If psychologists are not allowed to prescribe medications, why is it important for them to have an understanding of psychotropic medications?
As an additional point of information, it is not entirely true that no psychologists can prescribe medications. Many military psychologists, for example do have prescription writing privileges, and there is a movement in several states to allow that for civilian psychologists.
Under what circumstances might psychotropic medications be the best treatment choice? What professionals should be allowed to prescribe psychotropic medication? Describe whether general practitioners or other non-psychiatrist medical professionals should prescribe psychotropic medication. Justify your response by referencing ethical standards for the psychology profession.
