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What do you think are the most important qualities to possess in order to thrive in the medical field / business world ?
As a student about to enter college I want to make sure I start practicing good qualities while I am in college so that they may become habits before I start to make my way through the world on my own. I am planning on studying exercise science and am considering starting up my own business...
On average, how many years of school are required for a PhD in Psychology?
I plan to get a doctorate degree in Psychology and would like a time estimate so I can plan financially. #psychology #doctorate-degree #phd #financial-planning
Does every Psychology major necessarily need graduate school?
I am currently debating on attending graduate school and continuing my education for a Master's Degree. My main concern is that if I decide to not further do my education will it make things harder for myself in the long run to land a job. However, I understand that by getting your Masters you...
Army guy looking for educational help, career wise.
Hey guys, I've lurked on this site for all of 3 hours before realizing actual professionals respond on here, which is what I'm looking for. Anyways, I'm David. I've been in the Army since I was 17(got parents consent/signature). I'm 21 now and currently serving in the National Guard. I have...
What should I study with my major?
I'm a freshman in college and am not sure what to study alongside my current major of International Business. I am not certain if I want to go with a double major with finance or accounting and a minor in psychology or the opposite. I know I have time to decide what I need to study but I want...
Im in a wrong major and now my grades are falling and i feel guilty about it, what should i do?
Im a medstud, im goin in 3rd year right now. I was feeling that meds isnt for me since the begining, but i kept going bcause i dont want to let my parents down. I went through myfirst year good enough, 3.1 GPA and during second year i just couldnt bear it anymore and i got depress. I never...
After majoring in Psychology, what jobs are available to me?
I want to major in Psychology, but I'm not sure what careers follow this path #psychology
I enjoy kids, and would love to work with children although I also enjoy makeup but have no clue where I should start.
I'm an upcoming senior with absolutely no clue on what I will do after high school. I have in mind some careers I'd like to persue but don't know exactly how to decide or where and how to start. #psychology #teaching #teacher
What type of education do I need to become a counsellor?
Do I need a degree in psychology? Social work? What type of degree do I need for a career in counselling? #psychology #social-work #counselor #counseling #counselling #social-worker
Is getting a psychologist job even possible without higher education?
And by higher education I mean graduate school. Is it even possible to become a psychologist if I don't plan on going into graduate school? #psychology #graduate-school #masters #phd #graduate-programs
What's the difference between a psychologist and a psychiatrist?
The terms are often used interchangeably in everyday conversations, so how exactly are they different? #psychology #psychiatry
Can you become a psychologist with only a minor?
Is it possible to become a psychologist with only a minor in it? #psychology #college-minor #majors-and-minors
What are Industrial-Organizational psychologists?
What would someone expect to do (daily tasks and so on) with a career as an industrial-organizational psychologist? #career #psychology #industrial-organizational
How long does a Master's degree in Psychology take?
I've heard 2-3 years for most people, but never got a definite number. Can it take longer than 3 years? #psychology #graduate-school #masters #graduate-programs
What's the difference between a Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Science in Psychology?
How do they differ and in what way does this affect career choices? #career #psychology #degree #degrees
What is the true difference between psyd and phd?
Which degree is more acknowledged and why? #psychology
why do many highschools, and now some colleges, stress standardized testing?
I come from the deep south and in the school environment i've seen there is more stress put on passing a test than retaining information. I have even received cheat sheets, along with the rest of the class, from teachers for tests. now in college I see that almost nothing was retained and have...
Is psychology really a dead major in most people's opinion?
I love psychology, and I really want to learn everything about it! But I've heard there's not much to do with that major but become a psychiatrist, which may be an option, but I'd like to explore and know more. #psychology #teacher
Being a psychology major, what are good volunteer opportunities I should join to build my resume for grad school?
It is hard to find internships for counseling and psychology, but my career adviser said that volunteer work is just as important. #psychology
How exactly does positive psychology helps companies? Is it related to human resources?
I am also interested in knowing more about positive psychology and how exactly does it relates to companies. #psychology #human-resources #industrial-psychology
How do most people enter the clinical psychology profession?
What comes next after a bachelor's degree in psychology? #psychology #clinical
If i'm going to be a psychiatrist what would my gross be?
I'm asking because I would like to know what I would earn if I'm a psychiatrist #psychology #pre-med #psychiatry
I want to be a clinical psychiatrist in the future. What should my steps be to achieve this goal?
I'm a senior in high school and I am intersested in becoming a clinical psychiatrist because someone inspired me and I believe in myself. #psychology #pre-med #psychiatry
In order to get into medical school easier in the far future, is majoring in something other than Pre-Med like Psychology (or majoring in a specific psychology) going to allow for a bigger chance to get into the medical school of my choice?
I love helping others in any way, shape, or form, and the medical field will allow for me to continue this on a larger spectrum. I am continuing to volunteer at Emory St. Joseph's Hospital over the summer, and I am gaining amazing experiences from this opportunity, as well as learning about...
Why did you pick your field of psychological study?
I recently took a class on different types of psychotherapy and it had me wondering why people decide on what psychological path is best for them. #doctor #psychology #therapy #clinical-psychology
Ever since i was little I've enjoyed anything related to the medical field. I'm planning on majoring in biology, if i minor in psychology will that be too confusing?
