Which of the Following Is an Important Distinction Between a Psychiatrist

question 52

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is an important distinction between a psychiatrist and a psychologist?

• A) Unlike a psychiatrist, a psychologist cannot prescribe medication.
• B) Unlike a psychiatrist, a psychologist has a medical degree.
• C) Unlike a psychiatrist, a psychologist has an undergraduate degree.
• D) Unlike a psychiatrist, a psychologist must spend 3 to 4 years as a resident physician.

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Definitions:

Myelination

The process of forming a myelin sheath around the nerve fibers to increase the speed at which information travels from nerve to nerve.

Neural Communication

The process by which nerve cells (neurons) transmit signals to each other and to other types of cells throughout the nervous system.

Synaptic Pruning

The process by which extra neurons and synaptic connections are eliminated in order to increase the efficiency of neuronal transmissions in the brain.

Growth Stunting

A condition characterized by inadequate growth in children, typically due to chronic malnutrition or repeated infections.