De psychiater
Example: De psychiater helpt mensen met problemen in hun hoofd.
Definition
"De psychiater" refers to a medical professional specializing in the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of mental, emotional, and behavioral disorders. Psychiatrists help people with problems related to their mind, often using therapy, medication, or both to improve mental health.
Etymology
The word "de psychiater" originates from the Greek words 'psyche,' meaning soul or mind, and 'iatros,' meaning healer or physician. It was adopted into Dutch to describe doctors who heal mental illnesses, highlighting their role as healers of the mind.
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"De psychiater" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - Medical Professions - (A1) - set 1", containing 101 commonly used words.
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