In a significant milestone, the Federal Neuro-Psychiatric Hospital (FNPH) in Benin City has expanded its services to include surgery, obstetrics/gynaecology, specialized cardiology, and neurology, bridging the gap between mental health care and specialized treatments. According to the Chief Medical Director/CEO,…
OUTLINE Introduction Epidemiology Aetiology Clinical features Comorbidities Diagnosis Management Conclusion INTRODUCTION Autism spectrum disorders are a group of neurodevelopmental syndrome characterized by impairment in: Social communication (verbal and non verbal). Restricted, repetitive behavior.
OUTLINE Introduction Diagnostic criteria Definition of terms Addiction cycle Phases of addiction process Factors that increases risk of addiction Theories of addiction Treatment Complications of addiction Conclusion References INTRODUCTION Addiction is a state of dependence produced either by the habitual…
OUTLINE Objectives Introduction Definition of terms Reasons for integration Complexity of integration Prinicples of integration Mhgap Models of integrations Challenges Conclusion References INTRODUCTION The management and treatmentย of mental disorders in primary care is a fundamental step which enables the…
The Management of Federal Neuro-Psychiatric Hospital, Benin City recently organized a comprehensive capacity-building training for the middle-level managers (i.e. Heads of Unit). The training which was aimed to enhance the managerial skills and knowledge of the Heads of Unit held…
OUTLINE Introduction Diagnostic criteria Definition of terms Addiction cycle Phases of addiction process Factors that increases risk of addiction Theories of addiction Treatment Complications of addiction Conclusion References INTRODUCTION โขAddiction is a state of dependence produced either by the habitual…
The newly formed Alumni executive of the School of Psychiatric Nursing (SOPN) of Federal Neuro-Psychiatric Hospital Benin City (FNPHBenin) held its inaugural meeting on Monday 13th May 2024. It is worthy of note that this is first of its kind…
The Medical Director, Dr. Imafidon O. Agbonile led the MDs and CEOs of federal neuropsychiatric hospitals in the country to a presentation to the House of Representatives Committee on Specialty Healthcare on May 15, 2024. Present at the hearing for…
Outline Introduction Definition of unconsciousness Components of unconsciousness Causes of coma Pathogenesis of coma Approach to the unconscious patient Prognosis Differential diagnosis of coma Brain death References Introduction Consciousness is the state of being aware and responsive to…
The Hon. Minister for Health and Social Welfare, Prof. Ali Pate was given an award of excellence by the Hallmarks of Labour Foundation at its 27th anniversary awards held at the Prestigious Oriental hotel, Lekki, Lagos on Saturday, 20th April…