American Journal of Psychiatry and Neuroscience

Volume 5, Issue 6, November 2017

  • Intellectual Disability – An Impairment for Life Satisfaction

    Germain Weber

    Issue: Volume 5, Issue 6-1, November 2017
    Pages: 1-1
    Received: 10 October 2017
    Accepted: 12 October 2017
    Published: 13 October 2017
    DOI: 10.11648/j.ajpn.s.2017050601.11
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    Abstract: Quality of life and life satisfaction for people with intellectual disabilities have only been addressed in a systematic way since the late 1980’s. Historically these areas have been neglected in research as intellectual disability was dominantly viewed within a medical model. Hence, intellectual disability was addressed predominantly in relation t... Show More
  • Forensic Preventive Community Treatment

    Joachim Nitschke

    Issue: Volume 5, Issue 6-1, November 2017
    Pages: 2-2
    Received: 10 October 2017
    Accepted: 12 October 2017
    Published: 13 October 2017
    DOI: 10.11648/j.ajpn.s.2017050601.12
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    Abstract: Background: Four five ago, the project Preventive Community Treatment started at the Forensic Clinic of Ansbach District Hospital. The aim of the project is to provide professional forensic psychiatric treatment to those patients who have not yet committed a crime linked to a mental illness but show a high-risk profile to commit a severe crime in f... Show More
  • Confluence Elements in the Psychopathology and Neurobiology of Schizophrenia

    Lavinia Duica

    Issue: Volume 5, Issue 6-1, November 2017
    Pages: 3-3
    Received: 10 October 2017
    Accepted: 12 October 2017
    Published: 13 October 2017
    DOI: 10.11648/j.ajpn.s.2017050601.13
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    Abstract: In the light of recent development of neurosciences, multiple studies aim to establish brain dysfunctions linked to psychiatric disorders. Schizophrenia is a severe long-term mental illness and recent research identified neurobiological changes with psychopathological effects.
    The dopamine hypothesis has been one of the most enduring theories domina
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  • When Virtual Becomes Reality

    Maria Ladea, Mihai Bran

    Issue: Volume 5, Issue 6-1, November 2017
    Pages: 4-4
    Received: 10 October 2017
    Accepted: 12 October 2017
    Published: 13 October 2017
    DOI: 10.11648/j.ajpn.s.2017050601.14
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    Abstract: E-health includes medical help, education of the patient and of the specialist, and facilitates multidisciplinary approaches. A growing body of evidence illustrates that the developing of e-health, especially in the area of psychiatry represents a new horizon growing the access to care, the adherence to treatment, the efficiency of psycho-education... Show More
  • Mental Health in Workplace - Mobbing, Burnout, Workaholism, Occupational Stress

    Marius Milcu

    Issue: Volume 5, Issue 6-1, November 2017
    Pages: 5-5
    Received: 10 October 2017
    Accepted: 12 October 2017
    Published: 13 October 2017
    DOI: 10.11648/j.ajpn.s.2017050601.15
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    Abstract: Human adaptation to the specific requirements and increasing complexity of work is often difficult. Serious psychological, medical, social and financial costs are involved, really affecting the functionality and the efficiency of the individuals, of the work group and sometimes even of the company.
    Each work group has a specific work pathology, in w
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  • Psychiatry in Crisis: Epistemological and Ontological Concerns

    Drozdstoy S. Stoyanov, Vincenzo Di Nicola

    Issue: Volume 5, Issue 6-1, November 2017
    Pages: 6-6
    Received: 10 October 2017
    Accepted: 12 October 2017
    Published: 13 October 2017
    DOI: 10.11648/j.ajpn.s.2017050601.16
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    Abstract: It is not merely a health crisis of resource scarcity or distribution, competing claims and practice models, or level of development from one country to another, but a deeper, more fundamental crisis about the very definition and the theoretical basis of psychiatry.
    The kinds of questions that represent this crisis include whether psychiatry is a so
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  • Forensic Psychology: Suicide Risk in Penitentiary

    Marius Milcu

    Issue: Volume 5, Issue 6-1, November 2017
    Pages: 7-7
    Received: 10 October 2017
    Accepted: 12 October 2017
    Published: 13 October 2017
    DOI: 10.11648/j.ajpn.s.2017050601.17
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    Abstract: The penitentiary establishes a complex universe, sometimes unpredictable, having specific rules and procedures, but also a psychopathology significantly different from other environments. Hetero-aggressive and self-aggressive tendencies are much more frequent in incarcerate individuals, due to the rigidity of the environment and the tough condition... Show More
  • Clinical Trials: How, When, Why, What for

    Marcel C. Șarpe

    Issue: Volume 5, Issue 6-1, November 2017
    Pages: 8-8
    Received: 10 October 2017
    Accepted: 12 October 2017
    Published: 13 October 2017
    DOI: 10.11648/j.ajpn.s.2017050601.18
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    Abstract: Background: The concepts behind clinical trials are ancient. “The Book of Daniel” (100 BC) chapter 1, verses 12 through 15, for instance, describes a planned experiment with both baseline and follow-up observations of two groups who either partook of, or did not partake of "the King's meat" over a trial period of ten days. Persian physician Avicenn... Show More
  • Through Attitude, Towards Fulfilment

    Petre Radescu

    Issue: Volume 5, Issue 6-1, November 2017
    Pages: 9-9
    Received: 10 October 2017
    Accepted: 12 October 2017
    Published: 13 October 2017
    DOI: 10.11648/j.ajpn.s.2017050601.19
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    Abstract: In a very sharp way of seeing daily reality I have the tendency of putting it like this: “Today, psychiatry is misdirected. Depression is not the main problem and will not be the biggest burden in the immediate future. Depression is a symptom of a bigger social problem. Personality disorder (PD) is the main problem and a reason for depression. On t... Show More
  • Non-voluntary Hospitalization of Patients with Mental Disorders in “SOCOLA” Institute of Psychiatry – Iasi, Romania

