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Practicing professional psychology.

R J Silver1

  • 1Department of Psychiatry, Albany Medical College, USA. rjsilv@aol.com

The American Psychologist
|January 12, 2002
PubMed
Summary
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This article details a professional psychologist's practice, focusing on actuarial assessment methods and intervention strategies. It also highlights the importance of specialization, practice expansion, and engagement in advocacy and professional associations.

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Area of Science:

  • Clinical Psychology
  • Psychological Assessment

Background:

  • Professional psychology traditionally encompasses assessment and intervention.
  • This article presents a functional overview of a single practitioner's activities.

Discussion:

  • The assessment model prioritizes point predictions and actuarial approaches when available.
  • Explores specialization and expansion within psychological practice areas.
  • Emphasizes the necessity of engaging in advocacy and professional associations.

Key Insights:

  • Actuarial methods are central to the described assessment approach.
  • Professional growth involves specialization and broadening practice scope.
  • Active participation in advocacy and professional bodies is crucial.

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Outlook:

  • Future practice may see increased integration of actuarial data in assessments.
  • The role of psychologists in advocacy is likely to expand.
  • Continued professional development through specialization and association involvement is recommended.