When comparing the academic field of psychology to "pop psych," all of the following are true of psychology EXCEPT:
A)it is based on scientific research and empirical evidence.
B)it addresses a far broader range of issues.
C)its goals are self-improvement and improved relationships.
D)it deals not only with mental and emotional disorders,but with the entire spectrum of human behaviors.

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While self-improvement and improved relationships may be goals of some therapeutic approaches within psychology, the field itself has a much broader range of goals and objectives, including understanding behavior, cognition, and emotion, developing and testing theories, and advancing knowledge and understanding of the human mind and behavior. "Pop psych" tends to focus more narrowly on self-help advice and tips, often without a solid scientific basis.

When Comparing the Academic Field of Psychology to "Pop Psych