Clinical psychology is a branch of psychology dedicated to understanding, diagnosing, and improving people's mental health. This field studies the mental and emotional processes of individuals, focusing on understanding and treating psychopathology. Clinical psychologists assess psychological problems, develop treatment plans, and provide support. In this article, we explore what clinical psychology is, how it works, and its main approaches, such as psychotherapy.
THE STUDY AND APPLICATION OF CLINICAL PSYCHOLOGY
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Psychopathology
psychotherapy
clinical psychologists
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