CONDITIONS

HOW DO YOU DEFINE NEUROPSYCHIATRY?

Neuropsychiatry is the treatment of one or a variety of mental illnesses that arise from brain malfunction. Neuropsychiatrists spend a lot of time capturing images of the brain and analysing these visuals. They also work in a multidisciplinary setting with other brain surgeons and oncological doctors, solving mental health issues.

A neuropsychiatrist conducts psychometric studies and diagnostic investigations and checks for dementia, Alzheimer’s disease, cerebral palsy, Parkinson’s disease, schizophrenia and brain injuries.

WHAT DOES NEUROPSYCHIATRY TREAT?

Neuropsychiatry resolves neurological dysfunction related to brain injuries and epilepsy. Epilepsy arises from unusual brain activity that causes strange sensations and abnormal behaviour. Epilepsy causes seizures that occur when you blink or move your arms and legs involuntarily, which is often interpreted as a thrashing action. One seizure does not signify epilepsy, and your doctor can only confirm a diagnosis when you develop two seizures spontaneously.

A sudden brain injury from the jolting of the head or whiplash and penetration of brain tissue affects neurological function severely. A complete loss of awareness, losing consciousness, muscle tension and poor vision are signs of abnormal brain function.

There is medication a psychiatrist prescribes to control your level and severity of seizures. Even when episodes decline, your psychiatrist can help control your seizures and prevent neurological impairment.

WHEN DO YOU NEED TO VISIT A NEUROPSYCHIATRIST?

Once you discover a condition is affecting your nervous system, you need to see a neuropsychiatrist immediately. A visit is for your psychiatrist to monitor your symptoms, become more aware of any side effects of medication and carry out cognitive therapy for your benefit.

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