Review
Psychology, Multidisciplinary
Rong Tang, Junlan Yang, Yanmei Yu, Yuying Fang
Summary: The meta-analysis showed that CBT demonstrated significant advantages in alleviating anxiety, improving quality of life in hirsutism patients, and increasing compliance and pregnancy rate.
FRONTIERS IN PSYCHOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Reproductive Biology
Bahadori Fatemeh, Jahanian Sadatmahalleh Shahideh, Mirzaei Negin
Summary: The study found no significant differences in anxiety, depression, and quality of life among the four PCOS phenotypes. However, HRQoL related to hirsutism was worse in phenotypes A and B. Phenotype D had higher acne scores, while phenotype C had higher menstrual scores compared to other groups.
JOURNAL OF OVARIAN RESEARCH
(2021)
Article
Psychiatry
Sheida Majidzadeh, Mojgan Mirghafourvand, Mahmoud Farvareshi, Parisa Yavarikia
Summary: This study aimed to determine the effect of cognitive behavioral therapy on depression, anxiety, and quality of life in women with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS). The results showed that cognitive behavioral therapy was effective in reducing depression and anxiety and improving quality of life. Therefore, healthcare providers are recommended to use this approach to enhance the mental health and quality of life of women with PCOS.
Article
Clinical Neurology
Yin Yang, Hui Deng, Tian Li, Min Xia, Chang Liu, Xiao-Qing Bu, Hang Li, Li-Juan Fu, Zhao-Hui Zhong
Summary: The study revealed significant associations between anxiety and depression with sleep conditions in PCOS patients, but no associations were found with disease characteristics, reproductive, and metabolic indicators.
JOURNAL OF AFFECTIVE DISORDERS
(2021)
Article
Obstetrics & Gynecology
Alzina Koric, Bhavneet Singh, James A. VanDerslice, Joseph B. Stanford, Charles R. Rogers, Doreen T. Egan, Daniel O. Agyemang, Karen Schliep
Summary: Polycystic ovary syndrome is associated with postpartum depressed mood and symptoms among high-risk mothers, with prenatal depression and anxiety mediating this association. Nearly 20% of women in the population-based sample who reported at least 2 PCOS symptoms did not receive a clinical diagnosis, highlighting the importance of psychological screening among women with PCOS.
AMERICAN JOURNAL OF OBSTETRICS AND GYNECOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Clinical Neurology
Margaret X. C. Yin, Ling-Li Leng, Zurong Liang, Xuan-Yu Chen, Celia H. Y. Chan, Cecilia L. W. Chan
Summary: This study investigated how women with PCOS in China perceive their bodies and examined the association between body image and depression. The results showed that these women had high levels of self-objectification, illness ambiguity, appearance anxiety, and depression. Qualitative findings revealed a vulnerable body image, indiscernible identity, and distressed mind.
JOURNAL OF AFFECTIVE DISORDERS
(2022)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Yanjun Cao, Guopeng Li, Yanbei Ren
Summary: This study investigated the association between sedentary behavior and health-related quality of life (HRQoL) among infertile women with PCOS. The results showed that sedentary behavior was significantly associated with poorer HRQoL. Therefore, reducing sedentary behavior and psychological burden can be considered as important intervention targets for improving HRQoL.
Article
Medicine, General & Internal
Pawel Dybciak, Ewa Humeniuk, Dorota Raczkiewicz, Jan Krakowiak, Artur Wdowiak, Iwona Bojar
Summary: This study aimed to examine the prevalence and severity of anxiety and depression symptoms, ego-resiliency levels, and stress-coping methods among women with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) compared to healthy women. The results showed that women with PCOS had higher levels of anxiety and depression, as well as poorer ego-resiliency, compared to healthy women. Furthermore, the study identified specific socio-demographic characteristics that were associated with increased anxiety and depression levels in women with PCOS.
MEDICINA-LITHUANIA
(2022)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Fatemeh Bahadori, Shahideh Jahanian Sadatmahalleh, Ali Montazeri, Malihe Nasiri
Summary: This study compared women with different PCOS phenotypes with a healthy control group in terms of sexual function, depression, anxiety, and quality of life. The results showed significant differences in sexual dysfunction, depression, anxiety, and quality of life between women with different PCOS phenotypes and the healthy control group.
