Página 15 - Artículos médicos de Psiquiatría

Por Dr Nikki Scheiner
20.04.20
Psiquiatría

COVID 19: How to manage your relationship during the ‘stay at home’ period

Whilst we are all at home during the coronavirus crisis, some couples might deepen their relationship during this time whereas others might struggle with the quality of their relationship. Here, leading psychologist Dr Nikki Scheiner offers her advice on how to manage your relationship whilst under lockdown restrictions.

Medical staff wearing face mask and goggles

Por Professor Ben Green
17.04.20
Psiquiatría

COVID-19 how healthcare professionals cope PTSD

Medical professionals are not just trying to fight the coronavirus, many will have their own personal fears and difficulties to grapple with too. This includes a fear of infection and getting sick, not being able to save patients and hearing of co-workers and friends dying. Professor Ben Green shares with us some tips as to how medical personnel can better deal with these emotional traumas they face and what support and treatment are available.

Por Professor Ben Green
15.04.20
Psiquiatría

COVID-19 healthcare professionals frontline risk PTSD

Experts have suggested that doctors and nurses who are enduring long working hours and witnessing large scale infections and deaths, might require PTSD therapy or other mental health treatment following the coronavirus pandemic. Professor Ben Green, a psychiatrist from Liverpool, explores similar events through history to help us understand whether this is, in fact, an issue that many might already be experiencing.

A man sat on a log looks worried and concerned.

Por Dr Oscar D’Agnone
08.04.20
Psiquiatría

Opioid addiction: what are the signs of dependency and how is it treated?

It can be scary to admit that you or your loved one has an addiction to painkillers. Dr Oscar D'Agnone is the Medical Director of The OAD Clinic in London and here he shares the signs of opioid dependency and gives an insight into the specialised treatment that he uses to help someone with an addiction.

A picture showing opioid pills, which are highly addictive.

Por Dr Oscar D’Agnone
01.04.20
Psiquiatría

Is it easy to become addicted to opioid painkillers when living with chronic pain?

Pain is a common symptom that some people may have to live with every day. But medicating chronic pain in conditions such as arthritis, migraines and fibromyalgia, could be a slippery slope for some who may rely on these pain relievers, such as opioids, too much. Here, one of our top psychiatrist Dr Oscar D'Agnone explains how it's so easy to become addicted to painkillers.

Por Dr Oscar D’Agnone
20.03.20
Psiquiatría

How is depression and feeling suicidal treated at The OAD Clinic?

You are never alone. If you are living with suicidal feelings or depression, you can be reassured in knowing that there is always a professional who can help. Dr Oscar D'Agnone, Clinical Director of The OAD Clinic in London, is here to share how his team can help you with your own tailed treatment plan.

The focus is on the hands of a person who is talking to a group of people who are all sat on chairs in a circle, perhaps in a dialectical behavior therapy session. This is beneficial for many with borderline personality disorder.

Por Dr Matina Sotrilli
16.03.20
Psiquiatría

Guide to borderline personality disorder (BPD)

Our own human emotions can work against us at times, leading to difficulties and instability in life. Learn about borderline personality disorder (BPD) and treatment options, including dialectical behavioural therapy, from Dr Matina Sotrilli, a psychologist and expert in treating the condition.

depression, mental health, psychiatry, psychology, anxiety, loss of appetite, increased appetite

Por Dr Oscar D’Agnone
09.03.20
Psiquiatría

How common is depression and what are the symptoms?

Are you feeling low, lost your energy and lacking in appetite every day? If you're worried that your feeling depressed then there is always someone to talk to. We've asked highly-experienced psychiatrist Dr Oscar D'Agnone of The OAD Clinic to explain how depression presents and when you should seek professional help.

Woman lying on the floor looking at the ceiling

Por Dr Oscar D’Agnone
03.03.20
Psiquiatría

Addiction counselling talk therapy alcoholism

Recovering from alcoholism is a journey, and for many, a lifetime commitment. Alcohol addiction counselling can guide you along that road to recovery by giving you a safe space to speak to a specialist allowing you to be more aware of your problem and gain control of your addiction. Leading London psychiatrist, Dr Oscar D'Agnone, describes what happens when you attend a typical counselling session.