Cognition and behavior are closely related to the health of your brain and nervous system. That's why many neurological conditions can impact your mental health as well as your physical health.
Comprehensive neuropsychology care
MaineHealth Neurology Scarborough neuropsychology services are part of our multidisciplinary approach to neurological care. Our expert psychologists will work with you to understand how neurological injuries or illnesses may be affecting your cognitive and behavioral functions. We specialize in the assessment of neurodegenerative disorders and neurorehabilitation of brain injury and stroke.
Services include:
- Adult neuropsychological evaluation
- Diagnosis and treatment planning
- Referrals to appropriate clinicians or programs provided as needed
- Psychosocial resources for caregivers affected by a loved one's condition
More about our services
Individuals living with neurological conditions such as stroke, epilepsy, brain and spinal cord injury, multiple sclerosis, dementia and Parkinson's disease can experience a wide variety of mental health symptoms that can interfere with their quality of life - and which can benefit from psychiatric, behavioral or pharmacological intervention. These include:
- Aggressive behavior and agitation
- Anger management difficulties
- Anxiety/panic disorder
- Cognitive and memory deficits
- Delusions and hallucinations
- Depression
- Epilepsy
- Impulse-control issues
- Learning issues
- Movement disorders
- Self-esteem issues
- Sleep disorders
- Social difficulties including withdrawal and isolation
Equally important, spouses, children and other family members of patients with neurological conditions can suffer from "caregiver burnout" and experience symptoms such as depression, sleep disturbances and anxiety. Resources such as outpatient counseling and psychosocial support groups also are available to help address these issues.
- Neuropsychological evaluation
- Diagnosis and treatment planning
- Referrals to appropriate clinicians or programs provided as needed
- Psychosocial resources for caregivers affected by a loved one's condition
