
Brain and nerves – articles and advice
Cervello
Discover features on neurological conditions, mental wellbeing and nervous system health. For detailed medical information, see our Patient Information Leaflets on brain and nerves.
Cervello
Not every brain or nerve condition fits a neat label. Explore lesser-known neurological issues and when to seek expert help.
- NuovoWhat you need to know about FND
- La dieta MIND può aiutare a mantenere il nostro cervello sano?
- Is brain rot real - here's what brain health experts say
- Annebbiamento mentale: cos'è e come liberarsene
- Perché abbiamo la nebbia mentale e cosa possiamo fare al riguardo?
- Cosa causa pressione alla testa e annebbiamento mentale?
Epilessia e convulsioni
Epilepsy can cause recurring seizures that vary in intensity. Learn what triggers seizures, how they’re diagnosed, and which treatments can help manage them.
Mal di testa
Headaches are common but can be surprisingly complex. Discover the different types of headaches, possible causes, and the best ways to find relief.
Debolezza e intorpidimento degli arti
Debolezza o intorpidimento nelle braccia o nelle gambe possono indicare problemi ai nervi o alla circolazione. Scopri le possibili cause e quando cercare assistenza medica.
- Vivere con la malattia del motoneurone - La storia di Louise
- Causes of peripheral neuropathy: from diabetes to vaccines
- Are new treatments for MS on the horizon?
- Le scansioni cerebrali precoci possono prevedere la prognosi della sclerosi multipla
- Come la sclerosi multipla può influenzare la salute mentale
- Miti sulla sclerosi multipla a cui devi smettere di credere
Perdita di memoria e demenza
Struggling to remember names or appointments? Learn the difference between normal forgetfulness and early signs of dementia, plus tips for maintaining memory health.
- 7 modi per aiutare a proteggere il tuo cervello dalla demenza
- Il potere della nostalgia: cos'è la Terapia della Rimembranza?
- I migliori esercizi mentali per affinare la tua mente
- La demenza ad esordio precoce è legata alla salute e allo stile di vita, oltre che alla genetica
- What is early Alzheimer’s disease - and what causes it?
- What causes dementia?
- How to support someone with dementia
- Brain training apps: do they really work?
- I problemi di salute mentale e lo stress possono influenzare la tua memoria?
- What not to say to someone with dementia
- Regular exercise could slow Alzheimer's disease
- Is it dementia or just forgetfulness?
- Good heart health in middle age may lower risk of dementia
- Blood test could predict Alzheimer's 20 years before symptoms
- Is this the reason Alzheimer's is more common in women?
- Experts reveal how a healthy lifestyle can reduce your risk of dementia
- Quali sono i diversi tipi di demenza?
- Cosa fare se sospetti che una persona cara abbia la demenza
- How to tackle dementia stigma
- How to make shopping easier for people with dementia
- How to reduce your risk of dementia
- Come influisce la dieta sulla demenza?
Emicrania
Migraines are more than bad headaches. Discover possible triggers, common warning signs, and how treatments can help reduce frequency and severity.
- 10 home remedies for fast migraine relief
- Vyepti: un nuovo farmaco per prevenire l'emicrania
- Can a plant-based diet improve your migraines?
- Esiste un legame tra la salute intestinale e le emicranie?
- Should you avoid the pill if you get migraines?
- L'istamina potrebbe essere la causa delle tue emicranie?
- Come individuare i fattori scatenanti dell'emicrania
- Can Botox cure your migraines?
- Is your period causing your migraines?
Problemi di movimento
Difficulty walking, stiffness, or tremors? Movement issues can signal a range of conditions. Learn what to look for and how treatment can improve mobility.
- What is Tourette's syndrome - and how do you manage it?
- What worsens Parkinson's disease?
- What is vascular parkinsonism and what are the other types of parkinsonism
- Which therapies can ease Parkinson's disease symptoms?
- What is the link between Parkinson's disease and dementia?
- Could it be Parkinson's disease?
- Prostate cancer drug could slow down Parkinson's disease
- The best ways to relieve restless legs syndrome
Nerves
Nerves control everything from movement to sensation. Discover causes of nerve pain, weakness, or numbness and how doctors diagnose and treat these issues.
- Consigli semplici potrebbero migliorare la salute a lungo termine delle persone con SM
- Why have I been offered the shingles vaccine
- Is the vagus nerve the key to our mental health?
- Miti sull'herpes zoster a cui dovresti smettere di credere
- How to protect yourself from shingles
- Common causes of shooting pain
- What you need to know about Bell's palsy
Neurodiversity
Neurodiversity includes conditions like autism and ADHD. Learn how these affect thinking and behaviour, and how support and understanding can make a big difference.
In questo argomento:Neurodiversity Autism spectrum disordersADHD
- Breaking free from masking: how to understand and overcome it
Autism spectrum disorders
- Debunking autism myths
- How can dogs help support families with autistic children?
- How to explain autism to your child
- How to help your autistic child cope with Bonfire Night
- Gli esperti contestano il nuovo studio che collega i parti cesarei all'autismo
- How should we support children with autism?
- What it's like to find out you're autistic as an adult
- How to tackle eating problems in children with autism
ADHD
- NuovoWhat are the symptoms of ADHD and autism (AuDHD)? Signs, differences and overlap
- La dieta può influenzare il tuo ADHD?
- What is ADHD burnout?
- Come affrontare l'ADHD: consigli pratici per la vita quotidiana
- Can ADHD cause anxiety and depression?
- What are the signs of ADHD in women?
- Confutare miti e stereotipi comuni sull'ADHD
- Is ADHD in adult women underdiagnosed?
Ictus
A stroke happens when blood flow to the brain is blocked. Discover the signs, urgent response steps, and treatments that help with recovery.
- Your guide to stroke prevention
- Come riconoscere un mini-ictus: segni e sintomi precoci
- Come ridurre il rischio di ictus?
- What is the link between stroke recovery and gut health?
- Come la dieta può ridurre il rischio di ictus e infarto
- How does having a stroke affect your sex life?
- How to cope with isolation after a stroke
- Insomnia linked to increased risk of heart disease and stroke
- Come supportare una persona cara dopo un ictus
- Atrial fibrillation stroke prevention options