When an individual with a brain disorder or brain injury, however, experiences significant or persistent difficulty with thoughts, moods or behavior, your physician may recommend evaluation or treatment at Dartmouth-Hitchcock's Neuropsychiatry or Neuropsychology Department. There are many instances where neurology overlaps with psychiatry and psychology. Generally, these specialties address psychiatric or psychological difficulties in individuals with known or suspected neurological conditions. With neuropsychiatry and neuropsychology, there is an emphasis on the brain. Both of these specialties are employed at the recommendation of a physician.
Care is tailored to each individual's specific needs.
Your physician will work with our clinical specialists to determine which tests will be most helpful in identifying a precise diagnosis. These tests help neuropsychiatrists evaluate specific areas of the brain. Neuropsychological testing Should your physician recommend neurological testing, you will participate in a series of written or interactive exercises that measure problem solving, attention, memory, language and movement. A Treatment plan All testing helps support the development of an individualized treatment plan. Medications Behavioral techniques Psychotherapy Rehabilitative therapies Since the family plays a central role in a person's recovery, spouses or family members may be asked to participate in supportive, educational or therapeutic groups.