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Now, the career possibilities for psychologists are more varied and exciting than ever. As Career Paths in Psychology shows, the range of work available to psychologists goes far beyond the "traditional" roles of laboratory researcher or individual therapist. Among the careers discussed in these pages are the following: School psychology, Consulting psychology, Industrial/organizational psychology, Counseling psychology, Clinical psychology in hospitals, Military psychology, Public service, Psychology in academic careers, Health psychology, Psychology in managed care. The first edition of Career Paths in Psychology, released in 1997, has become an invaluable resource for students and instructors alike. This new, second edition-updated to reflect changes since that time and to highlight current trends in the field-contains five additional chapters on careers in medical schools, administration, child psychology, neuropsychology, and the government.
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Reviewer: Nicholas Greco IV, MS, BCETS, CATSM(Abbott Laboratories)Description: This is the second edition of this widely popular book which examines the current trends and career possibilities for those considering psychology as a career or for those currently in a psychology program. The last edition was published 10 years ago, and this is the perfect time for an update with all of the changes occurring in the field.
Purpose: The purpose is to provide the most accurate information on the 19 graduate-level careers available so readers can make an educated decision on where the field of psychology can take them. The book provides a realistic presentation as contributing authors discuss the advantages and disadvantages of their chosen fields. Having such a reference is invaluable.
Audience: Undergraduate and graduate students and current psychologists are best served by this book as it provides the necessary information about the various careers. Current psychologists considering a change in scope will want to read this book. Undergraduates will benefit immensely from the wealth of information in helping them to pursue a graduate career in psychology. Graduate students may get the needed motivation to keep going in their chosen program or may realize they need to rethink their focus. The author and contributors each are credible in their chosen fields and provide priceless information expected for this book.
Features: An in-depth examination of 19 available careers in psychology is presented by experts in each of their chosen fields. Each author gives an unbiased, realistic view of what they do, how they got there, and why they are still there. The book is divided into four parts: academia, clinical and counseling psychology, various organizations, and diverse areas of psychology. The examples and real-life aspects in one book are a rare find.
Assessment: As the field of psychology is constantly in a state of change, students and current members of the field need a reliable source of career information that is better than having a personal advisor. This book is that reliable source.
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Table of Contents
Contributors ix
Acknowledgments xi
Introduction 3
Academia 7
Teaching, Research, and More: Psychologists in an Academic Career Henry L. Roediger III 9
Learning About Learning: Psychologists in Schools of Education Robert Calfee 35
Teaching the Managers of Tomorrow: Psychologists in Business Schools Victor H. Vroom 51
Working as a Psychologist in a Medical School Elena L. Grigorenko 69
Coming Full Circle: From Academe to Administration to Academe Sharon Stephens Brehm 83
Clinical and Counseling Psychology 99
Clinical Psychologists in Independent Practice: Infinite Opportunities Christine H. Farber Daniel J. Abrahamson 101
Careers in Child Clinical Psychology Jane Annunziata Marc Nemiroff 119
The Diverse and Intriguing Career Opportunities for Counseling Psychologists Melba J. T. Vasquez 135
Clinical Neuropsychology: Brain-Behavior Relationships Paul L. Craig 161
Career Experiences of Clinical Psychologists Working in a Hospital Brian P. Daly Ronald T. Brown 179
A Variety of Organizations 201
Careers in Public Service: The Intersection of Science and Policy Tamara M. Haegerich Lynn Okagaki 203
Scientific Careers in Psychology in Government Service Marc H. Bornstein 215
Promoting Positive School Environments: A Career in School Psychology Mary Barringer Adam Saenz 227
Industrial/Organizational (I/O) Psychology as a Career: Improving Workforce Performance and Retention John J. Pass 249
In the Halls of Business: Consulting Psychology as a Career Judith S. Blanton 259
Diverse Areas of Psychology 279
Military Psychology: A Dynamic and Practical Application of Psychological Expertise Debra L. Dunivin M. Victoria Ingram 281
Health Psychology: Where Psychological Biological, and Social Factors Intersect Kelly D. Brownell Peter Salovey 307
A Psychologist in Managed Care: An Unexpected Career Bruce L. Bobbitt 329
Improving Test Development, Use, and Research: Psychologists in Educational and Psychological Testing Organizations Wayne J. Camara 343
Epilogue: Preparing for a Career in Psychology Robert J. Sternberg 357
Index 363
About the Editor 375