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Jan 31, 2015 | 12:00 pm
Have you ever considered becoming a psychologist? It’s a lucrative career and one where you will definitely make a difference in people’s lives. A psychologist specializes in the science of mind and is a person who can help others who are experiencing psychological problems. As a psychologist, you can diagnose, assess and treat such people. If you want to pursue a career in psychology there are requirements to become a psychologist. Consider the most important qualities and achievements. Skills Required •Communication skills •Problem solving skills •Interpersonal skills •Emotional sustainability skills •Patience •Trustworthiness •Open mindedness •Knowledge and regulation of law •Interest... Read more...
Jan 31, 2015 | 11:00 am
If you want to start a career in psychology, you have to be mindful of your studies, your financial situation and the exact sphere of the discipline you want to be a part of for your career. Educational Requirements First, educational requirements to become a psychologist involve completing a well-selected degree in a university with the highest score possible. Your degree needs to be APA-approved. Provided you decide to take up a master’s degree course, make sure it is supported by the regional accreditation board. There are three paths for you to take from there on: taking up clinical, counseling... Read more...
Jan 31, 2015 | 10:00 am
Social workers make excellent impact in the lives of individuals who receive their services. The case loads and tasks involved in social work can be daunting, plus the burnout rate being higher in comparison to other professions. However, if you are passionate about helping people find meaning to live, there is no job as rewarding and as satisfying as being a social worker. If you have the desire to become a social worker, the requirements include attaining a high level of training that would get you ready to deal with tons of every-day realities that come with this type of... Read more...
Jan 31, 2015 | 9:00 am
Choosing to be an Army Psychologist can be a rewarding career decision for the right person. As a psychologist in the Army, you will work with military personnel and their families, who often require the same services available to them that are available to the public at large—this includes psychological services. Army personnel and their families experience additional issues and problems that are not common to the public at large, so an Army Psychologist must be uniquely qualified to help with issues such as frequent relocation and possible combat trauma. Educational and Other Requirements An Army Psychologist must hold a... Read more...
Jan 31, 2015 | 8:00 am
While each branch of the U.S. military has its own version of the military career counselor, they all perform basically the same duties. Their primary duties is to function as the commander’s primary person responsible for counseling soldiers in regards to their careers within the U.S. military. Military career counselors work with both active duty and reserve personnel to assist them in making informed decisions about their military careers. Military Career Counselor Sub-Specialties •Career Counselor – The career counselor works with active duty personnel to assist them in getting the most from their military career. •Recruiting and Retention – Recruiting... Read more...
Jan 30, 2015 | 12:00 pm
In a Utopian ideal world, all basic human needs would be fulfilled; shelter, food, clothing, protection, emotional support, but in reality, every society contains its share of individuals who lack one or more of the criteria to ensure their physical and emotional well-being. Our society provides a number of agencies dedicated to meeting the needs of those who for economic or psychological reasons have been unable to provide a quality of life. Many of these are government sponsored, although some are directed by charities. Fulfilling a Need Licensed social workers generally work for government sponsored programs, although some are hired... Read more...
Jan 30, 2015 | 11:00 am
Becoming a psychologist is a profession for those who like to help others with emotional and behavioral problems while getting paid well to do it. Psychologists have to be dedicated to their craft and willing to work hard to earn advancement and a nice salary. However, for those willing to put in the time and effort it takes to become a professional psychologist, the rewards are unparalleled. A psychologist pay rate varies greatly, depending on where in the field a psychologist chooses to work. There are several specialty areas including industrial/commercial psychology, school psychology, health psychology, and more. Before anyone... Read more...
Jan 30, 2015 | 10:00 am
Abuse is a truly real and traumatic experience, especially for children. Abusers often seek to keep the abused victim isolated and afraid to speak to anyone, even family members and friends. This can present difficult challenges when the time comes for the abused victim to face their abuser in court. A court advocate is available to assist the abused victim before, during, and after the time in court. The Need for Court Advocates The first court advocacy program was formed in 1977 in Seattle, Washington by Judge David Soukup. At the time, Soukup and other judges only had information provided... Read more...
Jan 30, 2015 | 9:00 am
From Physical to Psychological Abuse There is nothing quite sad or disturbing than viewing a child who has been physically abused. Hearts are moved to pity when they see the bruises, broken bones, burn marks or other evidence inflicted by the older, stronger perpetrator against the victim. Early childhood abuse experiences can have a lasting impact, either as an adult perpetrator or as an adult victim, perpetually returning to abusive situations and choosing abusive partners. Just as undermining to childhood development however, is psychological abuse. Experts in child abuse psychology have determined that non-physical symptoms such as emotional abuse and... Read more...
Jan 30, 2015 | 8:00 am
The Thoughts That Count One of the greatest advances in psychology was its identification of the area of the brain that was largely responsible for language production and the corresponding area for language comprehension. From these rudimentary understandings of brain functions, scientists were able to determine how other areas of the brain, such as the cerebellum, the motor cortex, and the parietal lobe controlled our cognitive processing. Our brain map now allows us to pinpoint regions of the brain that process our motor movement, vision, hearing, speech, smell, taste and facial recognition. Although we have a deeper understanding of the... Read more...
