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ISCO-08 2634

Psychologists

66.1%
ADI · 147th of 433 · 95% interval 57.0–76.1

An AI agent can at least partly carry out 66.1% of the task time of psychologists, and finish 0.0% alone. The barrier that holds most of the rest back is access to the systems the work runs on.

ADI · partial or full66.1%

147th of 433 · interval 57.0–76.1

ADI3 · full delegation0.0%

201st of 433 · interval 0.0–0.0

ADIs · share of time46.0%

154th of 433 · interval 43.0–48.9

Evidence106

task statements rated by two models and weighted by importance and frequency. World employment: 3.2 million.

Task weight by level

How the tasks rate

34%
66%
L0No meaningful role · 0.0%L1Augmentation · 33.9%L2Partial delegation · 66.1%L3Full delegation · 0.0%
Barriers

What stops the agent

Physical presence22%
Accountability73%
Trust and care79%
Access to systems76%

Share of task weight flagged by each barrier; a task can carry several.

106 task statements, heaviest first
Task statement (O*NET occupation)WeightLevelSonnet · HaikuShareHuman timeBarriers
Write or prepare detailed clinical neuropsychological reports, using data from psychological or neuropsychological tests, self-report measures, rating scales, direct observations, or interviews.Neuropsychologists2.0%L2L2L265%4.0 hAccountability, Access to systems
Conduct neuropsychological evaluations such as assessments of intelligence, academic ability, attention, concentration, sensorimotor function, language, learning, and memory.Neuropsychologists1.9%L1L1L230%8.5 hPhysical presence, Accountability, Trust and care, Access to systems
Maintain student records, including special education reports, confidential records, records of services provided, and behavioral data.School Psychologists1.8%L2L2L260%1.1 hAccountability, Access to systems
Interview patients to obtain comprehensive medical histories.Neuropsychologists1.8%L2L2L245%1.1 hAccountability, Trust and care, Access to systems
Diagnose and treat conditions involving injury to the central nervous system, such as cerebrovascular accidents, neoplasms, infectious or inflammatory diseases, degenerative diseases, head traumas, demyelinating diseases, and various forms of dementing illnesses.Neuropsychologists1.7%L1L1L232%6.0 hPhysical presence, Accountability, Trust and care, Access to systems
Provide education or counseling to individuals and families.Neuropsychologists1.7%L1L1L230%1.0 hAccountability, Trust and care, Access to systems
Establish neurobehavioral baseline measures for monitoring progressive cerebral disease or recovery.Neuropsychologists1.6%L1L1L230%5.0 hPhysical presence, Accountability, Trust and care, Access to systems
Diagnose and treat pediatric populations for conditions such as learning disabilities with developmental or organic bases.Neuropsychologists1.6%L1L1L232%9.0 hPhysical presence, Accountability, Trust and care, Access to systems
Write or prepare detailed clinical neuropsychological reports, using data from psychological or neuropsychological tests, self-report measures, rating scales, direct observations, or interviews.Clinical Neuropsychologists1.6%L2L2L268%4.0 hAccountability, Access to systems
Interview patients to obtain comprehensive medical histories.Clinical Neuropsychologists1.5%L2L2L250%1.1 hAccountability, Trust and care, Access to systems
Diagnose and treat conditions involving injury to the central nervous system, such as cerebrovascular accidents, neoplasms, infectious or inflammatory diseases, degenerative diseases, head traumas, demyelinating diseases, and various forms of dementing illnesses.Clinical Neuropsychologists1.5%L1L1L232%7.0 hPhysical presence, Accountability, Trust and care, Access to systems
Conduct neuropsychological evaluations such as assessments of intelligence, academic ability, attention, concentration, sensorimotor function, language, learning, and memory.Clinical Neuropsychologists1.5%L1L1L228%7.0 hPhysical presence, Accountability, Trust and care, Access to systems
Select, administer, and score psychological tests.School Psychologists1.4%L2L2L238%2.5 hPhysical presence, Accountability, Trust and care, Access to systems
Assess an individual child's needs, limitations, and potential, using observation, review of school records, and consultation with parents and school personnel.School Psychologists1.4%L2L2L235%12 hPhysical presence, Accountability, Trust and care, Access to systems
Compile and interpret students' test results, along with information from teachers and parents, to diagnose conditions and to help assess eligibility for special services.School Psychologists1.4%L2L2L250%4.5 hAccountability, Trust and care, Access to systems
