AP PSYCHOLOGY

PSYCHOLOGYS HISTORY APPROACHES

SUBFIELDS IN PSYCHOLOGY

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which of the following mental health careers requires a medical doctorate (MD)?
A
Clinical Psychology
B
Psychometrics
C
Psychiatry
D
Neuropsychology
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Psychiatrists attend medical school and earn an MD (doctor of medicine) or DO (doctor of osteopathic medicine) degree. They can go on for additional, specialized training in psychiatry during a residency (an additional three to four years).

Detailed explanation-2: -Psychiatrists are medical doctors (M.D. or M.O.) who evaluate, diagnose, and treat mental health disorders, such as addictive behaviors, personality disorders, and depression.

Detailed explanation-3: -Doctor of Medicine in Psychiatry, also known as MD (Psychiatry) is a three-year postgraduate programme that candidates can pursue after completing MBBS. Psychiatry is the branch of medical science dealing with the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of mental, emotional, and behavioral disorders.

Detailed explanation-4: -YES, you can definitely do and can take admission in M.D.(Psychiatry) after completing your graduation/post-graduation( or M. Phil) in Psychology . Another option you have to become a qualified psychiatrist is to do a Diploma in Psychiatric medicine (DPM) from a recognised educational institute.

Detailed explanation-5: -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.

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