Psychiatry

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Benefits

Develop treatment plans

refer you to other health professionals if required

Provide care for mental health

Prescribes medications

Help manage long term mental health issues

Salary/ Income/ Hourly wage

$160 oer hour

Average psychiatrist salary is $312,050 per year

Challenges

Balance between professional responsibility and personal beliefs

Dealing with unpredictable and potentially dangerous patients

Stigma around mental health

Emotional toll of patient suffering

Long and demanding education process

Job Description

A psychiatrist is a medical doctor who specializes in mental health, including substance use disorders. Psychiatrists are qualified to assess both the mental and physical aspects of psychological problems.

Attire

Regarding professional attire, psychiatirst normally wear a suit, dress pants, bluse, skirt and blazers when meeting a patient.

Why does this have my interest?

I have interest in this career because I feel better when I'm helping others and getting to study and understand the brain is something im interested in. This is beneficial for many people and is even better if i can be my own psychiatrist and getting at my own needs.

Skills Required

Leadership

communication

Diagnostic skills

Active listening

Empathy

problem solving

Education/ Training requirements

Residency Training ( 4 years )

Medical school ( 4 years )

Bachelors degree in fields such as psychology, biology, pre-medicine or related discipline

Responsibilities

Assessment and diagnosis: Psychiatrists assess and evaluate patients mental health status including symptoms, medical history and psychosocial factors.

Medication Management: Psychiatrist prescribe and monitor medications to alleviate symptoms of mental health disorders, such as antidepressants etc.

Collaboration and consultation: Psychiatrist collaborate with other healthcare professionals to ensure coordinated care for their patients

3 Main Aspects I admire about this Job

Passion for helping others with mental challenges they have experienced.

The chance of explore the complexities of the human mind and behaviour that seeks my interests

High paying income from pursuing this career

Job Location

Psychiatrists work within a variety of places such as: Psychiatric hospitals, private practices, clinics, health centers, community agencies, courtsm prisons, nursing homes, industry, government, military settings, rehabilitation programs, emergency rooms etc.