If a behavioral problem has a clearly identifiable physical cause, this problem should be treated by a
A)counseling psychologist.
B)clinical psychologist.
C)psychoanalyst.
D)psychiatrist.

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A psychiatrist is a medical doctor who can assess and treat behavioral problems that have a physical cause. They may use medications or other medical interventions to alleviate symptoms associated with the physical cause of the problem. Counseling psychologists, clinical psychologists, and psychoanalysts are not medical doctors and would not have the necessary training or ability to address physical causes of behavioral problems.

If a Behavioral Problem Has a Clearly Identifiable Physical Cause