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Psychologists are licensed professionals that provide mental and support to clients. This support can be in hospitals, clinics, private business, organizations and/or government agencies.

 

Through interviewing and testing, they can recognize and identify emotional and behavior patterns.  This can include depression, addictions, child psychology, and stress-related incidents.

 

Being a great listener and facilitator is necessary. Advanced degrees with internships is required.  Each state has specialized licenses.

 

 

Suggested Reading

1. Life as a Psychologist: Career Choices and Insights, Gerald D. Oster.  Age Level: high school. 2006

2. Pooh and the Psychologists, A. A. Milne.  Young Adult. 2001.

3. The Bee Psychologist:  Mom, What is Therapy?  Jocelyn Markowicz.  Age Level: 5-6. 2015

 

 

Additional Career Links 

1. U.S. Department of Labor Occupational Outlook Handbook: Psychologist

2. People, Places and Things That Help Me. How your body and brain work, special sections for parents and educators.

3. Explore Health Careers Overview, academic requirements and resources​

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