What is Psychiatry?

Psychiatry is a branch of medicine that deals with the mental health of individuals. Psychiatrists diagnose and treat psychological and behavioral disorders. These disorders include depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, eating disorders and addiction. Psychiatrists evaluate the biological, social, psychological and environmental factors that can affect a person's mental health. This evaluation helps to determine the most effective treatments for patients. Psychiatrists use various treatment methods such as therapy sessions, medication and support groups to improve the health of their patients.

What does Psychiatry treat?

• Depression
• Anxiety disorders (such as panic attacks, obsessive-compulsive disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder)
• Bipolar disorder
• Schizophrenia and other psychotic disorders
• Eating disorders (such as anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa)
• Addiction (such as alcohol and substance abuse)
• Personality disorders
• Sleep disorders

Psychiatrists use various treatment methods such as therapy sessions, medication and support groups to treat these disorders.