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Should I study psychology or psychiatry?

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#psychology

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ROBIN CHARLESWORTH | Owner/Manager at North Face Lodge and Psychological Associate ... The above information is excellent regarding the differences in training. Think ...

As a therapist, psychologist or psychiatrist can it be hard to cope to other people's struggles?

#psychology #psychiatry...

#therapy

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Active Jan 28 at 02:59 PM

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G. Mark Stewart | Adjunct Professor Engineering My feeling is that to be an effective therapist, psychologist or ...

what are the positives of being a psychologist?

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Morgan Soriano You get to help people with their everyday issues such as ...

what was the biggest struggle to become a psychologist?

# #psychology #clinical-psychology #counseling #child-psychology...

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Active Jan 18 at 07:56 PM

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Posted by lesly P.’s Avatar lesly P.
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Dr. Ray Finn | Mental Health Care Professional Dear Lesly,Thanks for your interesting question. It brought back a lot ...

How long does it take to become a psychiatrist?

-Difficulty of courses -job placement -years of study -programs required or recommended #psychology #doctor #psychiatry...

#college-major

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Active Dec 19 '18 at 05:01 AM

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Posted by Kevin B.’s Avatar Kevin B.
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G. Mark Stewart | Adjunct Professor Engineering Psychiatry is a medical degree, unlike psychology. For a medical degree, ...

What are some methods to reduce the cost of medical school/pay off debt effectively?

Even though medical school is several years away for me, I would like to be prepared in advance. I've seen that med school is quite the hassle in terms of finances and debt, but that the result is worth it, including the income from a residency after med school. Are there any other ways to...

#school #financial-services #psychology #medical-school #psychiatry #graduate-school #medicine #premed #debt

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Active Nov 27 '18 at 09:45 PM

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Sean Buchan | Wealth Management Banking Specialist at Merrill Lynch Medical school is one of the few schools I believe are ...

What course are a must-have for a psychiatry pre-med?

I just wanted to know which courses I could get a head start on. #medicine #psychiatry #pre-med #healthcare #hospital-and-healthcare #academic-advising #classes...

#courses

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Active Jul 27 '18 at 03:46 AM

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Posted by Benjamin K.’s Avatar Benjamin K.

Psychology or Pre-med for Psychiatry?

I want to be a Psychiatric. Do I major in Psychology or Pre-med? #psychology #medicine #psychiatry #psychiatrist #healthcare #college...

#college-major

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Active Jul 24 '18 at 06:02 PM

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Posted by Matthew M.’s Avatar Matthew M.
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G. Mark Stewart | Adjunct Professor Engineering Something to be aware of is that Psychiatrists are MD s. ...

Is Psychiatry a good career choice?

I want to become a Psychiatrist? Is Psychiatry a career that is in high demand in Texas? #psychiatry #doctor #medicine #healthcare...

#therapy

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Active Oct 11 '18 at 01:09 AM

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Posted by Matthew M.’s Avatar Matthew M.
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Leigh Dooley | Medical Director Yes, psychiatry is a good career choice if you would like ...

What are some internships for someone interested in psychiatry?

I am a freshman in high school in the bay area very interested in psychology and becoming a psychiatrist when I am older. Since I have an idea on what interests me for my future, I would like to get a head start by doing an internship or any thing else to get a feel for the field....

#psychiatry #psychology #internships

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Active Nov 14 '18 at 06:01 PM

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Rob Morris | Trust Scientist You might consider getting a research internship in one of the ...

Should I take psychology to become a psychiatrist

I thought psychology would be a good thing to study if I wanted to be a psychiatrist but I feel like I should take a harder math major instead #psychiatry #psychiatrists #psychiatric-care #healthcare #hospital-and-health-care...

#psychology

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Active Apr 15 '18 at 10:59 AM

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Posted by Lydia W.’s Avatar Lydia W.
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Linda Ann Robinson, Ph.D. | Industrial-Organizational Psychology & HR Consulting Hi Lydia,Psychology is a good major in college so long as ...

Which major will benefit me more in pursing a career: psychology or neuroscience?

I was given advice that a #neuroscience major would benefit me more than a #psychology major when persuading a career in #psychiatry and I wanted to know if this was true or...

