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Medicine, General & Internal
Jessica Tobin, Steven B. Zeliadt, Dawn M. Upchurch, Rian DeFaccio, Jamie Douglas, Hannah M. Gelman, Matt Hawrilenko, Stephen Frochen, Nathan McGinty, Adam Resnick, Nathan Tomlanovich, Joy Toyama, Alison M. Whitehead, Benjamin Kligler, Stephanie L. Taylor
Summary: White individuals are the largest group of users for complementary and integrative health therapies, but this could be due to age, health condition, and location differences. Understanding racial and ethnic differences is crucial in addressing the disparities in care.
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Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Seyed Hamdollah Mosavat, Mehdi Pasalar, Hassan Joulaei, Vira Ameli, Seyed Taghi Heydari, Ali Mirzazadeh, Mohammad Hashem Hashempur
Summary: This study examines the frequency and reasons behind the use of complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) among people living with HIV in Shiraz, Iran. The results show that the majority of participants use CAM, and there is no significant difference in quality of life between those who use CAM and those who do not.
FRONTIERS IN PUBLIC HEALTH
(2023)
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Multidisciplinary Sciences
Anja Stoecker, Anja Mehnert-Theuerkauf, Andreas Hinz, Jochen Ernst
Summary: This study aimed to determine the prevalence and methods of CAM use in breast cancer and gynecological cancer patients, compare CAM users vs. non-CAM users regarding their sociodemographic and medical characteristics, and investigate the relationship between CAM use and QoL. The results showed that 46.5% of the patients used some form of CAM, and CAM use was higher in breast cancer patients. CAM users were younger, more educated, and financially better off, but had a lower global health status/QoL.
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Medicine, General & Internal
Monira Alwhaibi, Yazed AlRuthia, Ibrahim Sales
Summary: This study examined the impact of depression and anxiety on health-related quality of life (HRQoL) in different cancer groups using nationally representative US data. The results showed that cancer patients with comorbid depression and anxiety had the lowest scores in both physical and mental components of HRQoL. Moreover, cancer patients with depression and/or anxiety were more likely to have lower mental component scores compared to those with cancer only. Routine screening for depression and anxiety should be conducted by healthcare providers, and early psychiatric interventions may positively impact patients' mental well-being and HRQoL.
JOURNAL OF CLINICAL MEDICINE
(2023)
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Integrative & Complementary Medicine
Yuezhen Lin, Ling Wu, Ruihua Zhao, Pui Wah Chung, Chi Chiu Wang
Summary: Current medical treatments for endometriosis-associated pain have limitations, and Chinese herbal medicine (CHM) shows potential as an alternative or complementary treatment. This study analyzed randomized control trials comparing CHM to other treatments for endometriosis-associated pain, and found that CHM, used alone or in combination with conventional therapies, can effectively relieve pain with fewer side effects.
AMERICAN JOURNAL OF CHINESE MEDICINE
(2023)
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Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Yaosheng Liu, Xuyong Cao, Xiongwei Zhao, Xiaolin Shi, Mingxing Lei, Haifeng Qin
Summary: This study aimed to investigate the quality of life and mental health status among advanced cancer patients with spine metastases. The results showed that these patients had poor quality of life and experienced severe anxiety and depression. Age was found to be significantly associated with quality of life, anxiety, and depression. Additionally, factors such as dietary preferences, time since cancer diagnosis, surgical treatment, hormone endocrine therapy, and economic burden due to cancer treatments were also associated with quality of life.
FRONTIERS IN PUBLIC HEALTH
(2022)
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Oncology
Mette Stie, Charlotte Delmar, Birgitte Norgaard, Lars Henrik Jensen
Summary: This study aimed to investigate the impact of open dialogue about complementary alternative medicine (CAM) on the safety, health, and quality of life (QoL) of cancer patients. The results showed that open dialogue does not compromise patient safety and may improve QoL and overall survival.
