What to Expect During a Psychiatric Evaluation

Since psychiatric evaluations are a medical approach to mental health, your physical health history is also important. You will be asked about your medical history, including any current or past medical conditions, surgeries, allergies, and hospitalizations, as well as a review of any current health problems. Things like headaches, stomachaches, and dizziness might not seem psychiatric, but to your provider they are important clues as to what is going on with your brain's health.