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Active Jan 25 '18 at 10:47 AM

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Daniela Silva | Educational Writer- New Heights Educational Group Hi jasmine! The main difference between psychology and neuroscience is the ...

What is residency training?

#therapist #psychology...

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Active Jan 25 at 04:50 PM

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Posted by Summer H.’s Avatar Summer H.
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Nancy Woehlke MA,LLPC,LBSW | Mental Health Therapist I would need aditional information, however it is a training that ...

What do you have to major in specifically to be a child psychiatrist

I want to be a child psychiatrist, but my college (I'm dual enrolled) only offers a general psychology A.S. Degree #psychology #psychiatry...

#childpsychology

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Active Oct 11 '18 at 01:14 AM

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Posted by Summer H.’s Avatar Summer H.
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Linda Ann Robinson, Ph.D. | Industrial-Organizational Psychology & HR Consulting Hello Summer,Does your school have a pre-medicine major? If yes, then ...

What is the average day in the life of a psychiatrist like?

I'm very interested in the occupation and have an idea of what it entails, but I'd like to know more about it....

#psychiatry

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Active Jan 23 at 02:38 PM

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Posted by John M.’s Avatar John M.
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CAREY M VIGOR MD PC Zierk Dealing with people who demand controlled substances and don't want to ...

Is becoming a psychiatrist difficult compared to becoming a psychologist?

I am interested in becoming a psychiatrist. #college #psychology...

#psychiatry

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Active Jan 14 at 07:24 PM

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Posted by Samantha N.’s Avatar Samantha N.
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Leigh Dooley | Medical Director To answer the question it is important to understand that although ...

Do you ever get boerd with your job?

I want to become a psychiatrist mainly because I have always wanted to push myself in a topic I am generally interested in. I loved every second of Chemistry and I also love learning about Psychology. I just want to know if you ever get bored of working this job. If someone who is similar with...

#psychiatry #medicine #mental-health #healthcare

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Active Dec 04 '17 at 09:51 PM

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Posted by Nicholas P.’s Avatar Nicholas P.
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Naiara Barbosa | Board-Certified Dermatologist Hi Nicholas, It is great that you have a passion and ...

Becoming a Psychiatrist seems like a big task, can someone give me some insight?

I understand that I have to go to college and major in Psychiatry, Biology, or Chemistry and then after that I have to go to medical school, but is the process of becoming one stressful and over bearing? If so could you give me tips on how to cope with this? I really want to become a...

#psychiatry #medicine #mental-health #healthcare

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Active Oct 28 '18 at 07:04 AM

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Daniela Silva | Educational Writer- New Heights Educational Group Hi Nicholas, If you’re considering specializing in psychiatry, one question that ...

What are medical residencies like?

I want to go into psychiatry and 4-5 years of the schooling is medical residencies. I just want to know what to expect and what I am getting myself into. #medicine #medical #psychiatry #psychiatrists #doctor...

#hospital-and-health-care

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Active Oct 29 '17 at 03:06 AM

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Ross Greek | Retired Psychologist As a psychologist I work with a variety of MD's and ...

Do you need business experience to start a private practice?

I plan to go to medical school and become a psychiatrist with a private practice. I'd like to avoid a double major in business if I can, but I don't know how to gain business experience in any other way. #doctor #psychiatry #psychiatrist #business #doctor...

#hospital-and-health-care

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Active Feb 16 '18 at 04:56 PM

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Posted by Rylee S.’s Avatar Rylee S.
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Karyn Aldridge MHA CMPE | Medical Practice Executive Do you need business experience? Yes of course you do. Does ...

How long do I have to stay in school to be a psychiatrist? Also what should I major in?

I am asking because I get a different answer every time I ask someone. I have about two more years until I get to college but I want to know ahead of time. #medical-school #psychiatry #medical #science #hospital-and-health-care #hospitals...

#college

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Active Oct 20 '17 at 01:47 AM

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Posted by La'Nyah M.’s Avatar La'Nyah M.
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Angela Coffman | Nurse at PDI Surgery Center A psychiatrist is a medical doctor. So you will do 4 ...

How could a minor in accounting help me in my private practice?

