Definition

A person who studies the mind and behavior, often helping people with mental health issues through therapy and counseling.

Example

The psychologist helped her understand her feelings and cope with stress.

Conversation

I’ve been thinking about seeing a psychologist for my stress lately.

That sounds like a good idea; they can really help with that.

Yeah, I’ve heard they provide great strategies for coping.

Absolutely, talking to a psychologist can make a big difference.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Psychologist → It is formed from "psyche" (from Greek "psukhē", meaning soul or mind) and "-logist" (from Greek "logia", meaning study or discourse). A psychologist is someone who studies the mind or soul.

Memory Tip

Think of 'psyche' as relating to the mind, and '-logist' as someone who studies. This helps you remember that a psychologist is a person who studies the mind.

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