    Petronela Nechita, Georgiana Crăciun, Mihai Mutica, Oana Hanut, Alexandru Bogdan Ciubară, Mihai Pirlog, Anamaria Ciubară

    Issue: Volume 5, Issue 6-1, November 2017
    Pages: 10-10
    Received: 10 October 2017
    Accepted: 12 October 2017
    Published: 13 October 2017
    DOI: 10.11648/j.ajpn.s.2017050601.20
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    Abstract: Research shows that mental health legislation is seen as an event that occurs every few decades and not as a process. Laws on voluntary or non-voluntary hospitalization of patient with mental disorders in many European countries were reformed. But legislation that refers to non-voluntary hospitalization of patients with mental disorders differ betw... Show More
  • Psycho-Endocrine Markers of Relapse Prediction in Alcohol Addiction

    Ion V. Cosicug, Victor N. Lacusta, Inga D. Deliv, Irina I. Padure

    Issue: Volume 5, Issue 6-1, November 2017
    Pages: 11-11
    Received: 10 October 2017
    Accepted: 12 October 2017
    Published: 13 October 2017
    DOI: 10.11648/j.ajpn.s.2017050601.21
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    Abstract: Background: There are multiple psychological and endocrine factors which may provoke early relapses in alcohol dependent patients, but it is not known in which measure they correlate with the risk of alcohol dependence relapse.
    Aims: To study the possibility of prognostication of early relapses in alcohol dependence, taking into account the correlat
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  • The Effect of Pulmonary Rehabilitation on Psychological Status and Quality of Life

    Alina Croitoru, Daniela Jipa, Andreea Dumitrescu, Mihai Mutica, Miron Bogdan

    Issue: Volume 5, Issue 6-1, November 2017
    Pages: 12-12
    Received: 10 October 2017
    Accepted: 12 October 2017
    Published: 13 October 2017
    DOI: 10.11648/j.ajpn.s.2017050601.22
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    Abstract: Introduction: Patients with chronic respiratory diseases are suffering from dyspnea and decreased daily activity, which affects quality of life and psychological status. One of the objectives of pulmonary rehabilitation programs is to improve their psychological status.
    Aim: to evaluate the benefits of pulmonary rehabilitation (PR) on level of anxie
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  • Strategies to Prevent Delirium in ICU

    Mary-Nicoleta Lupu, Alexandru Bogdan Ciubară, Mădălina-Nina Sandu

    Issue: Volume 5, Issue 6-1, November 2017
    Pages: 13-13
    Received: 10 October 2017
    Accepted: 12 October 2017
    Published: 13 October 2017
    DOI: 10.11648/j.ajpn.s.2017050601.23
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    Abstract: Delirium confusion state is a serious problem common in ICU especially in elderly patients (> 65 years), which can cause cognitive dysfunction in the short term and long term, increase the number of days of hospitalization worsening evolution, increasing the number of complications, and the levels of morbidity and mortality. The most important risk... Show More
  • Prescribing Anticholinergic Medication in Neurocognitive Disorders: Pharmacological Implications and Clinical Proofs

    Bogdan Mircea Petrescu, Alina Mitrache, Daniel Vasile, Octavian Vasiliu, Andrei Gabriel Mangalagiu, Cristian Alexandru Cândea

    Issue: Volume 5, Issue 6-1, November 2017
    Pages: 14-14
    Received: 10 October 2017
    Accepted: 12 October 2017
    Published: 13 October 2017
    DOI: 10.11648/j.ajpn.s.2017050601.24
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    Abstract: The use of anticholinergic medicines is a widespread practice in older adults. Numerous studies have emphasized that the use of anticholinergics can be associated with a high risk of developing dementia. The aim of this analysis is to describe pharmacologically the interactions and effects of the use of anticholinergics in neurocognitive disorders ... Show More
  • The Psychophysiological Effects of the Chemical Terrorist Attacks – the Neurotoxic Agent: Sarin

    Bogdan Mircea Petrescu, Daniel Vasile, Octavian Vasiliu, Andrei Gabriel Mangalagiu, Mihai Alin Bădic

    Issue: Volume 5, Issue 6-1, November 2017
    Pages: 15-15
    Received: 10 October 2017
    Accepted: 12 October 2017
    Published: 13 October 2017
    DOI: 10.11648/j.ajpn.s.2017050601.25
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    Abstract: Sarin (GB, O-Isopropyl methylphosphonofluoridate) is an organophosphate neurotoxic agent that inhibits irreversibly acetylcholinesterase (AChE). Next, the accumulation of acetylcholine (ACh) in the central nervous system (CNS) causes convulsions and, in high dosage, centrally mediated respiratory failure. The ACh accumulation at peripheral vegetati... Show More
  • Mental Health Economics: Real Cost of Care

    Florin M. Buhociu, Valentin M. Antohi

    Issue: Volume 5, Issue 6-1, November 2017
    Pages: 16-16
    Received: 10 October 2017
    Accepted: 12 October 2017
    Published: 13 October 2017
    DOI: 10.11648/j.ajpn.s.2017050601.26
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    Abstract: Introduction: Mental health or psychological has always been a significant part of what we call generic "human health", as a constant and major concern not only for those in charge of organizing healthcare systems, be they public or private, but for all which, in one way or another deal with the management of human factor. Of course, ensuring a men... Show More
  • The Role of Psychosocial Intervention on the Course of the Disease in Persons with Severe Mental Disorders

