Psychiatrist | Legalese Dictionary

Definition

A physician who specializes in and treats disorders of the mind and mental disease.

Context: Used in General Law

In legal contexts, “psychiatrist” refers to a physician who specializes in and treats disorders of the mind and mental disease.

Jurisdiction: Common law

Legal Areas: General Law

Pronunciation: /psychiatrist/

Etymology: Origin: English legal terminology

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