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  • The American Psychological Association (APA) endorsed prescriptive authority for psychologists (RxP) in 1995.
  • RxP has since been legalized in five U.S. states: Idaho, Illinois, Iowa, Louisiana, and New Mexico.
  • Prescribing psychologists are currently utilized by the Department of Defense, Public Health Service, and Indian Health Service.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To provide an overview of prescriptive authority for psychologists (RxP).
  • To offer updates on the current status of RxP for those informed.
  • To recommend future directions for RxP development and implementation.

Main Methods:

  • Review of scholarship related to RxP.
  • Analysis of newsletter columns and state legislative efforts.
  • Examination of current RxP laws, policies, training programs, and historical events.

Main Results:

  • RxP is legal in five states and utilized across federal services.
  • Over 200 psychologists have attained RxP privileges.
  • Five APA-designated training programs facilitate RxP qualification.

Conclusions:

  • Increased numbers of psychologists completing RxP training are expected to enhance public access to mental health services.
  • Further development and implementation of RxP are recommended.
  • The scope of RxP practice continues to evolve, with ongoing legal and policy considerations.