235: Psychiatry medical articles

Anxiety is one of the most common mental health issues. Not only is it just an emotion that everyone experiences, but it can be a condition that is a heavy burden for those who have it. In this article, a consultant psychiatrist helps us to better understand anxiety, how it can manifest as physical symptoms and how it can mitigated.

An ADHD diagnosis is useful to help people understand their symptoms and how they relate to the condition.

By Dr Chandan Aladakatti
08.11.24
Psychiatry

Why is it helpful to get a diagnosis for ADHD?

Getting a diagnosis for attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) can be a significant and positive step for individuals who may have been struggling with symptoms that impact their daily life. A formal diagnosis provides clarity, validation and access to appropriate support and treatment.

Written by Top Doctors
Psychiatry

The modern-day complexity of ADHD diagnosis explored

In this article, distinguished consultant psychiatrist, Dr Paul Moutray, provides a fascinating insight into the modern-day complexity of ADHD diagnosis, discussing how social media can do more harm than good in this regard.

Written by Top Doctors
Psychiatry

ADHD and emotional regulation: navigating mood swings and impulsivity

ADHD, meaning attention-deficit and hyperactivity disorder, is a neurodivergent condition with many characteristics that can prevent a person from engaging appropriately with tasks and other people. In the same way that ADHD makes it difficult to stay focused on one task and energy levels, the emotions may be similarly turbulent and hard to keep in check. This is known as emotional dysregulation. In this article, a renowned consultant psychiatrist shares his tips for navigating mood swings and impulsive emotions.

Woman who experiences compulsive and hyperactive thinking.

By Dr Mohan Rathnaiah
05.11.24
Psychiatry

Psychiatric treatment of compulsive/hyperactive thinking

Compulsive or hyperactive thinking is often characterised by repetitive, uncontrollable thoughts that can overwhelm a person's mental space. These thought patterns are commonly associated with conditions such as obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), anxiety disorders, and attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). Psychiatric treatment aims to address the underlying causes of these thought patterns and help patients regain control over their mental state.

By Dr Nagaraj Konappa
04.11.24
Psychiatry

Bipolar disorder: the two sides of the same coin

Bipolar disorder is a mental health condition where moods on opposite sides of the spectrum are experienced at extremes. In this article, a renowned consultant psychiatrist shares insight into this often misunderstood disorder.

By Dr Azmath Khan
01.11.24
Psychiatry

PTSD: Recognising the signs and finding help

Experiencing a traumatic event can leave lasting emotional effects, and for some, these effects develop into post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). While it’s natural to feel unsettled after trauma, PTSD can bring intense and ongoing symptoms that interfere with daily life. We speak to leading consultant psychiatrist Dr Azmath Khan, who explains causes and treatment for PTSD.

By Dr Juhi Sharma
30.10.24
Psychiatry

How can stress and burnout be prevented?

In this article, revered consulant psychiatrist, Dr Juhi Sharma, explores the relationship between stress and burnout, and explains how both can be effectively managed and prevented.

Man whose mental health is affected by a head injury

By Dr Samr Dawood
22.10.24
Psychiatry

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.