The Hidden Burden of Hemifacial Spasm: A Systematic Review of Non‐Motor Symptoms
Abstract Background Hemifacial spasm (HFS) is a chronic neurological disorder characterized by involuntary contractions of facial muscles. Traditionally regarded as a motor condition, HFS encompasses a spectrum of non‐motor symptoms that are often overlooked but significantly affect patients’ quality of life.
Miriam Carvalho Soares +2 more
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Asperger syndrome and anxiety disorders (PAsSA) treatment trial: a study protocol of a pilot, multicentre, single-blind, randomised crossover trial of group cognitive behavioural therapy [PDF]
Introduction: A number of studies have established that children, adolescents and adults with Asperger syndrome (AS) and high functioning autism (HFA) have significant problems with anxiety.
Malovic, Aida +15 more
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Psychotherapeutic strategies for management of neurotic disorders in veterans of modern combat
As a result of using a multi-modality neurological/mental assessment and a multifaceted rehabilitation program (including group therapy), 108 patients with sequelae of mine blast closed traumatic brain injury (MB CTBI) and post-traumatic stress disorder (
Mikhailo Mykolaiovych Matiash +1 more
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Abstract Myotonic dystrophy type 1 (DM1) is a clinically challenging multisystem neuromuscular hereditary disorder, with generational increase in severity and earlier age at onset. It is caused by an unstable cytosine‐thymine‐guanine repeat expansion at the DMPK locus, accompanied by associated genetic and epigenetic modifications.
Md Mehedi Hasan +9 more
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Long-term risk of psychiatric disorders in women with endometriosis: A retrospective cohort study
Background: Endometriosis is a chronic, estrogen-dependent condition associated with substantial physical and psychological burden. Although psychiatric comorbidities are frequently reported, large-scale real-world data remain limited.
Yu-Hsiang Shih +8 more
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Functional sexual pain disorders in women are a particular challenge to the gynecologist, inasmuch as phobic avoidance and guarding on the part of the patient lead to difficulties in the gynecological examination and diagnosis.
David Rabinowitz +2 more
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ABSTRACT Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera) has been recognized for enhancing physical strength, mental well‐being, and overall vitality. Despite its long‐standing use across generations, some clinical reports have noted occasional adverse events. This study compared the safety and tolerability of Ashwagandha Root Extract (ARE) in healthy adults.
Ketan Pakhale +4 more
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CATATYMNO-IMAGINATIVE PSYCHOTHERAPY IN THE TREATMENT OF PATIENTS WITH ANXIETY-PHOBIC DISORDERS [PDF]
Modern conditions are not sufficient for a psychotherapist to study and apply only one modality in practice. Requires a level of professional competence that allows to use the psychotherapeutic potential of various psychotherapeutic modalities, in ...
Guzel, Yusupova
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Phobic Anxiety is Associated with Higher Serum Concentrations of Adipokines and Cytokines in Women with Diabetes [PDF]
OBJECTIVE: Phobic anxiety has been associated with increased risk of cardiovascular disease (CVD), but the underlying mechanisms are poorly understood. We aimed to determine whether associations of phobic anxiety with several known markers of CVD might ...
Williams, Catherine J. +8 more
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Mouthful of Fears: Unmasking Cancerophobia in Patients with Oral Lesions
Background: Cancerophobia in patients with oral lesions can lead to anxiety, frequent medical consultations, avoidance behavior and adverse impact on quality of life.
Adeela Aarefeen +5 more
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