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Self-esteem: 4 steps to feel better about yourself If you have low self-esteem, harness the power of your own thoughts and beliefs to change how you feel about yourself. Start with these four steps to a healthier self-esteem. By Mayo … Continue reading →

Stress incontinence is the most common form of incontinence. It means you leak urine when you increase the pressure on the bladder, as in coughing, sneezing or exercise. It happens when the pelvic floor muscles that support the bladder are … Continue reading →

Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a common condition that mainly affects behaviour. It is usually diagnosed in children but can affect adults. Symptoms include persistent restlessness, impulsiveness and/or inattention. The diagnosis is made after a detailed assessment. Treatment includes … Continue reading →

Panic disorder is a condition where you have recurring panic attacks. Many people with panic disorder also develop agoraphobia. This means you avoid many places, and may not even go out from your home, due to fear of having a … Continue reading →

The female reproductive system consists of the ovaries, Fallopian tubes, uterus, vagina and the vulva. At birth all the woman’s immature follicles lie dormant in the ovaries. No more are produced. This is an important consideration – eg, in childhood … Continue reading →

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 →