Medical articles of Mental disorders

20/03/2025
Dr Pavan Joshi
Consultant General Adult and Liaison Psychiatrist
Complexities of mental illnesses and how to look after our mental health
Mental health is a critical aspect of our overall well-being, yet it remains one of the most misunderstood and stigmatised areas of healthcare. The complexities of mental illnesses can make them challenging to address, but with the right knowledge and strategies, we can better manage and support our mental health. In this article, consultant psychiatrist Dr Pavan Joshi breaks down the types of mental illnesses, and how certain activities, resources, and education play a part in managing them.
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21/11/2024
Dr Simmi Sachdeva-Mohan
Psychiatrist
How psychiatrists provide perinatal mental health support
Perinatal mental health refers to the emotional and psychological well-being of mothers during pregnancy and the first year after childbirth. This period is often filled with significant physical, hormonal and emotional changes, which can make women more vulnerable to mental health challenges including postpartum depression. Psychiatrists play a critical role in providing tailored care to women during this transformative time, addressing conditions like depression, anxiety and psychosis.
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22/10/2024
Dr Samr Dawood
Psychiatrist
Head injuries and mental health: Bridging neurology and psychiatry
Head injuries can have a profound impact on an individual’s mental and emotional well-being. Often, the effects extend beyond immediate physical symptoms like headaches or dizziness, manifesting as longer-term mental health issues. Understanding the relationship between head injuries and mental health requires collaboration between neurology and psychiatry, two fields that work together to address the full spectrum of consequences following trauma to the brain.
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29/05/2024
Dr Daniela Rossi
Clinical Psychologist
FAQs about anxiety
Leading psychologist Dr Daniela Rossi answers some of the most commonly-asked questions about anxiety, in this highly informative article.
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18/03/2024
Dr Jon Goldin
Consultant Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist
Navigating AI in child and adolescent mental health
AI has undoubtedly started to have an impact on all aspects of healthcare, including mental health for children and adolescents. Forbes.com recently wrote about how AI in mental health is emerging as a reassuring resource for diagnosis, developing therapies and enabling a more personalised approach and treatments for patients. However, there are various aspects to consider such as ensuring collaboration between AI and human-led care leads to the best results for patients. Leading consultant child and adolescent psychiatrist Dr Jon Goldin takes a comprehensive look at AI in child and adolescent mental health in this article, written with the help of AI.
28/09/2023
Dr Hana Patel
GP
What are some self-care strategies for maintaining good mental health?
In this article, exceptionally well-regarded and versatile GP, Dr Hana Patel, is on hand to run us through some of the main risk factors associated with developing a mental health disorder,
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19/09/2023
Dr Roshan Thawale
Pain Management Specialist
Why mental health shouldn't be overlooked in CRPS
Complex regional pain syndrome (CRPS) is a chronic condition that brings about extreme discomfort and can have a significant impact on mental health. Leading pain management specialist Dr Roshan Thawale tells us why it's a condition to be taken seriously in this comprehensive article. Discover what CRPS feels like, its three stages, and how the mental health aspect of this potentially life-long illness isn't factored in as much as it should, alongside other important points.
25/05/2023
Dr Ramesh Muthuswamy
Psychiatrist
Recognising anorexia and getting treatment
Anorexia nervosa, more commonly referred to as anorexia, is a condition that affects 10 per cent of the 1.24 to 3.4 million people in the UK with an eating disorder. Leading London and Maidstone psychiatrist Dr Ramesh Muthuswamy is here to highlight ways to recognise anorexia and how to get treatment.
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04/02/2022
Dr Pravir Sharma
Consultant Psychiatrist
Dementia research update: What are the most recent breakthroughs?
The onset of dementia can seriously affect patients in many ways, including their ability to communicate and their memory. Each type of dementia, however, has a different progression and in some cases, other factors can be controlled to improve outcomes for patients. In this article, leading consultant psychiatrist Dr Pravir Sharma expertly explains the progression of different forms of dementia, as well as outlining the latest developments in research of the condition.
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15/06/2021
Dr Regina Sala
Child, Adolescent and Adult Psychiatrist
The impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on young people
We spoke with leading psychiatrist, Dr Regina Sala, to discuss the effects that the coronavirus pandemic has had on the mental health of young people in the UK. Find out what lifestyle recommendations may be useful to get through the current COVID-19 situation, to maintain both your mental and physical health. If you are a parent or carer, you may like to use this as a guide to help improve your child's health and wellbeing during these difficult times.