Psychiatrist

Duties and Responsibilities:

Physicians who diagnose, treat, and help prevent disorders of the mind. Prescribe, direct, or administer psychotherapeutic treatments or medications to treat mental, emotional, or behavioral disorders.

Salary: total pay- $100,387 - $273,020

Education:

Four years of residency training. Students enter graduate medical programs should strive for a high GPA. Common courses include: Biology, Physics, Chemistry, Advanced mathematics

Demand for this profession:

Verbal and written communication, leadership, organizational, problem solving, empathy, patience, interpersonal skills, good bedside manner; knowledge of human anatomy, especially that of the brain

Reflection: Do you think you would like to be one? Why? Why not?

I would like to be one. Reason is i could help people manage their emotions. Also help other people if they have problems. I could use these skills on my family if they are having a rough time.