PSYCHIATRY

Psychiatry is the branch of medicine that focuses on the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of mental health and emotional disorders. Psychiatrists are medical doctors who specialize in the care of patients with mental illness.

Diagnostic Techniques

·   Clinical interview

·   Mental status examination

·   Psychological assessments (e.g., questionnaires, rating scales)

·   Laboratory tests (e.g., blood work, urine tests)

·   Imaging studies (e.g., CT scans, MRI scans)

Therapeutic Approaches

·    Pharmacotherapy (medications)

·    Psychotherapy (talk therapy)

·    Behavioral therapy

·    Cognitive-behavioral therapy

·    Family therapy

·    Group therapy