Basic research careers:

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Cognitive psychologists

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develop strategies to help people who are experiencing difficulties with one or more of these processes. The study of metal procees such as memory/ attention perception.

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Developmental psychologists

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main areas: academia or clinical settings. In academia, developmental psychologists conduct research centered around understanding biological, cognitive, social, and other factors related to human development. Many researchers also teach classes at the university level.

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Educational psychologists

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is the study of behavioral, cognitive, social, and emotional processes that occur during learning and how that knowledge can be applied to improve the learning proces designing training programs

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Experimental psychologists

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scientific methods to collect data and perform research. Often, their work builds, one study at a time, to a larger finding or conclusion.

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Psychometric psychologists

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interested in social behavior often undertake basic research. Social/community psychologists engaging in basic research are not trying to solve particular problems; rather, they want to learn more about why humans act the way they do

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Social psychologist

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dynamics to understand the impact of groups on individuals, as well as how individuals shape groups.

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Forensic psychologists

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development of tests intended to improve the process of criminal assessment, while others analyze treatments used on convicted criminals.

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Environmental psychologists

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considers how we as people shape our natural world and built environments – and how those environments shape us in turn

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Industrial-organizational (I/O) psychologists

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focus on the behavior of employees in the workplace. They apply psychological principles and research methods to improve the overall work environment

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Neuropsychologists

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treat nervous system disorders. They evaluate patients after an injury or illness, conduct assessments to determine how the patient’s brain works

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Rehabilitation psychologists

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study within the field of Psychology that focuses on solving problems, curing illnesses, and innovating new technologies.

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School psychologists

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scientific study within the field of Psychology that focuses on solving problems, curing illnesses, and innovating new technologies. Its main purpose is to conduct scientific research and apply it to real-world situations

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Sport psychologists

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employs a combination of evidence-based performance enhancement techniques, sport science, and counseling skills to help clients maximize their potentia

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Clinical psychologists

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work with clients to assess, diagnose and treat mental, emotional and behavioral disorders.

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Community psychologists

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Community psychologists play an important role in protecting the health and wellness of individuals and communities.