Show the other 91 tasks
Task statement (O*NET occupation)WeightLevelSonnet · HaikuShareHuman timeBarriers
Educate and supervise practicum students, psychology interns, or hospital staff.Neuropsychologists1.3%L1L1L232%1.8 hPhysical presence, Accountability, Trust and care
Collect and analyze data to evaluate the effectiveness of academic programs and other services, such as behavioral management systems.School Psychologists1.3%L2L2L260%6.5 hAccess to systems
Counsel children and families to help solve conflicts and problems in learning and adjustment.School Psychologists1.3%L1L1L220%55 minAccountability, Trust and care, Access to systems
Consult with other professionals about patients' neurological conditions.Neuropsychologists1.3%L2L2L238%38 minAccountability, Trust and care, Access to systems
Read current literature, talk with colleagues, and participate in professional organizations or conferences to keep abreast of developments in neuropsychology.Neuropsychologists1.3%L2L2L248%2.0 hTrust and care, Access to systems
Design or implement rehabilitation plans for patients with cognitive dysfunction.Neuropsychologists1.3%L2L2L252%2.8 hAccountability, Trust and care, Access to systems
Diagnose and treat pediatric populations for conditions such as learning disabilities with developmental or organic bases.Clinical Neuropsychologists1.3%L1L1L228%9.0 hPhysical presence, Accountability, Trust and care, Access to systems
Interpret test results and prepare psychological reports for teachers, administrators, and parents.School Psychologists1.3%L2L2L258%3.0 hAccountability, Trust and care, Access to systems
Provide education or counseling to individuals and families.Clinical Neuropsychologists1.3%L1L1L232%1.0 hAccountability, Trust and care
Consult with other professionals about patients' neurological conditions.Clinical Neuropsychologists1.2%L2L2L238%45 minAccountability, Trust and care, Access to systems
Develop individualized educational plans in collaboration with teachers and other staff members.School Psychologists1.2%L2L2L255%4.5 hAccountability, Trust and care, Access to systems
Diagnose and treat neural and psychological conditions in medical and surgical populations, such as patients with early dementing illness or chronic pain with a neurological basis.Clinical Neuropsychologists1.2%L1L1L235%6.0 hPhysical presence, Accountability, Trust and care, Access to systems
Collaborate with other educational professionals to develop teaching strategies and school programs.School Psychologists1.2%L1L1L235%2.3 hTrust and care, Access to systems
Analyze data, using statistical methods and applications, to evaluate the outcomes and effectiveness of workplace programs.Industrial-Organizational Psychologists1.2%L2L2L272%6.0 hAccess to systems
Distinguish between psychogenic and neurogenic syndromes, two or more suspected etiologies of cerebral dysfunction, or between disorders involving complex seizures.Clinical Neuropsychologists1.2%L1L1L242%3.3 hAccountability, Trust and care, Access to systems
Provide advice on best practices and implementation for selection.Industrial-Organizational Psychologists1.2%L2L2L265%4.0 hAccountability, Trust and care, Access to systems
Document patient information including session notes, progress notes, recommendations, and treatment plans.Clinical and Counseling Psychologists1.2%L2L2L268%28 minAccountability, Access to systems
Provide consultation to parents, teachers, administrators, and others on topics such as learning styles and behavior modification techniques.School Psychologists1.2%L2L2L242%1.0 hAccountability, Trust and care, Access to systems
Advise management concerning personnel, managerial, and marketing policies and practices and their potential effects on organizational effectiveness and efficiency.Industrial-Organizational Psychologists1.1%L2L2L255%4.0 hTrust and care, Access to systems
Promote an understanding of child development and its relationship to learning and behavior.School Psychologists1.1%L2L2L258%2.3 hTrust and care
Diagnose and treat psychiatric populations for conditions such as somatoform disorder, dementias, and psychoses.Clinical Neuropsychologists1.1%L1L1L230%5.5 hPhysical presence, Accountability, Trust and care, Access to systems
Read current literature, talk with colleagues, and participate in professional organizations or conferences to keep abreast of developments in neuropsychology.Clinical Neuropsychologists1.1%L2L2L258%3.0 hTrust and care, Access to systems
Analyze job requirements and content to establish criteria for classification, selection, training, and other related personnel functions.Industrial-Organizational Psychologists1.0%L2L2L262%6.0 hTrust and care, Access to systems
