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1. Who is a Psychologist?
Psychologist is person who holds a degree in psychology and is able diagnose and treat mental illness with counselling therapies.They cant be called as doctor as they never attend a medical school and can't prescribe medicines.
2. What is the difference between Psychiatrist and Psychologist?
Psychiatrists are medical doctors who can treat complex mental health issues like severe depression, schizophrenia, bipolar disorder and suicidal tendencies by prescribing medicines.A psychologist is specialized in treating behavioral issues, learning difficulties and anxiety etc.
3. What is the work of a Psychologist?
A psychologist will talk to you and listen to your problems. He/She will do an interactive conversation with you to understand the cause mental distress.
4. Why should someone see a Psychologist?
One should consult a psychologist if facing issues like excessive stress, anxiety or any kind of phobia, anxiety or feeling too low for unusually long time.
5. Does a Psychologist prescribe medicines?
No, a Psychologist is not a medical professional specialized in medicines, so he/she can't prescribe medicines.They help in treating mental health issues with counselling sessions.
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Psychologists are the ones who can diagnose and treat the mental illness of an individual. Generally, they study normal and abnormal mental status, cognitive, emotional, and social behavior and process.
A healthy individual can consult a Psychologist once in a year to get a checkup for his/her mental condition. If an individual is suffering from any of the mental disorders or diseases, one should consult a Psychologist once a week for about 3-4 months.
One should consult a Psychologist if he/she is suffering from any of the following medical conditions.
Psychologists are medical professionals who evaluate the patient medical condition and mental status by his/her behavioral changes due to mental disorders. They can advise patients on how to manage their anger & anxiety and can teach them how to be healthier and more effective ways to cope. Whereas, Psychiatrists are medical professionals who are well trained and authorized to treat mental health conditions with medications or therapeutic drugs and lifestyle modifications.
Yes, anxiety can be treated by Psychologists as they are well trained and experienced in diagnosing and treating mental health conditions. With the help of psychotherapy known as cognitive-behavioral therapy [CBT], lifestyle modifications, and through counseling sessions Psychologists can treat anxiety disorders.
Psychologists can treat and cure the individuals suffering from depression with online programs, e-therapies, and consultation programs like cognitive behavior therapy [CBT], interpersonal therapy, behavior therapy, and mindfulness-based cognitive therapy [MBCT].