Learning Test your knowledge of neurodevelopment and neurological conditions From ADHD and autism, to multiple sclerosis and seizure disorders, neurological conditions affect a huge proportion of the UK population. Here, test your knowledge of these common and often complex conditions.…Published: 20 June 2025
Learning Case-based learning: understanding and managing levetiracetam-induced psychiatric symptoms This article highlights the psychiatric adverse effects of levetiracetam, emphasising the importance of recognising these effects rather than attributing them to an organic diagnosis.…Published: 17 June 2025
Learning Bipolar disorder in adults: symptoms, diagnosis and management A detailed overview of the different types of bipolar disease and treatments.…Published: 10 June 2025
Learning Stimulant and non-stimulant agents for ADHD This medication guide details the different types of treatments for attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, for both adults and children.…Published: 11 April 2025
Learning Recognition and management of delirium An overview of delirium, its symptoms and subtypes, including how to assess and diagnose, with an overview of non-pharmacological and pharmacological management.…Published: 4 February 2025
Learning Prescribing dilemma: clozapine prescribing in prison The third article of our new prescribing dilemmas series, exploring real-world dilemmas that pharmacist prescribers encounter in clinical practice.…Published: 19 November 2024
Learning Schizophrenia: symptoms, diagnosis and treatment How pharmacists can recognise the signs and symptoms of schizophrenia — a psychotic condition that affects more than 685,000 people in the UK — with an overview of treatment options, side effects and management advice.…Published: 23 August 2024
Learning How to assess mental health when prescribing An introduction to psychiatric history taking and how prescribers can identify opportunities for mental health intervention and referral.…Published: 9 August 2024
Learning Lithium monitoring and toxicity management Pharmacists across sectors should be able to counsel patients on the recognition and prevention of lithium toxicity.…Published: 16 February 2024
Learning How to talk to patients about starting antidepressants Antidepressants are a treatment option for depression, but there are many misconceptions about them. This article summarises what pharmacists should discuss with patients starting treatment.…Published: 13 February 2024