Career questions tagged psychiatrist
What does it look like in the day of a psychiatric resident?
I would like to know what are the main duties that you are expected to participate in and how strenuous is this specific field. I am an incoming college freshman going for premed and love to be prepared.
When you are a psychiatrist, is there any chance that you will get to work with neurosurgeons on hypothesis testing?
I want to conduct many experiments and get far into research to find cures for personality and mood disorders and always had an interest in neurosurgery as well.
To the psychiatrists out there, did you ever consider doing another specialty, and what ultimately made psychiatry feel like the right choice?
I'm currently a senior in high school and I have plans to pursue medicine in my future, but I'm not sure what specialty yet. I'm considering family medicine, but I'm also really interested in psychiatry.
How are psychiatrists supposed to act inside of work?
I’m a middle schooler who has been thinking about being a psychiatrist so I can help others. How are psychiatrists supposed to behave in the work field? Do psychiatrists have to be blunt, emotionless, and quiet the whole time or do they be themselves but stay respectful? What I do know is that psychiatrists are supposed to be observant and patient.
Psychologists and those alike, have any of you not felt as compassionate towards people as you feel other workers in your field are or have you ever felt before like your job might not be for you because of your social interests? How are things working out now?
I want to be a clinical psychologist in the future but there is a problem. I am an introvert and also have low altruism/compassion towards other people. Is there a way to work on this part of myself or can you still be a psychologists who gives out therapy without caring much for others (at least emotionally)?
Is pursuing a career as a Psychiatrist right for me?
Hello there! I am currently a junior in high school. I am very passionate about psychology and would love to become a psychiatrist in the future. I have almost all As and A pluses, including an A in my AP Psychology class. The only problem is, I struggle in math and currently have a C- in my Trigonometry class. I am one class advanced from the average Junior course. Is it essential for me to do well in my math classes to become a Psychiatrist? I am very creative, but math has always been more difficult for me. To those Psychiatrists or Psychologists out there, do you think I have what it takes to pursue a PhD in Psychology or should I shoot for something more attainable? Also to those Psychiatrists out there, what is your work-life balance like? Is it achievable to have quality time with your family outside of work? Thank you for your time!
What is the difference between a psychologist and a psychiatrist?
If I were to choose between becoming a psychologist or a psychiatrist which would be the better position and why?
I want to be a therapist, but I am having doubts.
I want to be a therapist, but is the pay good enough? Is it a fulfilling profession? I wanted to be a psychiatrist, but I didn't want to go through med school. Is it that hard to get a doctoral degree? Also, how do I know what type of therapist I want to be, if at all?
What is the better career?
What would be the steps for becoming a mental health therapist? What would be the steps for becoming a psychiatrist? Which is the better career to follow? I'm not sure which I want to go to.
Clinical Psychologist or psychiatrist Which one is better as a career?
After graduating high school, I've been struggling for 6 years working different jobs. But now I want to do something real in life.
Here are a few interview questions I want to ask a psychiatrist...
Question 1: What inspired you to become a psychiatrist? Question 2: How long have you been practicing psychiatry? Question 3: How do you measure progress in treatment? Question 4: How do you decide on whether or not medication is necessary? Question 5: How do you get your patients to open up about themselves? Question 6: Do you often collaborate with other healthcare professionals? Question 7: What is one thing you’ve learned from your patients over the years?
What should I expect in the pursuit of becoming a psychiatrist ?
1. What is the biggest stress for new people in the field 2. What Kind of things should I look for in this job 3. What kind of pay should i expect
1:If l want to be a psychiatrist,what need I do now 2:Could you tell me what you usually do on weekdays? 3:If this job difficult? 4:How to be more patient and more accessible? 5:If the patients' mood are bad,how to help them? 6:If the patients die.Do I have to take responsibility? ?
I am a middle school student.This is my homework.Please help me.16personalities:ENFP-T.What need Iimprove?And how to improve?What support I need?Thank you～
What does a day look like as a psychiatric nurse?
I'm a student at Job Corps and would love to better know about this field. If you have any other info on this field please let me know.
What was the hardest thing about becoming a psychiatric nurse?
I'm a current Job Corp student and would love to understand this field better. If you have other info on this field, please let me know.
Becoming a child psychiatrist/psychologist
How would one become a child psychiatrist/psychologist, what pathway would they have to take Is it majoring in psychology, pre-med, and then residency?
I am thinking about becoming a Forensic Psychiatrist, What are the steps to get there?
I am in 10th grade and I know I want to go into the psychiatry field. I am interested in mental health, and helping others. I want to understand the behavior that causes people to commit crimes.
What Steps should I take in becoming a Psychiatrist?
Currently getting my Highschool diploma/GED and I'm curious as to what steps I should take next? What Should I major in? What Classes should I take? Any tips on studying? Could you explain to me step by step the process in becoming a Psychiatrist?
What is something that you realized while being a Psychiatrist in college?
What are somethings that you know about someone who is in the Psychiatrist feild of work? What are they doing now? How much money are they making if you know? How many jobs did they work while in college?
What are the drawbacks of being a Psychiatrist?
I'm looking into becoming a Psychiatrist and was wondering what the drawbacks are.
What are the first steps to becoming a psychiatrist?
I'm looking into becoming a psychiatrist and was wondering what steps I should take.
Is there anything a psychiatrist would tell someone interested in being a psychiatrist?
Is there anything that you wish someone had told you before you decided to become a psychiatrist? Is there anything that might potentially deter anyone from becoming a psychiatrist?
What do you need to major in to become a psychiatrist?
I've wanted to become a psychiatrist for a while now but I don't know how I would start. Would it be something like premed?
What will my college life look like, roughly, in order to become a psychiatric doctor?
I'm in the 11th grade aspiring to become and doctor in the medical field. I am currently leaning towards psychiatry, but would like to know my options before committing. Thank you so much for your help!
What should I know as someone that's wants to be a psychiatrist ?
What is like being a psychiatrist? Is it a good paying job? What college did you attend to become e a psychiatrist? Do you enjoy your job? Is your job difficult?
What does it take to become a therapist or psychiatrist? How many years of school? What is the difference between the two fields of study? What classes should I take?
I’m wanting to go into the field of psychology, but I’m not sure which career would fit me best. Being a therapist or a psychiatrist peaked my interest the most.
What classes would you recommend and aspiring psychiatrist to take?
I am a 15 year old student of Spectrum High school who aspires to become a psychiatrist. What classes could I take now to better prepare myself for college?
What skills do I need to be a psychiatrist and what education do I need?
Hello my name is Ruby, I live and Arizona and I would like to be a psychiatrist because I like listening to people and helping. I would like to now what skills and education I need? Is all the school worth it?
What are the steps to become a psychiatrist after high school?
Right now I think I should to major in neuroscience, and then apply to med school. However Im not sure if thats the best way to go to ensure I get my PHD in psychiatry and then become a Psychiatrist. Honestly I am lost and would love some help going over the process/steps.