Yes, but they cannot prescribe medication.
Absolutely, if you are able to complete the training.
yes, many have and been very successful
Research psychologists study the cause of manic depression.
neurotransmitters and depression
They diagnose and treat people experiencing behavior and emotional problems.
That is hard to diagnose without specific symptoms
CLINICAL
It depends on what sub-field the psychologist is in. The most common field is clinical psychology. Clinical psychologists diagnose and treat people with psychological disorders, such as depression and schizophrenia.
Psychologists use the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM) published by the American Psychiatric Association to diagnose and classify abnormal behavior. The International Classification of Diseases (ICD) also provides a classification system for mental disorders.
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Psychologists are concerned with human biology because it contributes to a human's mental state. Weight is one example of a biological characteristic that leads to depression.
I think that any physician can diagnose depression even your general practioner. They may refer you to a psychologist if they think your depression is really bad.
Although many people suffer from depression, it can be cured through seeking out a qualified medical professional. These qualified professionals include psychiatrist, psychologists, and therapist.
A depression test is a screener that can help diagnose whether someone is depressed. Usually it takes the form of a questionnaire in which the patient rates how he has felt recently.