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Any careers that involve applying social psych to social problems? - Psych Student - 12-19-2012 03:13 PM
I read an absolute ton about social psychology and I think there is enough research out there to change the world for the better. The principles could lead to more effective activism.
I'm not sure that a degree in social psych is what I'm looking for. Ph.D.'s in social psych are trained to be researchers and college professors. I was thinking something more along the lines of actually applying that knowledge to peace, war, human rights, etc.
It almost kind of sounds like I would have to make up my own career. Any advice?
- KatGuy - 12-19-2012 03:21 PM
Marketing research professionals apply much of the research and methods of the social sciences to practical business problems - that could be an option for you. Some marketing research people for instance work at non-profit companies that help develop social service programs based on their research. So there is an overlap between social psychology and marketing research - also economics and sociology could be candidates for you too.