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With the rapid advancements in artificial intelligence and the constantly evolving world, I’m feeling uncertain about my career and educational future. As an aspiring social psychologist, what skills and tools should I focus on to stay relevant and increase my value in the job market in the coming years? #Spring25

I've completed a general education in psychology, but I don't feel fully prepared for graduate-level studies in the field. There's a lot of uncertainty in the world right now, which adds to my hesitation.

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Keondae, you are not alone in re-considering your educational pursuits at this time. The situation for students in the US is concerning and uncertain. This presidency in particular has turned things upside down and there is a lot of anxiety around the future of secondary education, student loans, financial aid, and the department of education to protect and regulate such things. I also want to assure you that you are absolutely prepared for graduate school! Your background will serve as a foundation, but you will be learning so much more- particularly with regards to research, writing for psychology, and the work of being a clinical therapist (or psychologist). It sounds like you might be interested in pursuing a doctorate if social psychology is your jam- looking into full time research or even academia as a career path(?) AI is definitely not going away anytime soon; I am seeing a distinct intersectional relationship between psychology and AI development. It is likely going to be a hot topic for some time. Take time away from school to do some of your own research, pursue an entry level position- perhaps as a research assistant, learn more about additional career options that do not require more course work (at this time). Perhaps marketing, assisting a startup, working for a company that develops mental health/psychology related apps, etc. I am not sure there is a recipe for success in terms of preparation- but as any person studying mental health/psychology your own personal growth is integral. I wish you the best of luck!
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