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Question 1 • LHS-Psychology (1 cr.)

Unlike the majority of psychologists, psychiatrists __________.

Answer
A
can diagnose disorders
B
use psychotherapy
C
treat people with disorders
D
prescribe medication

Explanation

Psychiatrists are medical doctors, so they can prescribe medication. Psychologists may diagnose disorders, use psychotherapy, and treat people with disorders, but most are not physicians and generally cannot prescribe medication. Therefore, “prescribe medication” is the distinguishing choice.

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