Many patients have several mental health conditions at one time, and this question lets you evaluate whether the candidate has the necessary training and experience to treat patients with these kinds of complex needs. You'll learn how the psychiatrist makes choices about which conditions/symptoms to prioritize, and you'll also learn how he or she might adapt or combine different counseling techniques to treat multiple conditions. What to look for in an answer:

Appropriate experience with complex mental health conditions/needs

Ability to prioritize the patient's most urgent needs

Ability to combine different treatments