Environmental psychology consists of six main sub categories:
Major Disciplinary Foci
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Behavior and the Built Environment
This is the study of the human behaviour and wellbeing in relation to the sociophysical environment. -
Conservation Psychology
This is the study of the reciprocal relationships between humans and the rest of nature. -
Ecopsychology
The study of the synergies between human mental health and the health and integrity of the natural environment. -
Psychology on the Population Level
This is the study of the psychological consequences of population, typically in regard to high population density.
Teaching
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Teaching Psychology for Sustainability
Britain Scott and Susan Koger created this online manual to help instructors integrate psychology and environmental issues into their courses. The site includes: general and instructor resources, sample syllabi, and a comprehensive bibliography. -
Using Film to Demonstrate Environment and Behaviour
Michael Dudley discusses his use of film to demonstrate the relationships between envrionment and behavior. The exercise involves a group viewing a film in the context of a pre-selected reading. University of Manitoba — Environmental Design Film Syllabus (PDF, 99KB)