What is the difference between...?

Question

a psychologist and a psychiatarist?

Answer 1

Psy·chi·a·trist [si k ətrist, sī k ətrist]
(plural psy·chi·a·trists)
noun
Doctor treating psychiatric disorders: a doctor trained in the treatment of people with psychiatric disorders.

Psy·chol·o·gist [sī kólləjist]
(plural psy·chol·o·gists)
noun
Professional in psychology: a professional who studies behavior and experience, and who is licensed to provide therapeutic services or to work in an academic setting

Answer 2

A Psychologist cannot prescribed drugs - only a Psychiatrist, as you must be a licensed physician. A Psychologist is similar to an Optometrist - who can check your eyes, but cannot write an RX drug for any treatment of you eyes, only corrective lenses. This is similar to your question - if the psychologist feels you need medication for your problem(s) - he will then suggest you see a Psychiatrist. Hope this helped you out?

Answer 3

A psychiatrist is a medical doctor, holds a medical degree, and prescribes medication. His/her training is on the medical/ biological/ neurological bases of mental illness. While some may do therapy, they are not usually trained in psychotherapy.
A psychologist has a PhD or PsyD and specializes in therapy, assessment, and consultation (amongst other things). They are trained in psychological theory and the behavioral, cognitive, social, dynamic (etc) causes of mental illness. In most states, they cannot prescribe medication. However, in some states (like New Mexico, I believe), psychologists can prescribe medication with additional training.

Answer 4

psychiatarist treats you with pills and a psychologist with words

Answer 5

why don't you bother looking your own stuff online?