Abstract
The emergency psychiatrist must first differentiate abnormal behavior with a medical etiology from that caused by so-called functional processes. Delays in diagnosis can be catastrophic and make a compelling argument for physician involvement in emergency mental health care.
MeSH terms
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Adolescent
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Adult
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Aged
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Amnesia, Retrograde / etiology
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Brain / physiopathology
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Emergency Services, Psychiatric*
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Female
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Humans
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Mental Health Services / organization & administration
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Neurocognitive Disorders / complications
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Neurocognitive Disorders / diagnosis*
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Neurocognitive Disorders / physiopathology
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Psychiatric Status Rating Scales