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KMID : 0368820040430030272
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Journal of the Korean Neuropsychiatr Association
2004 Volume.43 No. 3 p.272 ~ p.276
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Psychiatry and Neurology
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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. (J Korean Neuropsychiatr Assoc 2004;43 (3) :272-276)
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