When explaining psychological problems, the first things that come to mind are always researching brain chemistry and neurological examinations. Of course, our thoughts affect our emotions and ultimately our brain chemistry. Sometimes, however, this sequence can be different. Therefore, when psychological problems are mentioned, the unit that comes to mind is the psychiatry department.
In my early years in the profession, I observed that psychiatric examinations were preferred over therapeutic consultations. This was because there was a very strong belief among the public that someone experiencing psychological difficulties had a problem in their brain.
Psychological problems such as anxiety disorders or mood disorders can be explained and approached by medicine, of course, focusing on brain chemistry. That is why the branch of science that is psychiatry exists and has made tremendous contributions to mental health today.
While appreciating that, modern psychology shows that there are other ways to approach psychological problems.
Body keeps score, even when mind forgets