Review
Psychiatry
Jeremy Y. Ng, Archit Jain
Summary: This study evaluated the quantity and quality of CAM recommendations in clinical practice guidelines for the treatment and management of anxiety disorders. The findings suggest a need to improve the quality of CAM recommendations in anxiety CPGs.
PSYCHIATRY RESEARCH
(2022)
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Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Juntian Lei, Jianyu Yang, Lei Dong, Jilai Xu, Jing Chen, Xiao Hou, Zhenmin Bai
Summary: The study showed that an exercise prescription containing Chinese traditional mind-body exercises can effectively improve the quality of life, depression, and anxiety in patients with lung cancer. This exercise prescription is an effective supportive treatment for lung cancer patients with depression and anxiety.
FRONTIERS IN PUBLIC HEALTH
(2022)
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Psychology, Multidisciplinary
Giulia Agostinelli, Barbara Muzzatti, Samantha Serpentini, Michele Spina, Maria Antonietta Annunziata
Summary: This study examined psychological distress in lymphoma survivors and identified variables associated with it, such as gender, living situation, diagnosis type, treatment methods, sleep quality, exercise frequency, and medication use. Early identification of anxiety and depression is important to provide timely psychological support to those in need.
FRONTIERS IN PSYCHOLOGY
(2022)
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Medicine, General & Internal
Maria del Carmen Carcelen-Fraile, Ana Maria Llera-DelaTorre, Agustin Aibar-Almazan, Diego Fernando Afanador-Restrepo, Mateo Baena-Marin, Fidel Hita-Contreras, Vania Brandao-Loureiro, Patricia Alexandra Garcia-Garro, Yolanda Castellote-Caballero
Summary: This study aimed to investigate the effects of a cognitive stimulation program on cognitive performance, anxiety, depression, and quality of life in individuals with mild cognitive impairment (MCI) aged > 70. The results showed that a 12-week cognitive stimulation program improved cognitive performance, anxiety, depression, and health-related quality of life in individuals with MCI aged > 70.
JOURNAL OF CLINICAL MEDICINE
(2022)
Review
Oncology
Khanh T. Nguyen, Jinnan Xiao, Dorothy N. S. Chan, Mengyue Zhang, Carmen W. H. Chan
Summary: Background music may be a safe and effective coping strategy for psychological management, reducing anxiety and improving quality of life among cancer patients receiving chemotherapy. However, the current studies have low overall quality, and more high-quality research is needed to confirm these results.
SUPPORTIVE CARE IN CANCER
(2022)
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Clinical Neurology
Benedicte Marie Finger, Annika Triller, Ashley M. Bourke, Gert Jan Lammers, Christian Veauthier, Merve Yildizli, Ulf Kallweit
Summary: This study investigated the frequency and characteristics of complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) use in German narcolepsy patients. 15% of patients were using CAM at the time of the survey, and an additional 18% reported past use. The most commonly used CAM treatments were vitamins/trace elements, homeopathy, and meditation. CAM users were more likely to experience side effects from medication and have low adherence to pharmacological treatment.
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Integrative & Complementary Medicine
Martin R. Keene, Ian M. Heslop, Sabe S. Sabesan, Beverley D. Glass
Summary: This study explored the use of complementary and alternative medicines (CAM) by cancer patients in a regional hospital in North Queensland, Australia. The findings showed that 40.2% of respondents used some form of CAM, with cannabis, magnesium, and massage being the most commonly used therapies. The main reasons for using CAM were to treat cancer symptoms, manage treatment side-effects, or promote general well-being.
COMPLEMENTARY THERAPIES IN MEDICINE
(2022)
Review
Food Science & Technology
Mina Allameh, V. Orsat
Summary: Anxiety is a disorder that can be managed with a combination of therapies or the use of complementary and alternative medicine. Scientists are searching for natural anxiolytics and have identified several medicinal plants with active components. However, further studies are needed to minimize side effects and enhance effectiveness. The use of natural anxiolytics can be improved by managing preparation protocols.
FOOD REVIEWS INTERNATIONAL
(2023)