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Psychiatrists

Verb / sʌˈkaɪʌtrʌsts / Another word for psychiatrists — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Psychiatrists are medical doctors who specialize in mental health. They diagnose and treat mental illnesses and disorders.

Synonyms & similar words

psychiatrist shrink headshrinker Psychologists Therapists Counselors Shrinks Analysts Healers Headshrinkers Psychotherapists Psychoanalysts Neurologists

Synonyms by register

Formal

psychotherapist mental health professional psychoanalyst clinician

Informal

shrink head doctor brain doctor

Antonyms

layperson general practitioner family doctor non-specialist therapist counselor

Common collocations

  • consult a psychiatrist
  • see a psychiatrist
  • child psychiatrist
  • forensic psychiatrist
  • clinical psychiatrist
  • private psychiatrist
  • consulting psychiatrist

Word family

noun psychiatry
adjective psychiatric

Usage note

While 'shrink' is a common informal term, it can sometimes be perceived as dismissive or pejorative. Psychiatrists are medical doctors specializing in mental health.

Example sentences

  1. The Psychiatrists helped me when I was feeling anxious.
  2. My friend's mom is a Psychiatrist and she helps people with their feelings.
  3. The Psychiatrists at the clinic work hard to help their patients.
  4. Psychiatrists can prescribe medicine to help people with mental health issues.
  5. After talking to the Psychiatrist, I felt much better about my depression.

Quotes

  • The role of the Psychiatrist is to help people get better. - Jeffrey Lieberman
  • A good Psychiatrist is a good listener and a good diagnostician. - Irvin D. Yalom
  • Psychiatrists are doctors who specialize in the soul. - Frank Pittman

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