Career questions tagged psychiatry
What program's exist to become a forensic psychologist in Canada?
I’m 16. I’m in grade 11. My plan is to go to MUN and do my first degree in psychology. after that my plan is to specialize and become a forensic psychologist. Just wondering what programs are available within Canada that I Apply for Any help is appreciated.
Should I do a bachelors or a bachelor of science if I want to be a forensic psychologist?
I’m 16. I’m in grade 11. My plan is to go to MUN and do my first degree in psychology, but I don’t know if I should get a bachelor science or a of arts. I just wondering what’s better if I wanna go into forensic psychology in the future. Any help is appreciated.
I am interested in becoming a psychiatrist. What science and math classes should I take?
I've already taken Biology, Chemistry, Physics, AP Biology for science and math up to AP Pre - Calc.
How could I help people understand themselves, deeper than they could before, in the future?
I want to be able to help people understand the how and why of their own psychiatry. I think with that I can help people bring their lives into true happiness.
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.
What kind of study habits do college students pick up?
I am interested in psychology and political science. Possibly double majoring depending on the school I attend.
How does a Counselor or Psychologist avoid getting overwhelmed or emotionally involved hearing the tragic stories of others?
I am a college freshman, majoring in Psychology. I am very committed to my desire to help others with personal trauma but am concerned about the affects it will have on my own thoughts and feelings. How do I disconnect myself and still be effective for others?
How can I pursue my major (and eventually career) in psychology without becoming burnt out?
I want to become a psychiatrist, but it’s my understanding that most people leave this field due to burnt out. Am I making the right choice by pursing it?
how to become a psychiatrist step by step?
How do you become a psychiatrist, and what college major and courses should a student take to prepare for a career in psychiatry? what are the main steps in the process?
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.
How to persue Masters in Psychiatry?
I'm currently in the 5th semester of my undergraduate degree in clinical psychology. Can I go for Psychiatry in Masters?
Psychology BA or BS to later become a psychiatrist ?
I am currently going to school with my major being psychology. My future goal is to become a psychiatrist! What psychology is best to get a degree in, BA or BS? I’m having a hard time figuring out so any help will be great!!
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)?
What is the difference between autism spectrum disorder with intellectual impairment vs autism spectrum disorder comorbid with intellectual disability? Are they the same?
I am a high school senior planning to study psychology and and facinated by ASD. I would like to understand the difference between these two specifiers.
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!
How can I find work in psychiatry?
I'm about to attend college and get my BSN, and then get my license, but I'm unsure on how to get started as a psychiatric nurse. #Spring25
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?
Is it possibly to get internships with psychologists If so then how? ?
I would like to become a psychologist and potentially a psychiatrist, is there any advice or tips that could help through my journey?
How can I work towards my own psychiatry practice? Is it a good career goal?
I am an undergraduate psychology student and I want to become a psychiatrist. How realistic is it to work towards establishing my own practice, and what would that process look like? I am also curious if I would be able to have a psychiatry practice, and research neuroscience. I have big dreams. I want to write books, and have my own clinical practice, and have a family, and travel, but I don't know if all my ambitions are achievable. Is there anyone who has been able to have a career like this as well as having a thriving personal and family life?
How do I know what job is exactly for me? With psychology, can it be a good idea to start my own business? Additionally, how do I know how much schooling I have to go through or which degrees I need to get?
Personally, I am a high school senior with psychology as my decided major. I have already taken many psychology classes and am very interested in the subject, I am just not sure what exactly I want to do career wise. I am also leaning against getting a PHD.
How do I improve my resume for med school as an incoming sophomore in college? #spring2025
I am looking to become a psychiatrist, and struggle to know what steps to take to stand out.
How do I achieve my goal of becoming a psychiatrist within the time period of nine years or less? What can I do in order to gain more knowledge about my career path and what tools will I use to help me?
I have always been intrigued about the human psyche and behavior which is why this career path is so special to me. It will hopefully help me see the perspective of others and educate people on the knowledge that I have acquired in order to spread awareness about certain types of mental health disorders.
What were the most difficult challenges faced in your career of becoming a medical doctor, and what’s some advice could you give me for the future? #Spring25?
I’m currently an upcoming freshman at Penn State Harrisburg. I’ve always had a goal of being a medical doctor since my sophomore year of high school, specifically wanted to go on the track of being a psychiatrist. There are not many psychiatrists around me to be able to receive advice and guidance on how I should go about doing it and what path I should take to reach my goal.
Is there a route going into Psychiatry that does not involve touching people?
Hi, I know it's a weird question at first, but hear me out. I have a BS in Biological Sciences and was originally going to school looking to be a Plant Scientist, allowing myself to keep my options open by taking courses in molecular biology, genetics, microbiology, soil biology, organic chemistry, physics, etc. But after being in Environmental Microbiology labs for 2.5 years, going to therapy/psychiatrists myself, and being the go-to person to help friends and family with their emotional issues, I realized I'm more naturally inclined to interact with and help people. Because of my love for science, I want a career that will allow me to combine science and psychology, so I have been looking into Psychiatry, with the hope that there is an intersection between Psychiatry and Genetics because I have grown a love for Genetics as well over the years. But here's the issue: I simply cannot fathom using an IV, hanging a blood bag, and physically touching people in a medical sense. It makes me very queasy and I already know it is not something I am willing to do, even in the short-term. I have spoken to a Psychiatrist in the field that indicated many routes to being a Psychiatrist include these medical practices in some way, and because I hoping that is not true I am coming here to ask a larger professional community. Is there a route from the Biological Sciences degree I have to Psychiatry that does not involve mandatory clinical medical techniques? And while I am here, are any of these routes less financially taxing than others? #Spring25
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 are some extracurricular ideas for someone with interests in psych + bio?
what are some things i can do to start building my college app around an interest in psych + bio? [extracurriculars, competitions, etc] i’ll be a rising sophomore this summer + i’m scared i’m not doing enough to stand out to colleges in the future 😰 any advice is appreciated <3
How forgiving are colleges about grades? Do they care about who I am beyond my GPA?
Hello all, I am a sophomore in high school! And how has your day been? I'd like to ask, do colleges care who you are beyond your GPA/resume? Last year, I averaged a 3.5 GPA first semester and a 3.8 GPA second semester. I'm taking half of the APs my friends are, and not taking any AP science courses that colleges like. Only AP Pysch. Last summer, I slipped in heavy (actual, prescribed medication-wise) depression and made measly grades first semester of this year. I'm taking classes I enjoy next year (General Psych and Anatomy Honors), but I won't be taking any APs I can't handle. I really, really, really! want to be a psychiatrist due to my own specific struggles, and I know the prereqs will be extremely difficult... But I'm wondering-do colleges care about who I am, and my story? Will I have a chance to explain my grades is the better question. Or will they just see another discardable applicant?
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.
What to do to be a Psychiatrist? I'm on 12th grade...6 months and I'll finish high school...I wanted to be a Psychiatrist! But kinda confused...what to do..which college I should choose etc etc...can someone tell me step by step? Please Also suggest me some books about psychology
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What AP or regular courses should I take in my senior year of high school if I plan to major in psychiatry in college?
courses could be online too.