The social psychologist investigates in the laboratory the influence of cultural and social factors on behavior. Some of the research has focused on the areas of social learning, social perception, motivation, attitude formation and change, mass media effects, group dynamics, aggression, helping behavior, and leadership. The social psychologist may teach at the high school or university level and may conduct research on social problems in almost any location. A PhD is almost always required. Some Emerging Specialties in Psychology Family Psychology Psychologists who are interested in issues related to the prevention and treatment of family conflict and the maintenance of normal family functioning.
Forensic psychologists are active in the applied and clinical aspects of psychology and law.
They are often have graduate training in both psychology and the law. Forensic psychologists might be involved in making recommendations concerning child custody, evaluating a defendant's mental competence to stand trail, or counseling inmates and probationers. Health Psychology Practitioners and researchers who are concerned with the promotion and maintenance of good health. Information was adapted from the 1986 revision of Careers in Psychology.