Article
Medicine, General & Internal
Marie T. Williams, Hayley Lewthwaite, Catherine Paquet, Paul Cafarella, Peter Frith
Summary: This study investigated whether cognitive behavior therapy for people with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) significantly improved health outcomes. The results showed that combining cognitive behavior therapy with a comprehensive pulmonary rehabilitation program did not provide additional health benefits beyond the standard program.
JOURNAL OF CLINICAL MEDICINE
(2023)
Article
Clinical Neurology
Jung-Won Shin, Seonyeop Kim, Yoon Jung Shin, Bomi Park, Sunyoung Park
Summary: This study aimed to compare the efficacy of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Cognitive Behavior Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I) in the treatment of primary insomnia. The results showed that ACT had a significant effect on improving sleep quality, insomnia severity, depression, and anxiety, especially anxiety related to insomnia.
NATURE AND SCIENCE OF SLEEP
(2023)
Article
Computer Science, Interdisciplinary Applications
Alex O. Rothbaum, Libby R. Tannenbaum, Elana Zimand, Barbara Olasov Rothbaum
Summary: Chronic lower back pain (CLBP) is a common health issue, and traditional treatments have limitations. Progressive muscle relaxation (PMR) is a validated technique without impairing side effects. This study investigates the usability and efficacy of a VR-based PMR program for CLBP management.
Article
Psychology, Clinical
Berkeh Nasri, Maria Cassel, Josefine Enharje, Maria Larsson, Tatja Hirvikoski, Ylva Ginsberg, Nils Lindefors, Viktor Kaldo
Summary: Evidence-based psychological interventions for adults with ADHD are rarely available in clinical settings. Medication as the sole treatment often has non-optimal effects. However, internet-based cognitive behavioral therapy (iCBT) and internet-based applied relaxation training (iART) can both significantly improve symptoms and serve as promising add-ons to medication, with sustained symptom reductions after one year.
INTERNET INTERVENTIONS-THE APPLICATION OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY IN MENTAL AND BEHAVIOURAL HEALTH
(2023)
Article
Clinical Neurology
Jennifer N. Felder, Elissa S. Epel, John Neuhaus, Andrew D. Krystal, Aric A. Prather
Summary: The study examines the effects of digital cognitive behavior therapy for insomnia (dCBT-I) during pregnancy on subjective sleep outcomes, depressive symptoms, and anxiety symptoms. The findings suggest that dCBT-I can improve postpartum insomnia remission rates and reduce the incidence of insomnia. Additionally, dCBT-I shows significant improvements in depressive and anxiety symptom severity, particularly among patients with minimal depressive symptoms at baseline.
Article
Biology
Andoni Carrasco-Uribarren, Pilar Pardos-Aguilel, Silvia Perez-Guillen, Carlos Lopez-de-Celis, Jacobo Rodriguez-Sanz, Sara Cabanillas-Barea
Summary: This study analyzed the short-term effects of a combination of two manipulation techniques on patients with cervicogenic dizziness, showing that the experimental group had significant improvements in dizziness intensity, cervical disability, upper cervical spine mobility, and mechanosensitivity of cervical tissue compared to the control group.
Article
Behavioral Sciences
Nils Gasslander, Gerhard Andersson, Frida Bostrom, Lisa Brandelius, Lotta Pelling, Lovisa Hamrin, Torsten Gordh, Monica Buhrman
Summary: This study investigates the effectiveness of a guided, individually tailored, and internet-delivered cognitive behavioral therapy (ICBT) for improving mood and reducing disability in individuals suffering from chronic pain and comorbid psychological distress. The results show that the ICBT group had significantly larger improvements in depression, disability, pain acceptance, catastrophizing, and quality of life compared to the control group. These improvements were stable at the 12-month follow-up.
COGNITIVE BEHAVIOUR THERAPY
(2022)
Article
Psychology, Multidisciplinary
Victoria Aminoff, Malin Sellen, Elise Sorliden, Mikael Ludvigsson, Matilda Berg, Gerhard Andersson
Summary: During the COVID-19 pandemic, individually tailored Internet-delivered cognitive behavior therapy (ICBT) showed initial promise in alleviating symptoms of depression, anxiety, and stress.
