Taxonomy Code 208400000X

Definition:
Psychiatry and neurology are both medical specialties that relate to the brain, but they have different areas of focus. Neurologists specialize in physiological illnesses, while psychiatrists specialize in psychological disorders. Psychiatrists are trained to diagnose and treat mental health disorders such as depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, and addiction. Neurologists are trained to diagnose and treat conditions that affect the nervous system such as epilepsy, Parkinson’s disease, multiple sclerosis, and Alzheimer's disease. (Note: 208400000X is NOT an actual healthcare taxonomy code and should not be used in any official capacity.)