child psychiatrist

Juvenile mental doctor

A child psychiatrist is a medical doctor who specializes in diagnosing and treating mental, emotional, and behavioral disorders in children and adolescents.

Unlike psychologists, psychiatrists can prescribe medication.

The specialty requires additional training beyond general psychiatry, focusing on developmental issues specific to young patients: The child psychiatrist recommended therapy combined with a low dose of medication.

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patient population age

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Physician treating elderly patients

gerontologist

professional approach to mental health

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One who cures through prayer

child psychologist · play therapist · school counselor · life coach · art therapist

relationship to child wellbeing

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One who mistreats minors

child molester

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