FRONTIERS IN PSYCHOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Health Care Sciences & Services
Kayoko Taguchi, Noriko Numata, Rieko Takanashi, Ryo Takemura, Tokiko Yoshida, Kana Kutsuzawa, Kensuke Yoshimura, Natsuko Nozaki-Taguchi, Seiji Ohtori, Eiji Shimizu
Summary: This study aimed to examine the effectiveness of an integrated cognitive behavioral therapy program with new components delivered via videoconferencing. The results showed that while it did not reduce pain intensity, it did decrease pain interference and was cost-effective.
JOURNAL OF MEDICAL INTERNET RESEARCH
(2021)
Article
Health Care Sciences & Services
Katrine Bostrom, Elin Borosund, Hilde Eide, Cecilie Varsi, oloef Birna Kristjansdottir, Karlein M. G. Schreurs, Lori B. Waxenberg, Karen E. Weiss, Eleshia J. Morrison, Hanne Stavenes Stole, Milada Cvancarova Smastuen, Audun Stubhaug, Lise Solberg Nes
Summary: This study evaluated the efficacy of a digital self-management intervention called EPIO for people living with chronic pain. The results showed significant reductions in symptoms of depression and self-regulatory fatigue, but no significant improvement in pain interference. Participants found EPIO to be useful, easy to use, and containing easily understandable exercises.
JOURNAL OF MEDICAL INTERNET RESEARCH
(2023)
Review
Psychiatry
Wenle Zhang, Yun Du, Xiangyun Yang, Encong Wang, Jiexin Fang, Ziqi Liu, Shanqian Wu, Qinqin Liu, Yongdong Hu
Summary: This study compared the efficacy of face-to-face cognitive behavior therapy (CBT) and internet-based cognitive behavior therapy (ICBT) in treating patients with generalized anxiety disorder (GAD). The results showed that ICBT can achieve similar therapeutic effects as CBT. Therefore, ICBT can be considered as a substitute for CBT, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic.
FRONTIERS IN PSYCHIATRY
(2022)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Yiqi Pan, Miriam L. Frank, Ted J. Kaptchuk, Yvonne Nestoriuc
Summary: This study found that menopausal women who underwent open-label placebo treatment had low expectations but endorsed hope and openness. Monitoring symptoms closely and addressing them actively were key components of a positive open-label placebo experience, which empowered women and enhanced their sense of control.
Article
Psychology, Multidisciplinary
Teppei Kosugi, Akira Ninomiya, Maki Nagaoka, Zenta Hashimoto, Kyosuke Sawada, Sunre Park, Daisuke Fujisawa, Masaru Mimura, Mitsuhiro Sado
Summary: The study found that 8 weeks of mindfulness-based cognitive therapy significantly improved the cognitive aspect of subjective well-being and mindfulness skills in healthy individuals. This improvement was further enhanced at the end of the follow-up period, with positive affective aspect of subjective and eudaimonic well-being significantly improved at 16 weeks.
FRONTIERS IN PSYCHOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Psychology, Clinical
Mayte Serrat, Jaime Navarrete, Sonia Ferres, William Auer, Ramon Sanmartin-Sentanes, Ruben Nieto, Randy Neblett, Xavier Borras, Juan V. Luciano, Albert Feliu-Soler
Summary: This study evaluated the effectiveness of an online multicomponent intervention called FATIGUEWALK (FaW) in patients with Chronic Fatigue Syndrome/Myalgic Encephalomyelitis (CFS/ME). The results showed that FaW significantly improved fatigue and various secondary outcomes, such as pain, anxiety, depression, and physical function, compared to treatment as usual.
Article
Chemistry, Medicinal
Chan-young Kim, Hyeong-Geug Kim, Hye Won Lee, In-Chan Seol, Yoon-Sik Kim, Hyung Il Choi, Miso S. Park, Ho-Ryong Yoo
Summary: This study evaluated the pharmacological properties of Jaeumgeonbi-Tang (JGT) in chronic subjective dizziness (CSD) patients. The results showed that JGT can improve redox status and balance psycho-emotional stress hormones, which is beneficial for CSD patients.
