Behavioral Neurology & Psychological Disorders

Behavioral Neurology is a specialized branch of neurology that focuses on the relationship between brain function and human behavior. It deals with neurological conditions that affect cognition, mood, personality, and behavior. These disorders often overlap with psychiatric conditions, making a multidisciplinary approach essential for accurate diagnosis and effective management.

At the intersection of brain science and mental health, behavioral neurology evaluates disorders such as frontal lobe syndromes, aphasia, apraxia, agitation, hallucinations, personality changes, and emotional dysregulation caused by neurological diseases. Common neurological illnesses that manifest behavioral symptoms include Alzheimer’s disease, stroke, Parkinson’s disease, traumatic brain injuries, temporal lobe epilepsy, and brain tumors.

Psychological disorders, also known as mental health disorders, involve persistent patterns of abnormal thoughts, emotions, or behaviors that significantly affect a person’s ability to function. Conditions such as depression, anxiety disorders, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, and obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) are often intertwined with neurological abnormalities. In some cases, what appears to be a psychiatric condition may have an underlying neurological cause, such as autoimmune encephalitis or temporal lobe epilepsy.

At our center, we take a comprehensive and integrative approach to diagnosing and managing these complex conditions. A detailed evaluation includes neurological examination, neuroimaging (MRI/CT scans), neuropsychological testing, and blood tests to detect autoimmune or metabolic causes. Treatment is highly individualized and may include a combination of medications, behavioral therapies, psychotherapy, and family counseling. In some cases, neuromodulation techniques such as Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) or Vagus Nerve Stimulation (VNS) may be recommended.

Early identification and intervention are key to improving outcomes. We work closely with psychiatrists, psychologists, speech therapists, and occupational therapists to provide holistic care.

Our goal is not just to manage symptoms but to restore dignity, independence, and quality of life for individuals facing these challenging conditions.