When comparing the academic field of psychology to "pop psych," all of the following are true of psychology EXCEPT:

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While self-improvement and improved relationships may be goals for some individuals seeking therapy within the field of psychology, they are not the overarching goals of the field itself. The goals of psychology involve the scientific study of behavior, mental processes, and their underlying neural and physiological mechanisms, with the aim of understanding and explaining human behavior and mental states.

When Comparing the Academic Field of Psychology to "Pop Psych