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By Dr Oscar D’Agnone
08.04.20
Psychiatry

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.

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By Dr Oscar D’Agnone
01.04.20
Psychiatry

Is it easy to become addicted to opioid painkillers when living in 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.

By Dr Oscar D’Agnone
20.03.20
Psychiatry

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.

By Dr Matina Sotrilli
16.03.20
Psychiatry

Your 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

By Dr Oscar D’Agnone
09.03.20
Psychiatry

How common is depression and what are the symptoms?

Are you feeling low, lost your energy and lacking in appetite most days? 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

By Dr Oscar D’Agnone
03.03.20
Psychiatry

Addiction counselling: using talk therapy to treat 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.

A distraught person is sitting on the ground and leaning against her bed. They are crying.

By Dr Lars Davidsson
28.02.20
Psychiatry

Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD): who does it affect?

If you, or someone you know, is experiencing avoidance behaviour and insomnia among other symptoms after a traumatic event, you may have PTSD. Dr Lars Davidsson is a highly trained consultant psychiatrist at the Anglo European Clinic and in this article, he explains the symptoms of PTSD, complex PTSD and how to make a smooth transition to regain your life after an incident.

By Dr Lars Davidsson
27.01.20
Psychiatry

Cyberbullying: how to stay safe on social media

These days, it's very easy to become a victim of cyberbullying through the means of platforms such as Facebook or Whatsapp. One of our top psychiatrists Dr Lars Davidsson explains why some people might feel the need to bully and the impact that it can have on someone's mental wellbeing.

By Dr Lars Davidsson
20.01.20
Psychiatry

Drug addiction and willpower

Addition and drug use can have some detrimental effects on our lives. Meet Dr Lars Davidsson, a consultant psychiatrist at the Anglo European Clinic. We spoke to talk about what it means to abuse drugs or have a drug addiction. We also found out what it takes to go sober and some of the treatment options available.

By Professor Debora Elijah
17.01.20
Psychiatry

PROSCIG®: how to develop your child's social communication skills

Having trouble with your little one's social and behavioural skills? We've talked to one of our top neuropsychiatrists Dr Debora Elijah about her unique intervention program that helps children who are in need of developing these important skills.

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