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Schizophrenia is the most common form of psychosis. It is a lifelong, condition, which can take on either a chronic form or a form with relapsing and remitting episodes of acute illness. It is a disorder which not only affects … Continue reading →

Social anxiety disorder is also known as social phobia. It is a fear of behaving in an embarrassing way whilst you talk or meet with other people, especially strangers. It can greatly affect your life. Treatment works well in many … Continue reading →

Introduction[1] Parasomnias may be defined as undesirable disorders of behaviour or experience that occur during sleep or its specific stages, or during sleep-wake transitions. Common behavioural problems include unwelcome verbal outbursts or movements. •Primary parasomnias arise without an underlying physical … Continue reading →

Psychiatric disorders during pregnancy and following delivery are common:[1] •For the majority of women who develop mental health problems during pregnancy, this is usually a mild depressive illness, often combined with anxiety. •Pregnancy protects against developing a serious mental illness … Continue reading →

People with bulimia nervosa have episodes of binge eating. This is followed by deliberately making themselves sick (self-induced vomiting) or other measures to counteract the excessive food intake. Treatments include talking therapies, and sometimes medicines and self-help measures. Many people … Continue reading →