DEVELOPING AS AN EFFECTIVE PSYCHOLOGIST

<p dir="auto"><img src="https://images.hive.blog/768x0/https://cdn.steemitimages.com/DQmNXVAWGXep4xr2KnjPBPV1XwPTW4YMLfbcEBqRa9XWXbd/download.jpg" alt="download.jpg" srcset="https://images.hive.blog/768x0/https://cdn.steemitimages.com/DQmNXVAWGXep4xr2KnjPBPV1XwPTW4YMLfbcEBqRa9XWXbd/download.jpg 1x, https://images.hive.blog/1536x0/https://cdn.steemitimages.com/DQmNXVAWGXep4xr2KnjPBPV1XwPTW4YMLfbcEBqRa9XWXbd/download.jpg 2x" /> <p dir="auto">Most people think that they are some kind of psychologists. We, at times, talk<br /> about intelligence, inferiority complex, identity<br /> crisis, mental blocks, attitude, stress, communication barriers and so many other<br /> terms. Generally people pick up such terms from popular writings and media.<br /> There are a lot of common sense notions about human behaviour that one develops<br /> in the course of their lives. Some regularity in human behaviour is frequently observed<br /> by us to warrant generalisation. This kind of everyday amateur psychology often<br /> misfires, sometimes even proves disastrous. There still remains a question<br /> of how to differentiate between a pseudo psychologist from a real psychologist. <p dir="auto">An answer can be constructed by asking such questions like professional<br /> training, educational background, institutional affiliation, and her/his<br /> experience in providing service. However, what is critical is training as a researcher<br /> and internalisation of certain professional values. It is now recognised that the<br /> knowledge of tools used by psychologists, their methods and theories are required to<br /> develop psychological expertise.<br /> <img src="https://images.hive.blog/768x0/https://cdn.steemitimages.com/DQmemJmJTk2B3dyAMzo19cJNbEUzubNqHmkFSGdz6jnbgQt/images.jpg" alt="images.jpg" srcset="https://images.hive.blog/768x0/https://cdn.steemitimages.com/DQmemJmJTk2B3dyAMzo19cJNbEUzubNqHmkFSGdz6jnbgQt/images.jpg 1x, https://images.hive.blog/1536x0/https://cdn.steemitimages.com/DQmemJmJTk2B3dyAMzo19cJNbEUzubNqHmkFSGdz6jnbgQt/images.jpg 2x" /> <p dir="auto"><strong><em>For example, a professional psychologist<br /> addresses the problem at the scientific level. They take their problem to the<br /> laboratory or study it in field settings to answer various problems. S/he tries to find<br /> the answer in terms of mathematical probability. Only then does s/he arrive at<br /> psychological principles or laws that can be depended upon. <p dir="auto">Here, another distinction should be made. Some psychologists carry out<br /> research to propound or investigate theoretical formulations while others are<br /> concerned with our daily life activities and behaviour. We need both types of<br /> psychologists. We need some scientists to develop theories and others to find<br /> solutions to human problems. It is important to know about the conditions<br /> and competencies that are necessary besides research skills for a psychologist.<br /> There are conditions and competencies for psychologists which have come to be<br /> recognised internationally. <p dir="auto"><img src="https://images.hive.blog/768x0/https://cdn.steemitimages.com/DQmV83uoYuZagzfkzsTjfQ3wfGYYeeG1mcjnguxatN7yhzL/images%20(1).jpg" alt="images (1).jpg" srcset="https://images.hive.blog/768x0/https://cdn.steemitimages.com/DQmV83uoYuZagzfkzsTjfQ3wfGYYeeG1mcjnguxatN7yhzL/images%20(1).jpg 1x, https://images.hive.blog/1536x0/https://cdn.steemitimages.com/DQmV83uoYuZagzfkzsTjfQ3wfGYYeeG1mcjnguxatN7yhzL/images%20(1).jpg 2x" /> <p dir="auto">They cover a range of knowledge that a psychologist should possess when<br /> entering the profession after complete in their education and training. These apply<br /> to practitioners, academicians, and researchers whose roles involve consulting<br /> with students, business, industry, and broader community. It is recognised that<br /> it is difficult to develop, implement and Psychology 180<br /> measure competencies required in a subject like psychology as the criteria for<br /> specification, identification and evaluation are not yet fully agreed upon.<br /> The basic skills or competencies which psychologists have identified for becoming<br /> an effective psychologist fall into three broad sections, namely,<br /> <strong><em>(a) General Skills,<br /> (b) Observational Skills, and<br /> (c) Specific Skills .