Article
Psychiatry
John Luu, Michael Millard, Jill Newby, Hila Haskelberg, Megan J. Hobbs, Alison Ej Mahoney
JOURNAL OF OBSESSIVE-COMPULSIVE AND RELATED DISORDERS
(2020)
Article
Rehabilitation
Christine T. Shiner, Angela Vratsistas-Curto, Valerie Bramah, Karon McDonell, Alison E. J. Mahoney, Sarah Sweeney, Steven G. Faux
Summary: Persistent activity limitations are common among road trauma survivors, with a high proportion reporting unmet rehabilitation needs following hospital discharge. Telehealth services appear to be a feasible, convenient, and acceptable mode of assessing and addressing these needs.
DISABILITY AND REHABILITATION
(2022)
Article
Psychology, Clinical
Jill Newby, Elizabeth Mason, Natalie Kladnistki, Michael Murphy, Michael Millard, Hila Haskelberg, Adrian Allen, Alison Mahoney
Summary: This paper provides clinical insights and practical guidelines on how to integrate iCBT into routine psychological therapy practice, addressing common barriers and offering practical solutions. Flexible and judicious use of iCBT has been shown to reduce treatment waitlists and allow clinicians more time for sophisticated therapeutic interventions and supporting clients.
CLINICAL PSYCHOLOGIST
(2021)
Article
Psychology, Clinical
Ian Li, Michael Millard, Hila Haskelberg, Megan Hobbs, John Luu, Alison Mahoney
Summary: This study investigated the uptake and effectiveness of iCBT for OCD during the COVID-19 pandemic in Australia. Results showed a significant increase in course registrations during COVID-19, with participants experiencing medium to large reductions in symptom severity, psychological distress, and disability. The study highlights the scalability and effectiveness of digital mental health services for OCD during the pandemic.
BEHAVIOURAL AND COGNITIVE PSYCHOTHERAPY
(2022)
Article
Psychology, Multidisciplinary
Alison Mahoney, Ian Li, Ashlee Grierson, Michael Millard, Hila Haskelberg, Elizabeth Mason
Summary: During the COVID-19 pandemic, there was a significant increase in the uptake of iCBT-I, with treatment outcomes similar to those before the pandemic. Insomnia symptom severity was slightly lower during the COVID-19 period, while levels of psychological distress remained similar. iCBT-I was associated with large reductions in insomnia symptom severity and small improvements in psychological distress and wellbeing, demonstrating its scalability and potential effectiveness.
AUSTRALIAN PSYCHOLOGIST
(2022)
Article
Anesthesiology
Christine T. Shiner, Tania Gardner, Hila Haskelberg, Ian Li, Steven G. Faux, Michael Millard, Alison E. J. Mahoney
Summary: The uptake of an online chronic pain management program significantly increased during the COVID-19 pandemic, with similar program adherence and effectiveness before and during COVID. These findings support the effectiveness and scalability of online chronic pain management programs to meet increasing demand.
Article
Psychology, Clinical
Ian Li, Aileen Z. Chen, Jill M. Newby, Natalie Kladnitski, Hila Haskelberg, Michael Millard, Alison Mahoney
Summary: This study examined the outcomes of an online mindfulness course during the early months of the COVID-19 pandemic in Australia. The results showed that participants in the during-COVID-pandemic group reported slightly lower levels of psychological distress and higher levels of wellbeing compared to the pre-COVID group. The mindfulness course was associated with medium effect size reductions in psychological distress and small effect size improvements in wellbeing in both groups.
CLINICAL PSYCHOLOGIST
(2022)
Article
Psychology, Clinical
Adrian R. Allen, Jessica Smith, Megan J. Hobbs, Siobhan A. Loughnan, Maria Sharrock, Jill M. Newby, Gavin Andrews, Alison E. J. Mahoney
Summary: This study aimed to evaluate the outcomes of internet-based cognitive behaviour therapy (iCBT) with minimal clinician guidance for post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). The results showed significant reductions in PTSD symptom severity among iCBT participants, with maintenance of gains at the 3-month follow-up. However, the study sample size was small and the difference between the iCBT group and the control group did not reach statistical significance.
