When to go to a psychiatrist?
A visit to a psychiatrist is advisable when mental problems arise that impede daily functioning. These include, for example: apathy, chronic stress, panic attacks, sleep disorders, eating disorders, depressive states.
What diseases does a psychiatrist treat?
A psychiatrist diagnoses and treats, among others:
- depression,
- anxiety disorders,
- insomnia,
- bipolar affective disorder,
- personality disorders,
- schizophrenia,
- eating disorders,
- post-traumatic stress disorder.
What does the first visit to a psychiatrist look like?
A visit to a psychiatrist may consist of the following:
- medical history,
- general assessment of mental health,
- diagnostic tests,
- tests to assess memory functioning and psychomotor performance,
- establishment of a treatment plan and prescription of medication,
- qualification for inpatient treatment,
- issuance of opinions, conclusions, certificates,
- issuance of sick leave.