Psychiatry
Psychiatrists are medical practitioners in the area of mental health who assess and treat mental illnesses through a combination of psychotherapy, psychoanalysis, hospitalization, and medication.
Psychotherapy involves regular discussions with patients about their problems, the psychiatrist helps them find solutions through changes in their behavioral patterns, the exploration of their past experiences, or group and family therapy sessions.
Psychoanalysis involves long-term psychotherapy and counseling for patients. In many cases, medications are administered to correct chemical imbalances that cause emotional problems.