Psychologists warn of low staff numbers and increasing stress levels

The majority of psychologists responding said there is a shortage of staff in the sector, and they reported stress and having to work longer hours too. Stock Picture: Pedro Figueras/Pexels

Vital health and social care settings are short of psychologists, according to a new survey of people working in the profession, with many believing there are not enough training places to meet demand.

The poll of psychologists, commissioned by the Psychological Society of Ireland (PSI) and carried out by Behaviour & Attitudes, found that 83% of respondents reported that there is a shortage of psychologists in Health and Social Care settings, and 74% said there was a shortage of psychologists in educational settings.