Neurologist vs Psychiatrist? I Am Very Confused. Can Someone Please Explain the Difference to Me?

Question by swing life away: neurologist vs psychiatrist? i am very confused. can someone please explain the difference to me?
What is the difference between neurology and psychiatry?

What do doctors generally deal with daily in each?

Thanks!
if possible, please try not to use too many medical terms that will confuse me greatly :)

Best answer:

Answer by R?wrP?w
Neurology is pretty much with the brain, stuff like that
Psychiatrist is someone who deals with psychological problems like divorce between couples or a child that had a bad experience when they were younger….pretty much mental problems

Doctors, well it depends on the type of doctor

Answer by Rob L
neurology is dealing with the nervous system. they do surgery and treat physical problems.
psychiatrist deal with mental illness. no surgery or physical treatment.

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