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Mental health professionals such as psychiatrists, psychologists, and social workers can help people cope with depression. What do psychiatrists do?
A.
They study behavior and emotions and practice psychotherapy with individuals or groups, but they cannot prescribe medications.
B.
They work with family members of someone being treated for mental health conditions, and may also work as individual or group counselors.
C.
They diagnose and treat mental health conditions by conducting exams, ordering and interpreting tests, and prescribing medications.
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The answer is C. because Psychiatrists prescribe medication and treat mental disorders based on diagnostics and evaluations.
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