    Ana Popova, Victoria Dobreva

    Issue: Volume 5, Issue 6-1, November 2017
    Pages: 17-17
    Received: 10 October 2017
    Accepted: 12 October 2017
    Published: 13 October 2017
    DOI: 10.11648/j.ajpn.s.2017050601.27
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    Abstract: Background:Data from literature emphasized the role of different interventions during the evolution of mental health disorders, out of which psychosocial approach had proved its efficacy and efficiency.
    Aims: The current study is covering the cases of 220 people with severe mental disorders, classified by International Classification of Diseases wi
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  • Clinico-psychological and Psychopathological Aspects of Schizophrenia and Homicide

    Petar Marinov

    Issue: Volume 5, Issue 6-1, November 2017
    Pages: 18-18
    Received: 10 October 2017
    Accepted: 12 October 2017
    Published: 13 October 2017
    DOI: 10.11648/j.ajpn.s.2017050601.28
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    Abstract: Background: The problem of homicide in mental illness, and particularly in schizophrenia, is crucial for a broad spectrum of scientific disciplines.
    Aims:To explore clinical and psychological and psychopathological characteristics of a group of schizophrenic patients, who committed homicide.
    Method: Experimental group encompassed 47 patients with sch

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  • The Conundrum of Prolonged Delirium Tremens

    Ionuţ D. Rădulescu, Elena Stoenescu, Radu Andrei

    Issue: Volume 5, Issue 6-1, November 2017
    Pages: 19-19
    Received: 10 October 2017
    Accepted: 12 October 2017
    Published: 13 October 2017
    DOI: 10.11648/j.ajpn.s.2017050601.29
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    Abstract: Introduction: Delirium tremens (DTs) is the most severe form of ethanol withdrawal manifested by altered mental status with disturbances of cognition, perception, sensorium and by sympathetic overdrive with autonomic hyperactivity, disturbances in alertness, sleep/wake cycles and psychomotor behavior, which can progress to cardiovascular collapse. ... Show More
  • Psychotropic Drugs and the Risk of Fracture in Old Age

    Viorel Oltenacu, Paul Dan Sîrbu, Razvan Tudor, Alexandru Bogdan Ciubară, Roxana-Cristina Damaschin, Anamaria Ciubară

    Issue: Volume 5, Issue 6-1, November 2017
    Pages: 20-20
    Received: 10 October 2017
    Accepted: 12 October 2017
    Published: 13 October 2017
    DOI: 10.11648/j.ajpn.s.2017050601.30
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    Abstract: Introduction Fractures in old age is a major health problem with considerable disability and mortality. Antipsychotic drugs (APs) have been associated with falls and fractures in elderly individuals.
    Methods The study performed was a retrospective analysis with 97 participants. Subjects were everyone over the age of 65 with fractures radiologically
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  • Prevention of Depression and Anxiety in Primary Health Care

    Rumiana Dinolova-Hodgadgikova, Hristo Hinkov, Zahari Zarkov, Vaska Stancheva-Popkostadinova

    Issue: Volume 5, Issue 6-1, November 2017
    Pages: 21-21
    Received: 10 October 2017
    Accepted: 12 October 2017
    Published: 13 October 2017
    DOI: 10.11648/j.ajpn.s.2017050601.31
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    Abstract: Depression and anxiety disorders are the most common mental disorders in our society. Some recent studies claim that 11.4 % of Bulgarians suffer from anxiety disorders, and 6.2%-from depressive disorders.
    The objectives of the paper is to present the results of the awareness raising and training in mental health professionals for dealing with depres
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  • Psychological Morbidity Associated with Orthopedic Trauma

    Razvan Tudo, Viorel Oltenacu, Paul Dan Sîrbu, Anamaria Ciubară, Roxana-Cristina Damaschin, Alexandru Bogdan Ciubară

    Issue: Volume 5, Issue 6-1, November 2017
    Pages: 22-22
    Received: 10 October 2017
    Accepted: 12 October 2017
    Published: 13 October 2017
    DOI: 10.11648/j.ajpn.s.2017050601.32
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    Abstract: Little is known about the clinical consequences of psychological morbidity associated with orthopedic trauma. Previous work has reported that mental illness is an independent predictor of poor outcome following orthopedic trauma, and future studies should explore whether management of psychological symptoms independently predicts recovery from orth... Show More
  • Acute Psychotic Episode in Psychostimulant Drug Addicted Teenager

    Lavinia Alexandra Moroianu, Alexandru Bogdan Ciubară, Anamaria Ciubară, Aurel Nechita

    Issue: Volume 5, Issue 6-1, November 2017
    Pages: 23-23
    Received: 10 October 2017
    Accepted: 12 October 2017
    Published: 13 October 2017
    DOI: 10.11648/j.ajpn.s.2017050601.33
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    Abstract: Background: Consumption of psychostimulant drugs is a medical problem of the entire world because of the growing number of consumers, while developing global drug trafficking. The predisposition for psychostimulant drugs is primarily influenced by the psychological structure of the individual (persons instability, histrionic personality, anxious ty... Show More
  • Alcohol Consumption – Implications in Orthopedic Trauma

    Andrei Bradeanu, Razvan Tudor, Paul Dan Sîrbu, Anamaria Ciubară, Loredana Pascu, Alexandru Bogdan Ciubară

    Issue: Volume 5, Issue 6-1, November 2017
    Pages: 24-24
    Received: 10 October 2017
    Accepted: 12 October 2017
    Published: 13 October 2017
    DOI: 10.11648/j.ajpn.s.2017050601.34
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    Abstract: In mental health field is established that alcohol consumption can exacerbate an underlying mental health disorder. Among people with severe mental health are common alcohol problems. Alcohol depress the central nervous system and this might produce moods fluctuation and worsen the depression and anxiety. At heavy and/or chronic drinkers were repor... Show More
  • Psychiatric Comorbidities in Oncological Patients

