ONGOING AND EMERGING TRENDS

Introduction

The Handbook of International Psychology surveys the history, education, practice, and future of psychology in 27 countries from 9 regions across 6 continents.

Based on this survey, we can identify the direction that psychology is taking as a science and profession around the globe.

Current Trends

    Growth of Psychology
    Specialization in Psychology
    Feminization of Psychology
    Contextually Sensitive Paradigms
    Regional Revitalization
    Expansion in Developing Countries

Growth of Psychology

    Number of Psychologists
    Number of Psychology Students
    Number of Psychology Programs

Specialization in Psychology

    Diversity within Organizations
    Specialty Training
    Journal Content and Proliferation
    Advanced Telecommunications

Feminization of Psychology

    Female versus Male Psychologists
    Female versus Male Psychology Students
    Gender Differences in Specialization

Contextually Sensitive Paradigms

    Multiculturalism
    Indigenization
    A New World Order?

Regional Revitalization

    West Europe
    East Europe
    South America

Expansion in Developing Countries
   
    China
    India

DISCUSSION:

➢    Some have said that there is a gap between science and practice in U.S. psychology.  Is this true?  If so, how can the existence of such a gap be explained?

➢    In most countries a bachelor’s or master’s degree is required to hold the title of psychologist and practice professionally.  The requirement in the U.S. is a doctorate.  Any reactions, pro or con?