Career questions tagged child-psychology
how do you handle when you said you want to be a psychology for child?
Im asking that because whenever people ask me that what I wanna study I always say I wanna be a psychology and they start saying that we dont earn alot of money aand I didnt care What they said it get me angry because I wanna be psychology for kids because I wanna help them
does people judge you?
does people judge you when you say you are child psychology? If is a yes what was your experience?
is it child psychogy is a good career?
is it child psychology a good career and what you recomend to do?
What I need to do to become a child psychologist?
what I need to do in high school to be a child psychology?
When should I cold email professors for lab experience or observation?
Hi, I’m a transfer student planning to attend a 4 year university as a psych major this fall. I wanted to ask when is a good time to cold email professors due to my schedule. Ideally, I would like to start as soon as possible (around summer and then into the fall), so I’ll get more experience. However, I am working full time and taking classes this summer. I do have some availability to go to office hours and lab meetings but that depends on the labs and professors that I am interested in. I wanted to know if it’ll look bad if I cold email professors around this time when I am busy, and if I should just wait until fall semester starts.
What is the hardest part of working in child and adolescent psychiatry?
Im a high school senior who enrolling in SUNY Oswegos psychology program in the fall. Im looking to gain some insight on the process to becoming a licensed psychiatrist and the most difficult parts of this career. Im really passionate about helping children and want to focus on early intervention services for mental disorders beginning in childhood.
If I am wanting to be a psychologist what job should I try to take while in college?
I am going to be attending the University of Florida in Fall 2026 and want to know if anyone knows of any common job opportunities that align with psychology and/or childcare, as I want to work with children in the future.
Are there advancement opportunities available for teachers who love their job and students but also want something more financially sustainable long term? #Spring26
My goal has always been to become a teacher and work with students but much of the advice I have received says that it is not wise for a long term career. This is something that I am willing to do anyway because it is a passion of mine but I do wonder if there are or will be any advancement opportunities for current and future teachers. Thank-you. #Spring26
What would be the best course of action for looking for Psychology Internships/Part-time Job?
I want to be a Child Psychologist or Marriage/Family Therapist and I want to find a way to implement myself into the field to build connections and gain experience.
How can I find volunteer work as a 10th grader who is interested in psychology?
How can I find volunteer work as a 10th grader who is interested in psychology? My grades are excellent and all my classes are Honors but I am not in any clubs.
How do you handle a child that is considered difficult or one that is unwilling to participate?
I want to be a child psychologist when I grow up. I’m sure I’ll work with all kinds of children. How can I assist those who may not want to participate?
What can I do as a high school student that will set me up for success in the psychology field?
I will be taking the psychology classes available (there are 2), Intro to Health Professions, and other classes in the medical field. I took 'Medical Terminology' as a PSEO class this year. I am in 10th grade and my school only offers the 2 psychology classes so I'm taking medical classes because it will look good and is in the same somewhat direction as psychology.
What does a day in the life of a psychologist look like?
I'm aware that their are many different branches of psychology, and I'm not sure what specifically I want to do. By reading about different branches I think that would help me figure out at least the direction I want to go in.
what classes should I take if I want to be a child psychologist?
I am in 11th grade. I want to be a child psychologist and work with children.
What path did you take to become a Child Life Specialist?
I'm currently a high school senior prepping to enter college, pursuing a degree in developmental psychology. I've always loved helping people and would love to learn more about this field! #fall25
What are the qualifications that I need to be a school psychologist or sports psychologist#psychology #schoolpsychologist #fall25?
#schoolpsychologist #psychology
As a future Neuropsychologist that’s going to specialize on kids, what would be the requirements to enter Medical School?
I’m a Freshman on College and I’m so lost on what I would need to enter Medical School. I know it can depend on where you live but there are certain requirements those types of schools like, and I want to make sure there’s a 100% possibility I get in.
What is the hardest part about being in or applying to a psychology doctorate program?
I'm currently a sophomore in college and I want to know more about my options for the future. Right now, I'm really interested in a doctorate of clinical psychology with a focus on child psychology.
How does a Counselor or Psychologist avoid getting overwhelmed or emotionally involved hearing the tragic stories of others?
I am a college freshman, majoring in Psychology. I am very committed to my desire to help others with personal trauma but am concerned about the affects it will have on my own thoughts and feelings. How do I disconnect myself and still be effective for others?
What is the most difficult thing about being a child psychologist?
I would like to get my doctorate and become a child psychologist who specializes in children who have experienced trauma.
What career fields could use the talents of a psychology major with a different minor, like business or core equine science? #Fall25
I'm a senior in high school. Trying to choose a minor that would collaborate with my major in Psychology. #fall25
What is the best path to take to becoming a child life specialist in a hospital #Fall25?
I'm a senior in high school with a passion for working with children. I'm set on helping children in a counseling role, and being a child life specialist is my dream job, however the field isn't very popular and is hard to find guidance in. My intended college major is child development/early childhood education. #Fall25
Is it worth it to study abroad?
I'm a high school student who is starting to think about where and what I want to do in college. So far, It seems like getting a major in psychology is the best option for me. With many of the colleges I have considered, they offer options to study abroad in many different countries. Traveling has always interested me ever since I went to London. If possible, I would love to go back to London, or really any new country to study psychology. I do have some things I am worried about, however. How much will it effect my student debt, and is the price worth it? Also, is there any other cons to doing it? In theory it sounds great but I do know there could be some things to consider. If it helps, I am planning to complete 4 French classes by graduation to hopefully receive a seal of biliteracy.
What are the activities (including internships, volunteering, research, etc)? Can I apply to pursue a career in psychology as a sophomore college student? Could you please help suggest activities, organizations, or places where I can start (including the specific websites or names of the places)?
I am nearly in my sophomore year (the fall of 2025), basically I don't have either an Associate or a Bachelor in Psychology field, I wonder if any activities in this field I could do to learn more about my major and improve my skills as I want to become a psychologist/therapist and a researcher in psychology.
What do you need to have a successful career inn psychology
I am a sophomore in college and it is my first year majoring in psychology and I hear the in psychology you don't get job opportunities after graduating. I am interested in psychology because it help me help people and its a career I have been thinking about because of my child development classes in high school in which I had to take psychology. I am thinking about clinical psychology to be a therapist or a psychologist or psychiatrist I also am thinking about social work or public health or communication and I just would want to know the next steps or what advice is there to help ensure a post graduate job and intern opportunities.
Is it possibly to get internships with psychologists If so then how? ?
I would like to become a psychologist and potentially a psychiatrist, is there any advice or tips that could help through my journey?
Where can I gain enough hands-on experience in child psychology before I graduate with my bachelor’s degree.
All I’ve found so far, are places that are out of state. Do you have any tips for finding and getting in contact with places local?
How do I achieve my goal of becoming a psychiatrist within the time period of nine years or less? What can I do in order to gain more knowledge about my career path and what tools will I use to help me?
I have always been intrigued about the human psyche and behavior which is why this career path is so special to me. It will hopefully help me see the perspective of others and educate people on the knowledge that I have acquired in order to spread awareness about certain types of mental health disorders.
How did you figure out what area of psychology you wanted to pursue?
As someone who's planning on majoring in psychology, I've been struggling to decide which area I'm most interested in. How did you decide which area would be better for you?
What’s one thing every adult should understood about children’s mental health ?
I'm a high school senior and will be attending college to major in psychology. My long-term goal is to one day become a child psychologist.