Steve Calvosa

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Steve recently completed his Psychiatry Core Training in Surrey and Borders NHS Trust and he is now a higher trainee in Forensic Psychiatry working for West London NHS Trust.   In addition to his medical degree, Steve has also completed an MSc in Global Health & Development at University College London (UCL), and a Postgraduate Certificate in Medical Education at Cambridge University. Steve is passionate about improving the standards of medical education for both undergraduates and resident doctors. Steve is also a volunteer for the Royal Medical Benevolent Fund (RMBF) and a Sustainability Champion for the South East Division of RCPsych.

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Autism and menstruation: scoping review reveals unmet healthcare needs

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This review found autistic individuals face increased mood changes, sensory overload and menstrual disorders during menstruation, but encounter barriers accessing appropriate care.

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Alarm bells ringing: how do people with ADHD process sensory information?

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People with ADHD are often stereotyped as sensory seekers, but this new review shows a more complex picture where touch, sound, and movement can feel overwhelming, absent, or both.

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