Functional neurological disorder (FND), also known as Conversion Disorder, is a common but poorly understood condition. It is characterised by neurological symptoms that have no known neurological cause. A classic example is World War I soldiers on the battlefield who became paralyzed with no obvious physical cause. FND can include sensory symptoms, such as numbness, […]
The binge-drinking brain: new research finds differences in neural microstructure associated with binge-drinking behaviour.
Binge drinking is defined as the rapid intake of alcohol over a short period of time, with the intention to get drunk. This behaviour is most commonly seen in young adults, and is reported to be a major public health issue in the UK. Many consequences of binge drinking are well known, such as violent […]
Cambridge collaboration points to novel effects of naltrexone in alcohol dependence
Problematic alcohol use places a heavy burden on affected individuals, healthcare systems and society at large. While many of us consume alcohol recreationally, some at-risk individuals will suffer with chronic, relapsing alcohol dependence (AD). Those with AD struggle with binge drinking, and the repeated consumption of alcohol leads to greater tolerance and debilitating withdrawal during […]
Understanding the neural mechanisms of Compulsive Sexual Behavior
Compulsive Sexual behaviour (CSB), often referred to as sexual addiction, is a relatively common psychiatric condition that affects around 3-6% of the population. The condition is characterised by craving, impulsive behaviour, and social and occupational impairment related to sexual desire. CSB can have significant mental and physical health consequences, butresearch specifically focusing on CSB is relatively sparse. A group […]