Which of the Following Statements Concerning Psychiatrists Is FALSE? ​

question 2

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements concerning psychiatrists is FALSE? ​

• A)Psychiatrists specialize in the diagnosis and treatment of psychological disorders.
• B)Psychiatrists typically devote less of their time to relatively serious disorders than clinical psychologists.
• C)Psychiatrists frequently emphasize biomedical therapy.
• D)Psychiatrists are physicians and have a medical degree.

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Definitions:

Thanatology

The scientific study of death and the practices associated with it, including the grief process.

Gerontology

Study of the aged and the process of aging.

Geriatrics

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