About iPsychology
A free, independent educational resource that explains psychology in clear, plain English.
What iPsychology is
iPsychology (ipsychology.net) is a free, independent online reference for psychology. We explain the ideas, theories, research, conditions and therapies that shape how people understand the mind and behavior, in clear language that does not assume a prior course.
The site is educational. We explain what psychology knows and how it knows it; we do not offer diagnosis, therapy or personal advice. Where a topic calls for professional help, we say so and point to appropriate next steps.
Who it is for
- Students studying psychology at school, college or university, including AP Psychology and introductory courses, who want clear explanations and revision support.
- Teachers and educators looking for readable summaries to share with learners.
- Curious readers who want to understand a term, a famous experiment or a theory, and what the evidence does and does not support.
- People trying to understand an experience, their own or someone else's, who want grounded, non-sensational background information before talking to a professional.
What we cover
Our guides are organized into sections, including:
- Psychology basics: what psychology is, its history, branches and research methods.
- Theories: major schools of thought, landmark experiments and influential psychologists.
- Mental health conditions: educational overviews based on current diagnostic frameworks (DSM-5-TR and ICD-11).
- Therapy types: how approaches such as CBT, DBT and psychodynamic therapy work, and what research says about them.
- Study guides and book summaries for students and readers.
A small number of pages on medical or high-risk topics are kept deliberately brief and point readers toward qualified professionals and crisis resources.
Editorial standards
Pages are written and maintained by the iPsychology Editorial Team. These are the standards we work to.
How content is researched
Articles are based on peer-reviewed research, standard psychology textbooks, the current diagnostic manuals, and guidance from recognized organizations such as the American Psychological Association (APA), the US National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH), the UK National Health Service (NHS) and the World Health Organization (WHO). Where we summarize research, we aim to reflect the overall body of evidence rather than a single study. Where findings are mixed, disputed or have failed to replicate, we say so. Key references are listed on each article.
Updates and corrections
Psychology changes as new research appears, so we review and update pages over time. Each article shows the date it was last updated. If you find an error, an outdated claim or a broken link, please tell us through our contact page with the page address and a short note. We check every correction request against the sources, and when a correction is warranted we update the page and its date.
Education only
iPsychology content is for general education. It is not medical or psychological advice and is not a substitute for diagnosis or treatment by a qualified professional. We do not diagnose readers, recommend specific medications or doses, or present self-help techniques as treatment for a disorder. Our disclaimer explains this in more detail.
Advertising policy
iPsychology is free to read and is supported by display advertising. Ads are served by Mediavine, an advertising management company, and its partners, and they are shown in clearly separated ad spaces. Advertisers have no influence on what we write, which topics we cover or what our articles conclude. We do not publish sponsored articles, paid reviews or affiliate product rankings. How advertising uses cookies is explained in our privacy policy and cookie policy.
What we will not do
- Invent people, credentials, quotes, case studies, testimonials or statistics.
- Present contested ideas or myths as settled fact.
- Give individual clinical advice or recommend particular providers in exchange for payment.
Contact
Questions, corrections and topic suggestions are welcome through our contact page. We are not a crisis service; if you need urgent help, please see our crisis resources.