Cognitive behaviour therapy for specific phobia of vomiting (Emetophobia): A pilot randomized controlled trial [PDF]
This is the first randomised controlled trial to evaluate a protocol for cognitive behaviour therapy (CBT) for a Specific Phobia of Vomiting (SPOV) compared with a wait list and to use assessment scales that are specific for a SPOV.24 participants (23 women and 1 man) were randomly allocated to either 12 sessions of CBT or a wait list.At the end of the
Lori Riddle-Walker +8 more
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The emetophobia questionnaire (EmetQ-13): Psychometric validation of a measure of specific phobia of vomiting (emetophobia) [PDF]
This study reports on the development and psychometric evaluation of a self-report assessment of the severity of symptoms of emetophobia. Using a sample of 95 individuals with emetophobia, and a matched sample of 90 control participants, a 13-items inventory was developed that showed a clear three-factor structure.
Boschen, Mark J +3 more
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Phenomenology, epidemiology, co-morbidity and treatment of a specific phobia of vomiting: A systematic review of an understudied disorder [PDF]
Specific Phobia of Vomiting (SPOV) is an under-researched disorder compared to other Specific Phobias. A systematic review was conducted to synthesise existing research across areas of phenomenology, aetiology, epidemiology, co-morbidity, assessment measures and treatment.
Keyes, Alexandra +2 more
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Is a specific phobia of vomiting part of the obsessive compulsive and related disorders? [PDF]
Abstract Aims To explore whether the phenomenology and co-morbidity of a specific phobia of vomiting (SPOV) (also known as “emetophobia”) might best fit within the group of obsessive compulsive and related disorders. Method Case review of individuals who were assessed for a SPOV ( n =83).
Veale, David +2 more
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Cognitive behaviour therapy for a specific phobia of vomiting [PDF]
AbstractThis article summarizes the current knowledge and treatment for a specific phobia of vomiting (SPOV). It is relatively uncommon compared to other specific phobias but may have been misdiagnosed in catchment-area surveys. The differential diagnosis of SPOV includes obsessive–compulsive disorder, hypochondriacal disorder and anorexia nervosa.
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Abnormal Eating Behaviour in People with a Specific Phobia of Vomiting (Emetophobia) [PDF]
AbstractObjectiveThe aim of this study was to explore the eating behaviour in people with a specific phobia of vomiting (SPOV), and whether those identified as restricting their food had a greater degree of psychopathology and impairment than those who do not restrict their food.MethodWe recruited 94 participants with SPOV. They were divided into those
Veale, David +3 more
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Introduction Migraine is a common disabling primary headache disorder characterized by attacks of severe pain, sometimes accompanied by symptoms including nausea and photo-/phono-phobia.
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EMPLOYING LONG SHORT-TERM MEMORY NETWORKS IN TRIGGER DETECTION FOR EMETOPHOBIA
Research focused on mental health-related issues is vital to the modern person’s life. Specific phobias are part of the anxiety disorder umbrella and they are distressing afflictions.
Maria-Mădălina MIRCEA
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Carbamazepine-responsive paroxysmal nausea and vomiting in a patient with meningeal carcinomatosis [PDF]
In neurology, paroxysmal syndromes are well-known, eg, as manifestations of multiple sclerosis. We report a patient with meningeal carcinomatosis, who presented with therapyrefractory nausea and vomiting.
Borasio, Gian Domenico
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Emetophobia: A case of nausea leading to dehydration in an adolescent female
Emetophobia is defined as the specific fear of vomiting and avoidance behaviors related to vomiting situations; the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, Fifth Edition, specifies this condition as a Specific Phobia: Other type: Vomiting (
Anju Kannappan, Amy B Middleman
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