Cognitive function is an essential part of Neurology in general. The field of Cognitive and Behavioral Neurology encompasses the intriguing relationships of the mind and the brain, of thinking and reasoning, memory, recognition, language, calculation ability, learned motor behavior (praxis), recognition of stimuli, insight and judgment, artistic ability and creativity, and regulation of mood.

Alzheimer’s disease is the leading cause of dementia in the United States, affecting an estimated 5 million Americans. Other common causes of dementia include:

• strokes (vascular dementia)
• Parkinson’s disease and related disorders
• a series of focal brain diseases often referred to as Frontotemporal Dementias

In addition, cognitive function is frequently affected by a variety of other neurological diseases including multiple sclerosis, infections of the nervous system, and traumatic brain injury. 

Our Team

Clinicians in the Department of Neurology are active in the diagnosis and treatment of cognitive and behavioral neurological problems. All of the neurologists work closely in conjunction with colleagues in Neuropsychology, Speech and Language Pathology, and brain imaging. Click here to read more.