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1 Psychology’s Careers Module 3

2 Psychology’s Subfields: Research
Psychologist What she does Biological Explore the links between brain and mind. Developmental Study changing abilities from womb to tomb. Cognitive Study how we perceive, think, and solve problems. Personality Investigate our persistent traits. Social Explore how we view and affect one another. Preview Question 5: What are psychology’s main subfields?

3 Psychology’s Subfields: Applied
Psychologist What she does Clinical Studies, assesses, and treats people with psychological disorders Counseling Helps people cope with academic, vocational, and marital challenges. Educational Studies and helps individuals in school and educational settings Industrial/ Organizational Studies and advises on behavior in the workplace.

4 Clinical Psychology vs. Psychiatry
A clinical psychologist (Ph.D.) studies, assesses, and treats troubled people with psychotherapy. Psychiatrists on the other hand are medical professionals (M.D.) who use treatments like drugs and psychotherapy to treat psychologically diseased patients. Clinical Psychology vs. Psychiatry

5 Where Do Psychologists Work?
49% Private Practice-Therapy Setting-Clinical Psychologist 28% Academic Setting- Research (Basic/Applied, Professor) 13% Variety –(Social Work, Group Home Coordinator) 6% Industrial/Organization Setting (Production Manager) 4% Secondary Schools-(School Psychologist/Counselor) Where Do Psychologists Work?


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