the body of knowledge, theories, and techniques developed for understanding and influencing individual, group, and societal behavior in specified situations.
Main Entry: psy·cho·tech·nol·o·gy Pronunciation: -jE Function: noun Inflected Form: plural-gies 1: the application of psychological methods and results to the solution of practical problems especially in industry 2: an application of technology for psychologicalpurposes (as personal growth or behavior change) —psy·cho·tech·no·log·i·cal/-"tek-n&-'läj-i-k&l/adjective
[sahy-koh-tek-nol-uh-jee] 
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