| Abstract: | A randomly sampled group of 213 California psychologists were interviewed to assess their use of practice technology and their general attitudes toward technology. Results indicated that (a) nearly 3/4 were using a computer in their practice; however, nearly all uses involved little more than word processing; (b) 1/4 had used a modem to connect to an on-line service (substantially higher than comparable data from business professionals); (c) over 3/4 were using a fax machine in their practice; (d) 1/2 used a pager; (e) 4 out of 10 used a computerized voice mail system, mostly in combination with other messaging systems; (f) few were using computerized assessments; and (g) over half rated themselves as mildly to highly technophobic. Hierarchical multiple regression analyses indicated that technophobia, use of psychological assessment instruments, age, and percentage of managed care clients predicted the use of computer applications. Results are discussed in terms of their practice implications for psychologists (PsycINFO Database Record (c) 2010 APA, all rights reserved) |