BEHAVIOURAL AND COGNITIVE PSYCHOTHERAPY
(2022)
Article
Psychology, Clinical
Amy E. Joubert, Ashlee B. Grierson, Ian Li, Maria J. Sharrock, Michelle L. Moulds, Aliza Werner-Seidler, Eileen P. Stech, Alison E. J. Mahoney, Jill M. Newby
Summary: This study evaluated the effectiveness of an internet intervention targeting rumination and worry. The results showed that both clinician-guided and self-help formats were effective in reducing negative thinking, anxiety, depression, and distress. The intervention was most effective when delivered with clinician guidance.
BEHAVIOUR RESEARCH AND THERAPY
(2023)
Article
Health Care Sciences & Services
Katrina Prior, Elske Salemink, Monique Piggott, Victoria Manning, Reinout W. Wiers, Bethany A. Teachman, Maree Teesson, Andrew J. Baillie, Alison Mahoney, Lauren Mclellan, Nicola C. Newton, Lexine A. Stapinski
Summary: This study examines the feasibility and efficacy of a web-based IBM+ApBM program (Re-Train Your Brain) in conjunction with treatment as usual for young adults with social anxiety and hazardous alcohol use. The results show that both integrated and alternating programs, when combined with TAU, resulted in greater improvements in interpretation biases and comorbid biases compared to TAU only. Additionally, the alternating program showed better outcomes in generalized social anxiety symptoms and alcohol cravings.
JMIR FORMATIVE RESEARCH
(2023)
Article
Health Care Sciences & Services
Ratih Arruum Listiyandini, Annisa Andriani, Chandradewi Kusristanti, Michelle Moulds, Alison Mahoney, Jill M. Newby
Summary: This paper describes the process of culturally adapting an Australian internet-delivered mindfulness program to be relevant and appropriate for treating Indonesian university students' psychological distress. The study highlights the importance of cultural adaptation and demonstrates how it can be achieved for internet-delivered psychotherapy programs.
JMIR FORMATIVE RESEARCH
(2023)
Article
Psychology, Multidisciplinary
Francis Merson, Jill Newby, Alice Shires, Michael Millard, Alison Mahoney
Summary: This study aimed to validate the temporal stability of the K10 over various time periods, and found that it demonstrated sound test-retest reliability in both treatment-seeking and non-treatment-seeking samples. The results support the continued implementation of the K10 as an outcome measure in mental health research and treatment.
AUSTRALIAN PSYCHOLOGIST
(2021)
Article
Psychiatry
Alison E. J. Mahoney, Hila Haskelberg, Elizabeth Mason, Michael Millard, Jill Newby
Summary: This study examines the prevalence and impact of comorbid personality disorders in adults receiving online cognitive behavior therapy for anxiety and depression. Despite a high percentage of patients (62.6%) reporting comorbid personality difficulties, these did not seem to affect treatment adherence or post-treatment outcomes. The findings support an inclusive approach to providing iCBT where comorbid personality difficulties do not hinder treatment effectiveness.
PERSONALITY AND MENTAL HEALTH
(2021)
Article
Psychology, Clinical
Alison E. J. Mahoney, Megan J. Hobbs, Alishia D. Williams, Gavin Andrews, Jill M. Newby
Article
Psychology, Clinical
Michel A. Thibodeau, R. Nicholas Carleton, Peter M. McEvoy, Michael J. Zvolensky, Charles P. Brandt, Paul A. Boelen, Alison E. J. Mahoney, Brett J. Deacon, Gordon J. G. Asmundson
JOURNAL OF ANXIETY DISORDERS
(2015)
Article
Otorhinolaryngology
Jason Lee, Alia Tayara, James D. Warren, Boris Kuyeb, Elizabeth McKee, Alexander Velazquez, Oishika Paul, Andrea F. Lewis
Summary: The purpose of the study was to understand the impact of COVID-19 on facial trauma incidence and etiology in Mississippi. The research found a significant increase in facial trauma caused by family members during the pandemic, which may be related to the reported increase in domestic violence. Additionally, there were notable changes in the etiology and insurance payor of facial trauma cases during the COVID-19 pandemic.