I want to be a psychiatrist and own my own practice one day, how can having knowledge of accounting benefit my future company? #medicine #psychiatry...

#mental-health

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Dr. Ray Finn’s Avatar Lainey Richardson’s Avatar Sanaz Rykwalder M.S, D.O’s Avatar Nancy Hamp, MA’s Avatar
Active May 07 '18 at 05:41 AM

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Posted by Ashley S.’s Avatar Ashley S.
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Dr. Ray Finn | Mental Health Care Professional Dear Nancy, I think you have recognized a need for some ...

Where is the best place to live as a psychiatrist?

When I get older, I want to move somewhere where there is less competition and a low cost of living? #college #career #psychology #healthcare...

#psychiatry

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Active Nov 26 '17 at 02:06 AM

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Posted by La'Nyah M.’s Avatar La'Nyah M.
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Daniela Silva | Educational Writer- New Heights Educational Group Hi La´Nyah The locations that Medscape rated as best for practice ...

What schools are best if you want to go into psychiatry, or does the school not really matter?

I want to become a psychiatrist and am starting to look at different med schools that I could go to. Are certain schools better if I want to go into psychiatry, or does the school not really matter as much? #college #doctor #medicine #psychology #college-major #medical-school...

#psychiatry

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Active Sep 02 '18 at 03:21 AM

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Posted by Bethany N.’s Avatar Bethany N.
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William Hervey, M.D., M.B.A. | Results-oriented leader, physician, professor, author and speaker. All psychiatrists take the same national tests and board exam. Any ...

What are the steps to become a psychiatrist, not a psychologist a psychiatrist and a counselor

Because I know you have to chemistry and math, but I don't know what else or what's required for a freshman #psychology #counseling #psychiatry #mental-health...

#psychotherapy

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Active Jul 21 '17 at 06:53 PM

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Posted by Azar B.’s Avatar Azar B.
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Linda Ann Robinson, Ph.D. | Industrial-Organizational Psychology & HR Consulting Hi Azar, The two previous responses are quite good at providing ...

What's the difference between psychology and psychiatrist

I want to know #psychology...

#psychiatry

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Active Jul 21 '17 at 06:53 PM

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Sandhya R | Customer Experience Coach Hi Azar, Thank you for your question. Psychology is the study ...

My sister is a physiotherapy student. She don't find any scope in this field. So please suggest her what to do next?

My sister is a physiotherapy student. She don't find any scope in this field. So please suggest her what to do next? #doctor #psychology #physician...

#psychiatry

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Active Jul 21 '17 at 06:35 PM

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Posted by Faizan U.’s Avatar Faizan U.
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ehab el halawany | ASS Prof, MBA, MS-Physical Therapy I'am an Egyptian PT, your sis have many field of specialities ...

What's the difference between a psychologist and a psychiatrist?

The terms are often used interchangeably in everyday conversations, so how exactly are they different? #psychology...

#psychiatry

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Active Jul 21 '17 at 06:35 PM

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Posted by Calvin K.’s Avatar Calvin K.
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Christopher Keemer, MA, TLLP | Doctoral Student A psychiatrist is a medical doctor that treats mental disorders with ...

What is the most benificial college for a psychology degree? Also, what degree is the most benificial?

I'm trying to choose a degree in psychology. I am not sure if it would be better to get a higher degree and do more schooling or just an average degree with less schoolling. Also, I am not sure what college would be the best for this degree. I've heard a lot of good news with Wisconsin and...

#psychology #counselling #mental-health #therapy #therapists #psychiatry #counselor #social-work

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Active Jul 21 '17 at 06:34 PM

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Posted by Chanel F.’s Avatar Chanel F.
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Dr. Ray Finn | Mental Health Care Professional Dear Chanel, For an undergraduate student the quality of a university's ...

What's a good medical/health career for someone who's a tad squeamish?

I want to go into a medical career. I'm not great around blood, but I don't mind needles. #doctor #medical #health #physician...

#psychiatry

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Active Jul 21 '17 at 06:30 PM

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Posted by Madeline K.’s Avatar Madeline K.
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Julayne Thomas | Professor at Ivy Tech Community College Hello! Have you considered a career in medical insurance coding? Usually ...
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