Generalised anxiety disorder This episode explores generalised anxiety disorder, including identification and and diagnosis in the primary care setting, as well as the questions GPs can ask and key signs to consider.
‘Watch this space’: GPs to become more involved in NDIS The revelation comes as the Federal Government accepts almost all 29 recommendations from the landmark Tune review as part of an effort to reduce wait times and improve services.
Borderline personality disorder Hosts Dr Gill Singleton and Dr Billy Stoupas discuss some of the issues surrounding the diagnosis, treatment and stigma of borderline personality disorder.
Australia’s most common eating disorder is under-recognised: Expert It represents nearly half of all eating disorders, is as common in men as it is in women, and affects around one million people.
Why is Australia’s most common genetic disorder so hard to pick up? Iron overload disorder – haemochromatosis – is debilitating and can be fatal.
People experiencing psoriasis and asthma receive PBS relief Patients with urea cycle disorder will also benefit from the new round of listings.
Young mums more likely to have children with ADHD Research has found the genetic risk of ADHD in children is particularly strong for women aged younger than 20 when they give birth.
RACGP to upskill GPs in harm minimisation and AOD use A new education program is designed to help GPs develop skills in addressing alcohol and other drug use in their communities.
‘It’s not PMS’: Shining a light on premenstrual dysphoric disorder The disorder was recently added to the WHO list of diseases, yet latest preliminary findings show it takes an average of 12 years for an Australian woman to be diagnosed.
Genetic link to anorexia ‘a great relief’ for patients New research showing a genetic link to the eating disorder may help reduce stigma and aid treatment.