The essential characteristic of delusional disorder is the presence of one or more delusions that persist for at least one month. During the 17th century, the concept of madness was primarily based on delirium, so “being crazy” was the same as “having delusions” and vice versa. So, what is a delusion?Continue Reading
An estimated 417 million people under age 50 worldwide have the herpes simplex virus. But what does this have to do with cognitive decline? A lot. A study reports that certain chronic viral infections, including the herpes simplex virus, may contribute to cognitive decline in otherwise healthy older adults. Herpes isContinue Reading
Panic disorder in children is not substantially different from panic disorder that an adult may suffer from. Perhaps the most differentiating element is the different interpretations of the symptoms that each person may have. But first of all, let’s see what panic disorder is. Panic disorder is an anxiety disorder. AnxietyContinue Reading
We have all heard of HIV and AIDS, but do we know what these concepts mean and what they imply? Can you differentiate between one or the other? Neither of them have the same meaning, nor do they have the same repercussions, so it is important to know them andContinue Reading
Many people do not show a level of life satisfaction that is in line with their living conditions. We could say that they have their needs covered and yet it is very difficult to see a smile on their face. We are talking about chronic dissatisfaction. Living in complaint is one ofContinue Reading
It happens suddenly. You feel your heart beating at full speed. All the alarm bells go off. – Oh, oh, what’s happening to me? Am I dying? – Panic washes over you and you start breathing faster and faster. You feel like you’re short of breath. – Am I going to drown?Continue Reading
“If your ears ring, someone is talking badly about you.” We’ve all heard this statement before, right? We may even believe it’s true or consider it just another superstition… But have you ever wondered what that ringing is? Maybe yes, maybe not. It is called tinnitus, the perception of aContinue Reading
With the arrival of spring, we feel that the days are longer and that the heat will give us the energy we need to face our daily routine. However, many people feel tired, with little desire to get going, and under a kind of emotional lethargy. This kind of drowsiness is knownContinue Reading
Cancer treatments are still very aggressive today. Although in a large number of cases the disease is overcome, there are undoubtedly important after-effects that are not always discussed. Some of these are cognitive impairment, poor concentration, or memory loss. These are side effects associated with what is known as chemobrain.Continue Reading
Today you have left work and, like every Friday afternoon, you have met up with your friends for a few drinks. It is your tradition and almost your only way of keeping in touch. But this afternoon will be different, one of your friends tells you some news that surprises youContinue Reading