Psychological Medicine

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Psychological Medicine

Psychological Medicine (pronunciation: psy·cho·log·i·cal med·i·cine) is a branch of medicine that deals with the study and treatment of mental disorders and behavioral disorders. It is an interdisciplinary field that combines elements of psychiatry, psychology, and neuroscience to understand and treat mental health conditions.

Etymology

The term "psychological medicine" is derived from the Greek words "psyche" meaning soul or mind, and "logia" meaning study. The term "medicine" comes from the Latin "medicina", which means the art of healing.

Related Terms

  • Psychiatry: A branch of medicine focused on the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of mental, emotional, and behavioral disorders.
  • Psychology: The scientific study of the human mind and its functions, especially those affecting behavior in a given context.
  • Neuroscience: The scientific study of the nervous system, including the brain and spinal cord.
  • Mental Health: A person’s condition with regard to their psychological and emotional well-being.
  • Behavioral Disorders: A type of mental health disorder that includes a pattern of disruptive behaviors in children that last for at least 6 months and cause problems in school, at home, and in social situations.

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