A systematic review of impulsivity in eating disorders

A systematic review of impulsivity in eating disorders , European Eating Disorders Review, 2009 ,Volume 17 Issue 6, Pages 408 - 425 Samantha E. Waxman Abstract: The purpose of this paper is to conduct a systematic review of the current literature that examines impulsivity in individuals with eating disorders (ED). Studies were obtained from Embase, Pubmed and Psycinfo, and were included [...]

Jigsaws and dementia diagnosis

Jigsaws and dementia diagnosis A failing memory may not be the first sign of Alzheimer’s disease,” according to the BBC. It reported that a study has found that “spatial skills, such as reading a map or completing a jigsaw, seem to be the first to falter”. Researchers found that these skills appeared to decline sharply [...]

Using images to capture and share service users’ spirituality

Using images to capture and share service users’ spirituality, A Life in the Day, 2009 Nov; 13(4): 12-5 H Bryce – Sheffield, (Sort) Abstract: This article explores some of the images and words that service users choose to capture and represent their unique spirituality. It was written using material that service users produced as part [...]

Developing high performing employment services for people with mental illness…

Developing high performing employment services for people with mental illness…, International Journal of Therapy & Rehabilitation, 2009 Sep; 16(9): 502-11 Brown, D J Abstract: Aims: This analysis examined employment outcomes achieved by a supported employment service in Hawke’s Bay, New Zealand. The evaluation aimed to identify opportunities and challenges for ongoing service development, and to [...]

Service innovation: the first year of lifestyle clinics for psychiatric out-patients

Service innovation: the first year of lifestyle clinics for psychiatric out-patients, Psychiatric Bulletin (2009) 33: 445-448 Ross Hamilton, Consultant Psychiatrist NHSGrampian, Royal Cornhill Hospital, Aberdeen AB25 2ZH Abstract: AIMS AND METHOD We sought to develop and introduce annual physical health checks and offer lifestyle advice for out-patients diagnosed with schizophrenia or bipolar disorder in two [...]