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  • David Thompson
    200 Points
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    David Thompson

    David Thompson, MD
    6900 NW 9th Blvd
    Gainesville, FL 32605
    David Thompson practices as a Psychiatrist in Gainesville, FL.
  • Almari Ginory 100 Points
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    Almari Ginory

    Almari Ginory
    810 NW 16th Ave
    Gainesville, FL 32601
    Almari Ginory practices as a Psychiatrist in Gainesville, FL.
  • Elayne Cassisi, MD 110 Points

    Elayne Cassisi, MD

    3105 SW 5th Ct
    Gainesville, FL 32601
  • Eve Hershberger, DO, MD 100 Points

    Eve Hershberger, DO, MD

    1203 Nw 12th Ave
    Gainesville, FL 32601
  • Jose Llinas, MD 100 Points

    Jose Llinas, MD

    Shands Healthcare At Agh
    801 SW 2nd Ave
    Gainesville, FL 32601
  • Robert Stetson, MD 100 Points

    Robert Stetson, MD

    801 SW 2nd Ave
    Gainesville, FL 32601

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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