Psychological
The goal of rehabilitation psychology is to help individuals with disabilities and chronic health conditions improve the quality of their lives. Psychologist are concerned with all of the factors in people’s lives that contribute to their wellness and recovery, from the support they receive from family and friends to the relationships they have with their team of treatment providers. Psychologist work in a variety of settings, including acute care hospitals and health care centers, inpatient and outpatient physical rehabilitation centers, and assisted living and long-term care facilities. Those who specialize may work in pain and sports injury centers or cardiac rehabilitation facilities. In addition, they serve in community agencies assisting individuals with specific disabilities or chronic illnesses like cerebral palsy, multiple sclerosis, spinal cord injury, brain injury or deafness.