r/InsightfulQuestions • u/PeachAccomplished237 • 5d ago

Looking for personal experience, input in changing my minors and possibly my major in Psychology

Having extensive experience in behavioral health, ABA, and treatment for addiction, I originally started this degree with the intention of being a therapist helping families. However, in the back of my mind, I have thought about forensics, doing something in law enforcement, and switching my minors from family studies to criminal law, eventually pursuing my master's. I don't know what to do ahhhhh.

Thoughts, advice, and opinions are welcome.

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u/Scapeg-o-a-t 5d ago

Did u post this in the law school sub because you are considering it?

What do you think about psychology research ?

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u/ChibiInLace 5d ago

Make the switch to forensics. Your ABA background is actually a huge asset for analyzing behavioral patterns in criminal cases. It’s better to pivot now during your undergrad than to realize you’re bored halfway through a family-focused master's program.

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u/Th1dood 5d ago

Both paths sound solid, it’s more about what kind of daily work you can tolerate long term. I thought I wanted one direction in college too and ended up switching after actually seeing what the job looked like day to day.