Hey, Dr. Im 39. Last night I decided I want to be a psychiatrist. I don't really care how old I'll be when I finish lol. I work as a stationary engineer now and make a good salary, but I'm not doing the same job my whole life and after reading a few books (about a bit of everything) Psychiatry is my calling. I'd like for you to be my beacon and confidant. You have pleasant energy. I trust what you are saying.

@DoktoraJackie

2 жыл бұрын

I'm so excited for you & glad you've been able to create a life that has options and fulfills you!

@adrianking7947

2 жыл бұрын

@@DoktoraJackie I'm going to take a few courses to get back into the swing of academics (mainly homework lol) I would like my career to have hints of physics, artificial intelligence amongst biology and psychology. Am I taking too big a bite?

@DoktoraJackie

2 жыл бұрын

i think it'll be interesting how you combine all of it!

@adrianking7947

2 жыл бұрын

@@DoktoraJackie I kind of see it all as the same thing, manifested in particular ways. Half of my happiness (it's kind of sad, lol) comes from seeing similarities in fields (or subjects) that seemingly are not related. I've made the mind and behaviors the most essential thing to learn, but in my limited knowledge, many things are constructed the same way...just not as complicated.

@adaezenjoku7527

2 жыл бұрын

have you considered being a psychiatric nurse practiciner, it takes. a little less school if you get into an accelerated nursing program (1 .5 years long) and then do a 3 year psychiatric nurse practitioner doctorate. from what i’ve researched psychiatric nurse practitioners and psychiatrist have extremely similar roles.

I’m in 10th grade right now, and I’ve made up my mind to be a psychiatrist… I’m just very lost and unsure as to where I should start as for my high school courses… This video really inspired me :)

@DoktoraJackie

2 жыл бұрын

that's so wonderful to hear!! I would speak to your counselor and see what they recommend so you can get into the pre-medicine program that's right for you :)

@ittopium9535

2 жыл бұрын

@Abigail ooh okay thank you! I was stressing myself over taking AP bio and chem and math, but I guess I won’t need to now. Also, do you suggest taking psychology as a course? I’m also considering taking functions, advanced functions, and calculus since I think 2 grade 12 maths are required

@DoktoraJackie

2 жыл бұрын

the only thing with AP classes that might be nice is that they could count for your college credits! this was very helpful for my non sciences classes

@ittopium9535

2 жыл бұрын

@@DoktoraJackie ooh that actually seems like a good choice then, since I’m not too fond of math maybe it’s a good idea to get that done with during high school

@breianalawrence7388

2 жыл бұрын

Omg same

32 and attending medical school at 34 to be a psychiatrist. Thanks for the inspiration.

@DoktoraJackie

2 жыл бұрын

congratulations !!!!

@Priestobalar

3 ай бұрын

Even when everyone thought there is no cure, I'm still surprised how your medicine cured me @Dr OBALAR. I just pray you stay safe out there everyday because the Genital Herpes patients needs you more than ever. Thank you for coming to my aid, you're a great doctor.

I’m only in eighth grade, but I’d love to be a psychiatrist. I’m dedicated to making a future for myself and helping people as much as possible, so I came here to find out what types of things would be useful.

@DoktoraJackie

2 жыл бұрын

that's an amazing goal! you have plenty of time to figure it out but of course id be so happy if you joined the psychiatry team!

@--000

2 жыл бұрын

me to! good luck

@Scarlet_9508

2 жыл бұрын

@@--000 thank you!

@Scarlet_9508

2 жыл бұрын

@@DoktoraJackie thank you so much!

@Priestobalar

3 ай бұрын

Even when everyone thought there is no cure, I'm still surprised how your medicine cured me @Dr OBALAR. I just pray you stay safe out there everyday because the Genital Herpes patients needs you more than ever. Thank you for coming to my aid, you're a great doctor.

Thank you Dr. Jackie for the great advice! Yes, Stigma is a big one. Somehow people believe it's okay to see a dentist when we have toothaches but don't need to see a psychiatrist when our hearts are broken. Giving additional trauma to people who are already struggling with traumas.

@DoktoraJackie

2 жыл бұрын

100%! we have a ways to go to acknowledge that it exists

@Priestobalar

3 ай бұрын

Even when everyone thought there is no cure, I'm still surprised how your medicine cured me @Dr OBALAR. I just pray you stay safe out there everyday because the Genital Herpes patients needs you more than ever. Thank you for coming to my aid, you're a great doctor.

Future psychiatrist here, more so interested in either holistic care or pain subspeciality. There are not a lot of psychiatry content on KZread but I’m glad I stumbled upon yours. Subscribed! Looking forward to what you showcase to your audience. ✨ Ps. You’re very well soft-spoken. I could listen to you all day! 🧡

@DoktoraJackie

3 жыл бұрын

That’s awesome! Glad you stumbled upon our little team here. It’s growing faster than expected and I’m realizing what a great community we can have! Pain and/or substance specialists are much needed!!

@Priestobalar

3 ай бұрын

Even when everyone thought there is no cure, I'm still surprised how your medicine cured me @Dr OBALAR. I just pray you stay safe out there everyday because the Genital Herpes patients needs you more than ever. Thank you for coming to my aid, you're a great doctor.

I have SO much respect for people who work with children. I worked in childcare briefly and am on the path to be a psychiatrist but not under the child specialty haha. Thank you so much for this and the genuineness!

@DoktoraJackie

2 жыл бұрын

thank you so much!!! we need psychiatrists for all ages!

I am in 10th grade going in 11th soon and I always wanted to pursue a medical field further ever since I was in middle school and I wanted to go for a surgeon but it was too overwhelming and I could not make my mind upon but I gave up that idea in 8th grade and I was in a bad mental state with regards to academics and personal issues due to which I consulted a psychiatrist from an online meeting and she made me feel so comfortable and warm even tho I never had met her just the thought of her understanding me gave me a sense of relief and now since that day forward I've always looked up to becoming a psychiatrist and I have made up my mind for over a year now and I will be determined and focused on accomplishing that goal , I want to become a psychiatrist and you giving us such prior idea and letting us know about such details makes me really joyful , may god bless you miss dr.

Very insightful and heartfelt video. Much appreciated. You’re very articulate and thoughtful. I’m a third year med student trying to decide whether to bite the bullet on Psych before residency apps next year! Subscribed

@DoktoraJackie

2 жыл бұрын

welcome to the team!! I didnt decide on psych until my third year rotations partly because I didn't really know what it was and when I experienced it, I had to put away all my assumptions about it and that i had my heart set on pediatrics for my entire life. we each have our own journey and I'm hopeful you'll figure yours out too!

Im preparing for step 1. I often think about that when I get through these exams ill get into Psychiatry. Just subscribed to your channel.

@DoktoraJackie

3 жыл бұрын

Welcome to the team! Very excited for when it’s behind you and all your hard work pays off 👏🎉

My wife recently told me to look into this since I love helping people so much. I'm the type of person who wants your to be better for you. And whoever else is with you but mainly for your health convincing someone their worth every second of life just makes me happen when you see the smile and progression

@DoktoraJackie

2 жыл бұрын

that is amazing!! thank you!

