N.J. Advice from the Experts Dr. Stephen Davis psychology professor at Emporia State University offers this advice to prospective students. Students can expect to be intellectually challenged with new ideas, concepts, and research findings during their program of study in the science of psychology. These new ideas, concepts, and research findings cover the full range of human experience from basic biological processes to social interactions. The successful psychology student has strong internal motivation, good study habits, and the ability to accept and appreciate differences in people and cultures. The future for psychology is quite bright and will continue to be so well into the next century.
Psychology is one of the fastest-growing majors in college.
Moreover, the demands for counseling and clinical psychologists, neuropsychologists, industrial-organizational psychologists, school and educational psychologists, forensic psychologists, and other psychological specialities has grown at an unprecedented rate. The biggest challenges facing psychology are those created by technology and prosperity. As technology advances, it is important for psychologists to remain current in their knowledge of new techniques, equipment, and procedures. As psychology continues to grow and prosper, it has become a highly specialized and diversified field with numerous subareas and specialties. It is a challenge for psychologists to know and appreciate the breadth and depth of the field.