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Outline Five of the Major Areas of Specialization Within Psychology

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Outline five of the major areas of specialization within psychology specifying the area of focus for each of these areas. Also, briefly outline the typical level of training for a psychologist and state how the training of psychologists and psychiatrists differ.


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Osmoreceptors

Sensory receptors that detect changes in the osmotic pressure of bodily fluids, contributing to the regulation of body water balance.

Blood Osmolality

A measure of the solute concentration in the blood, reflecting the ability to regulate water and salt balance in the body.

Perspiration

The process of sweating, or secretion of fluids from the sweat glands of the skin.

Acromegaly

A disorder characterized by excessive growth hormones leading to enlargement of body parts, particularly hands, feet, and face.

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