Sikyatria (en. Psychiatry)
si-kyat-ri-a
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
A branch of medicine focusing on mental and emotional disorders.
The psychiatrist provided counseling to the patient about his depression.
Ang sikyatrista ay nagbigay ng pagpapayo sa pasyente tungkol sa kanyang depresyon.
The process of diagnosing and treating mental disorders.
In psychiatry, assessments are crucial to understand the patient's issues.
Sa sikyatrya, mahalaga ang mga pagsusuri upang maunawaan ang problema ng pasyente.
A professional who studies and treats mental disorders.
Psychiatrists have extensive knowledge of human behavior and conduct.
Ang mga sikyatrista ay may malalim na kaalaman sa mga asal at pag-uugali ng tao.
Etymology
Derived from the Greek word 'skiatra', meaning 'to contemplate' or 'to turn lovingly towards ailments.'
Common Phrases and Expressions
psychiatrist consultation
A discussion with a psychiatrist to address mental health issues.
sikyatristang konsultasyon
Related Words
psychologist
A professional who studies and provides support for emotional and behavioral issues.
sikologo
Slang Meanings
Sik-sik, in gossip or news.
They say she's involved in gossip about the newbies!
Sinasabi na sikyatria na raw siya sa mga baguhan!
Related to medical psychology but laid-back.
That's fine, you look psychological, just chill!
Ayos lang yan, sikyatria ang labas mo, chill lang!
Too serious about mental health.
Dude, don’t be too serious about it, just relax.
Dude, 'wag kang masyadong sikyatria, relax ka lang.