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  • Philip Cenac, MD 300 Points

    Philip Cenac, MD

    Philip Louis Cenac, Jr. MD, LFAPA
    111 Founder's Drive
    Baton Rouge, LA 70810
  • Ghada Al Asadi, MD 120 Points

    Ghada Al Asadi, MD

    10532 S Glenstone Pl Ste A
    Baton Rouge, LA 70810
  • Shari Taylor, PhD, APRN 110 Points

    Shari Taylor, PhD, APRN

    LifeNet Behavioral Health
    10626 Timberlake Ave
    Baton Rouge, LA 70810
  • Claudia Cuervo 100 Points

    Claudia Cuervo

    Claudia Cuervo, MD
    10310 The Grove Blvd
    Baton Rouge, LA 70810
  • Francisco Silva, MD 100 Points

    Francisco Silva, MD

    The Family Ctr Of Mental Hlth
    1005 Claiborne Rd
    Baton Rouge, LA 70810
  • David Greeson, M.D.

    David Greeson, M.D.

    Chiron Center for Wellness
    11505 Perkins Road
    Building 1
    Baton Rouge, LA 70810

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Psychiatrist Info

Psychiatrist Summary: Psychiatry involves the treatment, rehabilitation and prevention of mental illness. A psychiatrist diagnoses mental and emotional disorders using assessments and may order further psychiatric diagnostic laboratory tests if necessary. Mental and emotional disorders including difficulty coping, stress, trauma, mood and anxiety disorders, substance-abuse disorders, sexual issues, schizophrenia, and addictions may be helped by different forms of psychiatry.

Common Treatments: Psychiatrists commonly treat children and adults suffering from attention deficit disorder (ADD), clinical depression, eating disorders, anxiety disorders, phobias, paranoia, psychosis, OCD, and panic attacks. Additional disorders treated by psychiatrists are: mania, schizophrenia, claustrophobia, paranoia, agoraphobia, social anxiety disorder, hallucinations, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), and panic disorder.


Psychiatrist FAQs:
What is a

Psychiatrist

?
A Psychiatrist is a licensed physician who specializes in the evaluation, prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of mental and emotional disorders.

What is the Difference between a Psychologist and a Psychiatrist?


Psychologists are concerned with the different aspects of behavior and mental processes and cannot prescribe medications. A clinical psychologist uses psychotherapy and other counseling skills to improve emotional and mental health. A Psychiatrist is a medical doctor who performs psychotherapy but can also prescribe medicine.

Why might I see a Psychiatrist?


You could see a Psychiatrist for abuse, addictions, anxiety, coping mechanism issues, depression, an eating disorder, emotional distress, personal growth, phobias, relationship issues, sexual problems, and trauma.

What are the requirements for becoming a licensed Psychiatrist?


A Psychiatrist must have a Masters or a Doctoral Degree from an accredited school. Other requirements toward becoming a Psychiatrist include residency training and board certifications that vary from state to state.


Psychiatrist Related Terms: anxiety, behavioral disorders, depression, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, suicide, relationship difficulties, chronic mental illness, parenting issues, adjustment disorders, personality disorders, lobotomy, antidepressants