1. Psychology What Psychologists Do (1:2)

2. Three Types ► All psychologists share an interest in behavior  Some are primarily interested in research  Some psychologists work in therapy groups (consulting) to help people  Some psychologists teach psychology

3. Clinical Psychologists ► Largest group of Psychologists  Help people with problems ► Anxiety, depression, relationships or major disorders as well as drug abuse and weight control.  Evaluation of problems through interviews and tests ► Help to identify and understand problem / change ineffective or harmful behaviors

4. Clinical Psychologists ► Not to be confused with psychiatrists  Psychiatrists are medical doctors who can describe medication

5. Counseling Psychologists ► Also use interviews and tests to identify problems  Vastly different problems than what clinical psychologists deal with  Family, career, or other relationship problems ► Friends, teachers, etc.  Usually employed by businesses and schools

6. School Psychologists ► School psychologists help those who have problems that impede learning ► May administer tests (achievement based) ► Observe students in classroom and social settings ► Weigh in on student placement

7. Educational Psychologists ► Focus on course planning and instructional methods for a whole school system  How are students affected by: ► Psychological factors ► Cultural factors ► Economic factors ► Instructional methods ► Some help prepare standardized tests  SAT’s

8. Developmental Psychologists ► Changes to the human condition(s)  Physical  Emotional  Cognitive  Social ► Interest in adolescent development  Extraordinary Field

9. Personality Psychologists ► Interest in trait development and gender roles in society  Do gender roles exist?

10. Social Psychologists ► The behavior of people in social settings  Differences and attractions of men and women  Conform to group attitudes (standards and expectations)  Behavior in groups  Prejudice and discrimination between groups  Act aggressively or help others

11. Experimental Psychologists ► Basic Research – Research done with no immediate application  i.e. – ► Motivational factors in dieting ► Memory and learning in classroom settings

12. Other Specialists ► Industrial and Organizational Psychologists  Focus on people and work ► May be involved in hiring, promotions, demotions, placements, etc. ► Environmental Psychologists  How people influence and are influenced by their environment ► How does where you live affect your life?

13. Other Specialists ► Consumer Psychologists  Behavior of shoppers ► Placement of items in stores ► Forensic Psychologists  Work within the criminal justice system ► Health Psychologists  Help people adopt healthy behavior  Examine how behavior and mental processes are related to health