PSYCHOLOGY / Environmental Psychology

Paper · Semantic Scholar

Islamic boarding schools (pesantren), as Islamic educational institutions, play a strategic role in shaping the character, morals, and spirituality of students. However, modern challenges, such as cases of sexual violence in educational settings, pose a serious problem that undermines the institution's integrity and negatively impacts victims, both physically and psychologically. Sexual violence, especially when the…

Reference · Wikidata

study of the interplay between individuals and their surroundings

Encyclopedia · Wikipedia

Environmental psychology is a branch of psychology that explores the relationship between humans and the external world. It examines the way in which the natural- and our built environments shape us as individuals. Environmental psychology investigates how humans change the environment and how the environment influences humans' experiences and behaviors. The field defines the term environment broadly, encompassing n…

Book · DOAB

This open access book examines an interdependent approach to happiness and well-being, one that contrasts starkly with dominant approaches that have originated from Western culture(s). It highlights the diversity of potential pathways towards happiness and well-being globally, and answers calls - voiced in the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals - for more socially and environmentally sustainable models. Leading glob…

Full text · Open Library

*A comprehensive introduction to the scientific study of mind and behavior. Designed for students and general readers, the book explains major psychological concepts through clear writing, research-based insights, and real-world examples. It covers key areas such as biological foundations, mental health, and social behavior, With its structured chapters, visual aids, and emphasis on critical thinking, Psychology ser…

Image · DPLA

Michelle McCauley, professor of psychology at Middlebury College, is interested in using psychology to help encourage and motivate pro-environmental behaviors. In this talk, McCauley shares a brief background on Conservation Psychology, which seeks to use what we know about psychology specifically to encourage and understand conservation behaviors. In addition, she will discuss some of the questions she and her stud…