APA Guidelines for Psychologists’ Involvement in Pharmacological Issues

The expansion of prescriptive authority for qualified psychologists, along with the growing recognition of the role of nonprescribing psychologists in psychopharmacologic consultation, has led to a corresponding growth in research and practice articles on prescriptive authority for psychologists.

The guidelines presented in this document are intended to provide a resource for psychologists interested in factors related to optimal practice in pharmacotherapy.

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