John Wilkes Booth was the son of prominent, wealthy actors. He, too, became an actor and was so popular, he was one of the first to have his clothes ripped off by fans. Hulton Archive/Getty hide caption
Psychology is the systematic investigation of the human mind, including behavior and cognition. It thus encompasses both normal and abnormal behavior. On the other hand, psychiatry is a branch of medicine dealing with mental illness.
What does a Counseling Psychologist do? Individuals interested in pursuing a career in the mental health field should be aware of the difference between psychiatry and psychology: Psychiatry involves pursuing a career as a medical practitioner who focuses on the diagnosis and treatment of mental disorders.