Psychologist
Hailey Manson, 9th
Information about Psychologist
- Study how people act, feel and think
- They try to understand, explain, and sometimes change people's behavior
- Help people to overcome relationship problems, eating disorders, learning problems, substance abuse, parenting issues, or to manage the effects of a chronic illness.
- Psychology became an official field of study around 1907, so it is a newer career choice
- Don't typically use medicine to treat patients. Cognitive behavioral therapy, family therapy, group therapy, and hypnotherapy are typical treatments
- Clinical or counseling psychologists need to complete a doctorate degree, internship, and one to two years of professional experience in order to become licensed
- Speaking with and interviewing the patient and possibly their loved ones
- The most common way for a psychologist to gather information about a patient is by observing him and his actions
- Recommending a specific course of treatment is another important responsibility of a clinical psychologist
- A psychologist may be able to treat the patients himself
"I speak to everyone in the same way, weather he is the garbage man or the president of the university." -Albert Einstein
Pros and Cons
Pros; You'll gain a deep knowledge of human nature, attractive salary, work with new people every day.
Training and Education Requirements
Most have a master's degree (several have a Ph.D.) Almost always need a license.
University of Wisconsin Green Bay
2420 Nicolet Dr, Green Bay, WI 54311
(920) 465-2000
They offer phycology programs that focus on the scientific study and the behavior of individuals it is optional but you can get a bachelors degree and you can also get an associates degree by taking two year classes
Pro; They offer on campus living
Con; If you don't get on school living you would have to drive to the school every time you had classes
University of Michigan
(734) 764-1817
Social work programs prepare people to counsel disadvantaged individuals/students learn counseling methods.
Social work programs are also called a "helping profession"
Mental/social health services council families and individuals to help prevent substance abuse
Pro; This school offers a lot of options and other class choices
Con; Visiting family from Wisconsin could be harder because of the distance
University of Wisconsin, Fond Du Lac
400 University Dr, Fond du Lac, WI 54935
(920) 929-1100
Communication program's and speech studies. You learn how people talk listen and pursued you would study the history of argument you also write and deliver speeches . This class is very helpful for a clinical psychologist because you need to understand how your patiences communicate
Pro; They offer associates degrees
Con; Not as many classes or things to study to get your degree as the other schools
Associations
American Psychological Association
National Association of School Psychologists
Toll Free: 866-331-NASP
P: 301-657-0270
F: 301-657-0275
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Citations
"Becoming a Psychologist: Pros and Cons." Becoming a Psychologist: Pros and Cons. N.p., n.d. Web. 14 Jan. 2016.
"Advantages and Disadvantages of Being a Psychologist." Advantages and Disadvantages of Being a Psychologist. N.p., n.d. Web. 14 Jan. 2016.