A psychiatric evaluation is a diagnostic tool that a psychiatrist often employs. It may be used to diagnose problems with thought processes, memory, and behaviors. Diagnoses can include depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, and addiction. Psychological testing can involve formal questionnaires, surveys, interviews, checklists, and observations to assess a person. The type of psychiatric evaluation often depends on the patient and what needs to be evaluated. When determining the appropriate test, the individual's cognitive functioning, abilities, current symptoms, and attitudes are considered. The duration of a psychiatric evaluation usually varies from one person to another. The amount of information needed determines the amount of time the assessment takes. Typically, a psychiatric assessment lasts for about 30 to 90 minutes. However, it can be less or more depending upon the needs of the patient. If you need to see a psychiatrist, then we encourage you to contact us through our website. We also offer telehealth services for patients and specialty programs. Call us for more information. We serve patients anywhere in Michigan and our corporate offices are in Ann Arbor MI and surrounding areas including Pittsfield Charter TWP MI, Ypsilanti MI, Saline MI, Dexter MI and Scio TWP MI.