Question by alitherlandnow: What is the ratio of psychiatrists in the mental health field?

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Answer by flawless_2200
Psychiatry is the fifth largest medical specialty and ranks sixth in the number achieving board certification (6). The best estimate of the number of active clinically trained practicing psychiatrists in the private sector is 27,000.

This from “The Journal of Psychiatry”, approximately accurate for 2002-2003; hope this is helpful!

Also, as an MD and PHD in Neurology, I know from antoher journal that the percentage of psychiatrists over 60 is growing rapidly; the new residents entering the field are predominately female, and more of the counseling is done by psychologists and LCSW’s, with Psychiatrists mainly prescribing medications in consult with the forementioned counselors

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