Training for prescriptions vs. prescriptions for training: where are we now? Where should we be? How do we get there?
The proposal that state legislatures should grant prescription privileges to psychologists is examined critically, with particular attention to the proposal's implications for the future education and training of clinical psychologists. First, the current status of clinical psychology is described. Then, an alternative to the prescription privilege proposal is presented; this alternative prescribes a scientific approach to clinical psychology. Finally, a plan for achieving this alternative is outlined.
McFall
Richard M
RM
Department of Psychology, Indiana University-Bloomington, 47405, USA. mcfall@indiana.edu
D001291:Attitude of Health Personnel; D011307:Drug Prescriptions; D006801:Humans; D007880:Legislation, Drug; D001523:Mental Disorders / Q000188:drug therapy; D017009:Professional Autonomy; D011586:Psychology, Clinical / Q000193:education* / Q000331:legislation & jurisprudence*; D014481:United States