    Diana Stanculescu, Adelina Dubas, Ruxandra Slavu, Romulus Hagiu, Mihai Bran

    Issue: Volume 5, Issue 6-1, November 2017
    Pages: 25-25
    Received: 10 October 2017
    Accepted: 12 October 2017
    Published: 13 October 2017
    DOI: 10.11648/j.ajpn.s.2017050601.35
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    Abstract: Introduction: Oncological patients have many psychiatric comorbidities. Whatever the therapy, the burden of the immediate, long term and late effects of these treatments adds to the inherent distress.
    Aims: The objective of the study was to assess the psychiatric comorbidities and the quality of life of oncological patients receiving chemotherapy an
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  • Fractals in Our Mind: Chaos Theory in Psychiatry

    Ocrain P. Radu, Curt C. Alina-Isabela, Dobrin L. Andra-Ioana

    Issue: Volume 5, Issue 6-1, November 2017
    Pages: 26-26
    Received: 10 October 2017
    Accepted: 12 October 2017
    Published: 13 October 2017
    DOI: 10.11648/j.ajpn.s.2017050601.36
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    Abstract: Background: From a mathematical perspective, dynamics can be thought of as linear or non-linear. Linear equations work quite well for a number of problems in the physical sciences. For instance, they are very useful if one wants to predict the orbit of the planets or understand the effects of wind resistance and gravity on the trajectory of a missi... Show More
  • Family Support of Children with Politrauma and Severe Trauma

    Eva Maria Cojocaru, Roxana Elena Bogdan Goroftei

    Issue: Volume 5, Issue 6-1, November 2017
    Pages: 27-27
    Received: 10 October 2017
    Accepted: 12 October 2017
    Published: 13 October 2017
    DOI: 10.11648/j.ajpn.s.2017050601.37
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    Abstract: Introduction: Children are often presenting in the emergency room with mild to severe politrauma. This requires rapid and firm actions which can be perceived as brutal by the families. The child will be sourrounded by many equipments, spccial measures must be taken to maintain vital functions and to prevent infection so in many cases parents are in... Show More
  • Psychiatry and Family Medicine – What General Practitioners from Galați County Think

    Alina M. Pleșea-Condratovici, Cristian-Marius I. Găinaru, Cătălin I. Pleșea-Condratovici

    Issue: Volume 5, Issue 6-1, November 2017
    Pages: 28-28
    Received: 10 October 2017
    Accepted: 12 October 2017
    Published: 13 October 2017
    DOI: 10.11648/j.ajpn.s.2017050601.38
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    Abstract: Background: Traditionally considered the base of medical care, first contact with patients and their family and the gatekeeper of the medical system, family medicine of nowadays is trying to survive underfunding, exhaustion and bureaucracy. The impact of the current situation on the psychiatric patients is profound, meaning prolonged wait time to s... Show More
  • Rehabilitation after Hip Fracture Surgery in Dementia and Cognitively Intact Patients

    Alexandru Bogdan Ciubară, Paul Dan Sîrbu, Razvan Tudor, Viorel Oltenacu, Roxana-Cristina Damaschin, Anamaria Ciubară

    Issue: Volume 5, Issue 6-1, November 2017
    Pages: 29-29
    Received: 10 October 2017
    Accepted: 12 October 2017
    Published: 13 October 2017
    DOI: 10.11648/j.ajpn.s.2017050601.39
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    Abstract: Introduction. The combined presentation of dementia and hip fracture in the elderly is emerging as a significant health issue worldwide. An individual with dementia is up to 3 times more likely than a cognitively intact older adult to sustain a hip fracture.
    Objectives. 10 participants were recruited, 7 were women and 3 were cognitively impaired. Me
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  • Postfracture Rehabilitation after Hip Fracture in Patients with Dementia

    Alexandru Bogdan Ciubară, Sorin Ungurianu, Razvan Tudor, Viorel Oltenacu, Roxana-Cristina Damaschin, Anamaria Ciubară

    Issue: Volume 5, Issue 6-1, November 2017
    Pages: 30-30
    Received: 10 October 2017
    Accepted: 12 October 2017
    Published: 13 October 2017
    DOI: 10.11648/j.ajpn.s.2017050601.40
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    Abstract: Introduction. Hip fractures are more common especially in women, in the elderly, due to osteoporosis. Almost half of all people who suffer hip fractures also have dementia. Patients with dementia recover slower and they are more prone to complications.
    Objectives. We present 6 female patients (65 years and older) with dementia who received a differe
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  • Strategies to Prevent Delirium in ICU

    Mary-Nicoleta Lupu, Mădălina-Nina Sandu

    Issue: Volume 5, Issue 6-1, November 2017
    Pages: 31-31
    Received: 10 October 2017
    Accepted: 12 October 2017
    Published: 13 October 2017
    DOI: 10.11648/j.ajpn.s.2017050601.41
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    Abstract: Introduction: In the recent years there has been an increase in the use of psychoactive drugs, especially in adolescents and young people. Known as the "ethnobotanics", they are synthetic drugs produced in clandestine locations. Traded under different names - dried plants, scented sticks, bath salts, etc., they can induce states of euphoria, lack o... Show More
  • Managing the Fractures Treatment for Patients Who Develop Alchohol Withdrawal

    Sorin Ungurianu, Florentin Dimofte

    Issue: Volume 5, Issue 6-1, November 2017
    Pages: 32-32
    Received: 10 October 2017
    Accepted: 12 October 2017
    Published: 13 October 2017
    DOI: 10.11648/j.ajpn.s.2017050601.42
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    Abstract: Aims: Southern Moldova is a wine region, with a lot of wineyards. Every peasant has in his farm some wine aryl’s and produces annual hundreds liters of wine and brandy which he consumes daily. In this area the water is not drinkable, is used just for washing. At least 2 patients from the total that are hospitalized in a week, are having alcoholic w... Show More
  • Therapeutic Management in Resistant Depression

