Asked by Melissa Foley on May 21, 2024

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Which of the following professionals is a medical doctor

A)  a physiological psychologist
B)  a clinical psychologist 
C)  a psychiatrist
D)  a counselling psychologist

Medical Doctor

A trained professional who practices medicine, which involves promoting, maintaining, or restoring health through the study, diagnosis, prognosis, and treatment of disease, injury, and other physical and mental impairments.

Clinical Psychologist

A professional specializing in diagnosing, treating, and preventing mental, emotional, and behavioral disorders through various forms of therapy.

Psychiatrist

A medical doctor specializing in the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of mental health and emotional disorders, capable of prescribing medication.

  • Comprehend the professional and scientific aspects of psychology and how they apply to everyday life and societal challenges.
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Desta BulanMay 26, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
A medical doctor is someone who has completed medical school and holds a Doctor of Medicine (MD) degree. Out of the options given, only a psychiatrist is a medical doctor who can prescribe medication and provide medical treatment for mental health conditions. A physiological psychologist and a clinical psychologist have doctoral degrees in psychology but are not medical doctors. A counselling psychologist also has a doctoral degree in psychology but may provide therapy for different issues and do not prescribe medication.