AMERICAN JOURNAL OF OTOLARYNGOLOGY
(2024)
Article
Otorhinolaryngology
Sheila Moran, Cassidy Anderson, Risha Sheni, Monica Azmy, Daniel T. Li, Anthony M. Loizides, Christina J. Yang
Summary: This retrospective study found that a family history of eczema and a dairy-free diet may be associated with an increased risk of future diagnosis of EoE in children with aerodigestive dysfunction.
AMERICAN JOURNAL OF OTOLARYNGOLOGY
(2024)
Article
Otorhinolaryngology
Robert Brinton Fujiki, Amanda Edith Fujiki, Susan L. Thibeault
Summary: This study examined the number of therapy sessions required for patients with EILO/ILO to sufficiently improve their symptoms. The results showed that patients with comorbid behavioral health diagnosis, higher vocal handicap index score, and reduced physical activity due to EILO/ILO symptoms required more therapy sessions. Patients with secondary environmental triggers also required more sessions. Only a small percentage of patients returned for additional therapy sessions after discharge, and they were mostly from affluent neighborhoods.
AMERICAN JOURNAL OF OTOLARYNGOLOGY
(2024)
Article
Otorhinolaryngology
Brian W. Herrmann, Salina H. Goff, Juri Boguniewicz, Sarah A. Gitomer
Summary: This retrospective case series analyzed nHiB H. influenzae meningitis cases diagnosed at Children's Hospital Colorado from 2000 to 2020. The results showed that nHiB H. influenzae can cause both transient and permanent postmeningitic hearing loss. The use of steroids may offer otoprotection in nHiB H. influenzae meningitis. Further research is needed to better understand hearing outcomes after nHiB H. influenzae meningitis.
AMERICAN JOURNAL OF OTOLARYNGOLOGY
(2024)
Article
Otorhinolaryngology
M. Kovacs, J. Uzsaly, G. Bodzai, I. Pap, B. Lippai, T. Dergez, A. Nemeth, I. Gerlinger, I. Szanyi, P. Bako
Summary: The pathophysiology and treatment of idiopathic sudden sensorineural hearing loss (ISSNHL) are still debated. A randomized controlled trial showed no significant differences in hearing improvement between different treatments, but identified clinical factors such as vertigo, cardiovascular comorbidity, and initial hearing loss severity as significant predictors of hearing outcomes.
AMERICAN JOURNAL OF OTOLARYNGOLOGY
(2024)
Article
Otorhinolaryngology
Roee Noy, Yotam Shkedy, Nadeem Habashi, Salem Billan, Jacob Cohen
Summary: Salvage cordectomy offers favorable larynx preservation rates and oncological outcomes for recurrent glottic cancer amenable to conservative surgery. Smoking, advanced age, and advanced tumor stages are associated with salvage cordectomy failure.
AMERICAN JOURNAL OF OTOLARYNGOLOGY
(2024)
Article
Otorhinolaryngology
Pietro De Luca, Ignazio La Mantia, Federico Maria Gioacchini, Massimo Re, Marco Radici, Angelo Camaioni, Arianna Di Stadio
Summary: In this study, the effect of nasal packaging using Fitostimoline (R) gauze on nasal outcomes after septoplasty and FESS surgery was evaluated. The results showed that the use of Fitostimoline (R) gauze improved healing of nasal mucosa and reduced discomfort during tampon removal.
AMERICAN JOURNAL OF OTOLARYNGOLOGY
(2024)
Article
Otorhinolaryngology
Anna Frants, Antonios N. Varelas, Alexa M. Franco, W. Matthew White, Minas S. Constantinides, Philip J. Miller, Judy W. Lee
Summary: This article introduces DESS as a new educational format to increase the comfort of residents with the surgical evaluation and intraoperative planning of rhinoplasty. Through DESS, residents display significant improvement in their comfort with facial nasal analysis and overall surgical preparation.
