A few days ago
nessa913

What should I do?

Okay so I’m a senior in college and graduating in the spring. I’m a psyc major and a 25 yr old single mom of a four year old. Although people very often say that once you have kids your life stops, i have been fortunate enough not to let that happen. Now I am wondering if it would be a bad idea to try to obtain a double degree (once I get into grad school) or get them one at a time. Should I do my masters and ph.d together in lieu of time or not. Also I want to be a child psychologist. What do I study in grad school? Is that under the category of developmental psychology or what? I don’t have much guidance but I sure do have a burning desire. Any help would be greatly appreciated. Thanks in advance.

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A few days ago
LaNell the Relationship Expert

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I guess my first question would be how you will support yourself and your daughter financially while you are in graduate school? In addition to finances, the time from each day and the effort that it will take to get advanced degrees will also be considerable. To try to tackle two degrees at once while being a single parent sounds very formidable. My first concern goes out to your four year old.

In terms of what to study, it depends on what you want to do. You could study developmental psy, or clinical psy, or you could focus on a particular interest you have with children. Your best advice would come from advisors at your current institution who know you and who could attest to your capabilities (and who will likely provide references).

I wish you the best of luck, but having earned advanced degrees myself I know the sacrifices that are necessary, and that is the only reason I answer with some trepidation concerning the welfare of your young child.

Good luck.

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