Forensic 103TF0200X
Forensic: Forensics in a broad sense is the application of science to resolve questions. Forensic Science is applying this to the legal system. Forensic Medicine refers to applying science when dealing with medicine.
Taxonomy Code: 103TF0200X
Behavioral Health and Social Service Providers | Psychologist | Forensic
Behavioral Health and Social Service Providers: Include a group of health care professionals that offer support for addictive, learned and sometimes inherited behaviors. These issues are inclusive of drug abuse, older adult services, HIV prevention and education, alcoholism, transitions back into society after treatment, mental health and numerous other social and behavioral health issues. Examples include clinical psychologists, mental health counselors and psychiatrists.
Psychologist: This type of therapist has either a master's or doctorate, along with training to diagnose and treat a large array of emotional issues. Psychologists must be certified. Psychologists usually work with other specialists in the medical field to treat patients.