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  • James Gallagher, MD 120 Points

    James Gallagher, MD

    3300 Rivermont Ave, Piedmont Psychiatric Cente
    Lynchburg, VA 24503
  • Michael Judd, MD 110 Points

    Michael Judd, MD

    Piedmont Psychiatric Ctr
    3300 Rivermont Ave, Piedmont Psych Center
    Lynchburg, VA 24503
  • Kanchan Clark, MD 100 Points

    Kanchan Clark, MD

    3300 Rivermont Ave
    Lynchburg, VA 24503
  • Edward Kuhnley, MD 100 Points

    Edward Kuhnley, MD

    3300 Rivermont Ave, Virginia Baptist Hosp
    Lynchburg, VA 24503
  • John Fisher, MD 100 Points

    John Fisher, MD

    Piedmont Psychiatric Ctr
    3300 Rivermont Ave
    Lynchburg, VA 24503
  • Richard Oliver, MD 100 Points

    Richard Oliver, MD

    Piedmont Psychiatric Ctr
    3300 Rivermont Ave
    Lynchburg, VA 24503
  • Randall Scott, MD 100 Points

    Randall Scott, MD

    Piedmont Psychiatric Ctr
    3300 Rivermont Ave
    Lynchburg, VA 24503
  • Antal Solyom, MD 100 Points

    Antal Solyom, MD

    Piedmont Psychiatric Ctr
    PO Box 3620
    Lynchburg, VA 24503
  • John Wilson, MD 100 Points

    John Wilson, MD

    Piedmont Psychiatric Ctr
    3300 Rivermont Ave, Piedmont Psych
    Lynchburg, VA 24503

Psychiatrist Info

Psychiatrist Summary: Psychiatry involves the treatment, rehabilitation and prevention of mental illness. A psychiatrist diagnoses mental and emotional disorders using assessments and may order further psychiatric diagnostic laboratory tests if necessary. Mental and emotional disorders including difficulty coping, stress, trauma, mood and anxiety disorders, substance-abuse disorders, sexual issues, schizophrenia, and addictions may be helped by different forms of psychiatry.

Common Treatments: Psychiatrists commonly treat children and adults suffering from attention deficit disorder (ADD), clinical depression, eating disorders, anxiety disorders, phobias, paranoia, psychosis, OCD, and panic attacks. Additional disorders treated by psychiatrists are: mania, schizophrenia, claustrophobia, paranoia, agoraphobia, social anxiety disorder, hallucinations, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), and panic disorder.

Psychiatrist FAQs:
What is a

Psychiatrist

?
A Psychiatrist is a licensed physician who specializes in the evaluation, prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of mental and emotional disorders.

What is the Difference between a Psychologist and a Psychiatrist?


Psychologists are concerned with the different aspects of behavior and mental processes and cannot prescribe medications. A clinical psychologist uses psychotherapy and other counseling skills to improve emotional and mental health. A Psychiatrist is a medical doctor who performs psychotherapy but can also prescribe medicine.

Why might I see a Psychiatrist?


You could see a Psychiatrist for abuse, addictions, anxiety, coping mechanism issues, depression, an eating disorder, emotional distress, personal growth, phobias, relationship issues, sexual problems, and trauma.

What are the requirements for becoming a licensed Psychiatrist?


A Psychiatrist must have a Masters or a Doctoral Degree from an accredited school. Other requirements toward becoming a Psychiatrist include residency training and board certifications that vary from state to state.

Psychiatrist Related Terms: anxiety, behavioral disorders, depression, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, suicide, relationship difficulties, chronic mental illness, parenting issues, adjustment disorders, personality disorders, lobotomy, antidepressants