Why does someone become a psychologist?
10 Answers to "Why does someone become a psychologist?"
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There are so many different kinds of "psychologists". I assume you mean clinical or counseling psychologists. I am a cognitive psychologist- I don't care about your feelings:P.. I want to know how your mind works (or doesn't).
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Yes i meant clinical psychologists.Like (1)
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Even I tell clients I'm less concerned about their feelings than their FUNCTIONING and how to get it back.Like (1)
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To make themselves seem less ****** crazy!
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Not saying they dont help but think most are damaged also. Just my opinion.
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Exactly!
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I am about to go to school for psychology...I want to get a degree in criminal/forensic psychology. Clinical and cognitive psychology are also of high interest for me. I suppose I will determine my path the more I learn. The reason I've decided to go for this is because I find thought process to be fascinating...the mind is complex and extremely interesting. I want to understand how it works, I also enjoy helping others but understanding takes precedence. I imagine understanding the cognitive aspects would assist in the clinical areas as well. It's something I've had a passion for, for a long time and I'm excited to begin this part of my journey!
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Best of luck to you.
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To feel better after hearing everyone's problems and knowing it could be worst. And eventually falling inlove with their patient.
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It' a better chance to land a job than being a philosopher , maybe ?
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and this is, incidentally, true..:P
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Thank you !! thought so
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you can know others every secret without prying. and also other perks.
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I applaud people for intelligence and making something of themselves,
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Because he or she is a good listener.
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Because human mind is beautiful and complex.
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Posted by musicbook 1 Jan 11th, 2013 at 9:17AM
I'm a psychotherapist (Counseling Psychologist) and I noticed a trend back when I was in grad school.
I found that therapists fell into two basic camps.
1. People who were emotionally healthy (they had usually worked through their own stuff) and wanted to help other become emotionally healthy.
2. People who were seriously messed up emotionally and hoped that working in the field would help (and save them the trouble of working on themselves.)
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Reply by aprilriver Jan 11th, 2013 at 9:21AM
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