What is the difference between pshycologists and psychiatrists?

The main difference between psychologists and psychiatrists is in their education and treatment approach:

Psychologists:- They usually have a PhD or PsyD in psychology. They focus on talk therapy to help people manage mental health issues, such as anxiety or depression. They are not medical doctors, so they cannot prescribe medication (except in a few locations).

Psychiatrists:- They are medical doctors with a degree in psychiatry. They can provide both therapy and prescribe medication to treat mental health conditions, especially more severe issues like Bipolar disorder or schizophrenia.

In short, psychologists focus on therapy, while psychiatrists can offer both therapy and medical treatment.