Pregnancy theoretically is a good form of stress known as eustress. There can be several All over the world we know that 10% of pregnant women and 13% of women in the post-partum ( after delivery) period. Symptoms of depression are persistent low or non reactive mood for more than 2 weeks, sleep disturbances, appetite…
Why am I asked to do regular ECGs on my medications? ECG also known as Electrocardiogram. This in simple terms is a tracing of the heart. The heart consists of 4 chambers (two upper known as the atrium and lower 2 known as ventricles). The action of the heart depends on depolarization and repolarization of…
MODAFINIL What is modafinil? The chemical composition or name of modafinil is 2-[(diphenylmethyl) sulfinyl] acetamide Modafinil is a Psychostimulant and a central nervous system stimulant. It has properties such as keeping a person awake, enhancing cognitive functions and bettering memory. It is used in some conditions such as narcolepsy which is a sleep related issue…
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy is a form of psychotherapy also known as third wave of CBT. It was founded by Steven Hayes in 1982. The Holy Grail of Mankind seems to be Happiness. We all want to be happy but yet the elusive concept of happiness evades us no end. The reason for this is…
You may be looking into this blog as you have been prescribed quetiapine and to learn more about this medication and to see what it’s characteristics are like. Quetiapine as a class of medication belongs to atypical antipsychotic group of medications. It can used as a primary medication or as an add on to other…
OCD is a Brain Disorder which presents with intrusive, unwanted thoughts known as obsessions and some behaviour or counter thoughts to neutralize the obsessions. These countering thoughts or behaviours are known as compulsions. Let us see the kind of brain dysfunction and changes occur with OCD. There are several cortical and subcortical circuits in the…
ADHD in its full form is known as Attention Deficit Hyperkinetic Disorder. It is a neurodevelopmental disorder and has traditionally been thought to occur only in children. However, more and more evidence suggests that 50-65% of the symptoms persist to Adulthood. DSM 5 is a classificatory system which defines the criteria for diagnosis of various…
Executive functions dictate self regulation. In ADHD dysfunction in verbal learning, verbal memory, psychomotor speed and sustained attention is noted. Some tests are used clinically to assess executive functions in adults with ADHD. These tests are simple clinic based tests that is used to assess various aspects of executive functions. These difficulties can be problematic…
Mr Peter (fictional character), a 35-year-old single software professional has decided to bake a cake. The sight and smell of a lovely chocolate cake fills his mind and waters his mouth. Mr Peter also suffers from Adult ADHD. The big question which determines his ability to complete the task of baking a cake is his…
What is the main treatment for schizophrenia? The mainstay treatment of schizophrenia is long term antipsychotic medications. This is given by either tablets or injections. Your psychiatrist may prescribe other medications including anti-depressants or mood stabilizers if required to control other mood related symptoms if any. Lifestyle management with optimal diet, relaxation and exercise…
