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Mental and behavioural disorders (711 contents)
When should you see a psychodietitian?
It is worth seeing a psychodietitian when eating becomes a way of coping with emotions, when successive diets end in a return to old habits, or when it is difficult to put the principles of healthy...
Can probiotics help with the treatment of anxiety?
Selected probiotic strains, known as psychobiotics, may influence communication between the gut and the brain and help to alleviate stress and symptoms of anxiety. Some studies also suggest...
Untreated ADHD in children — what is the true cost of seemingly ‘coping’?
Does your child have ADHD? Do specialists recommend medication, yet you see that your child is somehow managing? Parent, this is not a good sign. Find out what the true cost of untreated ADHD and...
Is it just a slap? How physical punishment damages a child’s psychological development
A child is throwing a tantrum, not listening, constantly doing something they shouldn’t. In moments of helplessness, for some parents, a slap seems to be the easiest solution. The child calms down,...
Cardiology and psychiatry – co-occurring disorders
Modern medicine is increasingly moving away from an approach focused solely on individual conditions, and is instead looking at the patient as a whole. There is growing evidence pointing to close...
What does the initial contact with a patient experiencing a mental health crisis look like?
The first few minutes of contact with a patient experiencing a mental health crisis are crucial for their safety and for establishing further cooperation. The nurse should simultaneously observe the...
Am I just feeling sad, or am I already suffering from depression? When should I consult a psychiatrist?
Sadness, tiredness, trouble sleeping and a lack of enjoyment from things that used to bring you joy – is this just a rough patch, or is it depression? Find out how to recognise worrying symptoms and...
Do you use AI a lot? You might not be feeling your best!
Can artificial intelligence affect our well-being? Researchers have investigated the link between frequent use of AI and mental health.
The autism spectrum and personality disorders: why is an accurate diagnosis so important?
Autism spectrum disorders and personality disorders are two distinct groups of mental disorders. The former are associated with abnormalities present from early childhood, whilst the latter are...
Harvard research: the role of lithium in Alzheimer's
Could lithium deficiency be linked to the development of Alzheimer's disease? Research suggests that levels of this element may affect cognitive function and neurodegenerative processes in the brain.
Does diet have an impact on sleep apnoea?
Sleep apnoea is a sleep disorder involving repeated pauses in breathing during sleep, leading to hypoxia and frequent awakenings. The main risk factors include obesity, anatomical defects and...
Can I become a mother if I suffer from depression?
"When a woman suffering from depression thinks about motherhood, often the first emotion is not joy but fear. Fear for her own health and that of her child. Does the illness completely derail plans...
How to deal with professional burnout in nurses and midwives?
Professional burnout among nurses and midwives is a growing problem. Staff shortages, excessive workloads and too low wages are causing more and more workers in this sector to leave not only the beds...
MBSR - can a few weeks of mindfulness practice change your life?
When was the last time you were truly present in the here and now? Today's reality requires us to be constantly available - to our employer, friends, family, but not to ourselves. More and more of us...
Crisis in child psychiatry or crisis in parenting?
For years, child psychiatry has received a lot of attention in the media space. Opinions vary as to what is responsible for the mental state of Polish children. Some centre around global crises,...
'I don't know what I'm feeling' - what is alexithymia and can it be cured?
"I don't know what I'm feeling" - sometimes it's just a temporary disorientation after a difficult day. But for some people this phrase is an everyday occurrence. In a world that is getting louder...
Anxiety in young adults. Why does it increasingly affect 18-30 year-olds?
Until a decade or so ago, anxiety disorders were mainly associated with middle-aged people, burdened by work and family responsibilities. Today, the problem is increasingly affecting young adults....
New research uncovers repetitive profiles in people on the autism spectrum
Is the autism spectrum based only on variations in symptoms? A study by a group of scientists, published in the journal Nature Genetics in July 2025, sheds new light on the knowledge gathered so far...
Can Alzheimer's be cured? Find out about the latest discovery by foreign scientists!
Alzheimer's is one of those diagnoses that most of us dread. Memory loss, sudden mood changes, disorientation in familiar surroundings - these are symptoms that strike fear not only in older people,...
A break from social media? It will improve your mental state!
The lives of many people around the world have taken on a virtual dimension. Literally everywhere - in the park, in a restaurant, in a club at a party or on public transport we see people staring at...
The impact of social media on the young psyche - how do you know if a teenager has a problem?
The impact of social media on teenage mental health has been talked about for years. However, a study of 3340 teenagers did not just focus on the impact of social media on the young psyche....
New standards for perinatal care put the focus on the mother's mental health
A new Decree of the Minister of Health has been issued regarding the perinatal care of pregnant women. It also takes into account the mental health of women. Find out what changes have taken place...
Climate depression - when does caring for the planet become a psychological burden?
Can the anxiety, sadness and sense of hopelessness associated with climate change be described as climate depression? Progressive climate change: the problem of access to water, increasingly...
Pathways of a parent of a child on the autism spectrum: challenges and where to find help
Today, autism spectrum disorders (ASD) are being diagnosed in an increasing number of children. Diagnosis is one thing, dealing with a child on the spectrum is another, usually much more challenging...
