Neuropsychology

Neuropsychology is a branch of psychology and neuroscience that aims to understand how the structure and function of the brain relate to specific psychological processes. It is scientific in its approach and shares an information processing view of the mind with cognitive psychology and cognitive science.

History

The history of neuropsychology dates back to the Ancient Egyptians. The oldest known written record of medical knowledge, the Edwin Smith Surgical Papyrus, detailed treatments for various medical conditions and contained the earliest known reference to the brain.

Branches

Neuropsychology is a wide field with many sub-disciplines. These include clinical neuropsychology, cognitive neuropsychology, developmental neuropsychology, and experimental neuropsychology (also known as cognitive neuroscience).

Methods

Neuropsychologists use a wide range of methods to explore the relationship between the physical brain and behavior. These methods include neuropsychological tests, brain scans, animal studies, and case studies.

See also

• Cognitive neuropsychology
• Clinical neuropsychology
• Developmental neuropsychology
• Experimental neuropsychology
• Neuropsychological test
• Brain scan
• Animal studies
• Case studies

External links

• American Psychological Association
• International Neuropsychological Society

Neuropsychology Resources
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