If/when I finally go see a psychologist or psychiatrist I fully understand I am responsible for “fixing” myself. They are there to help and guide me and I will trust them even if the results are not exactly what I hoped for. Even though people are struggling, all you can do is try to help and that’s noble in itself. 🙂

Wow, this is the first time I heard of countertransference, and how important it is, really! Thankfully, I have something new that I learned today - thank you very much Doktora Jackie~ ❤️

@DoktoraJackie

2 жыл бұрын

glad you enjoyed it! thank you for watching

I am so inspired by psychiatrists! Thank you for this video, its my dream to help people to Chance their mindset and metal health 💕

@DoktoraJackie

2 жыл бұрын

that's so wonderful!! welcome to the team :)

22-years old, took the last 3-4 years of my life to enable myself to trade full-time. I'm living in a comfortable place & steadily progressing. However, I've come to realize and appreciate just how valuable having an education is. I want to be known for something more and push the limits of my capabilities. I'm still young and don't want to settle my scope of knowledge here. I want to understand the complexity of something that I'm very passionate about as someone who's suffered mental health for a very long time; supporting the vision of becoming more than who I am now. My journey begins 🙏 thank you for this video.

Thank you so much for this! I am a 2nd year Med student in the Philippines aiming to be a psychiatrist in the future. My best wishes for your continuous success!

@DoktoraJackie

2 жыл бұрын

you're so welcome!! i'm so glad it was helpful :)

Hi Doc! I just wanna say, I love your videos. They're really educating. Appreciate you! Take care and God bless.

@DoktoraJackie

3 жыл бұрын

+Jijai Llamera I appreciate you! Thank you!

you have a beautiful voice, its so soothing and calm. i feel like you were a really helpful to your pts. thank you for the vid!

@DoktoraJackie

2 жыл бұрын

i'm so glad you felt it was helpful!!! 🌸 welcome to the team!!

@bab00n15

2 жыл бұрын

@@DoktoraJackie applying to pysch this cycle wish me luck!

@DoktoraJackie

2 жыл бұрын

you'll do great!!

I’m applying broadly to psychiatry programs this year. Great content, thanks for sharing doctor : )

@DoktoraJackie

2 жыл бұрын

best of luck!!!

Thank you Dr Jackie for sharing your experience. I wish I could have been a soft speaker and having patience to listen to my patients. I am also a medical doctor. Ever since my pre med course, I would want to become a psychiatrist someday. Early this year I entered Psychiatry Residency in a government medical center in our country. Yet I quit residency because my past traumas resurfaced. During my ER duty I experienced a passive aggressive approach of my senior doctors to the point I lose myself on the process. From that day on I was suffering from severe anxiety and having thoughts of suicide. I know to myself that I need help. I resigned on my job and seek consult of another psychiatrist and I started to take SSRI and anxiolytics. I hope one day I could go back to Psychiatry. But I received a job opportunity in Canada as a nurse and I accepted that offer. It would take me 3 years to finish my contract as a nurse before I could go back to serve my purpose, to become a Psychiatrist to help people suffering from mental problems

@DoktoraJackie

11 ай бұрын

i'm so sorry for what you experienced and thank you for sharing. i hope you found something in my videos motivating! please feel free to come back and update us on your journey if that helps!

wow another great information that for sure will help lots and lots of aspirants :) proud of you cousin :)

@DoktoraJackie

3 жыл бұрын

Thank youuuu!!!

I am in 9th grade now today at this moment I have decided to become a therapist maybe 12 years I'll come back here in this video and tell you guys I've succeed to become one I won't give up I'll have my mental and emotional spirit ready I love giving people advices and using words to help a person giving meaning that words can really be enough not only to wise people but also to people with severe health issues.

@emmysrandomcrafts

2 ай бұрын

How’s it going?

Thanks for taking the time to make this video.

@DoktoraJackie

2 жыл бұрын

thank you for taking the time to watch it!

This video is a goldmine!!!!! Thank you

@DoktoraJackie

2 жыл бұрын

thank you!!

What a beautiful and intelligent women, your insight is appreciated doctor! I worked as a Hospital Corpsman (navy medic) in an inpatient mental health unit for about half of my 6 years in the military. There is nothing in this life I'd rather do.

@DoktoraJackie

2 жыл бұрын

thank you for your service!

Thank you so much for this video!!!

@DoktoraJackie

2 жыл бұрын

thank you for watching! i'm glad you found it helpful!

I'm currently going into the 9th grade ( I'm 14) and this really comforted me. I know my dream job is a psychiatrist and I'm glad that I came across this video. :)

@DoktoraJackie

Жыл бұрын

so glad it was helpful!

3rd year medical student here, considering psychiatry! These videos are super helpful so far :)

@DoktoraJackie

Жыл бұрын

that's so exciting!! glad they're helpful :) let me know if there are any other questions you have

Hello! I'm about to go into freshman year in high school and I am strongly considering getting into psychiatry, especially when it comes to working with children and adolescents. I have anxiety and I tend to have high expectations for myself so this video helped me! I hope to go into high school and start working towards what I want to be! Thank you for this!

@DoktoraJackie

11 ай бұрын

that's amazing!! congrats! very excited for you :)

@storiartest

11 ай бұрын

@@DoktoraJackie thank you! You are very kind!

i'm in 8th grade now and i've been wanting to be a psychiatrist someday for a couple years, this video really helped me learn about the career. thanks so much . ❤️

@DoktoraJackie

2 жыл бұрын

i'm so glad it's helpful!!

Very well said.

@DoktoraJackie

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you Dr I!

I'm at the end of grade 10 which means I have 2 years left till Uni. I want to become a psychiatrist and I'm well aware that it's not going to be easy so I've been doing a bit of research. I found out there are many different branches under psychiatry (literally in a video before this) and I have a lot of thinking to do. You are so well-spoken and you made things easy to understand. I'll look forward to going on this journey with your channel! My parents don't want ne to do psychiatry but it fine. I'll do it anyway

@DoktoraJackie

2 жыл бұрын

i'm very excited for you because I can see you're passionate about psychiatry! Congrats & welcome to the team!!

@rue1162

2 жыл бұрын

@@DoktoraJackie thank you!

@anysiashante7789

2 жыл бұрын

May I ask why they don’t want you to become a psychiatrist

39 yr old here and will be finishing my Psych Bachelors soon then taking the MCAT then med school. I’m excited! I’m also scared but overall very happy!

@DoktoraJackie

Жыл бұрын

🎉 congratulations!!!

Thank u doctor for the information

@DoktoraJackie

3 жыл бұрын

you're so welcome!!

this is interesting. all the psychiatrists i'm aware of schedule patients out months in advance and only see a patient for a few minutes solely to prescribe their medication.

@DoktoraJackie

2 жыл бұрын

that's so unfortunate! i would struggle working in the system you're describing

This is what I desire to do.

