General Psychiatry

General Psychiatry

General psychiatry is a branch of medicine that deals with the study, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of mental illnesses and disorders. Psychiatrists and Psychiatric Mental Health providers such as Advance Practice Nurse Practitioners are medical providers who specialize in the treatment of mental health disorders. They are trained to diagnose and treat a wide range of mental health conditions, including mood disorders, anxiety disorders, personality disorders, psychotic disorders, and substance use disorders.

Psychiatrists use a variety of treatment modalities to help their patients, including medications, psychotherapy, and other forms of therapy. They may also work with other healthcare professionals, such as psychologists, social workers, and occupational therapists, to provide comprehensive care to their patients.

Some of the common mental health conditions that are treated by psychiatrists include depression, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, anxiety disorders, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), eating disorders, and substance use disorders. Psychiatrists also play an important role in the management of suicidal, homicidal, and other high-risk patients.