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Dietary Guidelines for Pancreatitis

Inflammation of the pancreas is referred to as pancreatitis. The pancreas is a flat tadpole-shaped gland located at the back of the stomach in the upper abdomen; it releases certain enzymes and hormones which help in digestion and aids in regulating sugar metabolism in the body.

5 Mar 2019

The Neocortex and Motor Commands

The neocortex, meaning ‘new bark’ in Latin, is thought by evolutionists to be the newest addition to the mammalian brain.

5 Mar 2019

What is the Neocortex?

The neocortex is part of the human brain’s cerebral cortex where higher cognitive functioning is thought to originate from. Due to the natural grooves and ridges in the brain, the neocortex is comprised of four main lobes with specific functions.

5 Mar 2019

What are the Symptoms of Coloboma?

A coloboma is an eye abnormality present at birth that results from the absence of some tissues in certain parts of the eye. One or both eyes may be affected.

26 Feb 2019

Reducing Chest Pain Caused by Anxiety

Chest pain is one of the most common symptoms associated with anxiety/panic attack and chest pain due to anxiety could be cardiac or non-cardiac in origin.

26 Feb 2019

What is a Vitrectomy?

The aim of the procedure in most cases is to remove the vitreous humour to allow access to other parts of the eye.

26 Feb 2019

What is Small Fiber Neuropathy?

Small Fiber Neuropathy (SFN) is a disorder in which the small diameter sensory myelinated (Aδ) and unmyelinated (C fiber) nerves of the peripheral nervous system are damaged.

26 Feb 2019

What is Nyctalopia?

Nyctalopia is the name for a symptom characterized by the reduced ability to see at night and in low light conditions. It is also called night-blindness. While it isn’t a medical condition in and of itself, it can be a symptom of another disorder.

26 Feb 2019

Psychological Intervention Strategies for Dissociative Amnesia

Dissociative amnesia is a psychological disorder characterized by retrospective memory gaps which include the inability to recall personal information which might be related to a stressful or traumatic event. The symptoms can also be comorbid with a range of other disorders including those experienced in obsessive-compulsive disorder and personality disorders.

21 Feb 2019

Travelling with a Child Who Has Autism

Sticking to a predictable daily routine, with little manoeuvrability for change, is commonplace for a lot of children with autism. Deviating from routine can lead to anxiety, meltdowns, tantrums and problems with trust.

21 Feb 2019

What is Dissociative Amnesia?

Dissociative amnesia is a psychological disorder whereby an individual has a marked deficit in the ability to recall information, usually following a traumatic or stressful event.

19 Feb 2019

The Neocortex and Sensory Perception

The neocortex comprises the largest part of the cerebral cortex and is the outermost layer that covers the structures of the brain. Comprised of four main lobes with specific functions, the cortex contains an abundance of physical structures that are involved in a range of processes including sensory perception.

19 Feb 2019

What Causes Ocular Hypertension?

Ocular hypertension is a condition wherein the internal pressure of the eye becomes higher than the normal.

5 Mar 2019

Recognizing the Signs of Major Depressive Disorder (MDD)

While MDD can present in multiple forms, signs and symptoms can vary between individuals and be difficult to differentiate from other forms of depression.

28 Feb 2019

Preventing Ocular Hypertension

Regular eye exams and prophylactic eye drops are just two of the steps that can be taken to prevent ocular hypertension and thus, glaucoma.

28 Feb 2019

Ocular Hypertension: Diagnosis and Treatment

Ocular hypertension is diagnosed by measuring the pressure in the eye and various imaging techniques. It can be treated using eye drops or surgery.

28 Feb 2019

Natural Remedies for Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)

Thought to affect approximately 6% of those in the US, SAD can be alleviated by a range of natural remedies.

28 Feb 2019

Managing Major Depressive Disorder (MDD)

Major Depressive Disorder (MDD) can be managed using therapies such as CBT, or pharmacological intervention.

28 Feb 2019

Stressors Associated with Takotsubo Cardiomyopathy

Takotsubo cardiomyopathy (TCM) is a serious heart condition, also known as stress-induced cardiomyopathy or broken heart syndrome. It is unique in up to 75-85% of patients with this condition, it is triggered by a stressful event, which occurs from minutes to hours before the onset of clinical symptoms. In 15-25% of patients there is no identifiable stress trigger. The stressors may be classified as emotional and physical.

5 Mar 2019