effects of specific variables. These studies can be conducted in a natural setting in a lab and are generally well controlled. This allows researchers to change small and specific parts of the environment to easily observe resulting changes.

Rational Emotive Behavioral Therapy

Rational Emotive Behavioral Therapy is a therapeutic technique developed through extensive research in psychology. This technique requires an individual to recognize triggers that cause negative cognitive responses such as stress, anxiety or depression. Various techniques within this technique are then be used to help the individual recognize that the triggers themselves do not cause negative cognitive reactions, but instead their interpretation of the trigger.

Person-Centered Therapy

Person-centered therapy is a therapeutic technique used in psychology that focuses on the relationship between a counselor and client. The counselor attempts to provide unconditional acceptance to the client while attempting to truly listen and empathize with her struggles.

Bystander Effect

Researchers in social psychology have discovered a phenomenon called the bystander effect. It explains that the more people who observe an emergency situation, the less likely anyone is to help. Because of this finding, psychologists have found that one person--probably the one in danger--should point to a specific individual and tell him what to do to help. Emergency teams, police officers, and other professionals working in dangerous situations frequently use similar techniques derived from social psychology to control crowds.

Source:

ChangingMinds.org: Bystander Effect

CounsellingResource.com: An Introduction to Rational Emotive Behavioral Therapy

Fullerton.edu: Methods in Behavior Research