Methodological basis of modern psychological research: an interdisciplinary approach
The article examines the methodological foundations of modern psychological research, emphasizing the importance of an interdisciplinary approach in psychological scientific developments. The authors analyze the key principles, methods and strategies used in psychology, and also focus on the need to integrate different disciplines to achieve deeper and more comprehensive results. An interdisciplinary approach allows us to take into account various aspects of the human psyche, the interaction of the individual and the environment, which opens up new prospects for the development of psychological theories and practices. The article emphasizes the importance of the synergy of psychology with other sciences, such as neurobiology, sociology, philosophy and medicine, which contributes to a more comprehensive study of mental processes and behavior. Particular attention is paid to describing the main areas of application of an interdisciplinary approach in psychology, which include the study of cognitive, emotional and social processes of a person. The article emphasizes that the methodology of modern psychological research is no longer limited to the classical methods of psychological experiments or observations. It actively interacts with other sciences, which allows for more accurate measurements and analyses of mental processes in real time, as well as taking into account the influence of biological, psychological and social factors on the development of individual and collective aspects of the human psyche. The role of an interdisciplinary approach in the context of practical aspects of psychology, in particular in the fields of psychotherapy, prevention of mental disorders and mental health of the population, is also considered. The use of an interdisciplinary approach allows for the creation of new therapeutic methods that take into account not only psychological, but also social and biological aspects of mental health. In general, the article highlights the importance of integrating knowledge from various fields of science for the development of psychology as a scientific discipline and increasing the effectiveness of the practical application of psychological knowledge. An interdisciplinary approach allows not only to enrich the theoretical basis of psychology, but also provides new opportunities for the development of applied areas of psychology that are of great importance for society as a whole.
Authors
- Liubov Drahola (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-9942-9303)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Psychological Journal
- Published
- 2025-05-06
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.31499/2617-2100.14.2025.328726
- Primary Topic
- Psychology of Development and Education
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00