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  1. Depression

    Depression (major depressive disorder) is a mood disorder characterised by low mood which persists for weeks or months and has a significant impact on daily life. It is a common disorder and the WHO estimates that around 5% of adults globally are affected.

    Aetiology

    efaccena - 05/06/2023 - 12:55pm

  2. Generalised anxiety disorder (GAD)

    GAD is one of the most commonly diagnosed mental health disorders and its symptoms and consequences put pressure on both general practice and emergency departments. It is generally defined as chronic, excessive worry lasting more than six months which is having a disruptive impact on a person’s life. GAD does not include anxiety that is part of another mental health disorder, a result of substance misuse or another health condition (e.g. hyperthyroidism). However, it often occurs in association with major depression.

    efaccena - 05/06/2023 - 11:35am

  3. Endocrine peptides

    Endocrine peptides are the proteinaceous subset of the hormones produced by the glands of the endocrine system. The major endocrine glands include the pineal gland, pituitary gland, pancreas, ovaries, testes, thyroid gland, parathyroid gland, hypothalamus, gastrointestinal tract and adrenal glands. Endocrine hormones regulate a vast array of bodily functions including metabolism, growth and development, tissue function, sexual function, reproduction, sleep, and mood.

    efaccena - 07/03/2016 - 2:09pm

  4. Positive inotropic drugs: Cardiac glycosides (digoxin)

    Digoxin is a member of a class of drugs known as the cardiac glycosides that also includes digitoxin and ouabain.

    efaccena - 10/07/2018 - 9:04am

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