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What is the difference between a psychologist and a psychiatrist?


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Psychologist primarily aids patient by counseling and psychotherapy. Psychiatrist is a medical doctor & can prescribe medications.

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A psychiatrist is a physician who specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of mental disorders. Psychologists study the human mind and human behavior & who work with patients in a variety of therapeutic contexts. ChaCha on!

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The major difference between psychologists and psychiatrists is that the latter are medical doctors and can prescribe drugs.

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A psychologist studies mental conditions and/or treatments as well as counsels those with such mental disorders. A psychiatrist only treats those with mental disorders. ChaCha for now!

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A psychologist aids the patient by counseling. A psychiatrist is a doctor that can perform psychotherapy & prescribe medications.

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Psychiatrist: A physician (an M.D.) who specializes in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of mental illness. MORE?

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A psychiatrist can prescribe medication. A psychologist cannot. Ask Away!

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A Psychiatrist is a medical doctor, but a psychologist is more comparable to a counselor.

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Psychologists aid patients by counseling. A psychiatrist is a doctor that can prescribe & counsel the patient with medication.

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