A psychiatrist is a medical physician who specializes in the care and treatment of mental, emotional, and addictive disorders. A psychiatrist is involved in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of mental diseases like anxiety, depression, psychosis, substance abuse, sexual dysfunction, and developmental disabilities.

2. Is a Psychiatrist different from a Psychologist?

Psychiatrists and psychologists are medical professionals offering different services. Psychologists receive graduate training in psychology and pursue either Ph.D or PsyD or clinical psychology. Psychiatrists are physicians with specific training in the assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of mental illness.

3. When should one consult a Psychiatrist?

A psychiatrist deals with the mental, emotional and behavioural aspects of human health. Whenever a person is affected by mental disorders like anxiety, depression, schizophrenia, and bipolar disorder, psychiatric help is needed. Drastic changes in behaviour without any visible cause require a consultation with a psychiatrist. Mental or emotional issues due to drug addiction requires psychiatric help.

4. What are the conditions treated by a Psychiatrist?

Any mental, emotional or behavioural issues that we face can be diagnosed and treated by a psychiatrist. Psychiatrists also deal with disorders caused by drug addiction. The following conditions are treated by psychiatrists: depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder, obsessive compulsive disorder, Asperger’s syndrome, alcohol addiction, stress and burn-out, eating disorders & schizophrenia

5. Can a Psychiatrist treat anxiety disorders?

Anxiety disorders are characterized by being in a state of extreme, perennial anxiety. One out of three people will suffer from anxiety disorders at some point in life. Overwhelming anxiety that affects your day-to-day activities becomes a disorder. A psychiatrist is trained to treat anxiety disorders through psychological therapies and medication.

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Who are Lady Psychiatrists?

Branch of medicine that deals with diagnosing, treating, and preventing mental disorders like bipolar disorder, depression, anxiety, dementia, autism, and obsessive-compulsive disorders, etc. is called Psychiatry. Physicians or doctors who are specialized in the branch of psychiatry are called Psychiatrists. Lady Psychiatrists are female doctors who can diagnose and treat mental diseases and disorders in both men and women.

What are the qualifications of Psychiatrists?

A 5-year medical degree [MBBS] that is recognized by the General Medical Council and a 2-year foundation course of general training are the basic requirements for an individual to be a doctor. However, following are the specialties or extra qualifications required to be a Psychiatrist:

Member of the Royal College of Psychiatrists, United Kingdom (MRC Psych)
MD - Psychological Medicine
M.Med - Psychiatry
Diplomate of American Board of Psychiatry and NeurologyM.D. (Psychiatry)
MRCP (UK)
Diploma in Psychiatry
DPM (Psychiatry)
Master of Psychiatry - MPSY
Ph.D. - Psychiatry
FRCP - Psychiatry
M.D. Hom (Homeopathy Psychiatry)
Diploma in Clinical Psychiatry
DNB - Psychiatry

When should an individual consult a Lady Psychiatrist?

If an individual is suffering from any of the following mental disorders or medical conditions, then he/she should consult a Lady Psychiatrist:

Autism
Alzheimer’s disorder
Anxiety
Excessive stress
Bipolar disorder
Post-traumatic stress disorder [PTSD]
Neurodevelopmental disorders
Dementia
Schizophrenia
Depression

Can Lady Psychiatrists do counseling?

Yes, Lady Psychiatrists can counsel their patients and can prescribe medications in order to treat mental disorders.

Can Lady Psychiatrists treat schizophrenia?

Schizophrenia is a type of chronic mental illness that needs long term treatment. A well-experienced Lady Psychiatrist can treat schizophrenia through medication and psychological therapies. In severe cases, hospitalization may be required.

How frequently should I consult a Psychiatrist?

It is recommended to consult a Psychiatrist once a week if you have been diagnosed with any mental disorders that affect your overall health condition. However, one can consult a Psychiatrist once in a year to evaluate their mental stability.

Are Psychiatrists and Psychologists the same?

Psychiatrists are medical professionals who are well trained and authorized to treat mental health conditions with medications and lifestyle modifications. However, Psychologists are not medical doctors and help patients by providing psychotherapy [talk therapy] only.