AMERICAN JOURNAL OF OTOLARYNGOLOGY
(2024)
Article
Otorhinolaryngology
Zhengcai Lou, Zihan Lou, Tian Lv, Zhengnong Chen
Summary: This study compared the operation time, graft success, audiometric outcomes, and complications of the over-under technique using temporalis fascia and cartilage grafts for repairing large perforations. The results showed that both techniques had similar graft success rates and hearing outcomes, but the temporalis fascia graft technique prolonged the operation time and increased the risk of re-perforation and graft atelectasis.
AMERICAN JOURNAL OF OTOLARYNGOLOGY
(2024)
Review
Otorhinolaryngology
Ciaran Lane, Maxwell Wright, Janice Linton, Neerav Goyal
Summary: This study systematically reviewed the data on surgical closure of enlarged tracheoesophageal fistula after laryngectomy and compared different reconstruction techniques. The results showed that using vascularized tissue for reconstruction had a higher success rate compared to primary closure.
AMERICAN JOURNAL OF OTOLARYNGOLOGY
(2024)
Review
Otorhinolaryngology
John Q. Odom, Andrew R. Mangan, Anna Celeste Gibson, Michael Larson, John L. Dornhoffer, Robert A. Saadi
Summary: Granulomatosis with polyangiitis is often associated with otolaryngologic complaints, and in rare cases, patients may experience facial nerve palsy. It is important for healthcare professionals to recognize facial nerve palsy as a potential presentation of granulomatosis with polyangiitis.
AMERICAN JOURNAL OF OTOLARYNGOLOGY
(2024)
Article
Otorhinolaryngology
R. Bar, A. Mattei, R. Haddad, A. Giovanni
Summary: Office-based flexible interventional laryngoscopy under local anesthesia is a safe and well-tolerated procedure, suitable for various ambulatory and office-based settings.
AMERICAN JOURNAL OF OTOLARYNGOLOGY
(2024)
Review
Otorhinolaryngology
Do Hyun Kim, Soo Whan Kim, Sung Won Kim, Gulnaz Stybayeva, Se Hwan Hwang
Summary: This systematic review and meta-analysis compared the effects of cryotherapy and radiofrequency neurolysis in treating rhinitis-related symptoms caused by ablation of the posterior nasal nerves. The results showed that both cryotherapy and radiofrequency neurolysis significantly improved rhinitis-related symptoms and quality of life. Radiofrequency neurolysis was found to be more effective than cryotherapy in reducing total nasal symptom scores.
AMERICAN JOURNAL OF OTOLARYNGOLOGY
(2024)
Article
Otorhinolaryngology
Mengdie Gao, Liyu Cheng, Qingcui Wang, Qingwen Yang, Xiaoyi Wang, Yanru Li, Rong Hu, Wen Xu
Summary: This study investigates the clinical characteristics, diagnosis, and prognosis of patients with laryngeal tuberculosis (LTB) combined with respiratory tuberculosis. The study found that LTB commonly affects middle-aged men and presents with symptoms such as hoarseness, abnormal sensation of pharyngeal, and pharyngalgia. The lesions mainly involve multiple subregions, primarily the glottis, and can also involve the pharynx. Half of the patients were complicated with pulmonary tuberculosis (PTB), and chest CT was superior to X-ray in detecting pulmonary lesions. Most patients showed significant improvement in symptoms and morphology of the pharyngeal and laryngeal mucosa after regular anti-tuberculosis treatment.
AMERICAN JOURNAL OF OTOLARYNGOLOGY
(2024)
Article
Otorhinolaryngology
Alfonso Scarpa, Emilio Avallone, Mario Carucci, Giovanni Salzano, Giuseppe Chiarella, Claudia Cassandro, Pasquale Viola, Filippo Ricciardiello, Massimo Ralli, Pietro De Luca, Francesco Antonio Salzano
Summary: This study assessed the efficacy and safety of low-dose intratympanic gentamicin for vertigo attacks in Meniere's disease. The treatment significantly reduced vertigo attacks without causing hearing deterioration. The method primarily affected vestibular function while preserving cochlear integrity. These findings suggest that a low-dose, clinical symptomatology-based gentamicin treatment regimen could be an effective and safe strategy for managing unilateral Meniere's disease.
AMERICAN JOURNAL OF OTOLARYNGOLOGY
(2024)