DMDD in Children: Disruptive Mood Dysregulation vs Childhood Bipolar

When a child shows severe irritability and frequent temper tantrums, parents often wonder whether these behaviours signal a serious mood disorder. Two conditions that are commonly confused are DMDD in children and childhood bipolar disorder. Understanding the difference between DMDD and bipolar in kids is essential because the diagnosis determines...

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Psychologist vs. Psychiatrist: Key Differences in Mental Health

Mental health problems have become a worldwide problem, affecting millions of people who seek professional help. Many people do not know where to turn when faced with the dilemma of choosing between a psychologist and a psychiatrist. The difference between a psychologist and a psychiatrist is important in making an...

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Can ADHD in Children Be Cured?

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a neurodevelopmental disorder that affects many children globally. Living with the condition can have many challenges; therefore, many parents wonder if ADHD in children can be cured. However, ADHD cannot be cured but instead is managed with the right support.   Early diagnosis and individualised...

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The Summer Conundrum – Mental Health Issues

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Paying Attention to Attention-Deficit/ Hyperactivity Disorder

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Identifying and Treating Anorexia: What to do?

With an average age of onset of 15 years, anorexia nervosa stands to have a prevalence of 0.3% among young women, while having the highest mortality rate of any psychiatric disorder (Morries & Twaddle, 2007).  According to DSM-5, anorexia nervosa is characterized by an intense, irrational fear of gaining weight,...

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