@Priestobalar

3 ай бұрын

Even when everyone thought there is no cure, I'm still surprised how your medicine cured me @Dr OBALAR. I just pray you stay safe out there everyday because the Genital Herpes patients needs you more than ever. Thank you for coming to my aid, you're a great doctor.

I'm currently a business student in highschool, going to be a senior in a couple of months. I've got Accountancy, Business Studies and Economics with Psychology as my subjects and I've always been interested in psychology and helping people out. I've pretty much always been the 'therapist friend' and because I've studied a lot on psychology, I try to help them out with the knowledge I have, of course not diagnosing anything on them, but if I see patterns or symptoms, suggesting them to get checked just in case. [Turns out one of the two friends I asked to get checked did infact go and it turns out that he suffers with Bipolar Disorder I, Attachment Issues and Severe Anxiety Disorder. He goes to professional help now, but still asks me to help him out since he's closer to me than to a therapist, so I do what I can and listen] So seeing this, I practically have no knowledge with Biology, Physics and Chemistry since after 10th grade. I'm already aware getting into med school is gonna be a bit more challenging for me, considering I'm not the typical traditional aspiring med student but I'm gonna make it work nonetheless. Any advice on how I could make the process better?

@DoktoraJackie

Жыл бұрын

Hi Keiskeez! noticing patterns is a great skill and so glad you encouraged and supported your friend in getting professional help!!! bravo!!! The thing about our careers is that we find it when we find it and I think finding mentors and reaching out to as many pre-med/medical students you possibly can to ask about their application process and experience will be the best thing.

Thinking of pursuing psychiatry in the future. Currently in 10th grade and I feel quite immature for my age so I’m nervous about my future and education.

@DoktoraJackie

2 жыл бұрын

what's nice is that you don't need to figure it out until medical school!

Hello Dr Jackie, Thanks so much for the efforts you put in your channel. It's my first time watching you and I know it won't be the last time. I'm a psychiatry resident and I've been feeling this counter transference stigma that you've mentioned in the last part of the video .. I feel like I'm missing the feeling I had when I had rotations like in surgery, and sometimes I feel like have I decided wrong when I chose psychiatry?! but everything else is good in my job, but sometimes I feel I'm not satisfied or I don't do something big in my patient's life, I'm not worthy enough as a doctor. What's your advice for me to overcome this feeling? I've been a resident for one year only.

@DoktoraJackie

Жыл бұрын

that is definitely burnout creeping in and I wonder if it's because we are feeling frustrated with what we perceive as a lack of progress on your patients side? Progress doesn't always look so linear and definitely doesn't happen as quickly as we would like always...doesn't mean that it's not meaningful or happening!

@EnglishOmnia

Жыл бұрын

@@DoktoraJackie Thank you so much for sharing this view, I'll try to see it that way

Hello, dr Jackie, thank you for the video. I am 25 and thinking to pursue the psychiatry career, Im starting preparing to go to medschool. Im very aware of the greatness of the comittment to choosing this path and I think I would be satisfied being a psychiatrists, Im just wondering about becoming overworked. I suffer from ADHD and it makes it very difficult to work more than 40hours/ weak, let alone the 40 can already be a challenge. My mom is a doctor (pediatrician and paliative medicine) and unfortunately the only thing I remember of her is that she is EXHAUSTED at home- all the time. I think she has ADHD too, because of many things but one f.ex is that you get hyperfocused doing work that interests you and then you are unable to do any other mundane things, like cooking a meal everyday. Im very afraid of coping my mothers lifestyle because I see how a sustainable daily routine is absolutely crucial for me to stay happy and energized. I think this awareness is on my advantage, but I still am not sure if the doctors' work/life in general conditions wont make my plans for a balanced life fail. I want to be a psychiatrist but I also want a life outside of being a doctor- to spend time on my own, with family, do some art- do you think that's possible? Im from Poland btw :)

@DoktoraJackie

2 жыл бұрын

i agree that seeing how your moms life was really works to your advantage! I'd say at least in America, psychiatry has one of the best work life balance scenarios, definitely in comparison to pediatrics and palliative. I am not going to say it's not busy and medical school and training will be all encompassing for a while until you're finished but life as an attending can be adjusted to meet your needs largely by determining which setting you want to work in (academic vs private or outpatient vs consults or inpatient), etc. thank you for your thoughtful question!

@martasw8885

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for the response, Have a good day! :)

Pgy2 psych resident. Thinking about switching residencies, maybe to IM. Just a number of things about psych that bother me. I still enjoy it, but def having regrets

@DoktoraJackie

2 жыл бұрын

it's definitely not for everyone! I hope you find the specialty that's right for you

Thank you for sharing your experience. I want to go into psychiatrist. It’s a passion of mine to help people. But the job kinda scares me a little 😅

@DoktoraJackie

11 ай бұрын

haha the job scares all of us for different reasons! maybe the better word to describe it for me can be intimidating sometimes :)

wow this is helpful. ty

@DoktoraJackie

2 жыл бұрын

i'm so glad! thank you for watching!

I’m a bit late, but I’m entering my freshmen year in august, and I have discovered I’m very passionate about the human brain, medicine, the biology behind mental illness, psychology, etc. i personally have struggled with mental illness, as I have diagnosed ADHD, OCD, social anxiety, as well as I recently started recovering and survived one of my lowest points relating to depression. I also am in the process of treating potential personality disorders and/or symptoms of bipolar depression. I want to help people, and be the person I never had but always needed. I am only 14 years old but still I have developed strong opinions and dreams. I am definetely not a straight A student, I just recently started bringing my middle school grades to Cs and Bs, as I was mostly failing previously. However, we took one class that counted for a highschool credit and towards our GPA and ended up getting over 100% in the class. I feel as I can get the grades up when I know it will count towards my passions. Still, I’m very confused what and what not to do to benefit this. I’ve always wanted to attend NYU, but I’m not sure what classes to take, majors/minors to look into, extracurricular activities to improve my application, etc. Do you have any advice?

@DoktoraJackie

2 жыл бұрын

you're not late at all in deciding about what your career is. next steps would be to meet with an academic counselor and ensure that you're setup to complete classes that meet the medical school application requirements. See what types of clubs are offered and check out a few meetings before you commit.

@jaylathompson153

2 жыл бұрын

@@DoktoraJackie thank you so much! You’re videos have helped me tremendously.

@DoktoraJackie

2 жыл бұрын

i'm so glad they've been helpful!!!

Would you please do a video about “how shall a patient prepare for an appointment with a psychiatrist “

@DoktoraJackie

2 жыл бұрын

interesting question!! perhaps a video on what a psychiatrist should ask during the first appointment would be helpful for both patients and those interested in the profession

currently at 12th grade and my college life is right around the corner i am stuck between being a nurse or psychiatrist. Psychiatrist have been my dream since 8th grade,the nursing thing came across my mind when i entered senior high thinking just about the money. But i am not that confident about being a nurse, i am not that good at science ( even if psych is science) its just that i have less advantage if i enter nursing while i have an advantage if i enter psych. I like reading books also talking to people deeply or not, i am also curious about how our brain works so i think taking psyc is good for me. My family is kinda taken back whenever i said that i want to be a psychiatrist "Is that job even indemand?" so im still stuck. But thank you this helps me a lot!

