Evaluation of the Psychiatric Disorders among Amphetamine Addicts in Rehabilitation Centers: A Cross-Sectional Analysis by Saud D. AlOtaibi, Hossam A. Elsisi, Mohammed J. AlShammary, Saud A. AlQader, Hejab A. AlHarbi, Bayan R. AlOlaiyan, Ahmad O. Alanazi, Firas S. AlMendeel, Yazeed N. AlHarbi, Ibrahim AlKhalaf, Ahmad H. Alhowail, Abdelhamid Mohamed Elwy, Ashraf M. Emara

“…It is essential to study the behavioral and psychological effects of amphetamines. Therefore, this research aimed to examine conditions such as depression, anxiety, mood, cognitive abilities at the workplace, and social responsibilities by using sociodemographic factors as useful tools in determining effective strategies for preventing, managing, and treating amphetamine addiction. …”
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Extent and pattern of burden of care and its associated factors among Eritrean families of persons living with schizophrenia: a cross-sectional study by Xiaofeng Li, Tesfaldet Habtemariam Hidru, Mohammed Hamid Osman, Sainyugu Lolokote

“…Our findings highlight that there is a need of strengthening social and psychological support to reduce the caregiving burden.…”
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Analysis of an intergenerational service-learning experience based on physical exercise in a community setting: a mixed-method study by Beatriz Alonso-Cortés Fradejas, Raquel Lafuente-Ureta, Sandra Calvo, Sandra Calvo, Mario Fernández-Gorgojo, Jose Lesmes Poveda-López, Carolina Jiménez-Sánchez, Carolina Jiménez-Sánchez

“…IntroductionPhysical activity offers numerous benefits that improve psychological well-being, reduce dependency, and foster intergenerational relationships. …”
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Perception and adaptation to climate change in vulnerable regions by A. Jiménez Bedoya, F. Fuentes Gandara, R. Paternina Uribe, J. Pinedo Hernández

“…Colombia ranks third in Latin America for scientific production on climate change perception and adaptation policies, with political context and international compliance key factors.CONCLUSION: The study highlights how climate change affects psychological well-being through social and economic insecurity, exacerbated by the local government's lack of intervention to mitigate the vulnerability of focal groups and strengthen their adaptation and resilience capacities against climate change. …”
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Digitalisation of Professional Education: Prospects and Invisible Barriers by L. M. Andryukhina, N. O. Sadovnikova, S. N. Utkina, A. M. Mirzaahmedov

“…The materials of the undertaken research have significant implications for further development of perceptions of the essence and content of digital didactics; justification and formation of optimal conditions for digitalisation of vocational education, including psychological and pedagogical adjustment of the system of training and retraining of pedagogical and managerial personnel for the digital economy.…”
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Effectiveness of Digital Mental Health Interventions in the Workplace: Umbrella Review of Systematic Reviews by Gillian Cameron, Maurice Mulvenna, Edel Ennis, Siobhan O'Neill, Raymond Bond, David Cameron, Alex Bunting

“…Effectiveness of digital interventions was found for many mental health symptoms and conditions in employee populations, such as stress, anxiety, depression, burnout, and psychological well-being. Factors such as type of technology, guidance, recruitment, tailoring, and demographics were found to impact effectiveness. …”
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Temperature, violent crime, climate change, and vulnerability factors in 44 United States cities by Seulkee Heo, Hayon Michelle Choi, Jesse D. Berman, Michelle L. Bell

“…Biological and psychological theories suggest complex impacts of heat on aggression and violence. …”
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Problem of pain in the USA: evaluating the generalisability of high-impact chronic pain models over time using National Health Interview Survey (NHIS) data by Sean Mackey, Titilola Falasinnu, Md Belal Hossain, Mohammad Ehsanul Karim, Kenneth Arnold Weber

“…Initial models (2016 NHIS data) identified correlates associated with HICP, including hospital stays, diagnosis of specific diseases, psychological symptoms and employment status. We assessed the models’ generalisability and drew comparisons across time. …”
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Recombinase-based amplification coupled with lateral flow chromatography for the specific and sensitive detection and identification of Leishmania major in cutaneous leishmaniasis... by Insaf Bel Hadj Ali, Yusr Saadi-Ben Aoun, Imen Khammeri, Hejer Souguir, Emna Harigua-Souiai, Hamed Chouaieb, Ahmed S. Chakroun, Meryem Lemrani, Aicha Kallel, Kalthoum Kallel, Nabil Haddad, Oussaima El Dbouni, Rhea N. Coler, Rhea N. Coler, Rhea N. Coler, Steven G. Reed, Akila Fathallah-Mili, Akila Fathallah-Mili, Ikram Guizani

“…While they are non-fatal, CL are highly morbid with disfiguring lesions, which could be chronic, leaving lifelong unsightly scars; they are combined with psychological distress and social stigma. The efficiency of treatment highly depends on the infecting Leishmania species. …”
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Epidemiological Features, Clinical Symptoms, and Environmental Risk Factors for Notifiable Japanese Encephalitis in Taiwan From 2008 to 2020: Retrospective Study by Fu-Huang Lin, Yu-Ching Chou, Chi-Jeng Hsieh, Chia-Peng Yu

