mwanasaikolojia

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Meaning

A trained expert who studies the mind and behavior and helps people with emotional and mental problems through counseling.

Good to know

M/wa class noun, plural wanasaikolojia, from saikolojia, psychology. Mshauri wa kisaikolojia is a counselor.

Examples

• Alipata msaada wa mwanasaikolojia baada ya ajali.She got help from a psychologist after the accident.
• Mwanasaikolojia anashauri wazazi kuzungumza na watoto wao.The psychologist advises parents to talk with their children.
• Wanasaikolojia wanasema usingizi ni muhimu kwa akili.Psychologists say sleep is important for the mind.