    Ghenadie Carausu

    Issue: Volume 5, Issue 6-1, November 2017
    Pages: 33-33
    Received: 10 October 2017
    Accepted: 12 October 2017
    Published: 13 October 2017
    DOI: 10.11648/j.ajpn.s.2017050601.43
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    Abstract: Background: Depression is a major public health problem. Resistant depression occupying a growing share in psychiatric pathologies.
    Aim: To identify the effectiveness of strategies to overcome resistant depression.
    Methods. To determine the clinical outcome in patients with resistant depression was planned a descriptive cohort study on a group of 612

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  • The Effect of Psychoeducation and Anxiety Therapy in Breast Cancer Screening

    Livia Teodora Lungulescu, Cristian Virgil Lungulescu, Victor Gheorman, Sorin Nicolae Dinescu, Veronica Calborean, Mihail Cristian Pîrlog

    Issue: Volume 5, Issue 6-1, November 2017
    Pages: 34-34
    Received: 10 October 2017
    Accepted: 12 October 2017
    Published: 13 October 2017
    DOI: 10.11648/j.ajpn.s.2017050601.44
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    Abstract: Background: Depressive symptoms are commonly found in patients diagnosed with mammary cancer. The association between symptoms of depression and anxiety could exacerbate the subjective symptoms of the oncological disease, worsening both the evolution of the illness and the response to treatment. Previous studies proved that the psycho-education app... Show More
  • Title: Overlap of Attention Deficit and Hyperreactivity Disorder with Obstructive Sleep Apnea – A Case Presentation

    Carmen Columbia Stroescu, Stefan Dumitrache-Rujinski, Vlad Bogdan Stroescu, Ionela Erhan, Alina Croitoru, Miron Alexandru Bogdan

    Issue: Volume 5, Issue 6-1, November 2017
    Pages: 35-35
    Received: 10 October 2017
    Accepted: 12 October 2017
    Published: 13 October 2017
    DOI: 10.11648/j.ajpn.s.2017050601.45
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    Abstract: Introduction: Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is more prevalent in psychiatric patients than in general population. Early diagnosis and adequate management of OSA could improve prognosis in this category.
    Methods: We present a case of moderate OSA in a patient with attention deficit and hyperreactivity disorder (ADHD) with prominent symptoms following
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  • Comorbidity of Depressive Symptomatology in Patients Aged 60-80 Years with More than Two Chronic Physical Illnesses in General Practice

    Ivo Natsov, Rumen Triffonov, Svetlana Velikova, Vladimir Nankov, Kaloian Natsov

    Issue: Volume 5, Issue 6-1, November 2017
    Pages: 36-36
    Received: 10 October 2017
    Accepted: 12 October 2017
    Published: 13 October 2017
    DOI: 10.11648/j.ajpn.s.2017050601.46
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    Abstract: Objectives: To investigate the prevalence of clinically relevant and subsyndromal depressive symptoms in patients aged 60-80 years with more than two somatic diseases; To approbate PRIME-MD as a tool for investigating depression in later life; to verify the hypothesis that the presence of more than two somatic diseases is a predictor of depression.... Show More
  • Objective Quantification of Psychomotor Disturbances in Patients with Depressive Episode

    Svetlozar H. Haralanov, Petya D. Terziivanova, Evelina S. Haralanova

    Issue: Volume 5, Issue 6-1, November 2017
    Pages: 37-37
    Received: 10 October 2017
    Accepted: 12 October 2017
    Published: 13 October 2017
    DOI: 10.11648/j.ajpn.s.2017050601.47
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    Abstract: Background: Psychomotor disturbances have been regarded as cardinal symptoms of depression for centuries and their objective assessment may have predictive value with respect to the severity of clinical depression, treatment outcome and prognosis of the depressive disorder. In clinical practice psychomotor disturbances are evaluated and measured su... Show More
  • Kaplan Meiers Method in Comparison and Randomised Clinical Trials of Valproate Versus Lithium and Carbamazepine in Treatment of Bipolar Patients in Albania

    Fatime Elezi, Sonila Tomori, Eugjen Sotiri, Elizana Petrela

    Issue: Volume 5, Issue 6-1, November 2017
    Pages: 38-38
    Received: 10 October 2017
    Accepted: 12 October 2017
    Published: 13 October 2017
    DOI: 10.11648/j.ajpn.s.2017050601.48
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    Abstract: Background: The Kaplan Meir procedure is a method of estimating time-to-event models in the presence of censored cases. Kaplan Meier (K-M) model is based on estimating conditional probabilities at each time point when an event occurs and taking the product limit of those probabilities to estimate the survival rate at each point in time.
    Aims: Applic
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  • Treatment Alternatives in Resistant Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder in Children – A Review of the Last Five Years Literature

    Besmira Zenelaj

    Issue: Volume 5, Issue 6-1, November 2017
    Pages: 39-39
    Received: 10 October 2017
    Accepted: 12 October 2017
    Published: 13 October 2017
    DOI: 10.11648/j.ajpn.s.2017050601.49
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    Abstract: Background: Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) in childhood and adolescence is an impairing condition, associated with a specific set of distressing symptoms.
    Aims: To review the last five years research according the treatment of treatment-refractory paediatric obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD).
    Method: A PubMed search was conducted to identify t

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  • Improving Metabolic Adverse Events Associated with Antipsychotic Treatment in Children and Adolescents

    Gashi Drita Bytyci

    Issue: Volume 5, Issue 6-1, November 2017
    Pages: 40-40
    Received: 10 October 2017
    Accepted: 12 October 2017
    Published: 13 October 2017
    DOI: 10.11648/j.ajpn.s.2017050601.50
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    Abstract: Background: Children and adolescents with serious mental illness may experience improved psychiatric stability with second generation antipsychotic (SGA) medication treatment, but unfortunately may also experience unhealthy weight gain adverse events.
    Aims: To describe behavioral weight loss intervention for weight gain children and adolescents bein
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  • Effects of Deep Brain Stimulation in Anorexia Nervosa

