Confusion between Psychology & Psychiatry
Psychology broadly refers to an in-depth analysis of behavior with relevance to different life situations, be it human or even animal behavior. A parallel field, namely Psychiatry deals with issues of a similar nature concerning similar sections of the population.
So how different is Psychology from Psychiatry? Is it really different or are they the same courses with different names?
Difference in Curriculum;
Study/Training;
- Ø Psychologist: – M.A./M.Sc [Psychology]
Eligibility:- BA [Psychology]/Graduation in any stream.
- Ø Psychiatrist: – MBBS & Post-Graduate Diploma in Psychiatry.
Eligibility:- 10+2 [PCB]
Difference with regard to treatment methodology;
- Ø Psychologists:- Involve majorly in counselling & psychotherapy
Includes verbal interactions & assessment.
- Ø Psychiatrists:- Involve majorly … Continue Reading
The world of work has been ever dynamic with the rising number of specializations in each profession. Though on one front this is a positive trend yet it brings along a tag of uncertainty and confusion among the young minds.


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