Students who wish to gain an overview of psychology would be well advised to look at one of the many introductory textbooks on the subject. McGraw Hill 2. There are several differences but one of the most important is the training that psychologists, psychiatrists and psychoanalysts have. Psychology is an independent discipline, which is taught in universities and colleges. A psychologist is someone who holds at least a B.A. or a B.Sc.
Psychiatry is therefore a branch of medicine.
Psychoanalysis is a particular approach to psychology and psychiatry, which is based on the theories of Sigmund Freud. A degree in psychology should not be seen as a qualification in psychoanalysis. The diversity of psychology is reflected in the kind of work that psychologists do. Clinical psychologists deal with psychological problems in hospitals or in private practice. Educational psychologists deal with the various aspects of teaching and learning in schools.