Conduct assessments of patients' risk for harm to self or others.Clinical and Counseling Psychologists1.0%L2L2L235%1.0 hAccountability, Trust and care, Access to systems
Counsel individuals, groups, or families to help them understand problems, deal with crisis situations, define goals, and develop realistic action plans.Clinical and Counseling Psychologists1.0%L1L1L228%55 minAccountability, Trust and care
Coach senior executives and managers on leadership and performance.Industrial-Organizational Psychologists1.0%L1L1L238%6.0 hTrust and care, Access to systems
Use a variety of treatment methods, such as psychotherapy, hypnosis, behavior modification, stress reduction therapy, psychodrama, or play therapy.Clinical and Counseling Psychologists1.0%L1L1L220%50 minPhysical presence, Accountability, Trust and care, Access to systems
Facilitate organizational development and change.Industrial-Organizational Psychologists1.0%L2L2L240%22 hTrust and care, Access to systems
Write reports on clients and maintain required paperwork.Clinical and Counseling Psychologists1.0%L2L2L265%1.0 hAccountability, Access to systems
Establish neurobehavioral baseline measures for monitoring progressive cerebral disease or recovery.Clinical Neuropsychologists0.9%L1L1L232%4.5 hPhysical presence, Accountability, Trust and care, Access to systems
Interact with clients to assist them in gaining insight, defining goals, and planning action to achieve effective personal, social, educational, or vocational development and adjustment.Clinical and Counseling Psychologists0.9%L1L1L232%50 minAccountability, Trust and care
Collect information about individuals or clients, using interviews, case histories, observational techniques, and other assessment methods.Clinical and Counseling Psychologists0.9%L2L2L240%1.5 hPhysical presence, Accountability, Trust and care, Access to systems
Conduct individual assessments, including interpreting measures and providing feedback for selection, placement, or promotion.Industrial-Organizational Psychologists0.9%L2L2L255%2.8 hAccountability, Trust and care, Access to systems
Develop interview techniques, rating scales, and psychological tests used to assess skills, abilities, and interests for the purpose of employee selection, placement, or promotion.Industrial-Organizational Psychologists0.9%L2L2L262%22 hAccountability, Access to systems
Develop and implement employee selection or placement programs.Industrial-Organizational Psychologists0.9%L2L2L258%30 hAccountability, Trust and care, Access to systems
Participate in educational programs, in-service training, or workshops to remain current in methods and techniques.Neuropsychologists0.9%L1L1L232%4.5 hPhysical presence, Accountability, Access to systems
Design classes and programs to meet the needs of special students.School Psychologists0.9%L2L2L255%4.0 hAccountability, Trust and care, Access to systems
Educate and supervise practicum students, psychology interns, or hospital staff.Clinical Neuropsychologists0.9%L1L1L230%1.3 hAccountability, Trust and care, Access to systems
Identify psychological, emotional, or behavioral issues and diagnose disorders, using information obtained from interviews, tests, records, or reference materials.Clinical and Counseling Psychologists0.9%L2L2L245%2.5 hAccountability, Trust and care, Access to systems
Study organizational effectiveness, productivity, and efficiency, including the nature of workplace supervision and leadership.Industrial-Organizational Psychologists0.9%L2L2L258%6.0 hTrust and care, Access to systems
Diagnose and treat conditions such as chemical dependency, alcohol dependency, Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome (AIDS) dementia, and environmental toxin exposure.Neuropsychologists0.9%L1L1L232%4.5 hPhysical presence, Accountability, Trust and care, Access to systems
Identify training and development needs.Industrial-Organizational Psychologists0.9%L2L2L260%6.0 hTrust and care, Access to systems
Design or implement rehabilitation plans for patients with cognitive dysfunction.Clinical Neuropsychologists0.9%L2L2L245%2.5 hAccountability, Trust and care, Access to systems
Evaluate the effectiveness of counseling or treatments and the accuracy and completeness of diagnoses, modifying plans or diagnoses as necessary.Clinical and Counseling Psychologists0.9%L2L2L248%1.0 hAccountability, Trust and care, Access to systems
Review research literature to remain current on psychological science issues.Industrial-Organizational Psychologists0.8%L2L2L375%3.0 hAccess to systems