“…Additionally, the major clinical manifestations of the cases included fever, unconsciousness, headache, stiff necks, psychological symptoms, vomiting, and meningitis. The major occurrence places of JE included paddy fields, pig farms, pigeon farms, poultry farms, and ponds. …”
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A multi-stakeholder collaborative approach to awareness, education and support needed in the haemophilia gene therapy patient journey – a report on insights from a European patient... by O’Mahony Brian, Fletcher Simon, Baarslag Manuel, Khair Kate, Breederveld Daan, Jansen Nathalie, Pembroke Luke, Pinachyan Karen, Sivasubramaniyam Sujan

“…Teach-back could help ensure appropriate levels of understanding; psychological support could aid managing expectations. …”
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Long-Term Safety and Effectiveness of Dimethyl Fumarate in Patients with Multiple Sclerosis Treated in Routine Medical Practice: Final Analysis of the ESTEEM Study by Krupa Shah Pandey, Kathryn Giles, Konstantin Balashov, Richard Macdonell, Jörg Windsheimer, Mikel Martinez, Ivan Božin, Stephanie Raynaud, Matthew Scaramozza, Oksana Mokliatchouk, Zhaonan Sun, Nicholas Belviso, Yayoi Sato, Xiaochen Lin, Annette Okai

“…Mean scores for physical and psychological impact, fatigue, health, and productivity remained stable over 5 years. …”
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Impact of the five-pattern personality traits of traditional Chinese medicine on workplace violence and depression among nurses by ZhiHui Gu, ChenXin Yang, MengYao Li

“…This study aims to reveal the impact of the five-pattern personality traits of traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) on WPV and depression among nurses, providing a new perspective for managers to implement psychological interventions. Methods A cross-sectional study was conducted. 2,788 valid questionnaires nationwide were collected based on Wenjuanxing from June to July 2024. …”
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Influence of religion and spirituality on head and neck cancer patients and their caregivers: a protocol for a scoping review by Maheeka Seneviwickrama, Ruwan Jayasinghe, Kehinde Kazeem Kanmodi, Simon N. Rogers, Su Keill, Sakuntha Ratnapreya, Sriyani Ranasinghe, Sashini Shehana Denagamagei, Irosha Perera

“…Conclusions/discussion This review will aim to explore existing literature and summarize the findings of studies that examine the influence of religion and spirituality among HNC patients and their caregivers and vice versa over a range of physical, psychological, and social outcomes including quality of life. …”
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Assessment of occupational hazards in midwifery setting and impact of occupational stress and job satisfaction on midwives’ quality of work-life: multicenter study in IRAN by Nasibeh Sharifi, Azita Fathnezhad-Kazemi, Nazanin Rezaei, Masoumeh Yaralizadeh, Zahra PourMohammad

“…Given the high levels of job stress and dissatisfaction, there is a need for planning and policy-making to provide psychological support to manage stress, increase professional support, optimize the work environment, and manage physical demands.…”
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Efficacy of Physiologically Active nutrients in the Treatment of Asthenic Disorders in Patients with Chronic Diffuse Liver Diseases by M. V. Mayevskaya, M. A. Morozova, A. G. Beniashvili, V. D. Lunkov, V. T. Ivashkin

“…The quality of patients’ life according to the SF36 questionnaire also improved due to both physical and psychological components (p = 0.003). 16 patients continued taking the preparation for another 8 weeks to maintain the achieved result. …”
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Assessment of stress and health conditions among students in the context of the war in Ukraine by Vladimir Potop, Igor Vypasniak, Iryna Ivanyshyn, Vasyl Lutskyi, Iryna Kryventsova, Lyudmila Shesterova, Katarzyna Prusik

“…In the context of a military conflict, students’ health is subjected to significant stress and psychological challenges. Monitoring the health condition of this vulnerable group can provide important data for developing effective support measures. …”
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Multidimensional 1-Year Outcomes After Intensive Care Admission for Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children by Thomas C. Seijbel, BSc, Levi Hoste, MD, Corinne M. P. Buysse, MD, PhD, Karolijn Dulfer, PhD, Filomeen Haerynck, MD, PhD, Matthijs de Hoog, MD, PhD, Naomi Ketharanathan, MD, PhD

“…Cognitive, behavioral, and psychological problems were reported in 14%, 13%, and 23%, respectively. …”
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An examination of ankle joint position sense, postural control and associated neuromuscular deficits in patients with plantar fasciitis: a cross-sectional analysis with advanced bi... by Shaker Hassan S. Alshehri, Mastour Saeed Alshahrani, Saeed Y. Al Adal, Faisal M. Alyazedi, Hani Hassan Alnakhli, Ravi Shankar Reddy

“…Conclusion This study highlights the impact of pain catastrophizing on proprioceptive deficits in plantar fasciitis, emphasizing the importance of addressing psychological as well as biomechanical factors in treatment. …”
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Factors Affecting Male Involvement in Family Planning at Kazo Health Center IV in Kazo Town Council Kazo District. by Ndyaguma, Laban

“…Among the views pointed out by the respondent's on men's participation in family planning as highlighted in the study also agreed with the related literature like culture factors, religious beliefs, social economic factors and psychological factors, Also suggested some other reasons like Ignorance lack of time false myth and fear of family planning side effects as mentioned by the majority of respondents as discussed during a focus group discussion where they mentioned that condoms cause cancer. …”
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