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The described pattern may help screen for mASD or confirm the diagnosis in the pediatric population of mASD-suspected patients. Additionally, it is worth noting that the results obtained demonstrate the importance of QEEG in detecting different patterns of brain activity in children with ASD, which plays a significant role in better understanding the heterogeneity of this disorder.
As cannabis legalization expands across the United States, its use among adolescents remains a pressing public health concern. This analytic essay analyzes the current prevalence, patterns, and consequences of cannabis use in adolescents. While legalization has not substantially increased adolescent use, it has contributed to normalization and greater access, ultimately lowering perceived risk and complicating prevention efforts. Increasing product potency and diversified consumption methods (e.
Long COVID is a major public health challenge. These expert recommendations are expected to guide healthcare professionals in their clinical decision-making for the assessment, management, and appropriate rehabilitation of patients with Long COVID.
The study aims to assess cannabis dependency among individuals who cultivate cannabis for medical and/or recreational purposes. Participants included growers who cultivated cannabis for personal use, social supply, caregiving activities, or illegal sales. Between December 2020 and August 2021, we conducted an online cross-sectional survey among Georgian cannabis growers. We used the International Cannabis Cultivation Questionnaire to measure the purpose of growing cannabis and the Severity of De
Abstract Escitalopram (ETP) has poor oral bioavailability due to its low water solubility, hence the goal of this work was to design and optimize a self-nano-emulsifying drug delivery system (SNEDDS). Using the results of the investigations on solubility and emulsification, a pseudo-ternary phase diagram was produced. The three main ingredients chosen for the formulation were polyethylene glycol 400 (co-surfactant), tween 80 (surfactant), and geranium oil (lipid). ETP-SNEDDS was evaluated for th
Nonhuman animals use nonverbal cues to communicate their mental state about positive and negative events, including pain. Pain is a multidimensional process that elicits behavioral changes aimed at preventing further damage and promoting healing. These changes include restrictions on movement and/or activity, as well as adopting body postures to relieve pain. Additionally, changes in the ear and tail position have been associated with pain perception and are considered a sign of pain in several
There is a growing interest in the endocannabinoid system and the gut microbiota. Both areas have been suggested to play a role in endometriosis, however this is yet to be studied comprehensively. The purpose of this narrative review is to identify the gaps in endometriosis research in the context of these two areas. It underscores the limited knowledge regarding the involvement of the endocannabinoid system and gut microbiota in endometriosis. Further research in these areas is essential to unl
1. OBJECTIVES 1) To explore the diagnostic challenges associated with dual-diagnosis.2) To enhance clinicians' understanding of the clinical features related to dual-diagnosis.3) Discussing effective treatments and interventions to help better understand dual-diagnosis for improving patient outcomes. MATERIALS AND METHODSThe presented case involves a 28-year-old male with a complex history of substance use disorders, psychiatric comorbidities, and recent onset psychotic symptoms.The patient repo
Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a group of neurodevelopmental disorders characterized primarily by deficits in social communication and repetitive, stereotyped behaviors. Its global prevalence has continued to rise, making it a significant public health concern. This paper provides a systematic review of recent research on the genetic and environmental risk factors, clinical manifestations, and intervention strategies related to ASD. Genetic studies indicate that the heritability of ASD is app
Nail-patella syndrome (NPS) is a rare genetic disease characterized by dysplastic nails, patella abnormalities, skeletal malformation, and chronic pain. Although chronic pain in NPS is mainly due to bone and musculoskeletal symptoms, it can also result from neurological dysfunction. Conventional analgesics are often insufficient to relieve NPS-associated chronic pain. Cannabinoids, which act on the serotonergic and/or noradrenergic pain systems, may therefore represent valuable non-psychoactive
Toxoplasma gondii (T. gondii) is one of the most common parasites that infect humans. The parasite exists in approximately 40 million people in the United States. Latent infections are frequently associated with tissue cysts of T. gondii in the skeletal muscle and brain tissue that can lead to mental disorders, congenital disorders, and vision dysfunction. Furthermore, self-directed violence, impulsivity, and aggression are associated with T. gondii infection. Dopamine is associated with human b
Introduction. Electronic nicotine dispensing systems, commonly known as e-cigarettes, remain the most widely used tobacco product among the youth, with current worldwide use estimated at approximately 5 to 7%. Nevertheless, several aspects of knowledge on their sustained consumption are based on suppositions, such as their role as a “gateway” into cigarette smoking for new generations and the potential subsequent renormalisation of tobacco use. Moreover, recent clinical trials and toxicological
