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Cognitive psychiatry in India.

P K Dalal1, T Sivakumar

  • 1Department of Psychiatry, C.S.M. Medical University UP, (Erstwhile King George's medical College), Lucknow - 226 003, India.

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Cognitive deficits are common in psychiatric disorders. This article reviews the progress of cognitive psychiatry in India, highlighting its potential for understanding the mind and treating mental health conditions.

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AttentionElectroconvulsive therapy (ECT)bipolar disorderbrain injurycognitioncompulsive disorderdepressionexecutive functionmemorymini-mental status examinationobsessive compulsive disorderpsychotherapeuticsschizophreniasubstance abuse

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Area of Science:

  • Neuroscience
  • Psychiatry
  • Cognitive Science

Background:

  • Cognitive deficits are recognized in various psychiatric disorders.
  • Indian research on cognition includes replication and original studies.
  • Cognitive psychiatry is an emerging field in India.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To trace the evolution of cognitive psychiatry in India.
  • To highlight the potential of cognitive research in India.
  • To explore the role of cognitive research in understanding psychiatric disorders.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of Indian cognitive studies.
  • Historical analysis of cognitive psychiatry development.
  • Synthesis of existing research findings.

Main Results:

  • Cognitive research in India has evolved from replication to original studies.
  • Significant potential exists for cognitive research in India.
  • Cognitive research can aid in understanding the human mind and psychiatric disorders.

Conclusions:

  • Cognitive psychiatry in India is progressing.
  • Further research can unravel the complexities of the human mind.
  • Cognitive research offers pathways for identifying etiopathogenesis and improving treatment for psychiatric disorders.