28/04/2026
π¨ BIG UPDATE: Psychologists RESPOND to PMDC Controversy
The has officially issued a formal objection to the recent PMDC letter and this changes the narrative.
π₯ What did PPA say?
π The PMDC letter created confusion about:
β’ Scope of psychology practice
β’ Professional identity of psychologists
β’ Legal standing of mental health services
π And according to PPA, some statements were:
β οΈ Misleading & overgeneralized
π§ PPA Clarifies the TRUTH: Psychologists in Pakistan are trained professionals who legally provide:
βοΈ Psychological assessment
βοΈ Counseling & psychotherapy
βοΈ Behavioral interventions
βοΈ Mental health support services
π These are distinct from medical/allopathic practice
π« Strong Demands by PPA: The association has demanded:
β Immediate withdrawal or revision of the PMDC letter
β Official clarification to remove misinformation
β Consultation with psychologists before future policies
β Respect for the legal scope of psychology practice
π₯ Powerful Message:
Β«Psychology is an independent professional domain, it should NOT be confused with medicineΒ»
β οΈ What this means for YOU (students & professionals):
π Psychology is NOT banned
π But your profession is currently underdefined & unregulated
π And now, your representative body has taken a stand
π― The Real Issue is now CLEAR: Pakistan urgently needs:
π A proper licensing & regulatory body for psychologists
π¬ Now itβs your turn: Do you support the stance of the Pakistan Psychological Association?
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