@DoktoraJackie

Жыл бұрын

Wow! the job is definitely in demand!! I think that's a tough decision choosing between nursing and psychiatry. Psychiatry will require science classes also in order to get into medical school but I often respond telling people that school is more about learning how to learn & how to take the exams!

Future doctor here, I am deciding whether to be an Audiologist or Psychiatrist. They both are interesting fields of study, I just haven't decided which one I like more.

@DoktoraJackie

2 жыл бұрын

congrats on narrowing it down! either field would be lucky to have you

I wish I had known!

I am 25 years old and I just about to get my Associates degree in social work. I would like to continue my schooling to get a bachelor's in social work and psychology. After, that my ultimate goal would be to become a psychiatrist.

@DoktoraJackie

2 жыл бұрын

that's amazing!! congratulations!

hey dr jackie ! this video is great. ill be in the 11th grade this fall and im pretty sure i want to pursue psychiatry. ive always had a liking for biology+physiology too and found it pretty interesting so hopefully the premed parts of the process wont be too overbearing. i started off with an interest in the field of finance and psychology and i do find myself shifting from time to time because of the lesser number of years of commitment. Nevertheless I usually settle upon psychiatry because it cultivates two of my interests and id feel like im making better use of my potential - also the higher pay haha! what outlook would you recommend to have? ps. your voice is super calming:)

@DoktoraJackie

2 жыл бұрын

thank you for watching! i'd say that you have plenty of time to figure it out! even if you're interested in psychiatry upon entering medical school, you have a couple years before deciding on which specialty you're interested in. I was convinced I'd choose pediatrics but ended up not doing that! so in terms of mindset, open mindedness is the best :)

I’d love to become a psychiatrist. But my fear is the cost of medical school. I’m not sure I’ll be able to afford it. And if I can, I don’t want to be stuck in loans. Also, I don’t know if I’ll get accepted, it takes more than good grades to get into medical school now.

@DoktoraJackie

2 жыл бұрын

it definitely does and it has to be right for you! i think medical school in general has to be the main thing you picture doing in your life because it's not a short or cheap option. I'd still say tho that mostly everyone takes out loans and it works out.

Please next time add captions too .By the way amazing video ..my dream is also to become a psychatrist 😊

@DoktoraJackie

2 жыл бұрын

thank you for the feedback!!! i'm very excited for you to join the psychiatry team :)

It's not easy yk to pursue a career in pychiatry..first of all,Med is no joke..it requires a lot of time in your studies and most importantly consistency.. i request you to share your routine when u had thought you'd pursue in medical.. but i believe that one day being a pychiatrist,i would be seeing this text of 16 year old me.

@DoktoraJackie

2 жыл бұрын

oh wow a routine...I think I honestly was trying to just do as well on my exams as I possibly could but I was also doing many extracurriculars and worked a few jobs. I think you're right when it comes to consistency!

I wish I would have known that MAOIs are pretty much the only agents that *really* work for depression/anxiety.... (although TCAs and Fluoxetine can help but generally require augmentation)....

@DoktoraJackie

2 жыл бұрын

hi! it truly is case by case but we have quite a wider amount of evidence for SSRIs and SNRIs with of course depression and anxiety symptoms showing in many different diagnostic categories. MAOis are not typically prescribed anymore given the many side effects and drug drug interactions

Being a psychiatrist has always been at the back of my mind but seemed a bit out of reach. For years, I wanted to be a police officer but a few months ago, my now-ex boyfriend who was also an officer at the time and a USMC vet who went to Afghanistan twice snapped and pulled his gun on me. It later turned in to him holding me hostage in our house. Now, I don't think I could handle having a gun pointed at me again so I'm looking for other career options. As of right now, I'm really interested in helping officers, veterans, and DV survivors with PTSD. The only thing I'm worried about now is the time and money it's going to require to get there.

@DoktoraJackie

2 жыл бұрын

if that is what you end up deciding, there is a huge need for providers to care for veterans! :)

Where can i have the background music you have here cause it's giving me life 🙏💛

@DoktoraJackie

2 жыл бұрын

hi!! you can find it on apple or spotify under Albert Chua. I think it might be from the album "Songs to Sleep to" for the music during the majority of the video! It is the band Quality Living for the outro music!

Hey Dr. J! I've been on the fence about choosing between Clinical Psychology or Psychiatry, my primary focus is Psychotherapy with the option of research. Now, you might be saying "Pick psychologist :)" but the thing is, for my research interests and interest in practice is the still developing field of hallucinogenic therapies and researching other ways we can use them to promote openness, plasticity, memory, learning, etc (all the mental health benefits we've recently discovered) but alas!!! a psychologist can't prescribe medication or hold clinical research with them if I recall. The current pioneers in the field ARE in psychiatry though, yet the argument with the FDA is that who should be allowed to work with these substances needs to drastically loosen to Psychologists and physicians, which gives me hope.....should I jump into med school and the debt? or look to psychology in hopes of a change and have the possibility to be funded where med school does not.

@DoktoraJackie

2 жыл бұрын

WOW yes I understand the conundrum! I would say you could definitely work on a TEAM that would address the research questions you have regardless of your title. Your interest is very specific and I wonder if medical school plus PhD would be worth it if you aren't interested in clinical work at all. I'd say choose the career option that would give you the most flexibility outside of that specific research niche as well. Do you picture yourself interested in the work of a psychologist or psychiatrist outside of this research question. Perhaps that would help narrow it down for you!

Do you guys also present thesis duriing your residency ? If so, any online resources for interesting thesis ideas ? Wonderful video by the way

@DoktoraJackie

Жыл бұрын

Hi! We do not need to present a formal thesis during residency but usually there are academic requirements such as presenting during journal clubs or grand rounds as well as other research requirements during training. thank you for watching!!

I'm in 8th grade, I'm only interested in the area of being a Psychiatrist, i don't know how to approach the subject first and i definitely don't know what to expect. I wanted to try to see what psychiatry really is, just because i have been touched by a lot of close people whom i want to help. I'm stuck cause i don't think I'll make it with my determination of a 6 year old trying to recreate a magic trick

@DoktoraJackie

2 жыл бұрын

i didn't even find psychiatry until medical school so you have time :)

@ly9269

2 жыл бұрын

Sheeshhh samee!!

Hi Dr. Jackie hope you are well. I just came across your videos and absolutely love them. I recently did my 3rd year psych rotation in a hybrid consultation liaison/ in patient psych at a NY hospital and fell in love with psychiatry. I apply for residency this upcoming cycle and was wondering if there are any mentorship programs you can recommend?

