Psychiatrist
A Psychiatrist is a medical doctor who specializes in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of mental, addictive, and emotional disorders, including schizophrenia, depression, anxiety disorders, substance use disorders, dementia, and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)[1].
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Education and Training[edit | edit source]
To become a psychiatrist, an individual must first obtain a bachelor’s degree, followed by four years of medical school to earn a Doctor of Medicine (M.D.) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (D.O.) degree. After medical school, the individual must complete a four-year residency program in psychiatry, during which they receive specialized training in the diagnosis and treatment of mental health disorders[2].
Psychiatrists may also choose to undergo further training in a subspecialty area of psychiatry, such as child and adolescent psychiatry, geriatric psychiatry, forensic psychiatry, or addiction psychiatry.
Role and Responsibilities[edit | edit source]
Psychiatrists use a variety of treatments, including psychotherapy, psychopharmacology, psychoeducation, and electroconvulsive therapy (ECT), to help patients manage their mental health conditions. They can prescribe medication, unlike psychologists, due to their medical training.
Psychiatrists often work in collaboration with other healthcare professionals, such as psychologists, social workers, and nurses, to provide comprehensive care to their patients. They may work in a variety of settings, including hospitals, clinics, private practices, and mental health centers.
Summary[edit | edit source]
A medical doctor who has special training in preventing, diagnosing, and treating mental, emotional, and behavioral disorders.
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- ↑ American Psychiatric Association (2021). "What Is Psychiatry?". American Psychiatric Association. Retrieved 2023-05-10.
- ↑ Association of American Medical Colleges (2021). "Careers in Medicine: Psychiatry". Association of American Medical Colleges. Retrieved 2023-05-10.
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