Are more psychologists involved in research or in practice?
At the present time, more psychologists are involved in the practice of psychology than in basic research. Although almost all psychologists who earn the doctoral degree are trained extensively in research methodology, more of them opt to pursue applied careers than research careers, perhaps because applied jobs generally pay more. Almost two-thirds of all psychologists are either clinical or counseling psychologists. Some of these persons teach and conduct research, but most are involved in private practice.
