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Clinical Neurology
Alvaro Garcia-Tornel, Monica Millan, Marta Rubiera, Alejandro Bustamante, Manuel Requena, Laura Dorado, Marta Olive-Gadea, Xavier Jimenez, Angels Soto, Marisol Querol, Maria Hernandez-Perez, Meritxell Gomis, Pere Cardona, Xabier Urra, Francesc Purroy, Yolanda Silva, Xavier Ustrell, Patricia Esteve, Merce Salvat-Plana, Miquel Gallofre, Carlos Molina, Antoni Davalos, Tudor Jovin, Sonia Abilleira, Marc Ribo, Natalia Perez de la Ossa
Summary: This study compared the outcomes of acute stroke patients from urban and nonurban areas. The results showed that patients in nonurban areas, where thrombectomy is not available, had worse neurological outcomes, highlighting the importance of improving organizational practices and developing thrombectomy capabilities in remote areas.
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Social Issues
Hyeyoung K. Park, Joohyun Chung, Jiyeon Ha
Summary: Despite the convenience and efficiency of new forms of information and communication technology (ICT), many older adults struggle to accept it. To bridge the digital divide and help older adults cope with social changes, it is necessary to understand the reasons for their low use of ICT, even among those with positive attitudes. This study examined technology acceptance among older Korean adults in rural areas and proposed a new conceptual framework based on the findings.
TECHNOLOGY IN SOCIETY
(2023)
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Social Issues
Rebecca Jablonsky
Summary: This article explores how meditation apps are intertwined with discussions about technology addiction, framing attention as a solution to this issue. Despite the promise of enhanced attention, users often find themselves unable to fully achieve the desired level of focus, leading to a cycle of unfulfilled promises.
SCIENCE TECHNOLOGY & HUMAN VALUES
(2022)
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Psychiatry
Jen Unwin, Christine Delon, Heidi Giaever, Clarissa Kennedy, Molly Painschab, Frida Sandin, Charlotte Schon Poulsen, David A. Wiss
Summary: Food addiction, especially ultra-processed food addiction, is a widely discussed issue without a recognized clinical diagnosis. A clinical team offered an online program focusing on a whole food low-carbohydrate approach, educational materials, and psychosocial support for food addiction recovery. The preliminary data showed significant reductions in addiction symptoms and improvements in mental wellbeing.
FRONTIERS IN PSYCHIATRY
(2022)
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Environmental Sciences
Siyuan Feng, Xin Liu, Wenwu Zhao, Ying Yao, Ao Zhou, Xiaoxing Liu, Paulo Pereira
Summary: Inner Mongolia is located in China's arid regions, facing the risk of desertification and requiring ecological restoration. By studying ecosystem services and vulnerability, it was found that soil conservation services have degraded in the northeast, and areas with higher ecosystem vulnerability are concentrated in that region.
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Geriatrics & Gerontology
Joyce Siette, Mikaela L. Jorgensen, Andrew Georgiou, Laura Dodds, Tom McClean, Johanna I. Westbrook
Summary: This study aimed to identify predictors of Quality of Life (QoL) among older adults receiving community-based aged care services and examined variations across different service outlets. Results showed that factors such as older age, lower care needs, meeting needs for daily living activities assistance, and higher social participation were associated with higher QoL. Using QoL as an indicator to compare care quality may be feasible and beneficial for providers in monitoring performance and identifying clients in need of extra support.
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Information Science & Library Science
Magdalena Wojcik
Summary: This article aims to provide an overview of the use of robots in libraries and discuss their future prospects in various areas of library activities. While there is a lack of discussion on robotics in Library and Information Science literature, there are interesting examples of robots being used in libraries, particularly in educational and promotional activities.
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Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Yi Sun, Wenzhong Lou, Hengzhen Feng, Wenting Su, Sining Lv
Summary: This study reports the development and application of microsystems based on microshockwave delivery of drugs. By spraying drugs onto mucous membranes in curved or zigzag areas, endoluminal diseases can be effectively treated while minimizing side effects.
MICROSYSTEMS & NANOENGINEERING
(2022)
Article
Substance Abuse
Patrick A. C. Haylock, Adrian Carter, Michael Savic, Dan Lubman
Summary: This study explored the experiences of regional and rural clients using an Australian national online substance use counseling service. The results showed that these clients commonly faced difficulties accessing local services and encountered rural social challenges. Counselling Online provided support, education, and helped clients address their substance use. However, some counselors were unaware of the unique issues affecting regional and rural clients.
