Psychology 3301F/G Study Guide - Midterm Guide: Schizophrenia, Hindsight Bias, Doctor Of Psychology
17 Jun 2016
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To understand, predict, and control (and/or treat) thoughts, feelings, and behaviour. Complete medical training plus 4 year residency in psychiatry. ** certified nurse practitioners have prescription privileges in canada. Assist individuals, groups, or communities to restore or enhance their capacity for social functioning while creating societal conditions favourable to their goals. Familial and social (but also psychological) determinant of pathology. Less extensive training than psychologists or psychiatrists. Ot therapists: responsible for helping patients regain their ability to perform daily living and work activities. Recreation therapist: provide recreation for those with illness or disability. Art or music therapist: use art or music as part of therapy. Pastoral counseling/therapy: spiritual care (usually non-denominational) Ph. d. training in research and practice. Power to diagnose which is a regulated act : share with psychiatrists and md"s. Trained in assessment and therapy with serious disorders. Currently changing to include more private practice. Clinical neuropsychology assessment and treatment of those with brain illness/injury.
