1. 1/26/15 Review: Define theory and principle. Preview: list at least 2 types of specialized psychology. ACT WORD: Ethical - pertaining to morals; pertaining to right and wrong in conduct

2. What do psychologists do, and what are their areas of specialization? PSYCHOLOGISTS Test ideas using various research methods such as surveys and experimentation Consult and teach

3. What do psychologists do, and what are their areas of specialization? AREAS OF SPECIALIZATION Clinical – the largest group – treat psychological problems Counseling – treat adjustment problems School – deal with students who have problems that interfere with learning Educational Psychologist – focus on course planning and instructional methods

4. What do psychologists do, and what are their areas of specialization? Personality Psychologist – identify characteristics or traits Social Psychologist – concerned with people ’ s behavior in social situations Experimental Psychologist – conduct research into basic processes

5. What do psychologists do, and what are their areas of specialization? Industrial and Organizational Psychologist – focus on people in work and business Environmental Psychologist – focus on ways in which people influence and are influenced by physical environment Consumer Psychologist – study the behavior of shoppers to explain and predict behavior

6. What do psychologists do, and what are their areas of specialization? Forensic Psychologist – are concerned with how psychological problems give rise to criminal behavior Health Psychologist – study the ways in which behavior and mental processes are related to physical health

7. Group A You will create a job advertisement for a psychologist in one of the areas of specialization that we have covered. You will specify in your ads what the nature of the job will be but not to specify which type of specialist is being sought. Once completed the class will attempt to guess to specialists. You will also answer 2-3 guiding questions as a writing component. Group B Exploring the field of psychology, you will create a brochure that explains a specialized area of psychology as a future career choice. This will serve as a guide book that will explain the goals and specializations. You are to cover: education and training requirements, salary, work setting, and types of jobs available in the area of specialization.