ADDICTION RESEARCH & THEORY
(2022)
Article
Substance Abuse
Sun Tun, B. Vicknasingam, Darshan Singh
Summary: This study in Myanmar revealed that participants in MMT program faced challenges in various aspects of social functioning, such as employment, alcohol and drug use, legal issues, and family relationships. Factors such as age, marital status, frequency of heroin injection, quality of life, and social interactions were significantly associated with social functioning.
HARM REDUCTION JOURNAL
(2021)
Article
Oncology
Sarah D. Hohl, Richard S. Matulewicz, Ramzi G. Salloum, Jamie S. Ostroff, Timothy B. Baker, Robert Schnoll, Graham Warren, Steven L. Bernstein, Mara Minion, Katie Lenhoff, Neely Dahl, Hee Soon Juon, Ursula Tsosie, Linda Fleisher, Heather D'Angelo, Alex T. Ramsey, Kimlin T. Ashing, Betsy Rolland, Margaret B. Nolan, Jennifer E. Bird, Claire V. T. Nguyen, Danielle Pauk, Robert T. Adsit, Hilary A. Tindle, Kimberly Shoenbill, Sophia Yeung, Cary A. Presant, Kara P. Wiseman, Kuang-Yi Wen, Lou-Anne Chichester, Li-Shiun Chen
Summary: The C3I program found that implementing comprehensive tobacco treatment programs and improving the staff-to-patient ratio can increase the reach of cessation treatment. Strengthening the tobacco treatment team and providing more resources can improve the effectiveness of smoking cessation.
JOURNAL OF CLINICAL ONCOLOGY
(2023)
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Environmental Sciences
Xuesong Yi, Dexin Lin, Jiahui Li, Jie Zeng, Dexin Wang, Fei Yang
Summary: This paper summarizes the ecological treatment technologies for agricultural non-point source pollution, introduces its practical applications in sewage engineering purification, and summarizes the removal mechanism of pollutants in ecological treatment technology.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH
(2021)
Article
Substance Abuse
Hugh Piercy, Joshua B. B. Garfield, Dan Lubman, Tina Lam, Victoria Manning
Summary: The study found that successfully quitting smoking during alcohol and other drug treatment significantly increases the likelihood of treatment success and reduces dependence on the primary drug of concern. Despite low overall quit rates, there is a need to enhance the provision of comprehensive smoking cessation care to assist those who successfully quit smoking.
DRUG AND ALCOHOL REVIEW
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Woorim Kim, Kyu-Tae Han, Seungju Kim
Summary: This study found that cancer patients residing in provincial areas were more likely to seek treatment at institutions located outside their residing region, leading to higher healthcare costs.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND PUBLIC HEALTH
(2021)
Article
Substance Abuse
Joshua Trigg, Jane Rich, Edwina Williams, Coral E. Gartner, Ashleigh Guillaumier, Billie Bonevski
Summary: This study aimed to explore the acceptability of strategies such as reducing tobacco retailers, lowering nicotine content in tobacco products, and subsidizing nicotine vaping among individuals receiving alcohol and other drug (AOD) services. While there were mixed opinions on reducing tobacco retailers and lowering nicotine content, subsidizing nicotine vaping was highly accepted by AOD service clients.
Article
Psychology, Clinical
Erin L. Winstanley, Amanda N. Stover, Judith Feinberg
ADDICTIVE BEHAVIORS
(2020)
Review
Clinical Neurology
Laura R. Lander, Wanhong Zheng, Jeremy D. Hustead, James J. Mahoney, James H. Berry, Patrick Marshalek, Erin L. Winstanley
JOURNAL OF THE NEUROLOGICAL SCIENCES
(2020)
Book Review
Substance Abuse
Erin L. Winstanley
Letter
Substance Abuse
Erin L. Winstanley, Laura R. Lander, Wanhong Zheng, Kari-Beth Law, Ashley Six-Workman, James H. Berry
JOURNAL OF ADDICTION MEDICINE
(2021)
Article
Pharmacology & Pharmacy
Kelsi L. Hines, Gretchen K. Garofoli, Mark P. Garofoli, Betsy M. Elswick, Erin L. Winstanley
JOURNAL OF THE AMERICAN PHARMACISTS ASSOCIATION
(2020)
Article
Medicine, Research & Experimental
Carmen Rosa, Lisa A. Marsch, Erin L. Winstanley, Meg Brunner, Aimee N. C. Campbell
Summary: The use of digital technologies in clinical trials has increased significantly over the past five years, with advancements in smartphones and digital health technologies. Digital approaches have shown promise in improving the design and implementation of clinical trials, such as by incorporating artificial intelligence in diagnostic devices. While challenges remain, progress made in the last five years is encouraging.
