OUTLINE Introduction Epidemiology Aetiology Diagnosis Differential diagnosis Comorbidities Management Conclusion INTRODUCTION Autism spectrum disorder was first describe by Leo Kanner in 1943 Autism spectrum disorders are a group of neurodevelopmental syndrome characterize by impairment in 3 domains Social communication (verbal…
OUTLINE •Introduction •Types of memory •Processes of memory •Forgetting and retrieval •Disorders of memory •Tests of memory •Conclusion. INTRODUCTION/DEFINITION •Memory is the ability to encode, store, retain, and recall information and past experiences. •Psychological functions such as thinking, learning, and…
OUTLINE Definition Epidemiology Classification Pathogenesis Clinical features Investigations Diagnosis Complications Treatment DIABETES MELLITUS – Definition Group of metabolic disorders characterized by: ◦Hyperglycaemia due to ◦Deficiencies of Insulin action and/or secretion leading to ◦Disturbances in metabolism of: Carbohydrate Fat Protein Associated…
By Elizabeth Eguare The Director of Nursing Services Department in Federal Neuro-Psychiatric Hospital Uselu Benin City, Mr. Jeremiah E. Agbidi launched a book titled “Ward Administration and Management: the nurse clinician’s handbook,” on Wednesday 15th June, 2022. The occasion which…
OUTLINE ´OBJECTIVES ´INTRODUCTION ´EPIDERMIOLOGY ´ICD 10 DIAGNOSTIC CRITERIA OF SCHIZOPHRENIA ´ICD 11 DIAGNOSTIC CRITRERIA OF SCHIZOPHRENIA ´CHANGES FROM ICD-10 TO ICD-11 ´CONCLUSION ´REFERENCES INTRODUCTION ´Schizophrenia is a disorder that is characterized by distortions of thinking, and perception and by an…
OUTLINE •OBJECTIVES •INTRODUCTION •NEUROPHYSIOLOGY OF AROUSAL •IMPORTANCE OF AROUSAL •BALANCE OF AROUSAL •AROUSAL AND PERSONALITY •SLEEP GENERATING SYSTEMS IN THE BRAIN •SLEEP CYCLE •STAGES OF SLEEP •DISORDERS OF SLEEP •CONCLUSION •REFERENCES INTRODUCTION •Arousal is important in regulating consciousness, attention, alertness,…
OUTLINE: INTRODUCTION: •The cell is the structural and functional unit of life – the basic building block of living systems. •Cells have the capability to effectively utilize enzymes, which have outstanding catalytic efficiency. •Enzymes are crucial for cellular metabolism. •Every…
By Favour O. Usiobaifo The Medical and Dental Consultants Association of Nigeria (MDCAN) University of Benin Teaching Hospital (UBTH) chapter had on Thursday 2nd June, 2022 paid a courtesy visit to the Management of Federal Neuro-Psychiatric Hospital, Benin City. The…
By Favour O. Usiobaifo The newly elected executive of Senior Staff Association of Universities Teaching Hospital, Research Institutes and Associated Institutions (SSAUTHRIAI) Uselu hospital chapter has on Tuesday 31st May, 2022 paid a courtesy visit to the Medical Director of…
OUTLINE• INTRODUCTION• OBJECTIVE• TYPES OF EATING DISORDERS• ANOREXIA NERVOSA• RECOMMENDATION/CONCLUSION• REFERENCES INTRODUCTION• Eating disorders are characterized by abnormalities in the pattern of eating and the amount and nature of food eaten.• Some eating disorders are characterised by a desire for…