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Increased demand for psychology courses

The career in psychology has stood out in Brazil in recent years, arousing a growing interest on the part of students. This increase in demand for psychology courses is quite noticeable in both private and public institutions. To better understand this crescent, some experts discussed the subject and provided explanations. Now, learn all about the increase in demand for courses in psychology in Brazil.

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In recent years, the number of students enrolled in psychology courses in Brazil has more than doubled. Analyzing the number of psychologists in training from 2010 to 2021, it is possible to register an incredible 112.4% growth. In 2010, the total number of psychology students was 136.4 thousand, while the leap taken until 2021 resulted in around 289.8 thousand students. In other words, more than double.

Why has demand increased so much?

The demand for psychology courses has to do with society's growing awareness of the importance of mental health. In addition, the expansion of training in psychology reflects the diversification of professional fields, in addition to the clinic. Since a few years ago, care in clinics was the priority in the course, and currently, the area has expanded. Being able to introduce it in sports, academia and environmental issues, for example, was a determining factor for the increase in demand.

Even the psychology course coordinator at Unesp Bauru (SP), Flávia da Silva Ferreira Asbahr, points out that the high demand for psychology is reflected in a diversification of fields of action professional.

More attention to mental health

According to the president of the Brazilian Society of Psychology, Andréia Schmidt, mental health is now seen differently by society. Before, mental health problems were seen as extremely personal issues or even seen as a lack of will. However, fortunately, in today's world, the understanding is that mental health should be treated in a more inclusive way.

As psychology figures as an important means of dealing with problems of this level, it turns out to be highly valued and, therefore, much in demand in the worlds. academic and professional.

Rosiane Fernandes, Author in Access
Rosiane Fernandes, Author in Access
on Jul 22, 2021
Camila Pereira de Farias, Author in Access
Camila Pereira de Farias, Author in Access
on Jul 22, 2021
Denyse Lage Fonseca, Author in Access
Denyse Lage Fonseca, Author in Access
on Jul 22, 2021
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