About

Psychiatrists examine and deal with patients with mental, addictive, cognitive, perception-associated and emotional issues of every kind like psychotic disorders (which include schizophrenia), temper issues (which include scientific depression, bipolar disorder), tension or character issues, neuropsychiatric signs etc. Psychiatrists offer extensive every day remedy to such patients, which might also additionally include electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) or transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) when appropriate.

Education

High School

Physics, Chemistry, Biology

Bachelor's

MBBS

Master's

MD in Psychiatry

Skills Required

Empathy
Flexibility
Patience
Judgement

Job Prospects

  • Psychiatrists
  • Clinical psychologists
  • Counselors
  • Psychiatric social workers
  • Psychiatric nurses

Salary / Annum

1,200,000

Fresher

2,400,000

Average

4,800,000

Experienced

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Jobs Outlook

  • The demand for psychiatrists is expected to grow at a rate faster than the average. The increased demand for health care professionals as well as the increased awareness of mental health issues is expected to spur the demand for highly skilled psychiatrists.
  • The Psychiatrist can work according to their personal preference and area of sub-specialization. They can work with the private, public & government clinics & hospitals. Psychiatrists can seek employment in regular hospitals as well as in mental hospitals.

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