Enact legislation to make 'psychologist' a protected title

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Enact legislation to make 'psychologist' a protected title

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Anyone can use the title of 'psychologist'. We believe this undermines public trust and contributes to harm. Nine types of 'psychologist' role are protected (i.e. clinical, health), regulated by HCPC and adhere to strict standards. We want any use of the title 'psychologist' to be protected.

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This situation allows unregulated practitioners to offer 'psychological' services, which we believe poses a risk to the public. There have been reports of unregulated 'psychologists' providing inaccurate ADHD assessments. A senior family court judge, has highlighted the confusion caused by the unregulated use of the title 'psychologist' in family court proceedings. The media also features unqualified 'psychologists' , which we believe risks widespread public harm.

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