Posted by JaneB on May 10, 2003, at 15:56:20
In reply to Pdocs » stjames, posted by jack smith on May 8, 2003, at 18:26:22
> > Actually, Pdocs don't receive training on psychology, behavior, ect.
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> Correct me if I am wrong but isn't Pdoc just a generic term for a psychiatrist. ALL psychiatrists have basic training in psychotherapy in med school and/or residency--they just don't necessarily perform it or see any worth in it.
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> If you mean psychopharmacologist, the one I have does have training in psychology and told me, at least, that he was required to perform years of psychotherapy in residency.
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Some pdocs see worth in therapy and even recommend it. They usually refer you to someone they work with.
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