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Psychiatry (930 contents)
Guanfacine in the treatment of ADHD: how is it used?
Over the last few years, public awareness of ADHD has increased significantly. More and more diagnoses of hyperkinetic disorders are being made, and there is a growing understanding of the problems...
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...
The impact of parental stress on children's emotion regulation
A parent's boundaries and emotional resources are the foundation of a child's safety. When they are crossed day after day, stress and then burnout occur. The child, although he or she does not yet...
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...
New antidepressants - what is changing in the treatment of depression?
Despite the wide availability of classic antidepressants, many patients do not achieve remission. Recent developments in the treatment of depression include drugs that act faster and target new...
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...
'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....
More and more psychiatric sick leave: what do the data say?
In recent years, there has been a clear increase in the number of sick leave issued due to mental disorders. Data from recent years published by the Social Insurance Institution shows that problems...
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...
Vitamin C positively influences skin condition
Vitamin C from food can significantly affect the skin's ability to produce collagen and regenerate. This is the finding of a group of researchers from the University of Otago's Faculty of Medicine,...
Attention in ADHD - how do the medications work?
Excessive energy, concentration problems, mood changes, impulsivity - these are symptoms that parents of children with ADHD know well. Some opt for medication, others approach it with trepidation....
Sleep or exercise? Sleep!
Physical activity and an adequate amount of sleep contribute to our better wellbeing and health. However, recent studies have shown that while increased physical activity has an impact on better...
Psychiatry Medforum 2025 through the eyes of a participant - report on inpatient participation
The 19th International Congress of the Medforum Psychiatry series was held on 11-13 December 2025. As every year, the event took place at the Golebiewski Hotel in Wisła. The keynote of this year's...
Can life after trauma be good? What you need to know about trauma and what treatment methods are available
The common perception is that an accident, violence or the death of a loved one almost automatically leads to trauma. However, this is only part of the truth. What is trauma really and can it be...
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...
More physical activity reduces the risk of dementia!
With increasing life expectancy, the number of people struggling with dementia is increasing. Although there is still no effective cure for this condition, a growing body of research indicates that...
Psychologist professional confidentiality: when does it apply and when must it be broken?
Can everything be said in a psychologist? Is the information provided in therapy protected? What is professional confidentiality?
About the pros and cons of online therapy - everything you need to know!
In response to growing demand, more and more psychotherapists are offering online therapy. This is a convenient solution for both the professional and the patient. Can this form of contact be as...
What can loneliness in childhood result in?
Loneliness in childhood may be associated with impaired cognitive skills and an increased risk of dementia in adulthood, to a much greater extent than loneliness experienced in adulthood. This is the...
Link between autism spectrum and vitamin D and iron deficiencies under study
Children on the autism spectrum are significantly more likely to have vitamin D and iron deficiencies than in the general population. This was the conclusion reached by a group of researchers from...
