Once upon a time I thought I might want to be a psychologist -- the idea of helping people with behavior and mental processes was appealing.
That does sound very interesting - what about it interested you the most - any certain mental health issue?
Probably witnessing people who could be their own worst enemy, you know? Where their ability to enjoy life and create a balance between its demands and pleasures were challenged.
Does a psychologist also deal with illnesses like bi-polar?
APA) require that applied psychologists be trained as both researchers and practitioners, and that they possess advanced degrees.
Psychologists typically have one of two degrees: PsyD or PhD. The PsyD program prepares the student only for clinical practice (e.g., testing, psychotherapy). Depending on the specialty (industrial/organizational, social, clinical, school, etc.), a PhD may be trained in clinical practice as well as in scientific methodology, to prepare for a career in academia or research. Both the PsyD and PhD
with nature, with strong morals, and with a duty to family. Followers of these religions perceive behavior as being tightly connected with health; illnesses are often thought to be a result of a moral failure or insufficiently honoring one's family in a current or past life. Furthermore, an emphasis on social harmony may discourage people with mental illness from bringing attention to themselves and seeking help. They may also refuse to speak about their mental illness because of the shame it would bring upon themselves and their family members, who could