Neuroepidemiology
Neuroepidemiology
Neuroepidemiology (pronunciation: /ˌnʊəroʊˌɛpɪˌdiːmiːˈɒlədʒi/) is a branch of epidemiology that studies the distribution and determinants of neurological disorders in populations.
Etymology
The term "Neuroepidemiology" is derived from three Greek words: "neuron" meaning nerve, "epi" meaning upon, and "demos" meaning people. The suffix "-logy" is derived from the Greek "logia," which means "study of."
Definition
Neuroepidemiology is the study of the incidence, distribution, and possible control of neurological diseases. It involves the application of epidemiological methods to neurological conditions, including neurological disorders, neurodegenerative diseases, and neurodevelopmental disorders.
Related Terms
- Epidemiology: The study and analysis of the distribution, patterns and determinants of health and disease conditions in defined populations.
- Neurology: A branch of medicine dealing with disorders of the nervous system.
- Neurological Disorders: Diseases of the central and peripheral nervous system.
- Neurodegenerative Diseases: Diseases characterized by the progressive loss of structure or function of neurons, including death of neurons.
- Neurodevelopmental Disorders: A group of conditions with onset in the developmental period, typically manifesting before a child starts grade school.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Neuroepidemiology
- Wikipedia's article - Neuroepidemiology
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