@DoktoraJackie

10 күн бұрын

i would definitely recommend participating in the APA MSR (med student resident) programs and definitely attend the annual conferences if you can

Hi thank you for the informational video. I was wondering if you could give me some advice. I’m a sophomore in college and my major is health science/premed. I’m thinking of pursuing psychiatry but I’m scared that I may not be able to handle med school cause I’m not even doing great in the courses now. But I want to help people feel better about their mental health idk what to do

@DoktoraJackie

2 жыл бұрын

Hi Addie! there are a few things! I wonder if you are using every option for extra help and tutoring available at your school? college is tough and if you made it to sophomore year as a pre-med student, I bet you're pretty smart! Do you have an idea of what's possibly getting in the way of you doing better in your classes?

I’m in high school, I’ve been wanting to become a psychiatrist for a while now but the thing is it takes about 12 years to do so and I don’t know how I’m going to be taking care of myself financially during those years.

@DoktoraJackie

2 жыл бұрын

yes the financial issue is such a big barrier to entering medicine for many. i know most of my colleagues including myself relied heavily on loans and scholarships

@micha-estla6860

2 жыл бұрын

@@DoktoraJackie waw thanks for answering.

I’m trying to decide on psychiatry or psychology but I wanna see both sides before I decide

@DoktoraJackie

2 жыл бұрын

good luck! probably the biggest decision would be whether you want to go to medical school and have prescribing medications part of your job or not. if it's the evaluation and therapy part, you can definitely do this as either a psychiatrist or psychologist

I'm 18, and I just enrolled in university! I'm excited to piece together what my future schooling, career, and general life paths will be, but I feel anxious regarding the difficulty of med-school in relation to my skills and capabilities. I just don't know if it'll be worth it putting all my focus into becoming a psychiatrist, only for it to not work out for me in the end. I feel that, generally, this is something I'd like to pursue, but if I'm not good enough, what else would I have left to do? I guess I'm wondering what exactly made you go full throttle into the psychiatric field?

@DoktoraJackie

Жыл бұрын

you're asking really important questions! I'd say it's definitely not an easy decision or path to take but was worth it for myself. Of course no one can or should make this decision for you so definitely speak to as many ppl who pursue medical school as possible to make sure it's something you are still interested in!

Hi!!!!! I am 31 and getting my bachelors of science in psychology to continue on to medical school to also be a child and adolescent psychiatrist. One of the things I keep going back and forth with myself about is the talk therapy. I really want this aspect but I know that's usually what a therapist does. As a psychiatrist do you still get to have those types of sessions or is it just mainly trying to diagnose and prescribe? I want to be able to help my patients without always having to prescribe. Plus there are the personality disorders that don't have medicinal tx options so do you still have patients who have NPD or Borderline personality disorders and if so how do you help them? I know kids are usually too young to be able to have those types of diagnosis but ive been real in to NPD lately!! Just trying to get a little insight to see where I need to be taking my career path because the talk therapy portion is important to me.

@DoktoraJackie

2 жыл бұрын

Hi Brittanie! Talk therapy is often a luxury when working as a psychiatrist but this usually depends on the setting. If you work private practice or even in academia it will be more likely that you are able to carve out time to carry therapy patients longitudinally :) This is simply unlikely in the emergency room or inpatient setting. Part of being a psychiatrist is knowing when NOT to prescribe. Although not done enough, re evaluating diagnoses and determining whether patients even need to continue their medications should be a discussion that patients and their providers have regularly. in terms of personality disorders, unfortunately they are frequently comorbid with diagnoses that do often benefit from medications so must be considered if necessary. You will also be able to have a deeper understanding of the many ways these conditions can be managed as a psychiatrist, therapy or no therapy. hopefully that's helpful!!

@BigTroubleD

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for asking this. I am currently having this dilemma as well which is why I’m debating on Psychologist v. psychiatrist. But I love her answer. I genuinely love psychology and how amazing therapy and education on mental health can turn someone’s life around. It’s personally touched my life and changed it for the better.

Hi Dr. Jackie, I am 35 and planing to change my career to something relating to psychiatry. I have always been interested in medical school, but I also am interested in providing therapy in a private practice as well as possibly doing locums tenens (and obtaining a decent salary). Some have suggested to me that Psych NP might be a better route. Do you work with NPs, and can you tell me a bit about how these roles are different? I am willing to dedicate myself to medical school, but I am just looking into what might be the best option. Thank you so much for any advice you have!

@DoktoraJackie

Жыл бұрын

Hi! It seems like you have a very clear route planned. I do work with psych NPs and they typically manage under a supervising psychiatrist. Oftentimes tho given the mental health crisis, the cases they find themselves with especially if not in an academic center might be very complex with inadequate support and supervision which is my biggest concern for mid levels due to high burnout. I'd say the medical training would obviously place you in a better position in terms of medication management however if therapy is truly where your heart is set then prescribing medications actually might stop you from being able to dedicate most of your time to that because of the huge need for prescribers. Salary is good for both options but "good" is of course so subjective and medical school is definitely more expensive than nursing.

hello!! still confused if i should take bs psychology to become a psychiatrist and hopefully I'll be able to make a decision soon :( thank you for this video doktora!

@DoktoraJackie

3 жыл бұрын

hi!! you could get your BS in psychology but just make sure you take all the required pre-med requisites

@Camila_8160

2 жыл бұрын

@@DoktoraJackie what are the pre-med requirements?

@DoktoraJackie

2 жыл бұрын

stay tuned! this will be answered in the next video!

Hiya, I'm finishing up 7th grade right now and I've made up my mind to be a psychiatrist. As struggling with my own mental problems made me want to help others the best I could. If you reccomend any books I could read about the subject I'd highly appreciate it!

@DoktoraJackie

2 жыл бұрын

a recent favorite of mine is called Waiting for an Echo

I'm 13 and I wanna be a psychiatrist when I grow up 🤗🥰

@DoktoraJackie

2 жыл бұрын

so awesome!

I’ve been watching your videos and I love them a lot! I’ve always been into mental health and psychology as I suffer from anxiety myself (and panic attacks, as someone who’s went through this I can confirm that the mistaking a panic attack for a heart attack is accurate 😂). I do have a question though, can psychiatrists also do psychotherapy? I really want to be a psychiatrist and do talk therapy as well as prescribe medications but I’m not sure if psychiatrists can do all that. Thank you! ❤ and keep up with the videos!

@DoktoraJackie

10 ай бұрын

such a common question! I have plenty of colleagues who are psychiatrists who practice a particular type of therapy. If you value it then you can find a job setting that will allow you to do both medications and therapy :)

@agus1dee

10 ай бұрын

@@DoktoraJackie oh okay thank you for the response back! 😄💕

@DoktoraJackie

10 ай бұрын

of course!! best of luck :)

I love the way she hearts/reads almost every comment, It's a sweet thing to do 🌻✨😄 Btw, What subjects do I need to choose to become a Psychiatrist? (I'm in 10th grade)

@DoktoraJackie

2 жыл бұрын

haha i appreciate all of your comments so just wanted to make it known :))) Hi delight bubble! If you're asking for high school, it never hurts to do some AP classes that will count towards your premed bachelors college program. for college, focusing on meeting the prerequisites for the medical schools you are hoping to apply to is the priority and then adding some psychology classes also would be interest and fun but definitely not necessary

@delightbubble

2 жыл бұрын

@@DoktoraJackie Thankyou so much for helping me out and Thankyou so much being a great human being, Keep spreading positivity, I hope you achieve all your dreams, May God bless you 🌻✨😄

Hi!! I really Loved this video very very informative I’m currently 18 years old and soon going into my second year in college . Just wondering if you had course recommendations for an aspiring psychiatrist ? I’ve already taken General Psychology and woah!! It was an information overload.. just wondering if you also had any internship recommendations or like anything that’ll be a help toward getting experience. (Not sure if you need a ton of experience) going into psychiatry.🙂

@emmysrandomcrafts

2 ай бұрын

Second year?! Did you do duel enrollment?

