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Fields and Occupations of Psychology

Question 11 • 53040de1 ECAD Fall 2026 - Q2 - Psychology - S1

In a short paragraph, compare and contrast clinical psychology and counseling psychology.

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Both clinical and counseling psychologists assess and help people manage psychological difficulties, and their work can overlap. Clinical psychology has traditionally focused more on diagnosing and treating serious mental disorders, while counseling psychology often emphasizes adjustment, coping, and everyday life or career concerns. Both may provide therapy and use psychological assessment.