Another state to let psychologists prescribe medications
The American Psychological Association (APA) hailed the enactment of a law making Iowa the fourth state in the country to authorize licensed clinical psychologists with advanced specialized training to prescribe certain medications for the treatment of mental health disorders.
“This is a landmark decision that will improve access to a wide range of mental health services,” said Katherine C. Nordal, PhD, APA’s executive director for professional practice. “Increasing access to mental health care is critical given the increase of major depressive disorders among Iowa’s youth and the number of people over 65 experiencing a diagnosable mental illness.”