Medical articles from Dr Samr Dawood

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22/09/2025

Psychiatrist

Cognitive impairment in alcoholism: Healing the brain from the inside out

Chronic alcohol use doesn’t just affect the liver; it takes a serious toll on the brain. A leading consultant psychiatrist takes a look at cognitive impairment in alcoholism in expert detail.

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13/08/2025

Dr Samr Dawood

Psychiatrist

ADHD in women: The hidden struggle behind the smile

Millions of women are living with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder; many without even knowing it. And for them, the struggle looks very different.

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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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16/03/2023

Dr Samr Dawood

Psychiatrist

An in-depth guide to traumatic brain injuries

Traumatic brain injuries are very serious injuries that can cause numerous symptoms and complications. In his latest article, renowned consultant psychiatrist Dr Samr Dawood explains the symptoms.

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16/01/2023

Dr Samr Dawood

Psychiatrist

What is sports psychiatry and what benefits does it offer?

The intense pressure of elite athletics, and the accompanying highs and lows, can frequently provoke mental health problems among athletes. Sports psychiatry is the best way of addressing these specific problems. In his latest article, highly-renowned psychiatrist Dr Samr Dawood explains the benefits of sports psychiatry, as well as how elite athletes may be at a higher risk of developing mental health problems.

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03/10/2022

Dr Samr Dawood

Psychiatrist

The different presentations of ASD and ADHD discussed

Just how similar are ADHD and ASD? Here to discuss this plus how both conditions can affect one's quality of life, and the different presentations of each condition, is highly reputable London-based consultant psychiatrist, Dr Samr Dawood.