I enjoy all things in the medical field but at the same time psychology has stuck to me. However, my teacher told me that is too different areas and i might confuse myself. #psychology #medicine #majors #majors-and-minors #anesthesiology
Biomedical vs Mathematics Major for acceptance into Med School or Veterinary Med School?
I am pursing and educational path to either become an MD Surgeon in Neurology or I might choose MDV in Veterinary Medicine. Either way, I will eventually be applying to Med School or Veterinary Med School. Which of the above Majors is better suited and weighted more heavily for acceptance?...
whats better, being a school counselor or owning your own center?
i feel like school counseling is a joke but owning your own counseling center is expensive. what would be the smarter career choice in the long run? #psychology
What are some good jobs to have or experiences to get after undergrad to boost your medical school application?
I'm about to be a senior in college and I really want to go to med school to become a psychiatrist. Psychology has been my passion since I was a junior in high school, so 4 years now. Psychiatry really interests me because I love looking at the brain, and the ever-changing field will fuel my...
What are some important classes to take in college for a medical career?
I want to know what classes are important to take in an undergrad school for someone going into medical school afterwards. What classes make the biggest impact. #medicine #psychology #psychiatry
Difference between actually counseling and being a psychiatrist?
I'm considering being a counseling psychologist or a psychiatrist, I'm wondering what people who are in these professions think about the two different careers. How do they differ? What kind of work do you do day to day? #psychology #counseling #psychiatry #psychiatrists
Is it pointless to go back to college?
I'll be 42 next week and have two young children. Returning to school would be a lot of work and expense, but my current career is unfulfilling and stagnant. My music degrees have proved useless, but I have always been interested in psychology. Is it too late for a career change? #psychology
If I want to become a professor for either Biology or Psychology, should i be doing what I'm doing?
Hello! I want to become a professor and I'm doing a double major right now, one in Psychology and another in Biology with a concentration in Neurology. I do not know if i should continue onto getting a Masters in which ever subject i choose and then try to get a job in that career field, and...
A lot of people say that unless you get your doctorate in psychology you make no money, is that true?
Im concerned that if I do not get my doctorate loans will catch up with me because I will not be making enough money. #psychology
What should I focus on when choosing what field of psychology I want to go into?
There are so many opportunities and different career paths, it makes it hard to focus on just one. #psychology
How do I stay on top of homework and still get a proper amount of sleep?
This past semester has been, for lack of a better word, a nightmare. It is not the first semester where I have had to pull multiple all-nighters within the same week, but it has resulted in the most. I work hard in my classes to achieve nice grades, but sacrifice much sleep along the way. I...
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What are the different specialty areas in psychology? #psychology #moral-psychology
What careers can I get with only a Bachelor's in Psychology?
I really wanted to go back to school to get my PHD in Psychology but I can barely get money as it is. #psychology #clinical-psychology
What type of jobs can a person get if they have a degree in psychology?
I would like to know what options are out there for a career in psychology. #psychology
What kind of jobs can I get if I get a graduate degree in cognitive psychology?
I am really interested in cognitive psychology but I don't know if I will be able to find a job I am interested in with a salary that I can live off of. The work I would like to do is scientific studies/experiments . #psychology #cognitive-psychology #cognitive-science #clinical-trials...
Should I focus more on excelling in my major or taking care of my family?
I was raised to always take care of your family no matter what, but my family members want me to go to college and get a degree that I will be able to use to earn money and have a stable life. I am conflicted on what would be a better choice to make if I ever had to choose between one of these...
Is pursuing a Psychology degree worth it?
I'm interested in getting a bachelor's in psychology but have been told a degree is fairly useless on its own unless you pursue a higher degree such as a doctorate. Is this true ? What are some good careers to go into with a psychology degree that the job market will have high demand for in the...
What classes should you take when aspiring to be a psychologist?
I'm considering being a psychologist. #psychology #psychiatry #social-psychology #child-psychology #moral-psychology #social-skills #family-services #psychosocial
What should I major in?
I want to start a non profit organization about student mental health, but I don't know if I should major in psychology or social work or something else altogether. I only have one year of high school left, so I need to know what I am going to major in once I graduate. Thanks! #college...
Are there any ways to get a secure entry level job in Psychology immediately after college?
I love psychology, but I am still worried about my financial future in terms of supporting myself and earning a graduate degree at the same time. #psychology #psychiatry
What Psychology education/degree is right for me?
I want to make good money and have an enjoyable job that I look forward to. I'm interested in the Counselling stream for Psychology, but I'm not sure what the recommended education level is for counselling-related jobs. I've heard a Master's degree is recommended as the minimum level of...
Psychology and Computer Science?
I'm pretty sure I want to study CS at university but I also have interests in other subjects such as Psychology, Economics, and Education. Is it a good idea to double major in CS and one of these subjects? Which universities, if any, allow this combination? #computer-science #psychology...
I am very interested in how the brain works and how people behave in certain situations, but I also LOVE Art , so how do I work that out when deciding on a major for college?
I am a junior in high school and I am interested in how the brain works (psychology) and I love Art and want people to express themselves through it because I believe that Art works in powerful ways.