    Ela Mitro, Besmira Zenelaj, Valmira Kodra, Dorina Sanxhaku, Valbona Alikaj

    Issue: Volume 5, Issue 6-1, November 2017
    Pages: 41-41
    Received: 10 October 2017
    Accepted: 12 October 2017
    Published: 13 October 2017
    DOI: 10.11648/j.ajpn.s.2017050601.51
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    Abstract: Background: Anorexia nervosa is characterized by a chronic course that is refractory to treatment in many patients and has one of the highest mortality rates of any psychiatric disorder. In this context, there is an urgent need to develop safe therapies approaches. Deep brain stimulation (DBS) has been applied to circuit-based neuropsychiatric dise... Show More
  • "Optimal Outcomes" in Autism Spectrum Disorder, Characteristics of Children Who Lost the Diagnosis of Autism

    Kodra Valmira, Zenelaj Besmira, Mitro Ela, Sanxhaku Dorina, Allkoja Brikena, Alikaj Valbona

    Issue: Volume 5, Issue 6-1, November 2017
    Pages: 42-42
    Received: 10 October 2017
    Accepted: 12 October 2017
    Published: 13 October 2017
    DOI: 10.11648/j.ajpn.s.2017050601.52
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    Abstract: Objective: To review the latest researches according the Optimal Outcomes in children with ASD and Characteristics of Children Who Lost the Diagnosis of Autism.
    Method: Review of two studies: Deborah Fein at Al 2013 “Optimal outcome in individuals with a history of autism” which presents strengthened evidence that some individuals diagnosed with aut
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  • The Relationship Between Perceived Stress Levels and the Working Life Quality of Community Mental Health Center Professionals

    Florida Dobi, Enilda Duro

    Issue: Volume 5, Issue 6-1, November 2017
    Pages: 43-43
    Received: 10 October 2017
    Accepted: 12 October 2017
    Published: 13 October 2017
    DOI: 10.11648/j.ajpn.s.2017050601.53
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    Abstract: Background: Nowadays, autism represents more than a medical problem, its effects being reflected not only on people diagnosed with, but also in medical professionals involved in therapy, families and communities.
    Aims: to identify how stress levels of community mental health center professionals affect working life performance.
    Method: This is a quan

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  • Mental Health Profile Disorders in Care Providers of Patients with Schizophrenia

    Iva Çajupi, Ada Velo, Ermonela Dokle, Enilda Duro, Florida Dobi

    Issue: Volume 5, Issue 6-1, November 2017
    Pages: 44-44
    Received: 10 October 2017
    Accepted: 12 October 2017
    Published: 13 October 2017
    DOI: 10.11648/j.ajpn.s.2017050601.54
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    Abstract: Background: It is known that individuals that provide care and services to persons that suffer from chronicle diseases like dementia, schizophrenia, mental retardation, people with major motor disorders, are in added risk to make mental health disorders.
    Aims: Evaluating the frequency of some psychiatric disorders in persons that provide services an
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  • Cognitive Control Therapy with ADD Children and Adolescents

    Efigena Kabili, Elona Gjoni, Fjorind Bara, Leidon Çadri, Florida Dobi, Sonila Tomori

    Issue: Volume 5, Issue 6-1, November 2017
    Pages: 45-45
    Received: 10 October 2017
    Accepted: 12 October 2017
    Published: 13 October 2017
    DOI: 10.11648/j.ajpn.s.2017050601.55
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    Abstract: Background: In the whole spectrum of mental health disorders, cognitive structures play one of the most important role, both for the evolution of the disease, and also for the development of the person affected. In this context, it becomes very important to do a correct assessment of the cognitive function, and, also to preserve as much as possible... Show More
  • The Depression of Mothers and the Impact on Children

    Elona Gjoni, Zamira Dega, Efigena Kabili, Florida Dobi

    Issue: Volume 5, Issue 6-1, November 2017
    Pages: 46-46
    Received: 10 October 2017
    Accepted: 12 October 2017
    Published: 13 October 2017
    DOI: 10.11648/j.ajpn.s.2017050601.56
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    Abstract: Background: Maternal depression in all its forms (before and during pregnancy, post-partum, late life etc.) plays an important role in the life of the women affected, but also in the life of their children, representing an important risk factor for their mental health development.
    Aims: To highlight the role of the nurse in the early identification
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  • Psychiatric Comorbidity in Adolescents with Daily Headache (Chronic Daily Headache)

    Ermonela Dokle, Efigena Kabili, Ina Gusho, Adriatik Ramaj, Florida Dobi

    Issue: Volume 5, Issue 6-1, November 2017
    Pages: 47-47
    Received: 10 October 2017
    Accepted: 12 October 2017
    Published: 13 October 2017
    DOI: 10.11648/j.ajpn.s.2017050601.57
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    Abstract: Background: Mental health problems of the adolescents represent an issue not only for mental health professionals but also for the people involved in their education, caregivers and members of families. In the case of comorbid association between mental health disorders and medical conditions the severity of both disorders is amplified and a multid... Show More
  • Frequency of Mental and Behavioural Disorders in Patients with Dementia

    Ada Velo, Iva Cajupi, Ermela Shutina, Ermonela Dokle, Florida Dobi

    Issue: Volume 5, Issue 6-1, November 2017
    Pages: 48-48
    Received: 10 October 2017
    Accepted: 12 October 2017
    Published: 13 October 2017
    DOI: 10.11648/j.ajpn.s.2017050601.58
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    Abstract: Background: Data from literature showed that both in early stages of neurodegenerative diseases and during their evolution, dementia symptoms are associated with other psychiatric disorders, such depression, or behavioural symptoms, agitation and aggression being the more frequent.
    Aims: To detect the frequency of some psychiatric disorders in patie
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  • Parental Perceptions about Autism Spectrum Disorder of Their Children: Impacts and Implications for Interventions in Albania