<br /> <strong>These are discussed in detail here. <h1>GENERAL SKILLS <p dir="auto"><img src="https://images.hive.blog/768x0/https://cdn.steemitimages.com/DQmVUMxKY15Ah1gyM1ePeGm44rTrnysRxTYJ5oE2gsATqMr/images%20(2).jpg" alt="images (2).jpg" srcset="https://images.hive.blog/768x0/https://cdn.steemitimages.com/DQmVUMxKY15Ah1gyM1ePeGm44rTrnysRxTYJ5oE2gsATqMr/images%20(2).jpg 1x, https://images.hive.blog/1536x0/https://cdn.steemitimages.com/DQmVUMxKY15Ah1gyM1ePeGm44rTrnysRxTYJ5oE2gsATqMr/images%20(2).jpg 2x" /> <p dir="auto">These skills are generic in nature and are needed by all psychologists irrespective of<br /> their field of specialisation. These skills are essential for all professional psychologists,<br /> whether they are working in the field of clinical and health psychology, industrial/<br /> organisational, social, educational, or in environmental settings, or are acting as<br /> consultants. These skills include personal as well as intellectual skills. It is expected<br /> that it will not be proper to provide any form of professional training (in clinical or<br /> organisational fields) to students who do not possess these skills. Once a student<br /> has these skills, subsequent training in her/his area of specialisation would only<br /> refine and further hone these skills required by a professional within her/his<br /> field of specialisation. <h1>OBSERVATIONAL SKILLS <p dir="auto"><img src="https://images.hive.blog/768x0/https://cdn.steemitimages.com/DQmVNGA665h3V8MAg1W2FfJFRmpqmTkoFJb7PboR8KmPhQr/download%20(1).jpg" alt="download (1).jpg" srcset="https://images.hive.blog/768x0/https://cdn.steemitimages.com/DQmVNGA665h3V8MAg1W2FfJFRmpqmTkoFJb7PboR8KmPhQr/download%20(1).jpg 1x, https://images.hive.blog/1536x0/https://cdn.steemitimages.com/DQmVNGA665h3V8MAg1W2FfJFRmpqmTkoFJb7PboR8KmPhQr/download%20(1).jpg 2x" /> <p dir="auto">A great deal of what psychologists as<br /> researchers and practitioners do in the<br /> field is to pay attention, watch and listen<br /> carefully. They use all the senses, noticing<br /> what is seen, heard, smelt, tasted, or<br /> touched. A psychologist, thus, is like an<br /> instrument that absorbs all sources of<br /> information from the environment. <pre><code> **Intellectual and Personal Skills** 1. Interpersonal Skills: ability to listen and be empathic, to develop respect for/interest in others’ cultures, experiences, values, points of view, goals and desires, fears, openness to receive feedback, etc. These skills are expressed verbally and/or non-verbally. 2. Cognitive Skills: ability to solve problems, engage in critical thinking and organised reasoning, and having intellectual curiosity and flexibility. 3. Affective Skills: emotional control and balance, tolerance/understanding of interpersonal conflict, tolerance of ambiguity and uncertainty. 4. Personality/Attitude: desire to help others, openness to new ideas, honesty/integrity/ value ethical behaviour, personal courage. 5. Expressive Skills: ability to communicate one’s ideas, feelings and information in verbal, non-verbal, and written forms. 6. Reflective Skills: ability to examine and consider one’s own motives, attitudes, behaviours and ability to be sensitive to one’s own behaviour or others. 7. Personal Skills: personal organisation, personal hygiene, time management, and appropriate dress. <p dir="auto">Sensitivity to Diversity : Individual and Cultural Differences<br /> <img src="https://images.hive.blog/768x0/https://cdn.steemitimages.com/DQmS7AWpG5CJgh4UXR3mwCYKsH8Q2v912geQrRwsCxtsG38/images%20(3).jpg" alt="images (3).jpg" srcset="https://images.hive.blog/768x0/https://cdn.steemitimages.com/DQmS7AWpG5CJgh4UXR3mwCYKsH8Q2v912geQrRwsCxtsG38/images%20(3).jpg 1x, https://images.hive.blog/1536x0/https://cdn.steemitimages.com/DQmS7AWpG5CJgh4UXR3mwCYKsH8Q2v912geQrRwsCxtsG38/images%20(3).jpg 2x" /> <ul> <li>Knowledge of self (one’s own attitudes, values, and related strengths/limitations) as<br /> one operates in the professional settings with diverse others. <li>Knowledge about the nature and impact of individual and cultural diversity in different<br /> situations. <li>Ability to work effectively with diverse backgrounds in assessment, treatment, and<br /> consultation. <li>Ability to respect and appreciate different cultural norms and beliefs. <li>Being sensitive to one’s preferences and also to one’s preference for own group. <li>Ability to promote diversity in cultural beliefs and respecting it to promote positive life<br /> outcomes . <p dir="auto">Though, specific skills and competencies are required for a very<br /> specialised professional functioning, nonetheless, all skill sets do overlap quite<br /> a bit. They are not exclusive to an area. Relevant specific skills and competencies<br /> can be classified as follows: <p dir="auto">(a) Communication Skills <ul> <li>Speaking <li>Active listening <li>Body language or non-verbal skills <p dir="auto">(b) Psychological Testing Skills <p dir="auto">(c) Interviewing Skills <p dir="auto">(d) Counselling Skills <ul> <li>Empathy <li>Positive regard <li>Authenticity . <p dir="auto"><img src="https://images.hive.blog/768x0/https://cdn.steemitimages.com/DQmeh8mY6v1D4iFWSgn5Jkf5XCvrDeyAEgVDHVhXkg6jfVS/images%20(4).jpg" alt="images (4).jpg" srcset="https://images.hive.blog/768x0/https://cdn.steemitimages.com/DQmeh8mY6v1D4iFWSgn5Jkf5XCvrDeyAEgVDHVhXkg6jfVS/images%20(4).jpg 1x, https://images.hive.blog/1536x0/https://cdn.steemitimages.com/DQmeh8mY6v1D4iFWSgn5Jkf5XCvrDeyAEgVDHVhXkg6jfVS/images%20(4).jpg 2x" /> <p dir="auto">So, guyz...this is my today's blog and i hope you will really appreciate it..<br /> friends please share your opinions about it..<br /> Thanks to You<br /> K PsYcHO....<br /><span> <a href="/@karann">@karann