psychiatric
Meaning
Pertaining to the branch of medicine that deals with the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of mental disorders, emphasizing the psychological and emotional aspects of health and illness, and often involving a combination of therapeutic and pharmacologi
💡 While "psychiatric" specifically refers to mental health, it is important not to conflate it with "psychological," which can encompass broader aspects of mental processes and behavior.
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