Psychiatry and Neurology.
- Author:
Byung Jo KANG
1
Author Information
1. Department of Psychiatry, Kyungpook National University School of Medicine, Daegu, Korea.
- Publication Type:Original Article
- Keywords:
Psychiatry;
Neurology;
Identity of Psychiatrist;
Mind/body
- MeSH:
Brain;
Korea;
Neurology*;
Neurosciences
- From:Journal of Korean Neuropsychiatric Association
2004;43(3):272-276
- CountryRepublic of Korea
- Language:Korean
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Abstract:
OBJECTIVES: The objective of this article is to clarify the similarities and differences between psychiatry and neurology. METHODS: The author reviewed articles regarding the reciprocal relationship of psychiatry and neurology in Korea and western countries. RESULTS: The divided domains of psychiatry and neurology according to mind/body dualism is arbitrary and wrong. Mind is the function or activity of brain. Psychiatry is a branch of medicine which treats the mind disorders (dysfunction of the brain) caused by various biopsychosocial factors. Neurology is also a branch of medicine which treats the anatomical or structural abnormalities of the brain. Progress in the neuroscience and other disciplines heralds a new understanding of the brain leading to new approaches to neuropsychiatric disorders. CONCLUSION: Integration of the two disciplines is desired for mutual benefits and their patients' benefits near future in Korea.
