1. Martin Seligman: The New Era of Positive Psychology Martin Seligman says psychology has proven to be effective in making “miserable people less miserable,” but it should do more than that. Psychologists have become “victimologists,” he posits, and they ignore those with normal lives and/or high talent. Seligman argues that, in addition to repairing damage,…
Educational Psychology Resource Guide
This guide of educational psychology resources is designed for current and prospective students or those who are simply interested in learning more about the discipline. The guide provides a list of informative general resources, blogs, databases and journals, multimedia resources such as podcasts and social media resources such as Twitter handles. Associations, professional organizations and…
Top 25 Psychology Scholarships for 2014
Financing a college education can be very expensive and the process of taking out loans can also come with a hefty price tag. However, there is an affordable solution that can help alleviate the stress associated with paying for college. If you are interested in becoming a psychologist or want to pursue another psychology occupational…
How Do I Pay for an Online Psychology Degree?
The online psychology degree is now a viable way to get experience and education in the field of psychology. Since the price tag of online degrees is comparable to that of in person degrees, some students wonder how to pay for these degree programs. Fortunately, there are several options for financing an online psychology degree….
Are Online Psychology Degrees Respected?
New online degree options are popping up all the time, especially in popular areas like psychology. many students wonder whether these degrees are respected by employers and the outside community. The answer depends on a few things, such as the caliber of the school and the student’s background. Are Online Psychology Degrees Respected? Online psychology…
What Careers Can I Have With a Psychology Degree?
Psychology is the study of mental functions and behaviors. According to the National Center for Education Statistics, in 2011-12 nearly 16.5% of bachelor’s degrees and approximately 28% of all graduate degrees conferred were in the field of psychology. Many occupations in this subject require a graduate degree; however, jobs are available with varying levels of…
Job and Salary Prospects for Psychologists?
The demand for psychologists, especially those who specialize in specific fields, appears to be promising over the next decade. According to the US Bureau of Labor Statistics, the median yearly wage for psychologists in 2012 was $69,280, averaging out to an hourly wage of approximately $33.00 per hour. On February 5, 2014, ABC News named…
How Do I Become A Psychologist?
You’ve researched a lot about psychologists, and you know a lot about the job, but how do you get there from where you are? Practicing psychology can be very rewarding, but it takes a lot of work, too. You’ll have to get at least a master’s degree, get experience in the field, and acquire a…
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