Psychiatry deals with the diagnosis, treatment and rehabilitation of mental illness. Psychiatrists conduct conversations with patients, make diagnoses and develop therapeutic concepts. They also often work closely with psychologists, therapists and social services to ensure comprehensive care.
The average monthly gross salary of a psychiatrist for psychiatry and psychotherapy is over €5.104 per month and after further training the salary can rise to up to €10,000 per year. Regional differences are also noteworthy: in the Saarland, the average monthly gross salary is €6.649, while in Saxony the average monthly gross salary is €5.262.
To work in psychiatry, a medical degree is required, followed by specialist training in psychiatry and psychotherapy.
Psychiatry offers a wide range of career opportunities, including working in clinics, practices and social institutions, as well as specialising in certain sub-disciplines such as forensic psychiatry or addiction therapy.
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