What is another word for pop psychology?
Pronunciation: [pˈɒp sa͡ɪkˈɒləd͡ʒi] (IPA) 
Pop psychology refers to the mass appeal of simplistic and superficial concepts that are presented as insightful psychological theories. Synonyms for this term include self-help psychology, trendy psychology, armchair psychology, and pseudopsychology. Self-help psychology emphasizes personal empowerment and motivation, while trendy psychology highlights popular topics and fads in psychology. Armchair psychology refers to the casual and unprofessional application of psychology, while pseudopsychology describes the belief in false or unproven psychological concepts. These terms reflect the common tendency to oversimplify complex psychological concepts and promote them in a simplistic and sometimes misleading way.
