A descriptive-multivariate analysis of community knowledge, confidence, and trust in COVID-19 clinical trials amongst Ugandans working in healthcare settings. by Keneth Iceland, Kasozi, Lawrence Obado, Osuwat

“…This was important since there was a high preference for herbal vaccines, currently being promoted by the government, despite a lack of infrastructure to successful develop a vaccine by any resource poor country in Africa. Furthermore, high fear and distrust against COVID-19 vaccine clinical trials was common in the rich and most affluent regions of Uganda. …”
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A mixed methods exploration of self-presentation, authenticity, and role model function on Instagram: perspectives from female influencers in Germany by Daniel Zimmermann, Colleen Schneider, Kai Kaspar

“…While they generally perceive their self-presentation as authentic (84.6%) and positive (76.9%), they still see room for improvement in content creation (61.5%) and self-presentation (30.8%). Fear of negative feedback, absence of positivity and motivation, wrong cooperation partners (30.8% each) and insecurity (23.1%), among others, may lead to a less authentic self-presentation and use of picture editing. …”
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Efficacy of in-person and telepractice-based extended Lee Silverman Voice Treatment LOUD on dysarthria and dysphagia in adults with cerebral palsy by Kyung Min Kim, Sang Ah Park, Seong Hye Hwang, Alyssia Park, Hyang Hee Kim, Jihye Hwang, Sung-Rae Cho

“…Quality of life measures showed improvement in physical ( p  = 0.003), emotional ( p  = 0.000), total score of VHI ( p  = 0.001), fear ( p  = 0.031), sleep ( p  = 0.013), fatigue ( p  = 0.003), and total score of SWAL-QOL ( p  = 0.019). …”
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The Soviet Factor in the US-China Military-Technical Cooperation during the Cold War by Yinan Li

“…The author shows that during this period Washington clearly subordinated the US-Chinese cooperation to the development of the US-Soviet relations out of fear to damage the fragile process of detente. The second section focuses on the evolution of the R. …”
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Impact of the COVID-19 Pandemic on Radiotherapy Supply by Francesco Tramacere, Artor Niccoli Asabella, Maurizio Portaluri, Corinna Altini, Cristina Ferrari, Lilia Bardoscia, Angela Sardaro

“…The matter of this investigation was to evaluate how pandemic fear and guidelines for limiting the diffusion of SARS-CoV-2 virus could have impacted the regular supply of radiotherapy (RT) and the outcome of the treatments. …”
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The Role of Interpersonal Relationships in Adolescents' Suicidal Behavior: A Qualitative Analysis of Semi-Structured Interviews by N.A. Polskaya, D.K. Yakubovskaya, D.A. Sharova, A.Ya. Basova

“…The first superordinate theme, <em>psychological distress</em>, includes the subthemes of &ldquo;negative thoughts and emotions&rdquo;, &ldquo;mental pain&rdquo; and &ldquo;fear of surviving&rdquo;. The second superordinate theme, <em>interpersonal vulnerability</em>, includes the subthemes of &ldquo;feeling misunderstood by loved ones&rdquo;, &ldquo;conflicts&rdquo;, &ldquo;loneliness&rdquo;, &ldquo;experiencing the loss of important relationships&rdquo;, &ldquo;self-destructive way of communicating problems&rdquo;, &ldquo;the excessive importance of emotional relationships with peers&rdquo; and &ldquo;sensitivity&rdquo;. …”
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Moral and exhausting distress working in the frontline of COVID-19: a Swedish survey during the first wave in four healthcare settings by Mia Svantesson, Lars Sandman, Linda Durnell, Erik Hammarström, Gustav Jarl

“…This comprised a taxing insecurity by being in limbo, being alone and fear of failing, despair of being deprived control by not being heard; unable to influence; distrusting management; as well as an excessive workload.Conclusions We have not only contributed with knowledge about experiences of being in the frontline of COVID-19, but also with an understanding of a demarcation between moral stress/distress as a concern for patients and family, and exhausting distress in work situation as self-concern. …”
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5-HT1A receptor: its role in the regulation of different kinds of behavior by V. S. Naumenko, E. G. Ponimaskin, N. K. Popova

“…Special attention is focused on the involvement of 5-HT1А receptors in the regulation of 1) fear-induced aggression towards man – the basis of domestication, 2) intermale aggression underling asocial behavior in men, 3) depression and in the mechanism of antidepressant action. …”
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Impact of COVID-19 on paediatric admissions to a Chinese hospital: a single-centre retrospective chart review by Jie Zheng, Yan-hui Chen

“…The prominent decreases in hospitalisation associated with infections and respiratory system diseases were likely attributed to the improved epidemic prevention work, enhancement of people’s health awareness and fear of possible exposure to COVID-19. Describing the impact of COVID-19 on disease patterns may provide a reference for resource planning during the pandemic.…”
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Trace Element Status and Environmental Implications of Soils and Zea mays from Farmed Dumpsites in the Bamenda Metropolis, North-West Cameroon by Mofor Nelson Alakeh, Njoyim Estella Buleng Tamungang, Mbene Kenneth, Yuhinwenkeh Njumbo Blaise, Nchofua Festus Biosengazeh

