Article
Oncology
Aline Hajj, Roula Hachem, Rita Khoury, Souheil Hallit, Bashar ElJebbawi, Fady Nasr, Fadi El Karak, Georges Chahine, Joseph Kattan, Lydia Rabbaa Khabbaz
Summary: The study aimed to evaluate the level of anxiety and depression among breast cancer patients receiving chemotherapy, and found that cognitive impairment, sleep quality, marital status, specific gene polymorphisms, and medication intake were correlated with these psychological disorders.
Article
Oncology
Francisco Jose Sanchez-Torralvo, Victoria Contreras-Bolivar, Maria Ruiz-Vico, Jose Abuin-Fernandez, Inmaculada Gonzalez-Almendros, Manuel Barrios, Gabriel Olveira
Summary: Anxiety and depression are common issues among cancer patients, particularly those who are hospitalized. This study found that about half of hospitalized cancer patients may have symptoms of anxiety, and nearly half may have symptoms of depression. Furthermore, malnourished patients were more likely to experience anxiety and depression symptoms.
SUPPORTIVE CARE IN CANCER
(2022)
Article
Medicine, General & Internal
Siming Jia, Chengbai Li, Zhuqing Lei, Qiang Xia, Yuqing Jiang
Summary: Studies have shown that patients with pheochromocytomas are more likely to experience anxiety and depression, hence early screening for these conditions should be recommended for future treatment to improve the mental health of the patients.
Article
Psychology, Multidisciplinary
Patricia Toquero, Carmen Blanco Fernandez, Maria Pilar Lopez Marti, Berta Hernandez Marin, E. Beatriz Vera Cea, Ana Garrido Garcia, Elena Mendez Carrascosa, Dulce Banon Torres, Olga Donnay Candil, Ana Isabel Ballesteros Garcia, Jose Miguel Sanchez-Torres, Pablo Costas Rojo, Rebeca Mondejar, Ramon Colomer, Nuria Romero-Laorden
Summary: During the COVID-19 pandemic, high rates of emotional distress were detected among cancer patients in active treatment, with fear of cancer being greater than fear of COVID-19. Factors associated with higher psychological symptomatology included a history of psychotropic drug use and the adoption of extra infection prevention measures.
FRONTIERS IN PSYCHOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Hematology
Simone Fischer, Christine Meisinger, Jakob Linseisen, Thomas M. Berghaus, Inge Kirchberger
Summary: Pulmonary embolism (PE) is a life-threatening event, and the emotional experience of patients is often overlooked. A study on PE patients revealed that about one-in-five patients experienced depressive or anxiety symptoms after PE. Factors such as age, history of depression, and pulmonary embolism severity index were associated with depression and anxiety symptoms. Monitoring the mental health of PE patients is important for early detection and intervention.
THROMBOSIS RESEARCH
(2023)
Article
Gastroenterology & Hepatology
Asia Avinir, Shire Dar, Michel Taler, Ola Haj, Doron Gothelf, Uri Kopylov, Shomron Ben-Horin, Ehud Mekori-Domachevsky
Summary: Depression and anxiety are common in IBD patients and can worsen prognosis. The HADS was found to be a valid screening tool for anxiety and depression, with recommendations to use it routinely in GI follow-ups, adjusting the cut-off scores for depression and anxiety.
THERAPEUTIC ADVANCES IN GASTROENTEROLOGY
(2021)
Article
Gastroenterology & Hepatology
Asia Avinir, Shira Dar, Michal Taler, Ola Haj, Doron Gothelf, Uri Kopylov, Shomron Ben-Horin, Ehud Mekori-Domachevsky
Summary: Depression and anxiety are common among inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) patients, affecting their quality of life and disease prognosis. This study demonstrates the utility of the Hospital Anxiety and Depression Scale (HADS) as a valid screening tool for depression and anxiety in IBD patients. Administering the HADS in gastrointestinal follow-ups with lower cut-off scores for depression can help identify patients at risk.
