Behaviors are actions that are directly observable such as reading, talking, and listening. Mental processes involve thoughts, emotions, and motive which cannot be directly observed such as depression, concentration, and love.
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"Psychology is the study of the mind and behavior" - William James. "Psychology is the science of behavior and mental processes" - American Psychological Association. "Psychology is the science of human behavior and mental processes" - John Watson.
Psychology
Comparative psychology.
In psychology, inhibition is the restraint of a physiological or mental process, such as suppressing an urge or thought. It involves consciously or unconsciously holding back or limiting a particular behavior or response.
The salient factor in psychology that influences behavior and mental processes is the individual's cognitive processes, including thoughts, beliefs, and perceptions.