Career questions tagged psychologist


What is the difference between autism spectrum disorder with intellectual impairment vs autism spectrum disorder comorbid with intellectual disability? Are they the same?
I am a high school senior planning to study psychology and and facinated by ASD. I would like to understand the difference between these two specifiers.

Is pursuing a career as a Psychiatrist right for me?
Hello there! I am currently a junior in high school. I am very passionate about psychology and would love to become a psychiatrist in the future. I have almost all As and A pluses, including an A in my AP Psychology class. The only problem is, I struggle in math and currently have a C- in my Trigonometry class. I am one class advanced from the average Junior course. Is it essential for me to do well in my math classes to become a Psychiatrist? I am very creative, but math has always been more difficult for me. To those Psychiatrists or Psychologists out there, do you think I have what it takes to pursue a PhD in Psychology or should I shoot for something more attainable? Also to those Psychiatrists out there, what is your work-life balance like? Is it achievable to have quality time with your family outside of work? Thank you for your time!

How do I maintain good study habits alongside extracurricular activities and potentially work?
Throughout my journey in high school, I used many different methods to study while also balancing difficult activities. Any tips for college studying?

What is the difference between a psychologist and a psychiatrist?
If I were to choose between becoming a psychologist or a psychiatrist which would be the better position and why?

Which Psychology Positions are best suited for someone with experience with battered women who experiencing abuse #Spring25?
I've worked with my community park district for ten years and always had the passion to help Battered women but since I didn't have a degree in Psychology my park district wouldn't let me apply, so I decided to go to college and get my degree in Science and Psychology now graduating is approaching it's now time to start searching for my dream organization to join and join other like-minded coworkers helping other Women. #Spring25

I am planning on majoring in psychology. Can anyone help me with future jobs that do not involve a doctorate but also make good money?
I am planning on majoring in psychology. Can anyone help me with future jobs that do not involve a doctorate but also make good money?

What Challenges do you see in the field of Psychology, and how do you think they can be addressed?
I am a mom and an educator for 3rd grade. I am returning to school after 15 years to study Psychology. I have an Associates in Paralegal and am hoping to go into Law School for Family law. How can I use Psychology in the field of Law? #Spring25

How often does a clinical psychologist do psychotherapy compared to assessements of mental health disorders? Does it depend on the job? #Spring25
I am an incoming freshman to James Madison University and would like to know early on what to expect after graduate school. Any help is appreciated!

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 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 would be the best ways to find which field I'm the most interested in?
I'm a psychology major, and I'm halfway through my bachelor's, but I'm still not exactly sure what would be the best course of action to find out what specific field interests me the most. And as much as I would like to do internships, I also want to make sure I get paid, so I can continue to pay for school. I already know I'm not really interested in psychiatry or being research focused, however with research I'm more open to the idea.

What is the most challenging part about being a clinical psychologist?
I am 20 years old and getting closer to graduating with a Bachelors of Science in Psychology. I am having trouble with choosing one specific field to enter, but I am leaning more towards clinical psychology. Need some advice!

What is the hardest part you go through when becoming a child therapist Is it school, the experience afterwards or finding the perfect job? Also, what graduate school would you recommend for this field? ?
College Freshmen Psychology Major Wanting to get a degree in counseling eventually

What are the benefits of pursuing a PhD versus a PsyD in psychology #Spring25 ?
I'm a freshman in college, going into my second semester. I've decided to major in psychology. I'm trying to decide if I want to peruse getting a PhD or PsyD.

What are good colleges for someone wanting to get into Psychology?
I am a Junior in high school and am looking in to schools with good psychology programs. I have always been fascinated by the brain and the way our minds work, about what leads us to do things and I want to continue this journey and learn more. What are some good colleges for Psychology? What is the atmosphere? What do you think of the school? Why would I go there?

I want to be a therapist, but I am having doubts.
I want to be a therapist, but is the pay good enough? Is it a fulfilling profession? I wanted to be a psychiatrist, but I didn't want to go through med school. Is it that hard to get a doctoral degree? Also, how do I know what type of therapist I want to be, if at all?

Getting a double major in Psych (BA) and Fashion design, any advice?
I'm thinking of getting a double major in Psychology (BA) and Fashion design. I am currently 17 years old, a Junior in high school, and have a GPA of 4.1 weighted/3.76 unweighted. Do you have any advice? Any programs or community college classes you would suggest? Colleges with good programs I should apply to?

I have a question for psychologist.What is your salary?
I have a question for psychologist.What is your salary?

What class should I take if I'm interested in psychology and the only one my school offers is psychology?
I'm in 10th grade so I only have 2 years left.

How much do Psychiatric PAs earn?
Do Psychiatric PAs earn more than psychologists? Is it possible to do PA after a BA degree?

What are the most critical skills/knowledge in psychology (in general) and clinical psychology (psychotherapist)?
I just want to ask anyone who graduated with a psychology major or is working in the psychology field (any area of psychology; it does not need to be a psychologist or psychotherapist) what skills/knowledge you think are the most essential in this field. In terms of skills, can you suggest any ways to practice that skill or any software, programs, etc?

Clinical Psychologist or psychiatrist Which one is better as a career?
After graduating high school, I've been struggling for 6 years working different jobs. But now I want to do something real in life.

How can an MBBS graduate become a licensed therapist without pursuing a full psychology degree like a Bachelor’s or Master’s?
I’m currently in medical school and passionate about becoming a therapist, not a psychiatrist. I’ve learned that an MPhil in Clinical Psychology is a direct path, but I’m worried I may not meet the eligibility requirements, as most programs require a strong foundation in psychology. Are there alternative pathways for MBBS graduates to transition into therapy while minimizing time spent on additional degrees? Any guidance on how to proceed would be deeply appreciated!

How do I get started in becoming a clinical psychologist?
I'm planning on getting my BA in psychology, and I've been looking at the different careers in that area. I know that to be a clinical pyschologist it would require 7-8 years of school, and I'd have to get a PsyD. From what I've been reading, it's a competitive career and so is getting into a clinical psychology program, especially at the university I want to study at. I'm wondering what the steps would be to get to clinical psychology: grades, experience, etc. Are there also any other careers similar to clinical psychology that I could go into?

What should I be looking for when trying to get a job in psychology ?
I plan on going into psychology as my major but after that i’m unsure where I should be applying for jobs

Does being a psychologist affect your mental health?
I am curious to know different people's experience with their mental health working as a psychologist.

What do psychologist study in the brain?
I want to learn about the brain so I can be prepared if I become a psychologist.

What skills should I learn in order to become a psychiatrist?
I'm currently a student at Job Corps and looking into becoming a psychiatrist.

How does it feel to live your best life , having all you've ever wanted ?
And how do you go about the route of living your best life and what are the strategies for overcoming hard times I hope I get a response soon ,I could use some help