Psychiatry is a medical specialty that focuses on the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of mental, emotional, and behavioral disorders. Psychiatrists are medical doctors who specialize in psychiatry and are trained to assess and treat individuals with mental health conditions.
Psychiatrists can further specialize in specific areas within the field of psychiatry. Some examples of subspecialties include child and adolescent psychiatry, geriatric psychiatry, addiction psychiatry, forensic psychiatry, and neuropsychiatry. These subspecialties require additional training and expertise to address the specific mental health needs of particular populations or conditions.
Collaborative care between psychiatrists and other mental health professionals is often recommended for comprehensive treatment.