View Single Post
Old 04-04-2013, 05:20 AM
mouse1's Avatar
mouse1 mouse1 is offline
Member
 
Join Date: Feb 2013
Posts: 448
10 yr Member
mouse1 mouse1 is offline
Member
mouse1's Avatar
 
Join Date: Feb 2013
Posts: 448
10 yr Member
Default

A neurologist is a medical doctor/consultant who specialises in neurological conditions and can diagnose problems and treat them with medication and give advise on conditions relating to the human nervous system. I haven't seen one of these.

A neuropsychologist is a specialist psychologist who is trained in the area of neurological conditions, but many concentrate on the area of brain injury. They can provide a battery of tests called a neuropsychological assessment that can indicate levels of cognitive impairment and advise on how to manage these. They can provide support around behaviour/fatigue management and provide counselling around the emotional impact of the condition. I have been supported by a neuropsychologist with advice on managing my PCS and return to work, I didn't require a neurological assessment.

Last edited by mouse1; 04-04-2013 at 06:19 AM.
mouse1 is offline   Reply With QuoteReply With Quote