Job roles and responsibilities

Job duties vary according to their specialty. The average psychologist may work at schools, hospitals, or their own practice. They lead counseling sessions and talk to people and fostering positive mental health and personal growth. Developmental psychologists research changes over a persons life. Forensic psychologists work with the law enforcement and help with various cases. Research psychologists study cases of particular behavior patterns. Clinical psychologists work to prevent, treat, and diagnose mental disorders.

Why I want to be a psychologist.

Learning about the brain and how it responds in different situations has always fascinated me. I like learning and helping peoples mental health. Knowing that I helped someone, even if it’s in the littlest way, is pleasing to me.