Review of: Professional Problems in Psychology

Review of book: Professional Problems in Psychology , by H. S. Daniel and C. M. Louttit, 1953, . The basic assumption of the authors is that more efficient solving of professional problems can be done through a more formal introduction to them than through direct experience with such problems. This...

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Published in:Journal of counseling psychology 1957-07, Vol.4 (2), p.177-178
Main Author: Parker, Clyde A.
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Graduate Psychology Education
Human
Problem Solving
Professional Development
Psychologists
Undergraduate Education
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Summary:Review of book: Professional Problems in Psychology , by H. S. Daniel and C. M. Louttit, 1953, . The basic assumption of the authors is that more efficient solving of professional problems can be done through a more formal introduction to them than through direct experience with such problems. This assumption may be true, but it does not follow that a book which purports to be at once of value to the undergraduate as well as the professional psychologist is the most adequate source of such guidance. The book is an excellent reference work in spite of some of the elementary discussions. Though this reviewer is in no position to attack the basic assumption of the authors, it does seem that the book would find better use as a reference in time of need than as a textbook at any stage of a professional person's training. Books dealing with professional problems are certainly needed in a growing profession, but if directed at a more homogeneous group they would be more likely to be accepted.
ISSN:0022-0167
1939-2168
DOI:10.1037/h0038290