Identifying body dysmorphic disorder in general practice Dr Magadalena Simonis talks about recognising young patients who are experiencing body dysmorphic disorder – and what to do next.
Researcher calls for rethink of diagnostic criteria for anorexia One third of adolescents hospitalised with life-threatening anorexia nervosa are not underweight.
Federal Government commits $110.7m funding towards treatment of eating disorders Patients will be able to access up to 60 appointments with psychologists and dietitians.
New action plan for fetal alcohol spectrum disorder The Federal Government has announced a new national action plan and $7.2 million in funding to fight FASD.
New national guideline provides ‘very clear process’ for diagnosis of autism GP and autism advocate Dr James Best believes the guideline will prove helpful for patients, their families, and the GPs and other clinicians conducting assessments.
Hidden impact of bleeding disorders This week is Bleeding Disorder Awareness Week. Haemophilia Foundation Australia is raising awareness about the inherited condition and its impact on the sufferers and their families.
Too clean? Potential dietary deficiencies of clean eating Dietitian Susie Burrell looks at ‘clean eating’ and its possible health impacts.
Advisory group plans to improve NDIS outcomes for Australians with autism The Autism Advisory Group, established as a voice for people with autism participating in the National Disability Insurance Scheme, announced its four key issues of focus for the next 12 months.
Talking about fetal alcohol spectrum disorder Early intervention can positively improve life outcomes of individuals with fetal alcohol spectrum disorder.
Muscle dysmorphia: Recognising a growing problem among young men Dr Scott Griffiths, a psychologist and NHMRC Fellow at the University of Melbourne, wants GPs to know that eating and body image disorders are not just women’s issues – or always about keeping thin.