Philosophy of psychiatry
Philosophy of Psychiatry
Philosophy of Psychiatry (pronunciation: /fɪˈlɒsəfi ɒv saɪˈkaɪətri/) refers to a field of study that explores questions regarding psychiatry, including the nature and the properties of mental illnesses, the ethical dimensions of psychiatric practices, and the theoretical and practical validity of psychiatric treatments.
Etymology
The term "Philosophy of Psychiatry" is derived from the Greek words "philosophia" meaning "love of wisdom" and "psychiatria" meaning "healing the soul".
Related Terms
- Mental Illness: A condition that affects a person's thinking, feeling, behavior, or mood. These conditions deeply impact day-to-day living and may also affect physical health.
- Psychiatric Ethics: The distinct field of bioethics that considers ethical issues arising in the context of diagnosis and treatment of mental health conditions.
- Psychiatric Treatments: The ways in which psychiatric professionals treat mental illnesses. This can include a variety of methods such as psychotherapy, medication, and hospitalization.
- Psychiatry: The branch of medicine focused on the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of mental, emotional, and behavioral disorders.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Philosophy of psychiatry
- Wikipedia's article - Philosophy of psychiatry
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