“…The growth in population and metal workshops in Bamenda has resulted in the dumping of large quantities of wastes on agricultural soils. Thus, the fear of these agricultural soils and crops being contaminated by waste dumped on them is a call for concern because most of the populations rely on agriculture for survival. …”
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Endogenous Estrogen Influences Predator Odor-Induced Impairment of Cognitive and Social Behaviors in Aromatase Gene Deficiency Mice by Yaner Gao, Lei Ma, Feng Gao, Zuoli Sun, Zhengrong Zhang, Yuhong Li, Rena Li

“…Our results showed TMT induced immediate fear response in both Ar+/- and WT mice regardless of sexes. …”
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A War Tactician: K̲h̲ālid b. al-Walīd by Hüseyin Gökalp

“…He easily sensed the weak points of enemy commanders and soldiers such as pride or fear and could use these weaknesses well. In this article, we will revisit some examples and try to analyze the tactics K̲h̲ālid used during his military career caused the fall of the Sassanid Iraq and damaged the Roman Levant…”
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Urban-Rural Dimension of Falls and Associated Risk Factors among Community-Dwelling Older Adults in West Java, Indonesia by Susiana Nugraha, Sabarinah Prasetyo, Indri Hapsari Susilowati, Tri Budi W. Rahardjo

“…Furthermore, sociodemographic background, chronic medical condition, fear of falling, visual and hearing impairments, Activity of Daily Living (ADL), Barthel index, physical performance (Short Performance Physical Battery (SPPB)), and living environment were analyzed to identify the risk factors that contribute to the incidence of falls. …”
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A randomized controlled trial comparing immersive virtual reality games versus nitrous oxide for pain reduction in common outpatient procedures in pediatric surgery by Cordula Scherer, Ladina A. Lanz, Thoralf R. Liebs, Nadine Kaiser, Mirjam Zindel, Steffen M. Berger

“…Secondary outcomes are the fun and/or fear experienced during the intervention, the willingness to undergo the same procedure again (if necessary), and whether there is a time limit with the VR application compared to nitrous oxide. …”
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An Overview of Dentist–Patient Communication in Quality Dental Care by Jasmine Cheuk Ying Ho, Hollis Haotian Chai, Bella Weijia Luo, Edward Chin Man Lo, Michelle Zeping Huang, Chun Hung Chu

“…Moreover, it alleviates dental anxiety and fear, helps build trust between dentists and patients, addresses patients’ needs and preferences, increases patients’ adherence to improved treatment outcomes, and ultimately leads to enhanced patient satisfaction. …”
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Insights From Diverse Perspectives on Social Media Messages to Inform Young Adults With Cancer About Clinical Trials: Focus Group Study by Melissa P Beauchemin, Desiree Walker, Allison Rosen, Maria Frazer, Meital Eisenberger, Rhea K Khurana, Edward Bentlyewski, Victoria Fedorko, Corey H Basch, Grace C Hillyer

“…ResultsWe confirmed the previously proposed thematic barriers regarding YA CTE and identified 9 subthemes: awareness, lack of clear and accessible CTE information, fear of the unknown, assumptions about costs, insurance coverage, navigating financial responsibilities, clinical trial discussions, clinical trial misconceptions, and desire for a support network. …”
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Psychological Distress in Out-Patients Assessed for Chronic Pain Compared to Those with Rheumatoid Arthritis by D. Rice, S. Mehta, A. Shapiro, J. Pope, M. Harth, P. Morley-Forster, K. Sequeira, R. Teasell

“…Level of psychological distress based on the subscales of the DASS (depression, anxiety, and stress), PASS (escape avoidance, cognitive anxiety, fear of pain, and physiological anxiety), and PCS (rumination, magnification, and helplessness) was significantly higher in the CP group compared to the RA group. …”
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“What’s that on your phone?” The aftermath of parents finding sexual and reproductive health messages on their children’s phone in coastal Kenya by Jefferson Mwaisaka, Lianne Gonsalves, Lale Say, Peter Gichangi

“…Conclusions: In the event that a digital health intervention’s young user’s privacy is compromised, these findings demonstrate that the fears of extreme adverse reactions on the part of parents are likely overstated. …”
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"Cuéntame tus testosteronas": Un análisis sobre las regulaciones para jugadorxs transgénero e hiperandrógenas by Mariana Elizabeth Ibarra

“…Para este fin utilizaremos como fuente la última resolución del Comité Olímpico Internacional (2015) referida a este tipo de atletas.Nos interesa indagar qué se esconde en los discursos que se enarbolan en nombre de la competencia leal, “fear competition”. A través de un análisis discursivo, y a la luz de los aportes de la teoría queer, buscaremos analizar los discursos de verdad que circulan en la regulación, ¿qué cuerpos y sujetxs habilita? …”
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Comparative analysis of land-based vs. water-based balance training on quality of life and physical and psychological deficits in athletes with chronic ankle instability: a randomi... by Aynollah Naderi, Khadije Ahi

“…This study compares the effects of water-based and land-based balance training on functional performance, dynamic balance, fear of reinjury, and quality of life in athletes with CAI. …”
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