THE VIEWS ORGANISERS OF COMMUNITY ON THE RELEVANCE OF PSYCHOLOGICAL PRACTICE IN SOUTH AFRICA

Authors

  • Shirley Berger University of Cape Town
  • Sandy Lazarus University of Cape Town

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.17159//2309-8708/1987/n7a2

Abstract

An increasing number of psychologists are expressing their discontent with mainstream psychology and the role of the psychologist in South Africa. They are calling for a theory and practice 'relevant' to the South African context (Anonymous, 1986; Dawes, 1985; Lazarus, 1985; Moll, 1983; Psychology in Society, 1983). The heightened level of political conflict in this country has highlighted the dilemmas of the practising professional and thrown many psychologists into a state of insecurity, confusion and self-doubt. At the same time however, the 'crisis in psychology in South Africa' has produced much positive debate and activity around the 'restruc­turing' of psychology and the development of appropriate social services. Concerned psychologists are re-evaluating their current practice - in response to the needs and demands of a changing society.

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Shirley Berger, University of Cape Town

University of Cape Town

Sandy Lazarus, University of Cape Town

University of Cape Town

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2025-12-13

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Berger, S., & Lazarus, S. (2025). THE VIEWS ORGANISERS OF COMMUNITY ON THE RELEVANCE OF PSYCHOLOGICAL PRACTICE IN SOUTH AFRICA. PINS-Psychology in Society, 7(1), 6–23. https://doi.org/10.17159//2309-8708/1987/n7a2

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Vol. 7 No. 1 (1987)

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Copyright (c) 1987 Shirley Berger, Sandy Lazarus

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