Addictions
Addiction is defined as a chronic dysfunction in the brain that typically involves motivation, memory and reward. What are the most common types of addiction and how do you recognise the signs?
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Lupus
Lupus is a chronic autoimmune disease which causes inflammation throughout the body. Here's how to recognise the signs and learn to treat, and better cope with the condition ...
Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
Post-traumatic stress disorder is often most associated with war veterans, but anyone who is exposed to a traumatic event in their lives can develop this condition. Learn more about PTSD and how to go about making a full recovery here ...
Blood type and memory problems
Your vascular system and your brain have been seen to have a number of things in common, therefore, your blood type may have a role to play in your memory...
What are the symptoms of Alzheimer’s?
Alzheimer's is a condition that appears in stages as the disease progresses. In order to understand the disease and its symptoms, it helps to understand these stages...
What are the signs of addiction?
A healthy level of self-control is at the core of any addictive behaviour. Here's how to recognise the signs of addiction ...
Symptoms of lupus
Signs and symptoms of lupus vary between mild and severe. These are some of the common (and less common) symptoms to look out for ...
How does lupus affect the body?
Lupus, as a condition, can affect multiple areas of the body. We break down some of the more common portions that the condition typically affects.
How can Lyme disease affect the body and what are the symptoms?
Lyme disease is referred to as an imitation disease as the condition itself mimics a number of similar symptoms with other conditions, some of these include headaches, fever and body aches...
What are the early signs of dementia?
There are some vital signs of dementia that can be detected during the initial stages of the condition that will allow for early diagnosis and treatment...
Signs and symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
Signs and symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) can be intense for a person experiencing them. Here's how to recognise the signs and seek appropriate treatment.
Signs and symptoms of Cushing’s syndrome
An excess of cortisol circulating the body can lead to numerous problems in the body. Here are some of the characteristic signs and symptoms of Cushing's syndrome ...
Signs and symptoms of thyroid dysfunction
Dysfunction of the thyroid can result in numerous signs and symptoms. Here's what happens to the body based on the most common underlying causes of the condition ...
What are the symptoms of dissociative identity disorder?
Dissociative identity disorder has several symptoms that can be rather prominent, the section that follows explains these...