Review
Psychiatry
Xican Yin, Yinan Ji, Cecilia Lai Wan Chan, Celia Hoi Yan Chan
Summary: The study found that women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) have significant issues with depression, anxiety, and decreased quality of life compared to healthy women, but there is no significant difference in sexual function.
ARCHIVES OF WOMENS MENTAL HEALTH
(2021)
Review
Nutrition & Dietetics
Ewelina Burnatowska, Agnieszka Wikarek, Paulina Oboza, Natalia Ogarek, Mateusz Glinianowicz, Piotr Kocelak, Magdalena Olszanecka-Glinianowicz
Summary: Obesity is a known risk factor for the development of polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), particularly phenotype A. PCOS is a major cause of fertility disorders in women of reproductive age. Treatment of hormonal disorders associated with PCOS has been pursued for years to restore ovulation and regular menstrual cycles. Obesity treatment has been proven effective for many women, but may be challenging due to underlying emotional eating, eating disorders, and impaired reward system. Recognizing and treating these disorders, including the appropriate use of pharmacotherapy and psychotherapy, is crucial for effective obesity treatment in women with PCOS.
Review
Psychiatry
Lindsay R. Standeven, Elizabeth Olson, Nicole Leistikow, Jennifer L. Payne, Lauren M. Osborne, Liisa Hantsoo
Summary: Existing studies have shown a significant association between alterations in gonadal and neuroactive steroids (NASs) and mood symptoms among women with PCOS, with a particular focus on the role of allopregnanolone (ALLO) in reproductive-related psychiatric disorders. Further research is needed to better understand the biological causes of psychiatric symptoms in women with PCOS and to inform clinical treatment.
CURRENT PSYCHIATRY REPORTS
(2021)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Abdulhakeem S. S. Alamri, Majid Alhomrani, Walaa F. F. Alsanie, Mansour Almuqbil, Khawlah M. M. Alqarni, Saleh M. M. Alshehri, Osama Abdulaziz, Magdi M. M. Salih, Bassem M. M. Raafat, Abdulwahab Alamri, Nasser Fawzan Alomar, Syed Mohammed Basheeruddin Asdaq
Summary: This study aims to investigate the influence of polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) on the psychological burden in the Saudi Arabian population. The findings demonstrate a significantly higher risk of depression, anxiety, and stress among PCOS patients compared to normal women. Additionally, higher education has been shown to help alleviate depression in PCOS females.
FRONTIERS IN PUBLIC HEALTH
(2022)
Review
Medicine, General & Internal
Pawel Dybciak, Dorota Raczkiewicz, Ewa Humeniuk, Tomasz Powrozek, Mariusz Gujski, Teresa Malecka-Massalska, Artur Wdowiak, Iwona Bojar
Summary: This meta-analysis utilized research utilizing the Hospital Anxiety and Depression Scale (HADS) to determine the prevalence, mean level, standardized mean difference, and probability of depression in patients with PCOS. The results indicate an increased risk of depressive symptoms in women with PCOS.
JOURNAL OF CLINICAL MEDICINE
(2023)
Article
Endocrinology & Metabolism
Lim Leek Mei, Muhammad Azrai Abu, Kah Teik Chew, Aniza Ismail, Ani Amelia Zainuddin, Abdul Ghani Nur Azurah
Summary: The Polycystic Ovary Syndrome Questionnaire is a reliable tool for measuring health-related quality of life. The Malay version of this questionnaire has been developed and found to be valid for assessing the impact of polycystic ovary syndrome on Malaysian women's health.
FRONTIERS IN ENDOCRINOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Dermatology
Sedigheh Sadat Tavassolmand, Ali Montazeri, Farzan Madadizadeh, Hamid Reza Dehghan, Mohammad Ranjbar, Hosein Ameri
Summary: This study aimed to translate and validate the DFS-SF in Iran. The validity and reliability of the measure were tested in 262 patients with DFUs. The Persian DFS-SF showed good validity and reliability, and can be used to assess QoL in patients with DFSs in Iran.
