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Transition from Neurology to Verbal Communication in Psychiatry
The field of psychiatry evolved from focusing on neurology and pathology to working with verbal communication due to the limitations of studying cells. Practitioners like Freud found human behavior more intriguing and mysterious, leading them to focus on words as a tool for understanding individuals. This shift towards verbal communication marked a significant advancement in the field of psychiatry, emphasizing the importance of conscious thoughts and communication in understanding patients.