Psychiatric
Psychiatric
Psychiatric (pronunciation: /saɪˈkiː.ə.trɪk/) is a term that pertains to psychiatry, a branch of medicine that focuses on the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of mental, emotional, and behavioral disorders. The term is derived from the Greek words "psyche," meaning "soul," and "iatros," meaning "healer."
Etymology
The term "psychiatric" is derived from the Greek words "psyche" (ψυχή), which means "soul," and "iatros" (ἰατρός), which means "healer." Thus, the term literally translates to "soul healing."
Related Terms
- Psychiatry: The branch of medicine that deals with the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of mental, emotional, and behavioral disorders.
- Psychologist: A professional who studies the human mind and behavior.
- Psychotherapy: A range of treatments that can help with mental health problems, emotional challenges, and some psychiatric disorders.
- Psychopharmacology: The study of the use of medications in treating mental disorders.
- Mental Health: A person’s condition with regard to their psychological and emotional well-being.
- Behavioral Disorder: A type of mental health disorder that affects a person's ability to behave in a socially acceptable manner.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Psychiatric
- Wikipedia's article - Psychiatric
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