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Griffin (22.42 mi)

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30224 (1) (20.73 mi)
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  • Kusuma Rao, MD 90 Points

    Kusuma Rao, MD

    Cardio-Pulmonary Assoc
    Distance: 22.43 mi
    PO Box 758
    Griffin, GA 30224
  • Alan Weinberg, MD 130 Points

    Alan Weinberg, MD

    Personal Recovery Network
    Distance: 29.7 mi
    155 Eagles Walk Ste F
    Stockbridge, GA 30281
  • Debra Edelson, MD 110 Points

    Debra Edelson, MD

    Distance: 29.7 mi
    4030 N Henry Blvd
    Stockbridge, GA 30281
  • Gary Matthews 100 Points

    Gary Matthews

    LifeStance Health
    Distance: 29.7 mi
    250 Corporate Center Ct
    Stockbridge, GA 30281
  • Marcia Phillips 100 Points

    Marcia Phillips

    LifeStance Health
    Distance: 29.7 mi
    250 Corporate Center Ct
    Stockbridge, GA 30281
  • Tierra Wells 100 Points

    Tierra Wells

    LifeStance Health
    Distance: 29.7 mi
    275 Country Club Drive
    Stockbridge, GA 30281
  • Tierra Wells 100 Points

    Tierra Wells

    LifeStance Health
    Distance: 29.7 mi
    275 Country Club Drive
    Stockbridge, GA 30281
  • Derek Richardson, MD 70 Points

    Derek Richardson, MD

    One World Medical
    Distance: 29.7 mi
    1129 Hospital Drive Suite 3C
    Stockbridge, GA 30281

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Griffin (22.42 mi)

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