As society becomes more modern and mental illnesses increase, the field of psychology is becoming increasingly important.

As society develops, life pressures increase, leading to a growing prevalence of mental disorders and illnesses in developed countries, such as depression, autism, paranoia, anxiety, and loneliness... (illustrative image)

Fields of study in modern society

Globally, psychology officially became an independent science in 1879. From a very early stage, this science, which intersects natural and social sciences, emerged due to the need to study and understand the dynamics of human thought, emotion, and psychology under the influence of natural and social factors.

Leading universities around the world, from the US, France, the UK, and Australia to developed Asian countries, all consider psychology an indispensable part of their social sciences and humanities systems.

Associate Professor Dr. Trinh Thi Linh - Deputy Head of the Department of Psychology, Faculty of Social Sciences and Humanities, Vietnam National University, Hanoi, explains: "Psychology is everything."cPsychology encompasses all phenomena of mental life, the inner world of human beings; it is closely linked to and governs all human activities. Psychology is a science that specializes in studying the mental phenomena of individuals and social groups, contributing to improving and enhancing the quality of human mental life. It is an interdisciplinary science and a science of modern society..

In fact, as society develops and life pressures increase, mental disorders and illnesses such as depression, autism, paranoia, anxiety, and loneliness become more common in developed countries.

This situation occurs regardless of age, gender, occupation, or educational level. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), by 2020, depression will be the second leading cause of human health problems, after cardiovascular disease.

Currently, 3%-5% of the world's population suffers from this condition. Half of all mental illnesses begin at age 14, but the majority go undetected or untreated. According to research by the United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF), approximately 8%-29% of Vietnamese adolescents suffer from mental health problems.

According to several domestic studies, 87% of children in the study sample have psychological problems. It is estimated that in Vietnam, at least three million young people have mental health issues, but only about 20% of them receive the necessary medical support and treatment.

"As modern society develops, the profession of Psychology is increasingly valued for its necessity and the humanistic value it brings in the pursuit of a happy life for people," affirmed Associate Professor Dr. Trinh Thi Linh.

In fact, psychology not only helps treat mental illnesses or psychological disorders, but psychological knowledge also has extremely wide applications in many different areas of society.

School psychologyTo provide knowledge about the application of Psychology to the educational and teaching process in secondary schools.Psychology of tourismResearching the phenomena and mechanisms of the psychological laws of individuals and groups in tourism activities; studying the development of different types of tourism and the psychological characteristics of tourist groups; and researching human communication in tourism activities.

Social psychologyIt provides a comprehensive overview of the formation and development of an individual's psychology during the process of joining different social groups.Psychology of advertising and promotionThis study examines the forms and principles of advertising and promotional activities, the mindset, awareness, and factors influencing the effectiveness and quality of advertising and promotional activities, and the methods of organizing and conducting a specific advertising program.Legal psychologyAn assessment of human psychological phenomena in the field of law.

 Psychology of religionPaying attention to the psychological aspects of beliefs and religions.Family psychologyExplain the basis for connection and the establishment of relationships between family members.Telephone and internet counseling skillsProviding consultation processes via telephone and the internet, analyzing the client's situation through indirect listening and observing of the client's problems...

In Vietnam, the Faculty of Psychology, University of Social Sciences and Humanities, Vietnam National University, Hanoi, was formed from the Department of Social Psychology of the Faculty of Philosophy, Hanoi University, and officially became the Faculty of Psychology in 1997.

Currently, the Faculty of Psychology offers two undergraduate programs: a standard program and a high-quality program. The Faculty's training is characterized by providing a broad foundation in Psychology, which is then used to delve into specialized areas. The in-depth knowledge in the Psychology program comprises three main areas of expertise.

Firstly, there is the foundational knowledge base on the formation and development of human psychology, encompassing subjects such as:Developmental psychology, Higher-order neurophysiology, Anatomy and physiology, Personality psychology, Neuropsychology...

 Secondly, it is a body of knowledge that provides the most general understanding of the psychological phenomena of individuals and social groups, with subjects such asSocial psychology, business management psychology, school psychology, communication psychology, family psychology, ethnic psychology, organizational psychology, tourism psychology...

Thirdly, it involves a foundational body of in-depth knowledge in identifying, assessing, and intervening in psychological problems, encompassing subjects such as:General clinical psychology, Psychological assessment, Therapeutic psychology, Child and adolescent psychopathology, Group counseling, Child and adolescent counseling…

After three years of training, students will pursue one of the following specialization paths:Clinical psychology, Counseling psychology, Social psychology, Business management psychology. In there,Clinical psychologyThe training focuses on a systematic and in-depth approach to identifying psychological problems, intervention methods, and therapy...Counseling psychologyProviding guidance and support to individuals experiencing psychological difficulties and disorders.

Business Management PsychologySupporting human resources activities, networking, recruitment, and organization within a business environment...Social psychologyOrienting career activities in community projects, in the fields of family, religion, gender, or law...

Internship locations include specialized mental health care units such as hospitals, psychological counseling centers, social assistance centers, as well as schools, non-governmental organizations, businesses, event organizers, the National Children's Hospital, Bach Mai Hospital, Central Psychiatric Hospital No. 1, the Institute of Psychology, the General Department of Population and Family Planning, etc.

Mental health care services are booming.

Associate Professor Dr. Trinh Thi Linh stated that in recent years, Psychology has been a very popular field of study. Today, with the increasing awareness of the important role of mental health, the percentage of Psychology graduates has risen significantly.jobThe demand is quite high. Major hospitals such as the National Children's Hospital, the National Institute of Mental Health, and Bach Mai Hospital... all have official staff positions for psychology graduates.

Private and international schools both have school psychology departments to provide mental health care for students. This trend is increasingly spreading to the public school system.

Psychology students can also become psychotherapists at counseling centers, mental health care facilities, rehabilitation centers, and special education institutions for people with disabilities.

According to scientists, a future trend in the field of psychology is the provision of mental health care, intervention, and treatment services for individuals at home.

In addition, with knowledge of Psychology, learners can also work effectively in many job positions in various fields such as: human resources specialist, advertising, customer service, event organizing, etc., in organizations and businesses, or work in law enforcement agencies, and projects in the socio-psychological field.

Research and educational institutions, businesses, and non-governmental organizations are also potential employers for psychology graduates.

A significant number of graduates have also achieved great success in research and teaching in Psychology at universities, colleges, and research institutes. In fact, many alumni of the Faculty hold important professional and managerial positions in various hospitals, universities, organizations, and businesses.