American College of Psychiatrists
American College of Psychiatrists
American College of Psychiatrists (pronunciation: əˈmɛrɪkən kəˈlɛdʒ ɒv ˈsaɪkɪətrɪsts) is a professional organization dedicated to ensuring high-quality care for individuals with mental disorders including substance use disorders and to promoting the highest principles of psychiatry. Its members are selected on the basis of their contributions to the field of psychiatry and are among the most distinguished psychiatrists in the United States and Canada.
Etymology
The term American College of Psychiatrists is derived from the English language. The term 'American' refers to something of, from, or related to the United States of America. The term 'College' in this context refers to an organized group of professional people who have similar aims and interests. 'Psychiatrists' refers to medical doctors who specialize in mental health, including substance use disorders.
Related Terms
- Psychiatry: The medical specialty devoted to the diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of mental disorders.
- Mental Health: The level of psychological well-being or an absence of mental illness.
- Substance Use Disorder: A condition in which the use of one or more substances leads to a clinically significant impairment or distress.
- Psychiatrist: A medical doctor who specializes in mental health, including substance use disorders.
See Also
- American Psychiatric Association
- American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
- American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on American College of Psychiatrists
- Wikipedia's article - American College of Psychiatrists
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