School Psychology

One of the most promising and commonly misconceived branches of psychology is School Psychology. Its potential lies in the fact that "...School psychologists are 'humanists first' and therefore are especially interested in primary prevention, not only in schools, but in the community at large" (Phillips, 1990, p.47). The definition of school psychology and what it encompasses has been highly debated for several decades. As the term school psychology is a misnomer, it may lead one to …

…disabilities would lower dramatically. Unprecedented problems that challenge our education system today require a more flexible and aggressive task force. School psychologists are potential developers of preventative programs that would address the issues of gang violence, teen pregnancy, suicide, and peer pressure, et al. The obvious need for school psychologists should catapult the profession to the forefront of educational reform. Ultimately a passive course of action will result in the undermining of our children's education.