What is the difference between a psychiatrist and a psychologist?

A psychiatrist is a medical doctor who can prescribe medications. A psychologist has a PhD/PsyD in psychology and provides therapy but cannot prescribe medications in most countries.

Is psychiatry only for 'serious' mental illness?

No. Psychiatrists treat the full spectrum from mild anxiety and work-related stress to severe schizophrenia.

Are psychiatric medications habit-forming?

Most psychiatric medications (antidepressants, antipsychotics, mood stabilizers) are not habit-forming. Some anti-anxiety medications (benzodiazepines) can be, and are prescribed carefully.

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