Question 1

Who is a Psychiatrist?

Accepted Answer

A psychiatrist is a medical professional who specializes in the evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment of mental health conditions and behavioral disorders. The various subspecialties of psychiatry include General Adult Psychiatry, Addiction Psychiatry, Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, Geriatric Psychiatry, Forensic Psychiatry, Learning Disability Psychiatry or Educational Pyschiatry, and Psychotherapy.

Question 2

What are the qualifications of a Psychiatrist?

Accepted Answer

A psychiatrist would have completed 5 1/2 years of primary medical training through MBBS, followed by eiher a 2 year training in Diploma Pyschiatric Medicine or DPM, or 3 year training in MD Psychiatry. Additional certifications and training in related subjects or sub specializations may also be further done.

Question 3

Which mental disorders does a Psychiatrist treat?

Accepted Answer

A consultation with a psychiatrist is advisable if there are mental health problems or behavioral changes that are affecting day to day life. These can include sleep disturbances, mood disturbances, substance abuse, lack of control over emotions or temper tantrums, poor performance at work or school, excessive anxiety, sadness, avoiding social situations, suicidal tendencies, self harm, risky behavior, phobias, etc.

Question 4

What are the common conditions treated by a Psychiatry doctor?

Accepted Answer

Some of the conditions that are commonly seen in clinical practice and treated by psychiatrists include substance abuse, alcohol addiction, mood disorders, depression, anxiety disorders, dementia, memory loss, Alzheimer's disease, language disabilities, intellectual disabilities, ADHD, autism spectrum disorders, personality disorders, eating disorders, sleep wake disorders, obsessive compulsive disorders (OCD), etc.

Question 5

Do Psychiatrist and Psychologist treat mental health problems?

Accepted Answer

Although both psychiatrists and psychologists deal with mental health and behavioral disorders, the main difference between the two is that psychiatrists are licensed to prescribe medications for the management of mental health disorders, whereas psychologists are not allowed to do so, and only help with the management of the condition through psychotherapy and counseling.

Question 6

How psychological problems are diagnosed by a Psychiatrist doctor?

Accepted Answer

The diagnostic tests that are done by psychiatrists to diagnose a mental health problem would generally include a physical examination to rule out any physical conditions that may be responsible for the symptoms exhibited, some laboratory tests such as thyroid function tests, other hormone tests, and routine blood investigations to rule out any hormonal causes of the problem, and a psychological evaluation which can comprise of questioning, psychological and behavioral response tests, and observation of the affected invidual, feedback from close relatives or family members, and DSM-5 guidelines to confirm and establish the diagnosis.

Question 7

How much does it cost to see a Psychiatrist in visakhapatam?

Accepted Answer

The cost of consultation with a Psychiatrist can range between Rs.750 - Rs.1,500 or more depending on the experience and the location of practice of the specialist. Counseling and therapy sessions when required can cost between Rs.1,500 - Rs.3000 or more, and the number of sessions that would be required depend on the type of problem being treated and the response and progress of the individual.

Question 8

What should I expect from a Psychiatrist on the first visit?

Accepted Answer

When a visit is scheduled with a psychiatrist it is important to carry along a note of symptoms, important life events such as tragedies, etc., medical reports and medication history, and questionnaire about the type of mental health issue that may be present, the kind of treatment that is needed, the need for medications, the duration of the treatment, side effects of the treatment, suggested self help measures, etc. During the visit, the specialist will inquire about the nature and duration of symptoms, their effect on day to day life, any previous history of mental health issues, family history of mental health issues, etc. The psychiatrist would then proceed to perform a basic clinical examination, and follow it up with some tests or questionnaires, and also suggest any blood tests if required.

Best Psychiatrists in Visakhapatnam

Psychiatrist :

16 Specialist doctors found

MBBS, MD (Psychiatry)

Psychiatrist

Sri Lasya Doctors Plaza Isukathota

Fee : ₹ 500

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MBBS, MD (Psychiatry)

Psychiatrist

MR Hospitals Jagadamba Junction One More Practice Location

Fee : ₹ 500

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GIMS Hospital Maharani Peta

Fee : ₹ 500

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MBBS, MD (Psychiatry)

Psychiatrist

Sanjeevini Neuro Psychiatry Clinic Gajuwaka

Fee : ₹ 300

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MBBS, MD DM (Child and Adolescent Psychiatry)

Child Psychiatrist

Rainbow Children’s Hospital & BirthRight Health City One More Practice Location

Fee : ₹ 1700

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Rainbow Childrens Clinic Siripuram

Fee : ₹ 1700

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MBBS, MD, DPM (Psychiatry)

Psychiatrist

Omni RK Super Speciality Hospital Ram Nagar One More Practice Location

Fee : ₹ 500

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K.B Ravi Kumar's Clinic Ram Nagar

Fee : ₹ 500

MBBS, MRCPsych

Psychiatrist

Pinnacle City Clinic Siripuram

Fee : ₹ 800

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MBBS, MD, MRCPsychiatry

Psychiatrist

Apollo Health City Arilova

Fee : ₹ 800

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MBBS, MD (Psychiatry)

Psychiatrist

Brain Mind Behaviour Neurosciences Research Institute Maharani Peta

Fee : ₹ 2000

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MBBS, MD, DPM (Psychiatry)

Psychiatrist

Apollo Health City Arilova

Fee : ₹ 600

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MBBS, MRCP, CCT (Psychiatry)

Psychiatrist

Arogyaraksha Polyclinic And Diagnostics Visakapatnam Port One More Practice Location

Fee : ₹ 500

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Arogyaraksha Beachfront Clinic Chinna Waltair

Fee : ₹ 500

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MBBS, DPM (Psychiatry)

Psychiatrist

The Sensitive Clinic Maharani Peta

Fee : ₹ 200

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MBBS, MD (Psychiatry)

Psychiatrist

Suraksha Neuro Psychiatric Care Maharani Peta

Fee : ₹ 300

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MBBS, MD (Psychiatry)

Psychiatrist

Perfect Care Maharani Peta

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MBBS, MD (Psychiatry)

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