@DoktoraJackie

10 күн бұрын

while in college I would focus on getting as many experiences as possible in leadership and/or volunteering at a nearby hospital! you could even try working as a medical scribe :)

I've worked as a CNA in a few hospitals. I've seen alot during those 3 years. I'm beginning my premed training this year. However, I've heard from others my undergrad degree doesn't matter for med school applications what's your opinion on this ?

@DoktoraJackie

2 жыл бұрын

I'd have to agree it doesn't matter as much as having a well rounded application and just making sure you meet all your premed requirements :)

I want to become a psychiatrist, i hope o will be❤

@DoktoraJackie

2 жыл бұрын

i hope so too!!!

i was going into pharmacy however i switched to Psychiatry beacuse i feel like i wanted more then just helping people buy giving them there drugs. i wanted to understand why and who they where as a human. i dont know but i find Psychiatry so fascinating. (im 21 and im in my last semester of my degree. i was wondering before i go to med school do you know any jobs that are like Psychiatry? a Psychiatry tec or something to do with mental health

@DoktoraJackie

2 жыл бұрын

great question! psych tech is definitely an option that usually wouldn't require significantly more training; they can work in many settings including emergency rooms and inpatient. most other jobs would involve higher education (therapists, counselors)

@noisytoaster

2 жыл бұрын

@@DoktoraJackie thank you!!! this answer helps alot..

I am 15 and I have decided I want to become a psychiatrist and this video helped me a lot thank you. What age do you start med school?

@DoktoraJackie

2 жыл бұрын

hi! so glad it was helpful! you can start med school at any age but the youngest is if you'd enter right after finishing college , so early 20s

Hello! I am currently in my first year of college pursuing psychology. I am still unsure of what path I’d like to take. I have struggles of my own especially with social anxiety. I tend to struggle with speaking clearly when I am under pressure. My face is always beat red, and the thought of being observed while interviewing clients if I decided to pursue psychiatry is very scary. I would love to pursue this career and attend med school after I earn my bachelors, but I have a plethora of issues with social situations. Do you think it would still possible for me to get into this field even with social anxieties?

@DoktoraJackie

Жыл бұрын

100% i know tons of people who have anxiety in medicine. I know it doesn't seem like it but my performance anxiety used to be paralyzing! Take the tiny steps towards what you're passionate about

Hi Dr. Jackie, I have just finished med school and Iam waiting for residency matching. Im torn between choosing psychiatry and internal medicine. I also come from a country where psychiatry are considered below other specialities also extremely stigmatised. I know that's a cave man thinking. Could u tell me about job satisfaction, earning potential, lifestyle of a psychiatrist. Thank you.

@DoktoraJackie

2 жыл бұрын

Hi 5HT!! (such a clever name haha) I wish it was less stigmatized everywhere and I notice that the sense is that it's less archaic to believe this here in the US but it still definitely exists which is disappointing but hoping the movement is going in the positive direction internationally. In terms of job satisfaction, I feel it is more likely a reflection of the system or setting you find yourself working in. Luckily, because the supply is so low and the demand is so high, you do have the option of trying out a job and moving on to bigger and better things more easily than other specialties. Earning potential is also quite varied depending on location and setting. Academia tends to pay the least versus private psychiatry or emergency departments and inpatient psychiatric hospitals. There is also the school setting or those who do mainly procedures like ECT and/or TMS. You can find more information by googling "'average doctor salaries by specialty." Also make a note of how much it has changed through time; for example, pediatrics and psychiatry in more recent years has had boosts in income. I think it is hard to argue that the lifestyle of psychiatry is one of the best amongst all specialties in terms of work-life balance :) Hope that's helpful!

From what I’ve heard it can take from 8-12 years to become one and I’ve wanted to get into the field that works with the minds of people for a while, it started with criminal psychology and I’ve worked my way up to psychiatry, but it seems like I would be nearly middle aged by the time I’m actually a psychiatrist, so is that time frame accurate and if it is, could there be some alternative?

@DoktoraJackie

2 жыл бұрын

Hi! Yes so in the US, it starts in college premed which is four years then medical school which is also four years then residency which is another 3-4 years. if you would like to do a fellowship then you add a year (or two if child psychiatry). most people are in their early 30s when they complete training. there is no other shorter alternative unfortunately if you want to be a psychiatrist. hopefully that's helpful! thank you for your question!

@keandrepeat7164

2 жыл бұрын

@@DoktoraJackie it is very helpful thank you but I don’t know if I still want to do it lol, with the pay grade it seems like it could be worth it but I just don’t see how wasting my whole 20’s in school could be worth it to me

@DoktoraJackie

2 жыл бұрын

agree! it definitely has to be worth it to you. the training and work after is no small thing

@keandrepeat7164

2 жыл бұрын

@@DoktoraJackie yeah, I think I may just do it if I change the way I think toward it, like in residency I can think of it as my job and then think of when I’m officially a psychiatrist as a promotion

@DoktoraJackie

2 жыл бұрын

haha yes that's one way to think about it. you'll likely figure it out during medical school rotations before you get to residency

So I'm in 8th grade currently. At my school I got recommended to take college classes next year at the college. So if I'm doing early college while I'm still in high school (while earning credits for both) I could maybe graduate early, and have only 2 years left of college. If that's the case, would I have to wait that long to become a psychiatrist? I know most people are around 30, but since I'm getting an 'early start' would I be kind of young when I start? Like 20's?

@DoktoraJackie

2 жыл бұрын

that's awesome!!! You'd be around 25 :) I'd encourage you to not rush those experiences tho! Financially it's great to shave off years of training however I encourage you to consider life experiences, electives and extracurriculars you could actually fit in

@matthogan1000

2 жыл бұрын

PGY-3 (third year psychiatry resident here) who is 28 currently which means I will finish before 30. This is more or less as fast as one can go, as I did graduate early from undergrad and also had plenty of college coursework and AP classes which allowed me to accelerate my education. I don't mean to discourage you, and I wish you the best of luck in pursuing your dreams! However, the "fine print" is real with regards to college coursework while in high school. Certain classes may not only count for your undergraduate degree but also for medical school per-requisites. I fully anticipate you may have challenges in several ways with attempting to rush the process that is medical training.

You should set a manual focal point on your camera. Just setting up something where you'll be sitting, manually dialing in the focus on that, then hit record and sit where the object was would work. I think you have autofocus on causing the video to push in and out between you and the plants which is a bit distracting from the content.

