Question

The branch, which is associated with diagnosis, prevention and cure of mental disorders is called

(a) neurology

(b) psychiatry

(c) neuropsychiatry

(d) psychology.

Answer 1

The correct option is: (b) psychiatry

Explanation:

The branch of medicine which deals with the study, treatment and prevention of mental illness is known as 'Psychiatry'. 'Neurology' deals with the normal and abnormal states of nervous system. 'Neuropsychiatry' is the combination of neurology and psychiatry. 'Psychology' is the science of animal and human behaviour.