Psychiatrist

Person who, as a medical specialist, tries to prevent, diagnose and treat mental illnesses, psychic disorders and emotional disorders of physical, psychological or social origin which affect the functioning of the individual (neurosis, psychosis, phobia, schizophrenia, depression, anxiety, psychosomatic illnesses, etc.). With the active participation of patients, and sometimes their families and relatives, she reviews their personal history, assesses their physical and mental health through various examinations, makes a diagnosis and adapts the treatment which, depending on the case, may consist of in psychotherapy, medication or even a stay in a hospital, day center, therapeutic home or halfway house. She is called upon to work in close collaboration with other specialists.