Question

Which describes a clinical psychologist? A. specialist in diagnosing and treating mental disorders who can prescribe medication B. specialist working primarily with the family members of someone in psychiatric care C. specialist who studies behavior and emotions, but cant prescribe medication

Answer 1

A clinical psychologist is a C. specialist who studies behavior and emotions, but can't prescribe medication.

A clinical psychologist 1) assesses a patient, 2) diagnose the patients' disorders and, 3) recommend possible treatment.

Possible treatments are undergoing family therapy, group therapy, behavioral therapy, and hypnotherapy. However, when there is a need to prescribe medication to treat a disorder, the patient is referred to another mental health professional, who can prescribe medication.

Answer 2

C. specialist who studies behavior and emotions, but can't prescribe medication.