3D - Role of psychologists, psychiatrists and organisations

Question 1

What is diagnosis?

Answer 1

Figuring out what illness or disorder someone has by checking their symptoms and test results.

Question 2

What is a psychologist?

Answer 2

🧠 A professional trained in the science of how people think, feel and behave.
🎓 6+ years of uni and training (sometimes 8).
🧩 Helps with mental health, learning, and behavior.
🚫 Treats conditions but can’t give medicine.
✅ No referral needed.

Question 3

What is a Psychiatrist?

Answer 3

🧠 A qualified medical doctor with extra training in mental illness.
🎓 11–12+ years of study.
🧩 Diagnoses complex disorders like schizophrenia.
💊 Can prescribe medicine and therapy.
📄 Needs GP referral