    Eleana Naci, Esmeralda Xhelilaj

    Issue: Volume 5, Issue 6-1, November 2017
    Pages: 49-49
    Received: 10 October 2017
    Accepted: 12 October 2017
    Published: 13 October 2017
    DOI: 10.11648/j.ajpn.s.2017050601.59
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    Abstract: Aims: To identify and evaluate perceptions of parents of children with ASD at the time of diagnosis, and after receiving 2 years and 4 years ABA therapy.
    Method: The participants of the study are parents of 150 children who receive diagnosis or receive treatment in 2 years and who receive treatment in 4 years at the Regional Center for Autism. The r
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  • Measuring Distress in Cancer Patients: A Cancer Distress Screening with a Cancer-specific Questionnaire

    Kleda Mati, Sonila Tomori, Kleva Qeraj, Erald Ruci, Dhurara Tarifa

    Issue: Volume 5, Issue 6-1, November 2017
    Pages: 50-50
    Received: 10 October 2017
    Accepted: 12 October 2017
    Published: 13 October 2017
    DOI: 10.11648/j.ajpn.s.2017050601.60
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    Abstract: Aims: To assess the psychological distress of cancer patients in a disease-specific manner as well as the demographic, social, financial and medical variables that have an impact on the distress.
    Method: 115 patients were randomly selected from patients admitted for chemotherapy treatment in the Oncology Department, UHC of Tirana. Two questionnaires
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  • Atypical Presentation of Celiac Disease in a Girl with Epilepsy and Retinopathy – Albanian Case

    Aferdita Tako, Mira Dervishi, Sonila Tomori, Aida Bushati, Paskal Cullufi

    Issue: Volume 5, Issue 6-1, November 2017
    Pages: 51-51
    Received: 10 October 2017
    Accepted: 12 October 2017
    Published: 13 October 2017
    DOI: 10.11648/j.ajpn.s.2017050601.61
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    Abstract: Aims: To report a case with celiac disease in a girl presented with epilepsy, behavioural disorder and retinal dystrophy.
    Method: E.B. was hospitalised at age 11 with convulsive seizure (the third in a year) and irritable mood, hyperactivity, school refusal and eating problems. She was born in term with APGAR score 9/10 and weight 2800 gr. Her infan
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  • Deinstitutionalizing Mental Health in Albania, Shortcoming of a National Reform

    Erinda Bllaca, Adrian Kati

    Issue: Volume 5, Issue 6-1, November 2017
    Pages: 52-52
    Received: 10 October 2017
    Accepted: 12 October 2017
    Published: 13 October 2017
    DOI: 10.11648/j.ajpn.s.2017050601.62
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    Abstract: Our goal was to examines the right to quality mental health services in Albania from a comparative approach integrating the analysis of inherited clinical concept of psychiatric treatment with the “innovative” model of community based services, introduced after law amendments in 2012.
    The Albanian health care system of the ’90s showed many challenge
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  • Fibromyalgia Case – Psychiatric and Psychological Implications

    Alberta Shkembi, Genti Xhelili

    Issue: Volume 5, Issue 6-1, November 2017
    Pages: 53-53
    Received: 10 October 2017
    Accepted: 12 October 2017
    Published: 13 October 2017
    DOI: 10.11648/j.ajpn.s.2017050601.63
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    Abstract: Fibromyalgia is a chronic health condition characterized by widespread musculoskeletal pain, multiple tender points on physical examination, generalized muscular aching stiffness, fatigue, non-restorative sleep pattern, cognitive dysfunction and mood disturbance. People with this kind of diseases might be developing fibromyalgia. In this group are ... Show More
  • Siblings of Autistic Children and Language Delay

    Alma Babo, Aferdita Tako, Sonila Tomori, Mira Dervishi, Florida Dobi, Aida Bushati

    Issue: Volume 5, Issue 6-1, November 2017
    Pages: 54-54
    Received: 10 October 2017
    Accepted: 12 October 2017
    Published: 13 October 2017
    DOI: 10.11648/j.ajpn.s.2017050601.64
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    Abstract: Background: Autism is one of the neurodevelopmental disorders that has dragged the most of international attention of general public and research community during the last decade. Even in Albania has obviously been raised the sensitivity on that disorder.
    Aims: to evaluate the developmental and difficulties in siblings of autistic children.
    Method: I

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  • Depression in Terminal Cancer Patients: A Comparative Study Between Males and Females

    Jada Caja, Tedi Mana

    Issue: Volume 5, Issue 6-1, November 2017
    Pages: 55-55
    Received: 10 October 2017
    Accepted: 12 October 2017
    Published: 13 October 2017
    DOI: 10.11648/j.ajpn.s.2017050601.65
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    Abstract: Background: Health care staffs such as psychologist and doctor are always trying to find ways for terminal patients to feel more comfortable as possible but also for them to alleviate pains and mental issues. In Mother Theresa Hospital in Albania working with patient in phase V terminal cancer was observed a distribution between genders with depres... Show More
  • Epidemiology of Celiac Disease in Children in Albania and Psychological Implications of the Disease

    Ermira Dervishi, Aferdita Tako, Virtut Velmishi, Agim Gjikopulli, Sonila Tomori, Laurant Kollcaku, Paskal Cullufi

    Issue: Volume 5, Issue 6-1, November 2017
    Pages: 57-57
    Received: 10 October 2017
    Accepted: 12 October 2017
    Published: 13 October 2017
    DOI: 10.11648/j.ajpn.s.2017050601.67
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    Abstract: Aims: to describe the most recent data on the epidemiology of celiac disease in paediatric patients in Albania.
    Method: 44 patients diagnosed with celiac disease (based on ESPHAGAN's criteria) during 2011-2013. The diagnosis was established using serological testing, level of tTG antibodies (IgA) as well as the degree of mucosal lesions through duod
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  • Migratory Trends of Psychiatric Residents in Albania - EFPT Brain Drain Project

