The scientific method is the approach used by psychologists to systematically acquire knowledge and understanding about behavior.
Psychologists start by identifying questions of interest.
The next step in the scientific method is to develop a theory to explain the phenomenon that has been observed.
Theories are broad explanations and predictions concerning phenomena of interest.
Next, you use the theory to develop a specific and testable hypothesis.
Theories and hypotheses allow psychologistgs to make sense of unorganized bits of information, placing them within a structured and coherent framework.
