A Colts Neck-based college student Madison Leigh Gerhard has a background in sales and fashion consultancy. Madison Leigh Gerhard attended the Brookdale community college, where she earned 12 college credits and transferred to Florida State University, where she is currently studying for a BS in psychology. The scientific study of the human mind is known as psychology. Modern psychology has developed into a multi-disciplinary field with its origin dating back to 400 BC. Disciplines of psychology include:
1. Clinical Psychology
Coined by Lightner Witmer, clinical psychology uses science theories and practices to facilitate positive change and development in the intellectual, psychological, biological, emotional, social, and behavioral aspects of a patient's life.
2. Developmental psychology
Otherwise referred to as life-span psychology, developmental psychology examines the growth in cognitive, psychophysiological, motivational, and social functions throughout a person's lifetime. Major propounders of this discipline are Jean-Jacques Rousseau and John B. Watson.
3. Forensic psychology
According to the American Board of Forensic Psychology, forensic psychology is that arm of psychology that involves applying psychology-related research and scientific theories to legal situations.
4. Cognitive Psychology