INTERNATIONAL WOUND JOURNAL
(2023)
Article
Gerontology
Fatemeh Fallahi, Monireh Anoosheh, Mahshid Foroughan, Zohreh Vanaki, Anoshirvan Kazemnejad
Summary: This study aimed to explain the spousal role in the lives of Iranian middle-aged women. Through semi-structured interviews and conventional content analysis of 25 middle-aged women, three main categories of paying more attention to the spouse's needs, enhancing feminine charms, and maintaining married life were identified as the theme of reviving the spousal role. This understanding could help healthcare personnel develop indigenous marriage-enrichment programs for middle-aged individuals.
JOURNAL OF WOMEN & AGING
(2023)
Article
Psychiatry
Razieh Bandari, Majideh Heravi-Karimooi, Shaahin Khosravi, Peghahsadat Yosefi, Mehri Omidian, Ali Montazeri
Summary: This study reports on the psychometric properties of the Persian version of the COVID-19 Phobia Scale (C19P-S) in Iran, showing that it has good psychometric properties and is suitable for assessing panic disorder in therapeutic settings.
Article
Health Policy & Services
Zeinab Haghparast, Hedyeh Riazi, Jamal Shams, Ali Montazeri
Summary: This study aimed to assess and compare couple burnout in women with and without substance-dependent partners, and the findings showed that women with substance-dependent partners experience higher couple burnout.
HEALTH SERVICES RESEARCH AND MANAGERIAL EPIDEMIOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Cardiac & Cardiovascular Systems
Abdoljavad Khajavi, Mahdi Moshki, Shima Minaee, Farveh Vakilian, Ali Montazeri, Haydeh Hashemizadeh
Summary: This study aimed to develop a new tool for assessing the quality of life in patients with chronic heart failure and evaluate its psychometric properties. Construct validity was assessed through content validity, exploratory and confirmatory factor analysis, concurrent validity, convergent validity, and known-groups comparison. Internal consistency and stability were also evaluated. The results confirmed that the CHFQOLQ-20 is a valid and reliable instrument for assessing the quality of life in patients with chronic heart failure.
BMC CARDIOVASCULAR DISORDERS
(2023)
Article
Medicine, General & Internal
Sepehr Nayebirad, Alireza Emamzade, Mojtaba Sedaghat, Ali Montazeri, Farhad Gharibdoost, Mehdi Yaseri, Zahra Tamartash, Samira Salehi, Toktam Kiani, Samaneh Soltani, Amirmohammad Mohammadzadegan, Amirhosseyn Eshaghi, Mohammad Reza Madanipour, Reza Atef Yekta, Hoda Kavosi
Summary: This study translated and validated the Scleroderma Health Assessment Questionnaire (SHAQ) into Persian (SHAQ-P) using a cross-sectional study. The SHAQ-P demonstrated good face and content validity, as well as satisfactory psychometric properties. It was found to be a valid and reliable questionnaire for evaluating the quality of life in scleroderma patients.
INTERNAL AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
(2023)
Article
Psychiatry
Samaneh Imanpour Barough, Hedyeh Riazi, Zohreh Keshavarz, Maliheh Nasiri, Ali Montazeri
Summary: This study aimed to assess the relationship between sexual satisfaction, sexual intimacy, and coping strategies in women with multiple sclerosis. The findings showed that women who used problem-focused coping strategies had higher sexual satisfaction, while those who used emotion-focused coping strategies had a significant negative relationship with sexual intimacy.
ANNALS OF GENERAL PSYCHIATRY
(2023)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Masomeh Khalili, Shahideh Jahanian Sadatmahalleh, Malihe Nasiri, Ali Montazeri
Summary: This study aimed to compare the quality of life and marital satisfaction in women of reproductive age in Iran and Afghanistan before and after the COVID-19 pandemic. The results showed that the quality of life of Iranian and Afghan women of reproductive age was almost the same before and after the pandemic. However, Iranians scored lower on the mental component summary and Afghans reported lower scores on the physical component summary. Marital satisfaction of Afghan women was much lower than that of Iranian women.