Refer students and their families to appropriate community agencies for medical, vocational, or social services.School Psychologists0.8%L2L2L258%1.0 hAccountability, Trust and care, Access to systems
Develop therapeutic and treatment plans based on clients' interests, abilities, or needs.Clinical and Counseling Psychologists0.8%L2L2L252%1.4 hAccountability, Trust and care, Access to systems
Observe and interview workers to obtain information about the physical, mental, and educational requirements of jobs, as well as information about aspects such as job satisfaction.Industrial-Organizational Psychologists0.8%L2L2L238%4.8 hPhysical presence, Trust and care, Access to systems
Compare patients' progress before and after pharmacologic, surgical, or behavioral interventions.Clinical Neuropsychologists0.8%L2L2L258%2.0 hAccountability, Trust and care, Access to systems
Train clients to administer human resources functions, including testing, selection, and performance management.Industrial-Organizational Psychologists0.8%L2L2L258%8.0 hTrust and care
Develop and implement individual treatment plans, specifying type, frequency, intensity, and duration of therapy.Clinical and Counseling Psychologists0.8%L2L2L250%1.3 hAccountability, Trust and care, Access to systems
Assess employee performance.Industrial-Organizational Psychologists0.8%L2L2L260%3.0 hAccountability, Trust and care, Access to systems
Conduct presentations on research findings for clients or at research meetings.Industrial-Organizational Psychologists0.8%L2L2L258%3.5 hTrust and care
Obtain and study medical, psychological, social, and family histories by interviewing individuals, couples, or families and by reviewing records.Clinical and Counseling Psychologists0.8%L2L2L245%1.5 hAccountability, Trust and care, Access to systems
Conduct research on neuropsychological disorders.Neuropsychologists0.8%L2L2L258%24 hPhysical presence, Accountability, Trust and care, Access to systems
Develop new business by contacting potential clients, making sales presentations, and writing proposals.Industrial-Organizational Psychologists0.8%L2L2L255%6.0 hTrust and care
Initiate and direct efforts to foster tolerance, understanding, and appreciation of diversity in school communities.School Psychologists0.8%L1L1L238%6.0 hPhysical presence, Trust and care, Access to systems
Advise clients on how they could be helped by counseling.Clinical and Counseling Psychologists0.8%L2L2L248%38 minAccountability, Trust and care
Identify and communicate risks associated with specific neurological surgical procedures, such as epilepsy surgery.Clinical Neuropsychologists0.7%L2L2L250%2.0 hAccountability, Trust and care, Access to systems
Formulate and implement training programs, applying principles of learning and individual differences.Industrial-Organizational Psychologists0.7%L2L2L260%24 hTrust and care, Access to systems
Consult reference material, such as textbooks, manuals, or journals, to identify symptoms, make diagnoses, or develop approaches to treatment.Clinical and Counseling Psychologists0.7%L2L2L270%1.0 hAccountability
Maintain current knowledge of relevant research.Clinical and Counseling Psychologists0.7%L2L2L375%2.5 hAccess to systems
Serve as a resource to help families and schools deal with crises, such as separation and loss.School Psychologists0.7%L1L1L225%1.5 hAccountability, Trust and care, Access to systems
Counsel workers about job and career-related issues.Industrial-Organizational Psychologists0.7%L2L2L252%1.0 hAccountability, Trust and care
Provide psychotherapy, behavior therapy, or other counseling interventions to patients with neurological disorders.Clinical Neuropsychologists0.7%L1L1L222%50 minAccountability, Trust and care
Consult with or provide consultation to other doctors, therapists, or clinicians regarding patient care.Clinical and Counseling Psychologists0.6%L2L2L240%45 minAccountability, Trust and care, Access to systems
Conduct research studies of physical work environments, organizational structures, communication systems, group interactions, morale, or motivation to assess organizational functioning.Industrial-Organizational Psychologists0.6%L2L2L255%40 hPhysical presence, Trust and care, Access to systems
Select, administer, score, and interpret psychological tests to obtain information on individuals' intelligence, achievements, interests, or personalities.Clinical and Counseling Psychologists0.6%L2L2L245%3.5 hPhysical presence, Accountability, Trust and care, Access to systems
Participate in educational programs, in-service training, or workshops to remain current in methods and techniques.Clinical Neuropsychologists0.6%L1L1L228%3.0 hPhysical presence, Accountability, Access to systems
