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Nov 10, 2016, 09:26 PM
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Chimp,
Yes, psychology can be a kind of useless degree unless you are going to get a PhD. I believe you can actually see patients with a PhD as a psychologist. So you wouldn't just be stuck as a researcher. Yes, there are a lot of people out there getting doctorates in psychology and so it's a competitive field.
WIth a degree in psychology you could potentially go into social services though or the nonprofit world and be a case worker or work at a shelter or rehab. Not great pay but very rewarding.
On another note: I"m glad you're trying to consider what the job options are, but if this is truly your passion, then go for it.
Good luck,
seesaw
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