shall i persue my career in pyschology?
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Are you asking me a valid question here, or are you just trying to get inside my head?\nMaybe you should consider also PURSUing a spelling class or two. Sorry, don't mean to be offensive. We're all psychologists, you know. I'm psychosomatic psychopath.
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Either Psychology or Psychiatry are your best bets. It depends on how much close contact you want with those you are working with. In Psychology you'll have more book study time and learning about the mind in general, but as a Psychiatrist you'll have time to work with individual patients on their problems. Also keep the ideas of Counsellor, Social worker, or Therapist on your mind. The best thing to do would be to talk to an expert career finder. Hey, you may end up doing that for a living yourself! There are plenty of job opportunities open for people who like to help, I'm sure you'll find what fits you best if you look into it.
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You could talk to yourself about your studies!  This is actually a good learning strategy.\n\nSeriously, if you think that you're doing something that really interrupts your quality of life, why not find a mental health professional to help you with it?
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Get a Masters in Psych
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I think it starts with studying psychology, I just got admitted to university for psychology, so far I learn that there are two areas psychology with the department of science engineering or arts. they both or similar.Lots of studying, but its a good field, pays well,
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Only if you are a professional and legally licensed to do so; (e.i. psychiatrist, legal advisor, consultant, etc.)\n\n  Hope this helped.
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I'm a Psych major... y?
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Hmmm, I dont know about that 8 years stuff, my wife is a Psychologist, and it took 5 years of Graduate school to earn her Masters and Psy.D.  Of course, you have to also do your 4 years of undergrad, so you are looking at 9 years from the start of college for your bachelors until you graduate a Dr.  There are a lot of required courses at the graduate level, these include "Abnormal Psych", "Developmental Psych", and a whole lot of others- obviously to show a list of all the classes you would have to take for 9 years would take a very long time and a lot of space.  Also, a year of the 5 years in graduate school is also spent doing an internship, hopefully at an APA Accredited Internship.  Its very likely you would have to relocate to do that year.  Lastly- one thing to keep in mind is that many psychologists dont end up making a ton of money, so you might want to take a look at the cost of all those years in school, and decide if its worth it to you.
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Unless you plan on going into management or research, it is probably not worth it IN YOUR FIELD.  I'm a historian; it's a prerequisite for advancing in mine.
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Being a psych major, I'm partial to Psychology.  It was definitely fun & interesting (although Sociology prob would be too).  In terms of marketability, it seems to me there is no contect - Psych wins.  Aside the fact that there are direct professions (& many opportunities) that you can pursue (e.g. Psychologist, Psychiatrist, Child Psych, etc.), it is also very useful for other professions such as Marketing (which I currently do), Advertising, Market Research & Statistics.\n\nThat being said, my reco to you (if you are contemplating a major in colleges) is to go with the one you enjoy more.  College is the time to learn & experiment.  Grad school is the time to prepare for your career.  Also, in general, it's good to do what you love - you're usually better at it, too.
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I got my degree in Social Work... many more job options than psychology, but Spanish is definitely a good idea!  I was turned down for some jobs because I don't speak Spanish.  Good luck!
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If you're too busy to get the practicum hours done for the social work degree, then you're too busy to go to school for more years and STILL have to do the practicum hours for the MA in psychology. Either way, you'll need "hands on" experience in a clinical setting, as that is where the practical skills are developed that make you employable.\n\nYour social work teacher is correct - you can't practice psychology with just a B.A. If your goal is to be a therapist, it seems to me that you're better off finding out sooner rather than later what it's really like in the field - meaning doing those practicums as an undergraduate and get the social work degree. If you're too busy to do them, then it seems as though your priorities are elsewhere and you really don't want to do this.\n\nGetting practical experience through the social work degree will be the best investment you can make in yourself and will pay off far better and SOONER than anything else you're too busy with right now. You can't go wrong, as you could STILL go for a M.A. in psychology later.\n\nUpdated response: OK, clearly you ARE very busy, but I was right that your priorities are elsewhere, as they should be with a family. As to what to do with a BA in psychology, you can't be a therapist, but you'll have a liberal arts degree that will have broad applications in any area of work and should help you get higher pay. Again, it's the hands-on experience that would help you get a job in the psychology field so perhaps your current job or homeschooling work would have some applications.
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What do you WANT to do?  Where do your passions lie?  Perhaps trying a similar job while pursuing night classes in a field that appeals to may be an option.  My soon to be father in-law started off working with the mentally challenged went on to teach computer classes at college, then he ran his own computer business and now he works for the department of education.  Its possible this change of scenery is for the best and you may find something with your experience that you are better suited for.\n\nAnd yes, I feel the same way (and ramble quite often)
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I'm guessing you would want to work in "HR" at a large corporation,(or have your own "office"). \n\nIn any regard, honestly , I think it would be tough because you would have to council people ALL day. Your "career" is a very "vocal" career. How you interact with your fellow associates is a vital part of any Psych. job. You would be at a dis-advantage for sure. Marketing is a "dog eat dog" atmosphere, you would have to rise to the challenge.\n\nHowever, that does not mean you could not excel either. You could very easily "play the deaf card" and use your disability to your advantage. It is just a matter of "How much you want it" & " How much you are willing to give up". \n\nAnd when you put it that way, it doesn't matter if you are deaf or have a disability, it just matters how "hungry" you are!  Good Luck!
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whatever u know and love... do that... you should do what you think you would do best. if you like art, i would recommend art therapy. you could also simply major in psychology.\n it's all about what makes u you. \ni would suggest that you pick something that suits your needs. \nif u like something, go with that. don't pick the thing that someone tells you to just b/c they think that is what you should do and what you would make money with. do what makes you happy = ]
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I think that if it's something that you are interested in doing then go for it. It sounds like it would be a pretty good job especially if it's something you like. Good luck with your future.
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I am ready to start my graduate studies in psychology and while  finishing my bachelors degree was fortunate enough to work for Valley Mental Health in S.L.C. Utah. If clinical is what you desire you will be needing biological, psychopharmacological, statistical,experimental psychology and the list goes on. You will be busy but you will also be the smartest girl in the group (lots and lots of useful info). Need class guidance (tja_j@yahoo.com) good luck!!