The Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists says the following about the field of psychiatry on its webpage: A psychiatrist is a qualified medical doctor who has
obtained additional qualifications to become a specialist in the
diagnosis, treatment and prevention of mental illness and emotional
problems. Because of their extensive medical and psychiatric training, psychiatrists are able to view illness in an integrated way by taking into consideration the related aspects of body and mind. Psychiatrists are trained both to recognise and treat the effects of emotional disturbances on the body as a whole, as well as the effects of physical conditions on the mind. This is particularly important, as many emotional disturbances affect various parts of the body and physical illnesses can certainly affect the mind. A psychiatrist’s medical and psychiatric training allows both the physical and emotional to be kept in perspective. What is mental illness? One in five people suffer from emotional problems sufficiently distressing to justify seeking professional help. Differences between psychiatry and psychology: Unlike
a psychologist, a psychiatrist is a fully qualified medical specialist
who has completed at least 13 years of medical education in all aspects
of medicine, surgery and psychiatry. Psychiatrists have a unique perspective in being able to diagnose, manage and care for people with mental illnesses and emotional problems whilst keeping both their emotional and physical states in perspective. Dr de Klerk is currently working as Consultant Psychiatrist in the Bunbury Community Mental Health Clinic. He is also engaging in limited private practice in Bunbury, performing Forensic Psychiatric assessments and assisting General Practitioners of Bunbury and surrounds with assessments of patients and preparing specialist mental health care plans. Please refer to the Contact Page for referral information or send an email. |
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