The document discusses careers in psychology, outlining that the American Psychological Association had 52 divisions in 1998 representing areas of training and specialization. It describes basic research as pure science seeking new information to expand psychological knowledge, while applied research aims to solve practical problems. The largest number of professional psychologists work as clinical psychologists diagnosing and treating patients with psychological issues.

1. CAREERS IN
PSYCHOLOGY

2. The Profession of Psychology
• American Psychological Association had
52 divisions in 1998
• Some represent areas of training and
specialization (e.g., developmental,
clinical)
• Some are applied (i.e., teaching in
psychology, psychology and the law)

3. Basic Research
• Pure science or research
• Research for the sake of finding new
information and expanding the
knowledge base of psychology

4. Applied Research
• Research designed to solve specific
practical problems

5. Clinical Psychologist
• Diagnose and treat patients with
psychological problems
• Largest number of professional
psychologists

16. REVIEW
QUESTION: The difference between basic
and applied research is…
ANSWER: Basic is scientific research trying
to find new information.
Applied is research that is trying to solve a
practical problem.

17. REVIEW
QUESTION: Where do most psychologists
work?
ANSWER: Private Practice or Colleges &
Universities