    Sonila Tomori, Mariana Pinto Da Costa, Tove Mogren

    Issue: Volume 5, Issue 6-1, November 2017
    Pages: 58-58
    Received: 10 October 2017
    Accepted: 12 October 2017
    Published: 13 October 2017
    DOI: 10.11648/j.ajpn.s.2017050601.68
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    Abstract: Aims: Assessing the migration profile and migratory trends of psychiatry trainees in Albania as part of EFPT Brain Drain study in Europe and comparing it to other countries.
    Method: Data collection was accomplished by an anonymous online survey and hard-copy questionnaire in University Hospital Center "Mother Teresa", to all psychiatric residents in
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  • Depression and Chronic Neuro-Inflammation – A Two-Way Street with a Possible Biomarker

    Traian Purnichi, Lavinia Duica, Cristina Ruxandra Banu, Mihail Cristian Pirlog

    Issue: Volume 5, Issue 6-1, November 2017
    Pages: 59-59
    Received: 10 October 2017
    Accepted: 12 October 2017
    Published: 13 October 2017
    DOI: 10.11648/j.ajpn.s.2017050601.69
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    Abstract: Background: Nowadays, depression affects more than 300 000 million persons worldwide and it seems to be the main cause for disability by the World Health Organization report from 2017. The aetiology of depression seems to be heterogenous and remains uncertain.
    Aims: In this context, no matter the depression form, the chronic neuro-inflammation and d
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  • Integration of Complementary and Alternative Medicine into Psychiatry - The Status Quo

    Magdalena D. Cuciureanu

    Issue: Volume 5, Issue 6-1, November 2017
    Pages: 60-60
    Received: 10 October 2017
    Accepted: 12 October 2017
    Published: 13 October 2017
    DOI: 10.11648/j.ajpn.s.2017050601.70
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    Abstract: Background: In the era of evidence-based medicine, Complementary and Alternative Medicine is considered an outsider and its use is surrounded by controversies and preconceptions. Nonetheless, approximately half of the patients use it concomitantly with allopathic drugs without telling it to their physician.
    Aims: To draw attention to this phenomenon
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  • The Importance of the Therapeutic Relationship in Diagnostic Acceptance in Patients with Psychosomatic Disorders

    Curis Cecilia

    Issue: Volume 5, Issue 6-1, November 2017
    Pages: 61-61
    Received: 10 October 2017
    Accepted: 12 October 2017
    Published: 13 October 2017
    DOI: 10.11648/j.ajpn.s.2017050601.71
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    Abstract: Objectives: The objective of the study is to demonstrate the influence of the therapeutic relationship in diagnostic and therapeutic acceptance in patients with psychosomatic disorders, while identifying the obstacles that interfere between the patient and the physician, preventing the achievement of this goal.
    Material and Method: We included 200 p
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  • Child Depression

    Klara I. Sarbu

    Issue: Volume 5, Issue 6-1, November 2017
    Pages: 62-62
    Received: 10 October 2017
    Accepted: 12 October 2017
    Published: 13 October 2017
    DOI: 10.11648/j.ajpn.s.2017050601.72
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    Abstract: The depressive disorder in children can be defined as a transitory stage of irritability or transitory depressive stage for at least one year, the certain diagnostic setting being done by adding two more depression symptoms that are present all the time, for at least half of the year under analysis.
    The increase or decrease of the appetite, insomnia
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  • Depression in Patients with Diabetes

    Lavinia Alexandra Moroianu, Eduard Polea Drima, Alexandru Bogdan Ciubară, Claudiu Ionuț Vasile, Mihai Mutică, Anamaria Ciubară, Aurel Nechita

    Issue: Volume 5, Issue 6-1, November 2017
    Pages: 63-63
    Received: 10 October 2017
    Accepted: 12 October 2017
    Published: 13 October 2017
    DOI: 10.11648/j.ajpn.s.2017050601.73
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    Abstract: Background: Comorbidity of depression - diabetes is a very important public health problem, both by increasing the consumption of medical services and the cost of health. Clinical care involves the development of effective strategies for recognizing depression and the implementation of personalized therapies according to the needs of each patient.
    A
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  • Objective Quantification of Psychomotor Disturbances in Patients with Depressive Episode

    Svetlozar Haralanov, Petya Terziivanova, Evelina Haralanova

    Issue: Volume 5, Issue 6-1, November 2017
    Pages: 64-64
    Received: 10 October 2017
    Accepted: 12 October 2017
    Published: 13 October 2017
    DOI: 10.11648/j.ajpn.s.2017050601.74
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    Abstract: Background: Psychomotor disturbances have been regarded as cardinal symptoms of depression for centuries and their objective assessment may have predictive value with respect to the severity of clinical depression, treatment outcome and prognosis of the depressive disorder. In clinical practice psychomotor disturbances are evaluated and measured su... Show More
  • Depression and Medical Conditions in a Screening Program

    Bogdan Stania, Mihaela Vladu, Diana Clenciu, Catalin Cotulbea, Gabriel Oana, Maria Lia Cara, Mihail Cristian Pirlog

    Issue: Volume 5, Issue 6-1, November 2017
    Pages: 65-65
    Received: 10 October 2017
    Accepted: 12 October 2017
    Published: 13 October 2017
    DOI: 10.11648/j.ajpn.s.2017050601.75
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    Abstract: Depressive disorder plays an important role in the evolution of associated somatic comorbidities, the most important of which being cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases, oncological diseases, neurodegenerative disorders, diabetes mellitus, or chronic liver disease. Presence of depression in individuals with somatic diseases could lead to non... Show More