Abstract: Drug addiction recovery is a fundamental factor in helping drug users restart normal life and get back into society. It is also a vital stage of drug treatment, as it can be an indication or evidence of whether the procedures used during treatment are suitable for helping addicts with drug problems. This study focuses on identifying the level of recovery of drug addicts undergoing rehabilitation treatment at CCRC Besut quantitatively based on the built DART instrument. The Drug Addicti
Antidepressants are among the most used medications in the US, with significant deleterious effects on people’s well-being. At any given time, depression impacts approximately 1 in 10 Americans, causing wide and broad societal costs. Interest is developing for non-pharmacological treatments and preventative measures. We summarize the literature on non-invasive dietary and lifestyle approaches for treating depression, including recent work with the psychedelic treatment of depression. This review
Cannabis is increasingly used by individuals with mental health diagnoses and often purported to treat anxiety and various other psychiatric symptoms. Yet support for using cannabis as a psychiatric treatment is currently limited by a lack of evidence from rigorous placebo-controlled studies. While regulatory hurdles and other barriers make clinical trials of cannabis challenging to conduct, addiction researchers have decades of experience studying cannabis use in human laboratory models. These
Among hospitalized young men, the CUD + cohort had a higher prevalence of anxiety and COPD, and slightly higher proportion of black patients. Although there were higher odds of AF hospitalizations in CUD + cohort without TUD, the association was statistically non-significant. The subgroup analysis showed higher rates of AF in black patients. Large-scale prospective studies are required to evaluate long-term effects of CUD on AF risk and prognosis without TUD and concomitant substance abuse.
This case report details a unique case of fibromyalgia manifested at a very early age, and the patient's suffering as a result of mis- and under-diagnosis of her condition for over a decade. For most of her life, the patient has had seemingly unrelated bouts of pain, neurological conditions, and psychiatric disturbances, and has seen numerous specialists for these conditions to no avail. The lengthy history discussion and physical examination findings, detailed in this report, revealed a progres
This systematic review aimed to determine the psychological and physical factors associated with fibromyalgia. The systematic review protocol PRISMA was used, considering reliable databases such as SpringerOpen, Web of Science, and PsycINFO. The keywords used were Fibromyalgia and chronic pain associated with psychological and physical factors. Following the selection process, based on the established inclusion criteria, the sample comprised 32 scientific articles. The studies emphasize the need
Peer-reviewed industrial hemp research by KathrynAnn Odamah; Heng‐Ye Man published in Translational Psychiatry (2025).
Introduction: Medical cannabis has emerged as a promising treatment for Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), particularly among veterans. Given the high prevalence of PTSD in this population and the limited availability of effective therapeutic options, medical cannabis has garnered increased interest. However, evidence remains scarce endorsing its efficacy and patients' experiences with this treatment. Method: To gain more insight into patients' experiences with medical cannabis, we interviewe
Global obesity rates continue to rise, despite billions spent annually on weight loss. Sustained success is rare; recidivism is the most common feature of weight loss attempts. According to the DSM-5 criteria for substance use disorders, the pattern of ultra-processed food (UPF) overconsumption is best characterized as an addiction. There is significant overlap in how UPF and drugs of abuse impact many brain systems. Over time, neurological changes result in overpowering cravings, insatiable hun
Abstract Background Despite the increased use of social media to share health-related information and the substantial impact that complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) can have on individuals’ health and wellbeing, currently, to our knowledge, there is no review that compiles research on how social media is used in the context of CAM. The objective of this study was to summarize the research on how social media is used in the context of CAM. Methods A scoping review was conducted to inves
El lenguaje corporal, como mecanismo de comunicacin, de un paciente con patologa Dual en consulta, puede suponer ms del 50% del impacto percibido, de todos los mensajes transmitidos cara a cara (gestos, posturas, movimientos, respiracin,). La evaluacin y actuacin del profesional sanitario en lo expuesto anteriormente, as como en manifestaciones de la piel, tatuajes, lesiones y heridas de origen multifactorial, adems con implicaciones mdico-legales es fundamental, a nivel pericial, para que el si
<title>Abstract</title> Background Chronic musculoskeletal pain (CMP) may lead to reduced physical function and is the most common cause of chronic non cancer pain. Currently, the pharmacotherapeutic options against CMP are limited and frequently consist of pain management with non-steroidal anti-inflammatories, gabapentinoids or opioids, which carry major adverse effects. Although the effectiveness of medical cannabis (MC) for CMP still lacks solid evidence, several patients suffering from it a
Cognitive impairment in patients with primary schizophrenia is associated with increased serum SAA and YKL-40 levels and decreased gray matter volume.