Report any pertinent information to the proper authorities in cases of child endangerment, neglect, or abuse.School Psychologists0.6%L2L2L245%1.3 hAccountability, Trust and care, Access to systems
Direct, coordinate, and evaluate activities of staff and interns engaged in patient assessment and treatment.Clinical and Counseling Psychologists0.6%L1L1L232%2.5 hAccountability, Trust and care, Access to systems
Write reports on research findings and implications to contribute to general knowledge or to suggest potential changes in organizational functioning.Industrial-Organizational Psychologists0.6%L2L2L270%6.0 hAccess to systems
Write articles, white papers, or reports to share research findings and educate others.Industrial-Organizational Psychologists0.6%L2L2L375%8.0 hAccess to systems
Attend workshops, seminars, or professional meetings to remain informed of new developments in school psychology.School Psychologists0.6%L1L1L130%3.0 hPhysical presence, Trust and care, Access to systems
Conduct research to generate new knowledge that can be used to address learning and behavior issues.School Psychologists · supplemental task0.6%L2L2L258%30 hAccountability, Access to systems
Refer clients to other specialists, institutions, or support services as necessary.Clinical and Counseling Psychologists0.6%L2L2L255%40 minAccountability, Trust and care, Access to systems
Supervise and train interns, clinicians in training, and other counselors.Clinical and Counseling Psychologists0.5%L2L2L238%1.0 hAccountability, Trust and care, Access to systems
Consult with other professionals, agencies, or universities to discuss therapies, treatments, counseling resources or techniques, and to share occupational information.Clinical and Counseling Psychologists0.5%L2L2L245%52 minAccountability, Trust and care, Access to systems
Provide educational programs on topics such as classroom management, teaching strategies, or parenting skills.School Psychologists0.5%L2L2L252%3.5 hPhysical presence, Trust and care
Develop, direct, and participate in training programs for staff and students.Clinical and Counseling Psychologists0.5%L2L2L255%8.0 hTrust and care
Observe individuals at play, in group interactions, or in other contexts to detect indications of cognitive, intellectual, or developmental disabilities.Clinical and Counseling Psychologists · supplemental task0.4%L1L1L118%1.3 hPhysical presence, Accountability, Trust and care, Access to systems
Provide occupational, educational, or other information to individuals so that they can make educational or vocational plans.Clinical and Counseling Psychologists0.4%L2L2L370%1.0 hTrust and care
Provide consulting services, including educational programs, outreach programs, or prevention talks to schools, social service agencies, businesses, or the general public.Clinical and Counseling Psychologists0.4%L2L2L250%4.5 hPhysical presence, Accountability, Trust and care, Access to systems
Plan and develop accredited psychological service programs in psychiatric centers or hospitals, in collaboration with psychiatrists and other professional staff.Clinical and Counseling Psychologists0.4%L2L2L252%25 hAccountability, Trust and care, Access to systems
Study consumers' reactions to new products and package designs, and to advertising efforts, using surveys and tests.Industrial-Organizational Psychologists · supplemental task0.4%L2L2L262%23 hAccess to systems
Participate in mediation and dispute resolution.Industrial-Organizational Psychologists · supplemental task0.4%L1L1L228%4.0 hAccountability, Trust and care, Access to systems
Provide psychological or administrative services and advice to private firms or community agencies regarding mental health programs or individual cases.Clinical and Counseling Psychologists · supplemental task0.3%L2L2L245%3.5 hAccountability, Trust and care, Access to systems
Conduct research to develop or improve diagnostic or therapeutic counseling techniques.Clinical and Counseling Psychologists0.3%L2L2L258%24 hAccountability, Trust and care, Access to systems
Prepare written evaluations of individuals' psychological competence for court hearings.Clinical and Counseling Psychologists0.3%L2L2L240%13 hPhysical presence, Accountability, Trust and care, Access to systems
Provide expert testimony in employment lawsuits.Industrial-Organizational Psychologists0.3%L1L1L232%24 hAccountability, Trust and care, Access to systems
Plan, supervise, and conduct psychological research and write papers describing research results.Clinical and Counseling Psychologists · supplemental task0.3%L2L2L258%24 hPhysical presence, Accountability, Trust and care, Access to systems