@DoktoraJackie

2 жыл бұрын

I AGREE! it was driving me nuts!! I think i had the AF on continuous which was forcing the camera to constantly find focus. I changed it and that definitely helped

@BearFattfilm

2 жыл бұрын

@@DoktoraJackie Glad you got it figured out! I'm a videographer/editor thinking about going back to school for psychiatry so there was some cross over there. Thanks for the content!

@DoktoraJackie

2 жыл бұрын

awesome! hopefully my videos can provide some guidance

‪hi! i’m an incoming freshman applying and was wondering if you could answer some questions. what educational req are there for psychiatry? and is a ba in psychology or a bs better. thank you very much! ‬

@roxana5706

2 жыл бұрын

hi i’m a freshman too! and i think a bs would be better just because it overlaps with the courses you need to apply for med school but in reality you can do whatever major you just need to make sure you also fulfill those premed courses

@DoktoraJackie

2 жыл бұрын

hi everybody! Thank you Roxana! You can definitely consider doing some additional psychology classes as electives as well so I'd focus more on getting your medical school requirements done versus the actual major. hope that's helpful!!

Hello doc, im from Philippines amd currently in senior high school, i would like to become a doctor but it feels and looks so complicated for me to pursue,and psychology or psychiatry looks so fun and amazing since i am really concerned into mental health, ifitsokay,i would like to know if how long is the process amd whats the process of it... Hope for your consideration 😊

@DoktoraJackie

Жыл бұрын

hi Maryjane! I do not know how long the process is in Philippines but here in the states we have to do four years college then four years of medical school plus 3-4 years of general psychiatry residency then fellowship if you'd like to sub specialize after. I know the Philippines also has residency! I'm sorry I just don't know about how long the entire process is

I can say why I want to be a psychiatrist I love hear people's problems no matter what I actually make time to listen their problems and give advice to them and I'm in 10th grade and feeling very motivated... But I'm also scread as well cause I've to give NEET UG then I can do MBBS then NEET PG then I'll get a chance to do MD/DPM(in India) cause very few ppl get a chance on these....so some ppl are also saying you'll get too old as a girl then u r gonna have hard time and all so this is where I'm stucked ryt now...

@DoktoraJackie

2 жыл бұрын

i'm so motivated that you're motivated! what is NEET UG? no matter where you're starting, it takes a long time! so the way I see it...time will pass anyway and wonder if you do not pursue it, will you wonder why you didn't do it in the future? if there are alternatives that seem reasonable and still fulfill your needs then it's worthy to consider them so you feel you make the best decision for you

@love.raaain

2 жыл бұрын

@@DoktoraJackie NEET UG is like a entrance exam what every student has to give if the want to do MBBS which is very difficult only 30k students pass among 1lakh Students in India and even if I pass that I wonder would MBBS be hard for me and other than that becomeing a doctor is like a very long period of time and I'm completely passionate bout it bc I love phycology as well as phychiatry and I love to help ppl....and I want to ask if u I want to pass NEET/wanna do MBBS should I start from now or I should wait until I give my 10th boards like completely focus on 10th... And then start preparing for it from 11th.....and thank you very much for giving so much time....

@DoktoraJackie

2 жыл бұрын

oh gosh I wish I knew the system there better to guide you! I'd say sign up for what will allow you to be the most prepared in a reasonable amount of time

@love.raaain

2 жыл бұрын

@@DoktoraJackie okay I decided to prepare for it from 11th cause the NEET medical entrance exam has similar syllabus as 11th and 12th....no worries thank you so much...😊😊😊

@DoktoraJackie

2 жыл бұрын

best of luck!!!

i’m not a psychiatrist but in the very early stages of dating one…any tips? lol i never wanna text him cuz i’m afraid i’ll be a distraction or looked at as annoying… any tips??!

@DoktoraJackie

2 жыл бұрын

hi! im not sure if i have many tips but being a psychiatrist, i'd say that I'm human and so I think that me being a psychiatrist doesn't necessarily change how I'd want to be treated in a relationship versus who I am as a whole person: temperament and my likes/dislikes or communication style. I'd encourage you to have this discussion about these concerns with your partner!

Hi Doc! I’m a bit of confused. I am a tourism graduate and I don’t know what’s my next step. Actually, I just learned about this a few months ago that I want to become a psychiatrist. I have lots of questions about it. Soooo here’s just some of my question hihi. • Should I take BS on nursing or psychology before I go to med school? • Can I still go to med school with my degree? (I am a fresh grad) I hope you’ll notice this Doktora! Thank youu!

@DoktoraJackie

2 жыл бұрын

hello! I would check the medical schools requirements for application. A lot of medical schools have specific classes they expect you to have completed prior to entering so depending on whether your tourism degree required that or not is the real question. many people do a post-baccalaureate program to complete these requirements if their degree did not have all the classes necessary. hopefully that's helpful!

@aryecreations4242

2 жыл бұрын

@@DoktoraJackie thanks Doc!

I’m 28 and starting my career schooling 🙏 after I earn my bachelors I plan on going to medical school.

@DoktoraJackie

Жыл бұрын

congratulations!!!

@yolandakozitzki3328

Жыл бұрын

@@DoktoraJackie did you major in pre med ? Or was your bachelors something other than that

@yolandakozitzki3328

Жыл бұрын

@@DoktoraJackie I’m starting my first semester of college at a community college then plan on transferring to a university. My major is biology/ pre professional. I called my local medical school they said that my majors accepted as long as I meet the course requirements. Is there a difference between pre med and pre professional for a biology major ?

@DoktoraJackie

Жыл бұрын

i was exactly that! I majored in biology but it was pre medical :)

@yolandakozitzki3328

Жыл бұрын

@@DoktoraJackie I tried calling my school today but they are closed on fridays. I was gonna a change my major to pre med but now I have to wait til Monday . I just wanted to play it safe lol

As a senior preparing for my undergrad (majoring in neuroscience). As someone whose parents took the bard route in schooling, is there any advice you can give me regarding the process? Im not entirely sure if im choosing the right major for my future in psychiatry and my counselors aren’t of much help in easing my worries

@DoktoraJackie

Жыл бұрын

i believe a neuroscience degree will serve you well! whenever a college student messages, I'm generally encouraging them to just make sure they get the education they need to apply to medical school! I also didn't have parents who could guide me in terms of education after elementary school so it does feel daunting but I'd focus on the more short term goals right now since you'll most likely naturally participate in things that are more related to mental health which is your end goal :) hopefully that's helpful!!

@roselakewood4594

Жыл бұрын

@@DoktoraJackie It is! Thank you for the reassurance :)

I’m curious do you give therapy as a psychiatrist or do you try to stay away from it?

@DoktoraJackie

2 жыл бұрын

Hi Chris! I LOVE performing therapy and I set it as a priority; medications (although an important part of treatment) can only get you so far. We are trained in many therapies such as cognitive behavioral, motivational, dialectical behavioral, family structural and parent management training. You can incorporate it in many sessions as you go but also, depending on your setting, can carry a few therapy patients with specific needs that will cater to a specific type of therapy.

im in 9th grade and i think i wanna become one .. but i have no idea how and which steps to take

@DoktoraJackie

2 жыл бұрын

Hi Seline! I posted a video called How to Become a Psychiatrist that might be helpful!