CONTEMPORARY CLINICAL TRIALS
(2021)
Article
Psychology, Clinical
James J. Mahoney, Erin L. Winstanley, Laura R. Lander, James H. Berry, Patrick J. Marshalek, Marc W. Haut, Jennifer L. Marton, Wesley D. Kimble, Matthew Armistead, Sijin Wen, Yilin Cai, Sally L. Hodder
Summary: This study in West Virginia found that the prevalence of co-occurring substance use among patients with opioid use disorder (OUD) is high at 72.8%, with benzodiazepines being the most common co-occurring substance. Patients who used co-occurring substances were younger and had a higher prevalence of hepatitis C virus (HCV) compared to those who used opioids alone, with minimal gender differences.
ADDICTIVE BEHAVIORS
(2021)
Article
Substance Abuse
Katherine Wagner, Yuna Zhong, Eyasu Teshale, Kirsten White, Erin L. Winstanley, Jennifer Hettema, Karla Thornton, Birgitta Bisztray, Philip Fiuty, Kimberly Page
Summary: HCV infection is highly prevalent among young adult people who inject drugs in rural New Mexico, with polysubstance injecting, years of injecting, history of non-fatal opioid-involved overdose, and stable housing being independently associated with HCV infection. Intervention strategies should take into consideration the high prevalence of polysubstance injecting and its impact on HCV infection.
DRUG AND ALCOHOL DEPENDENCE
(2021)
Article
Substance Abuse
Yifan Zhang, Alexandria R. Castracane, Erin L. Winstanley
Summary: The study analyzed data from Ohio's Prescription Drug Monitoring Program and found that over one million gabapentin prescriptions were dispensed in a 4-month period, with most cases of supratherapeutic dosing observed in individuals co-dispensed opioids. The Lorenz-1 value for gabapentin did not exceed the threshold for potential misuse, suggesting that there was no evidence of abuse based on PDMP data. New strategies may be needed to identify non-medical use of gabapentin.
Review
Substance Abuse
Erin L. Winstanley, James J. Mahoney, Felipe Castillo, Sandra D. Comer
Summary: This review analyzed 70 studies on neurocognitive impairments and brain abnormalities associated with opioid-related overdoses, finding methodological limitations in existing research, but overall supporting the link between opioid overdoses and brain injuries and cognitive impairments.
DRUG AND ALCOHOL DEPENDENCE
(2021)
Article
Substance Abuse
Erin L. Winstanley
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF DRUG POLICY
(2020)
Article
Psychology, Clinical
Amanda N. Stover, Ian R. H. Rockett, Gordon S. Smith, Traci LeMasters, Virginia G. Scott, Kimberly M. Kelly, Erin L. Winstanley
JOURNAL OF SUBSTANCE ABUSE TREATMENT
(2020)
Article
Psychology, Clinical
Erin L. Winstanley, James J. Mahoney, Laura R. Lander, James H. Berry, Patrick Marshalek, Wanhong Zheng, Marc W. Haut
JOURNAL OF SUBSTANCE ABUSE TREATMENT
(2020)
Article
Psychology, Clinical
Erin L. Winstanley, Laura R. Lander, James H. Berry, James J. Mahoney, Wanhong Zheng, Jeremy Herschler, Patrick Marshalek, Sheena Sayres, Jay Mason, Marc W. Haut
JOURNAL OF SUBSTANCE ABUSE TREATMENT
(2020)
Article
Social Work
Amanda N. Stover, Erin L. Winstanley, Yifan Zhang, Judith Feinberg
JOURNAL OF HUMAN BEHAVIOR IN THE SOCIAL ENVIRONMENT
(2019)
