Psykologiselta

Psykologiselta is a Finnish word that translates to "psychological" in English. It is an adjective used to describe something pertaining to the mind, its functions, and behaviors. This can encompass a wide range of phenomena, from internal mental processes such as thoughts, emotions, and perceptions, to outward manifestations of behavior.

In academic and scientific contexts, "psykologiselta" would be used to qualify aspects related to the field of psychology. For instance, one might refer to "psykologiselta tutkimus" (psychological research) or "psykologiselta vaikutus" (psychological impact). It can also be applied to describe the nature of an experience or condition, such as a "psykologiselta ongelma" (psychological problem) or a "psykologiselta tarve" (psychological need).

The term signifies an interest in understanding the underlying mental mechanisms that drive human and animal actions, feelings, and cognitive processes. It distinguishes from purely biological or sociological explanations by focusing on the individual's internal world and how it interacts with the external environment. The concept of "psykologiselta" is central to the discipline of psychology and its various subfields, including clinical psychology, cognitive psychology, developmental psychology, and social psychology.