Psychiatric

usgb/ˌsaɪkiˈætrɪk/
adjective

Related to the study or treatment of mental illness.

The patient was taken to a psychiatric hospital for treatment.
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Often appears as...

  • psychiatric hospital
  • psychiatric treatment

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Specialized Term

Used mostly by medical professionals, it may not be understood in casual conversation.

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She has a psychiatric appointment next week.
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Sensitive Subject

Discussing psychiatric issues requires sensitivity, as it involves personal mental health.

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He specializes in psychiatric care for depression.
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Not Interchangeable

'Psychiatric' refers to a medical context and shouldn't be confused with 'psychological', which is broader.

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Psychiatric conditions are treated by psychiatrists, not psychologists.
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