Psychological services can be viewed as one
important part of a complete health care plan. Despite
stereotypes that only "mentally ill" people require a
psychologist's help, in fact, one in six Canadians will
experience a psychological problem during their
lifetime.
Psychological problems can be significant mood
changes, such as depression or anxiety, phobias,
chronic stress, and difficulty adjusting to significant
life changes such as divorce, job loss, aging, death of
a loved one, or an illness. Difficulties in relationships
with other people such as a spouse, parent, child, or
co-worker are often remedied by psychological
services.
Psychologists also support families and assist children
dealing with a variety of developmental issues
including learning problems, emotional difficulties,
hyperactivity, conflicts with family, problems with
peers and coping with illness.
Individuals who have grown up in dysfunctional
families, have been sexually abused, or lived with and
abusive or alcoholic partner often benefit from
psychological intervention.
Psychological problems may also be manifest in
specific behaviours, such as difficulty controlling
anger, sexual dysfunction, substance abuse, etc.
Psychological interventions can help persons having
difficulties coping with health problems including head
injury, stroke, pain, headache and chronic illness.
Not all persons consulting a psychologist have clinical
problems. Career/vocational assessments,
preventative consultations, performance
enhancements and personal development are among
the non-pathological issues addressed by some
psychologists.
Even organizations and corporations can benefit from
psychological services. In industry, psychologists help
companies with their human resource and productivity
concerns.
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