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The rehabilitation psychologist also works with families.

and accept that their life is going to follow a different path. Once that fact is accepted, the rehabilitation psychologist will work to help the individual prepare for that new future. The rehabilitation psychologist also works with the families, because the disability faced by one individual affects the entire family. It is just as important that family members have a support network to help them navigate their new path. The specialist also works with a client’s employer or school to make sure the place is equipped to foster success. Maybe the individual needs a wheelchair-friendly environment or Braille texts. It is the job of the psychologist to work to help get these things in place.

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Rehabilitation Psychology

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