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Department of Psychology (University of Wisconsin-Madison)

The Department of Psychology at the University of Wisconsin-Madison is an academic program that studies how people think, feel, and behave. It explores various areas such as cognition, emotion, development, social interaction, and mental health. The department conducts research to understand the mind and behavior, offers undergraduate and graduate degrees, and trains students to become psychologists, researchers, or professionals in related fields. Its goal is to advance knowledge about human and animal behavior, and to apply this understanding to improve well-being and address social and mental health challenges.