Clinical psychologists study people with psychological disorders, while psychiatrists actually treat them.

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Both clinical psychologists and psychiatrists can treat people with psychological disorders, but psychiatrists are medical doctors who can prescribe medication, while clinical psychologists typically provide psychotherapy and cannot prescribe medication (except in a few jurisdictions where they have prescription privileges after additional training).

Clinical Psychologists Study People with Psychological Disorders, While Psychiatrists Actually