Etymology: Gk, hormaein, to set in motion. a complex chemical substance produced in one part or organ of the body that initiates or regulates the activity of an organ or a group of cells in another part. Hormones secreted by the endocrine glands are carried through the bloodstream to the target organ.
To be come a psychiatrist you need four years of college, four years of medical school and two to four years of residency and specialization. I would think it would depend on what you wanted to do with your medical degree, Neuro-psychiatrist deal with people who have had severe injuries of the brain and nervous system.eaning, you will need a bachelors degree (typically 4yrs) and then attend a medical school (another 4yrs) You will also need to complete some form of an internship called a residency(3-10yrs) To become a psychologist however, I've heard that you need a masters degree and I've also heard you need a docterets degree.
How long does it take to become a psychiatrist? It can take at least 12 years to become a psychiatrist: 4 years as an undergraduate, 4 years in medical school, and 4 years in a residency. What does a psychiatrist earn? According to the Medical Group Management Association, the median yearly pay for psychiatrists in the United States was $220,252 in 2012. What are the job prospects?