Autism, or autism spectrum disorder, refers to a broad range of conditions characterised by challenges with social skills, repetitive behaviours, speech and nonverbal communication, as well as by unique strengths and differences. The exact causes of autism are not yet understood but researchers believe genetic, environmental and neurological factors play a part. In fact autism is probably not one single condition but encompasses a group of disorders that have their roots in a

A hospital in London has decided to decorate its walls to encourage wellbeing for its patients. Imagine, having white plain walls through out the hospital. No colour, no imagination. Just boring white walls. Some colour, some images and some creativity will improve your mode and it'll get you thinking. Dr Emma Whicher, medical director of south west London and St George’s NHS trust, meanwhile, recognises that “creativity improves wellbeing”. She explains that recovery goals,

Alzheimer’s disease is a type of dementia that is characterised by memory loss and behavioural changes. The cause is unknown at this time, and it has no cure. Most of its victims are age 65 and older, though early onset Alzheimer’s can begin in the 40s. Dementia describes a clinical syndrome that encompasses difficulties in memory, language, and behaviour that leads to impairments in activities of daily living. How can clinicians recognise dementia? Diagnosing dementia can be

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