If the bill becomes law, psychologists could prescribe drugs like antidepressants, antipsychotics and drugs for mental illnesses, according to the report. They would be required to work with a coordinating physician and would receive training in prescription-writing privileges.
The Illinois State Medical Society is against the bill, arguing psychologists lack medical training to dispense medication safely, according to the report.
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