Psychiatry
*Currently available at Edinburgh only (child and adolescent).
Psychiatry
*Currently available at Edinburgh only (child and adolescent).
What Can A Psychiatrist Help With?
A Psychiatrist is a medical doctor who has additional expertise in mental health. Due to their training and qualifications, they have expert understanding of the interaction between physical and mental health. They are skilled in the assessment of both physical and mental symptoms, making diagnoses and formulating treatment and management plans. As part of their work, they can offer advice about the management of a mental health condition and prescribe medications (if indicated).
Our Psychiatrists can provide expert assessment for both children and adults, identifying and diagnosing the following difficulties (geographical variance in services may apply).
ADHD
Mental health problems (e.g. depression, anxiety)
Autistic Spectrum Disorder (team diagnosis approach)