Level: consensus of the two models (the lower level when they disagree). Share: part of the task’s working time an agent could take over. Human time: minutes a competent person needs for one instance, as estimated by the models.

Against other measures

Exposure is not delegation

MeasureValuePercentile
ADI (this index)66.1%66
Eloundou et al. (2024), GPT exposure β0.44267
Felten et al. (2021), AI occupational exposure1.41499
Webb (2020), AI patent exposure8583
Eisfeldt et al. (2026), generative AI exposure0.31469
Anthropic Economic Index, observed use0.04459

Earlier indices measure whether AI can touch a task; ADI measures how much of it an agent can carry out from a goal. – : the source does not cover this occupation.

Same sub-major group (26)

Neighbouring occupations

Dashed line: psychologists (66.1%).

Cite this record
Text

Espinal Maya, Cristian, and Santiago Jiménez Londoño. 2026. ADI v2026.1: Agent Delegability Index data, code and MCP server. Zenodo. https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.23552918. Record: Psychologists (ISCO-08 2634), https://balamlabs.org/adi/occupations/2634

BibTeX
@misc{espinal2026adidata,
  title     = {{ADI} v2026.1: Agent Delegability Index data, code and {MCP} server},
  author    = {Espinal Maya, Cristian and Jim{\'e}nez Londo{\~n}o, Santiago},
  year      = {2026},
  publisher = {Zenodo},
  version   = {v2026.1},
  doi       = {10.5281/zenodo.23552918},
  url       = {https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.23552918},
  note      = {Record: Psychologists (ISCO-08 2634)}
}
Machine-readable

The same record as static JSON, with its citation: /adi/v2026.1/isco/2634.json.