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This may sound like a stupid question but, what is the difference between a physchologist and a physchiatrist? Thanks -kait
If it helps I want to go into this field as a profession. Does anyone know any good colleges that have a good physchology program? Specifically helping Kids and teens.
Psychiatrists are doctors. The have gone right through mideical school and then branched into this field. They are essentially clinical in their treatment. They deal with disorders than are perhaps due to a chemical imbalance and prescribe medication. Schizophrenia, ADD, etc can all be treated medically with prescribed drugs.
Psychologists study human behaviour and get involved in counselling or treating problems through adapting behaviour etc.
The two fields overlap with many many patients having disorders that can be partially treated by both. For example, a schizophrenic may be prescribed drugs to limit their delusions, paranoia, etc. However, regular sessions with a psychologist may teach them techniques of how to adapt to the world around them without getting so anxious. The same can be said for depression where drugs like prozac are so readily used. Sometimes the root cause is more psychological and although medication may alleviate the symptoms, perhaps only counselling can deal with the root cause.
(Rating: 5) Thanks-That helped alot :-D