Thank you 🤍 But could you please translet your videos to arabic ?😊 becase I am arabic and I can't understand every things in this video ♥️♥️

Hi! In truth, I feel like I have so much more to learn and explore. I see myself in a future in which I’ve become a child/adolescent psychiatrist. However, the path that I’m yet to take is still very unclear to me. I’m currently an undergraduate student enrolled in a Bachelor of Science in Psychology program at Arizona Student University, and I’m two semesters away from graduating. As far as education or experience I’ll need to proceed onwards in my journey to becoming a psychiatrist, where should I look or go next?

@DoktoraJackie

2 жыл бұрын

Hi! congratulations on almost graduating! Have you taken your MCAT?

@Fabriziodyne

2 жыл бұрын

@@DoktoraJackie Thank you! While I haven’t taken it, I have come across some information about the MCAT while doing some research on my own.

@DoktoraJackie

2 жыл бұрын

Great! I would consider that as a step if you'd like to become a psychiatrist to begin preparing for medical school applications

@Fabriziodyne

2 жыл бұрын

@@DoktoraJackie Excellent. Thank you so much!

Hi! Is there other way to becone a psychiatrist if I already have a bs in nursing? I really want to be a psychiatrist but my parents can't afford the expenses in medschool

@DoktoraJackie

2 жыл бұрын

Hi! Yes, I agree, the medical school cost is so limiting! The only way to practice as a psychiatrist is through medical school which unfortunately comes with the cost BUT there IS additional training to become a psychiatric nurse or psychiatric nurse practitioner since you've already obtained ur BS in nursing! Maybe that would be a good option?

Hello! It was really helpful. I am actually at 1st year at med school and looking forward to becoming a psychiatrist. Can you tell me if there is anything I can do that will give me a head start??

@DoktoraJackie

2 жыл бұрын

congratulations!!! I recommend joining APA if you haven't already and looking at their resources for trainees on there. I'd also see if there are any research opportunities your school has for you. It would be great for you to present posters at the national conferences :) hopefully that's helpful!

@meherinrahman1451

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the information but I am not from the US.😅 Also this field is not that recognised here (in Bangladesh) so it's gonna be a challenge. Thanks anyway😊

@DoktoraJackie

2 жыл бұрын

oh no i'm sorry!! that is super frustrating!

@DoktoraJackie

2 жыл бұрын

please let me know how I can be helpful in expanding the knowledge there! even though recognized here in the states, it has a very very long way to go here as well

Hi Dr. I’m 16 and I’m 2 months into my higher study (I live in the Uk so these are called A Levels for me) I chose Psychology, Business and Economics. I have now just 2 weeks ago had a change of heart and my dream is to now become a psychiatrist. However I am worried that that switching from my current options to chemistry, Biology and psychology (i already do psychology) will be and almost impossible change. Do you have any advice to help me along the way? Thanks doc!

@DoktoraJackie

Жыл бұрын

hi! i so wish that I had easier news aside from it might add time to your education that might be unavoidable similar to people who decide to pursue medicine later in life. I also doubt that you're the only person ever to have changed their minds about their life's purpose! I would continue seeking guidance from those at school regarding the switch!

@yourhappyplace9202

Жыл бұрын

@@DoktoraJackie Thankyou so much for the reply I really appreciate you talking the time of day to reply to me. Yes I think extra time on my education is inevitable however I am planning on talking to my teacher about finding out if swapping my choices is available anymore, if so that would be so amazing but I don’t have very high hopes as I am 2 months In already. Thanks :)

I’m doing an essay about how psych patents are protrayed in media

@DoktoraJackie

2 жыл бұрын

awesome!!!

Hello! Im in grade 10 right now, and i hope to be a child psychiatrist. could you please let me know what undergraduate course would be a better choice, psychology or premed becaus ei really want to do psychology but online everyone seems os be suggesting premed

@DoktoraJackie

2 жыл бұрын

hi! I get this question very frequently so I dont want you to think you're the only one wondering. In my opinion, the major isn't as important as getting all the premed requirements out of the way. As long as you complete all the classes you're expected to in order to apply to medical school, it doesn't matter what major you are. My thought is that pre-med is easier for people since your schedule would be built so that you do complete these requirements. However it doesn't mean that only people that major pre-med go to medical school. It just requires some more coordinating on your end :) Hope that's helpful!

Hey, Dr. I'm in my A-levels doing bio, chemistry, and sociology to get into med school and pursue psychiatry as my specialty but in A-levels itself, I'm struggling with biology. and can visualize how I will struggle in med school. Also, I feel like med school is a big commitment. what do you think about psychologist like med school is not needed but still, I have to spend the same amount of years to study and become a psychologist. i hope i can get some opinions to choose my path .

@DoktoraJackie

Жыл бұрын

hi! I think you're likely underestimating your accomplishments however there are so many ways to help people! I would only pursue medical school if you truly are interested in incorporating medications into your treatment :) otherwise if it's therapy that you'd like to do, there are many other career options that will allow you to do that without prescribing medications. hopefully that's helpful! best of luck :)

@jaelynrainwater

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Hi I’m going into my junior year of college and i’m a psych major and minoring jn molecular bio. I feel incredibly late in my decision to be interested in psychiatry I feel like what i’m doing isn’t enough if I want to continue this career path. It’s just something that i’m just coming to realization of and I know if I want to continue this path I have to make my decision about it super soon. I just don’t know if what i’m going is enough.

I am from India. My ambition is to become a psychiatrist and I am also interested to continue my higher studies in abroad. Now I am studying in High school. After completing my high school which course that I want to take to become a psychiatrist in UK.Is it MBBS or psychology degree?

@DoktoraJackie

2 жыл бұрын

Hi Amina!! I know there are psychiatrists on youtube who practice in the UK! I'm in the US & it always surprises me how different the training in all the countries are. I don't want to mislead you in any way but I would ask the psychiatrists here on youtube who are from the UK if that's your goal. I also wonder if it would be helpful to reach out to the training programs in the UK and ask to speak to any of the admissions offices. They could also point you in the right direction :) Best of luck!! Thank you for your question!

hi, im a new subscriber and im a senior in high school, I recently apply for college to study presychogy and im stil not sure what steps I need to take, because I want to be a psychiatrist but they told me I need to also study psychology? Im a little confuse and I would like to know what steps I should take, any advice is welcome ty❤️

@DoktoraJackie

Жыл бұрын

hi Julio! That IS confusing! I'm not sure what they meant; psychology has been added to the standardized test but you do not need to major in psychology. As long as you meet all the pre-requisites for medical school, then you should be okay regardless of what major you take (of course it is just easier if you tell your counselors that you are pre-med and they ensure you take classes at your college that meet all the pre-requisites since what is available differs between colleges)! Make sure you check what the medical schools you're interested in would want you to take as well prior to application. hope that's helpful!