8 Questions
Which type of psychologist focuses on studying research to create a knowledge base?
Personality psychologists
Which type of psychologist applies research findings to tackle practical problems?
Industrial psychologists
Which type of psychologist assists people with problems in living and achieving well-being?
Counseling psychologists
Which branch of medicine can prescribe medicines as well as therapy?
Psychiatry
Which type of psychologist focuses on studying the biological, developmental, cognitive, personality, and social aspects of human behavior?
Basic researchers
Which type of psychologist uses research findings to address practical problems in the workplace?
Industrial psychologists
Which type of psychologist assists individuals in dealing with psychological disorders through assessment and treatment?
Clinical psychologists
Which type of psychologist is a branch of medicine that can prescribe medications and provide therapy?
Psychiatry
Study Notes
Types of Psychologists
- Research Psychologist: Focuses on studying research to create a knowledge base.
Applied Psychologists
- Applied Psychologist: Applies research findings to tackle practical problems.
Clinical Psychologists
- Clinical Psychologist: Assists people with problems in living and achieving well-being.
- Assists individuals in dealing with psychological disorders through assessment and treatment.
Medical Professionals
- Psychiatrist: A branch of medicine that can prescribe medicines as well as therapy.
Psychologists with Specialized Focus
- General Psychologist: Focuses on studying the biological, developmental, cognitive, personality, and social aspects of human behavior.
Industrial-Organizational Psychologists
- Industrial-Organizational Psychologist: Uses research findings to address practical problems in the workplace.
Test your knowledge of different branches of psychology with this quiz! Learn about basic research, applied research, and counseling psychology while answering questions on various subfields of the discipline. Challenge yourself and expand your understanding of the diverse areas within the field of psychology.
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