Assignment:

Scope of Psychology in Pakistan

Course Title: History and Systems in Psychology

Submitted to: Ma’am Bushra

Submitted by: Rabia Noor

Department of Psychology, Superior College

 Scope of Psychology in Pakistan

Introduction:

Psychology is the scientific study of behavior, cognition, and emotion. It is the branch of science
that deals with the understanding of how and why people think, feel, and behave the way they do.
Psychology is a rapidly growing field in Pakistan, with an increasing number of students choosing
to pursue a career in this field every year. The field of psychology offers a diverse range of
opportunities for those interested in understanding the human mind and behavior. In Pakistan,
psychology is offered as a major at the undergraduate and graduate level at many universities.
However, the quality of the education and training in psychology varies widely, and there is a need
for more standardized and rigorous training programs.

Scope:

A decade ago, when most people had just the vaguest idea of what mental health was. Furthermore,
psychologists were viewed as the "crazy people's" doctors. We can infer that psychology's range
at the time was not very wide. The course of time has, however, changed many things.
Because so many problems and ailments can be resolved with a psychologist's help, the field of
psychology is expanding dramatically in Pakistan. For example, because there are so many
children nowadays who require speech therapy, academies have been created to investigate the
causes of children's outward behavior. Psychologists can help people with depression. The scope
of psychology in Pakistan is quite diverse, and includes various subfields such as clinical
psychology, educational psychology, industrial-organizational psychology, and forensic
psychology.

Clinical Psychology:

Clinical psychology is one of the most popular areas of study in Pakistan, as there is a growing
need for mental health services in the country. Clinical psychologists work in a variety of settings,
including hospitals, clinics, and private practice, and provide therapy and counseling services to
individuals dealing with mental health issues. The scope of clinical psychology in Pakistan is
growing, but it is still a relatively new field. In the past, mental health care was primarily provided
by psychiatrists, and there were few psychologists with specialized training in clinical psychology.
However, in recent years, there has been an increased awareness of the importance of mental health
and the role of clinical psychology in addressing mental health issues. In Pakistan, clinical
psychologists work in a variety of settings, such as hospitals, clinics, and private practice. They
may also work in educational institutions, government organizations, and non-profit organizations.
However, the availability of mental health services, including clinical psychology, is still limited
in many parts of the country, particularly in rural areas. The government of Pakistan has taken
some steps to improve mental health care, such as increasing funding for mental health research
and training. However, there is still a need for more trained clinical psychologists and mental
health professionals to meet the growing demand for mental health services.

Educational Psychology:

Educational psychology is another popular area of study in Pakistan. The scope of educational
psychology in Pakistan is still in its early stages of development. Educational psychology is a
subfield of psychology that deals with the application of psychological principles and research to
the field of education. Educational psychologists work in schools and universities, and help
students, teachers, and administrators understand the psychological factors that affect learning and
behavior. They also help identify and address learning difficulties and mental health issues in
students. In Pakistan, educational psychology is not yet well-established as a separate field and is
not offered as a separate major at the undergraduate or graduate level in many universities.
However, it is being integrated into the curriculum of teacher education programs and in some
universities as a subject in masters in psychology programs. There is a growing interest in
educational psychology in Pakistan, as there is a need to improve the quality of education and
address issues such as student motivation, academic achievement, and behavioral problems in
schools. Educational psychologists may work in schools, universities, research centers, and
government education departments.

Industrial Psychology:

Industrial psychology, also known as organizational psychology, is a subfield of psychology that

deals with the application of psychological principles and research to the workplace. It covers
various aspects like employee selection, training, performance appraisal, organizational
development, and job analysis. Industrial-organizational psychologists work in a variety of
organizations, such as businesses, government agencies, and non-profits, and help improve
employee productivity and satisfaction, and overall organizational performance. The scope of
industrial psychology in Pakistan is relatively limited compared to other fields of psychology. In
Pakistan, industrial psychology is not well-established as a separate field and is not offered as a
separate major at the undergraduate or graduate level in many universities. However, it is being
integrated into the curriculum of management and human resource programs. The field of
Industrial/Organizational psychology in Pakistan is still emerging and the number of professionals
with this specialization is very limited.

Forensic Psychology:

Forensic psychology deals with the application of psychological principles and research to legal
issues and the criminal justice system. The scope of forensic psychology in Pakistan is relatively
limited. It covers various aspects such as criminal investigations, eyewitness testimony, and the
assessment and treatment of offenders. In Pakistan, forensic psychology is not well-established as
a separate field and is not offered as a separate major at the undergraduate or graduate level in
many universities. However, it is being integrated into the curriculum of some programs in
criminology, law, and psychology. The field of Forensic psychology in Pakistan is still emerging
and the number of professionals with this specialization is very limited. The demand for forensic
psychologists in Pakistan is increasing as the legal system is recognizing the importance of
psychological evaluations and assessments in criminal investigations, trials and also in the
rehabilitation of offenders. Forensic psychologists may work in government agencies, law
enforcement agencies, and courts.

Conclusion:

Despite the growing interest in psychology in Pakistan, there is still a shortage of trained
psychologists in the country. This is partly due to the lack of resources and funding available for
psychological research and training in Pakistan, and partly due to the lack of awareness of the
importance of psychology among the general population. However, with more and more people
becoming aware of the benefits of psychology, it is expected that the field will continue to grow
in the coming years.