Atypical jobs in psychology: An interview with former governor Dr. Ted Strickland.

This article outlines the career of former governor of Ohio, Dr. Theodore “Ted” Strickland, who was trained as a psychologist prior to entering the world of politics. He became increasingly interested in politics while practicing as a psychologist, specifically, in the ability and training of psychologists, which he believes grants them unique skills to guide public policy. As governor, Strickland was able to interact with a diverse group of individuals on the challenges encountered during his term and understand issues from different viewpoints due to his background in psychology. He also maintained the scientist–practitioner approach by keeping himself informed on current issues via publications. (PsycInfo Database Record (c) 2024 APA, all rights reserved)
Source: Psychological Services - Category: Psychiatry & Psychology Source Type: research