Review
Medicine, General & Internal
Bahar Morshed-Behbahani, Leila Doryanizadeh, Shadab Shahali, Saeed Shahabi, Ali Montazeri
Summary: This study aims to explore the effect of vitamin D on the outcomes of infertility treatments in infertile couples undergoing assisted reproduction technology. The research will involve a comprehensive search of databases and analysis of systematic reviews and meta-analyses. The significance of this study lies in evaluating the impact of vitamin D on infertility treatments and potentially providing guidance for related interventions.
Review
Oncology
Zohreh Heidary, Marjan Ghaemi, Batool Hossein Rashidi, Omid Kohandel Gargari, Ali Montazeri
Summary: The objective of this study is to explore the quality of life (QoL) in breast cancer patients through qualitative research. By reviewing and analyzing qualitative studies, nine major themes of QoL were identified in breast cancer patients. Physical, spiritual, and psychological aspects were common concerns for cancer-free women, while perception of cancer, social life, overall survival, future planning, and children's life were important topics for patients with metastatic cancer. Women with metastatic disease showed more vulnerability in coping compared to cancer-free women.
Article
Urology & Nephrology
Mahnaz Asadi, Hedyeh Riazi, Mohammad Abbasinazari, Hamid Alavi Majd, Ali Montazeri
Summary: A study involving 100 postmenopausal women found that folic acid may improve sexual function in this population, particularly in terms of desire, orgasm, satisfaction, arousal, pain, and total sexual function score. However, there was no significant difference in lubrication. This finding has important clinical implications for the sexual lives of postmenopausal women.
JOURNAL OF SEXUAL MEDICINE
(2023)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Ali Montazeri, Samira Mohammadi, Parisa M. Hesari, Hossein Yarmohammadi, Mehdi Rafiei Bahabadi, Fatemeh Naghizadeh Moghari, Farzaneh Maftoon, Mahmoud Tavousi, Hedyeh Riazi
Summary: This study investigated the association between exposure to COVID-19 news on social media and anxiety, fear, and behavioral changes among Iranians. The findings suggest that while exposure to COVID-19 news on social media is associated with excessive anxiety and fear, it also positively influences people's health behaviors towards preventive measures.
SCIENTIFIC REPORTS
(2023)
Article
Geriatrics & Gerontology
Amirreza Zobdeh, Razieh Bandari, Majideh Heravi-Karimooi, Maryam Mashayekh, Maryam Hazrati, Ali Montazeri
Summary: The present study aimed to design and determine the psychometric properties of a short-form questionnaire to investigate domestic elder abuse. Through a modified Delphi approach and item analysis, a 27-item short form questionnaire was developed. The results showed that the short form questionnaire had high internal consistency and significant correlation with the comprehensive domestic elder abuse questionnaire.
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Seyed Jalal Hashemi, Mehrnoosh Jasemzadeh, Nader Saki, Bahman Cheraghian, Sara Sarvandian, Ali Montazeri, Maedeh Raeisizadeh, Marzieh Araban
Summary: This study aimed to investigate the relationship between social factors and diabetes in the population covered by the Hoveyzeh Cohort Study in Iran. The findings showed significant associations between age, physical activity, body mass index, and diabetes status. People residing in affluent areas were more likely to develop diabetes compared to those in deprived areas.
ASIAN JOURNAL OF SOCIAL HEALTH AND BEHAVIOR
(2023)
Review
Medicine, General & Internal
Maryam Mashhadi, Atefeh Saeidi, Mojgan Tansaz, Soodabeh Bioos, Malihe Tabarrai, Zahra Darvish-Mofrad- Kashani, Ali Montazeri, Mohsen Saberi, Morteza Mojahedi, Roshanak Mokaberinejad
Summary: According to Persian medicine, the uterus is responsible for purifying the blood and nourishing the fetus. Many gynecological disorders are considered to be associated with uterine dystemperaments. This study aimed to collect and categorize symptoms associated with uterine dystemperaments from Persian medicine texts and other relevant articles.
CRESCENT JOURNAL OF MEDICAL AND BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES
(2023)