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Occupations

Psychiatrist (Call of Cthulhu 7th Edition)

The Psychiatrist is a medical professional who treats mental illness, making them perfect for investigators who need to understand mental states and treat Sanity loss. Psychiatrists have skills in medicine, psychology, and understanding the mind. Psychiatrists excel at treating mental illness, understanding psychology, and helping investigators maintain their Sanity. Their skills in Language, Medicine, Persuade, Psychoanalysis, Psychology, and Science make them valuable mental health support.

How it works (mechanics)

**Occupation Skills**: Language, Medicine, Persuade, Psychoanalysis, Psychology, Science **Credit Rating**: 30-80% **Skill Points**: EDU × 4 (distributed among occupation skills)

Practical tips

**Best For**: Mental health-focused characters, characters who want to treat Sanity loss, characters who need psychological skills.

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