Dr Abrar HussainJul 72 minWork and mental healthIn my practice, work and its role in mental health is a common point of discussion. The impact of our work environment on our well-being...
Dr Abrar HussainJun 22 minNeurodiversityThe understanding of neurodiversity has undergone a significant shift in recent years. Neurodivergence includes a range of neurological...
Dr Abrar HussainJan 272 minReflections on the last 10 yearsI have now been a consultant psychiatrist for over a decade and it has been an absolute privilege to make a difference to many patients...
Dr Abrar HussainAug 18, 20222 minDo Medications work?Medications can form an important part of the care plan in mental health. A holistic treatment approach involves medication (biological),...
Dr Abrar HussainMar 12, 20222 minNeurosis and Psychosis I attended an interesting conference organised by the Royal College of Psychiatrists in early 2022. The focus of the discussion was on...
Dr Abrar HussainNov 1, 20212 minSeeing a psychiatristFor some, it can feel daunting to see a psychiatrist. Meeting someone new and explaining what is going on can be difficult. This article...
Dr Abrar HussainJun 25, 20212 minStructure of the brainThe brain is a complex and fascinating organ, it carries out complicated tasks and deals with lots of information from the surroundings....
Dr Abrar HussainMay 2, 20212 minSuicidal thoughtsPsychiatrists often see people who experience suicidal thoughts. These thoughts can be distressing and scary.
Dr Abrar HussainMar 20, 20214 minDepression and its managementWhat is Depression? How does it differ from sadness? Feeling sad is a normal human experience and in most cases, an appropriate emotional...
Dr Abrar HussainFeb 6, 20213 minMedically Unexplained Symptoms (MUS)What are Medically Unexplained Symptoms? Medically Unexplained Symptoms (MUS) are physical symptoms where medical tests are unable to...
Dr Abrar HussainJan 9, 20214 minDealing with psychological traumaWhat is psychological trauma? Experiencing a distressing event that threatens our sense of safety can evoke an emotional response in us....