Mental disorder
Also called: mental illness
A wide range of conditions that affect mood, thinking, and behavior.
Consult a doctor for medical advice
psy·chi·at·ric
psy·chi·at·ric/ˌsīkēˈatrik/
adjective
relating to mental illness or its treatment.
"a psychiatric disorder"
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What exactly does a psychiatrist do?
A psychiatrist is a medical doctor (an M.D. or D.O.) who specializes in mental health, including substance use disorders. Psychiatrists are qualified to assess both the mental and physical aspects of psychological problems. People seek psychiatric help for many reasons.
Do psychiatrists have mental problems?
A 2015 survey of Canadian psychiatrists found that of 487 psychiatrists who responded to a questionnaire, nearly one third (31.6%) said they had experienced mental illness, but only about 42% said they would disclose this to their family or friends.
What is considered a psychiatric disability?
Psychiatric disabilities cover a wide range of conditions, including eating disorders, post- traumatic stress disorder, anxiety disorders, depression, and other psychiatric conditions. Psychiatric disabilities are very common.
What are the 7 types of mental disorders?
What are some types of mental disorders?
Anxiety disorders, including panic disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder, and phobias.
Depression, bipolar disorder, and other mood disorders.
Eating disorders.
Personality disorders.
Post-traumatic stress disorder.
Psychotic disorders, including schizophrenia.
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