THERAPEUTIC ADVANCES IN GASTROENTEROLOGY
(2022)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Igor Burstyn, Tran B. Huynh
Summary: In a study of Philadelphia residents during the COVID-19 pandemic, anxiety and depression rates were estimated, with specific worries related to mood disorders identified. As the pandemic progressed, anxiety, depression, and fear of infection worsened, while difficult experiences such as loss of income and health issues were associated with worries and mood disorders. Participants who relied on close personal networks for support fared better psychologically than those who primarily relied on government and social services organizations. Thematic analysis revealed complex perceptions of the pandemic and coping strategies among participants.
Article
Pharmacology & Pharmacy
E. Mess, A. Ziembowska, J. Stas, W. Misiag, M. Chabowski
Summary: This study assessed the emotional condition of women with cancer and found that more severe anxiety and depression symptoms were negatively associated with readiness for discharge. Widows and divorcees had higher levels of depression, while women who had completed primary education were more likely to suffer from anxiety.
EUROPEAN REVIEW FOR MEDICAL AND PHARMACOLOGICAL SCIENCES
(2021)
Article
Psychology, Multidisciplinary
Ana Jerkovic, Ana Prorokovic, Meri Matijaca, Jelena Vuko, Ana Poljicanin, Angela Mastelic, Ana Curkovic Katic, Vana Kosta, Lea Kustura, Kresimir Dolic, Zoran Dogas, Maja Rogic Vidakovic
Summary: The study examined the factor structure and correlates of the Hospital Anxiety and Depression Scale (HADS) in multiple sclerosis patients, finding it to be a reliable and valid self-assessment scale for monitoring the psychiatric and psychological status of patients with MS. The HADS subscales showed good internal consistencies and convergent validity, suggesting its use in clinical monitoring.
FRONTIERS IN PSYCHOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Surgery
Victor Turrado, Yoelimar Guzman, Julio Jimenez-Lillo, Eduardo Villegas, Francisco B. de Lacy, Jordi Blanch, Jose M. Balibrea, Antonio Lacy
Summary: Virtual reality can reduce perioperative anxiety in patients undergoing surgery for colorectal cancer by simulating controlled exposure to the surgical process. In a clinical trial, anxiety and depression scores significantly decreased after patients were exposed to virtual reality.
SURGICAL ENDOSCOPY AND OTHER INTERVENTIONAL TECHNIQUES
(2021)
Article
Oncology
Motoki Endo, Kentaro Matsui, Rie Akaho, Kiyomi Mitsui, Yan Yan, Yuya Imai, Yuito Ueda, Go Muto, Gautam A. Deshpande, Yasuhisa Terao, Satoru Takeda, Mitsue Saito, Kazuhiko Hayashi, Katsuji Nishimura, Takeshi Tanigawa
Summary: Older age and longer time since cancer diagnosis were associated with lower odds of depressive and anxiety symptoms among Japanese cancer survivors, while receiving chemotherapy was associated with higher odds of anxiety symptoms.
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Nasser Al-Shammari, Abdulrahman Al-Modahka, Ebrahem Al-Ansari, Mohammad Al-Kandari, Khaled. A. Ibrahim, Jasem Al-Sanea, Reem Al-Sabah, Ahmed N. Albatineh
Summary: Depression and anxiety are prevalent among end-stage renal disease (ESRD) patients undergoing hemodialysis, with regular screening recommended. Future interventions should target females, those on dialysis between one and three years, and those with glomerulonephritis as ESRD cause.
PSYCHOLOGY HEALTH & MEDICINE
(2021)
Article
Obstetrics & Gynecology
Zachary Walker, John Ernandez, Andrea Lanes, Serene S. Srouji, Elizabeth Ginsburg, Martin Kathrins
Summary: A survey-based study investigated the effects of male anxiety and depression on in vitro fertilization (IVF) outcomes, finding that men with anxiety had lower total motile sperm counts during IVF, but there were no differences in live birth rates. The study showed that male anxiety causes low sperm motility, worse sperm morphology, and increased DNA fragmentation, which are known to be influential factors on fertilization rates and embryo quality during IVF.
HUMAN REPRODUCTION
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Virginia Soria-Utrilla, Francisco Jose Sanchez-Torralvo, Ivan Gonzalez-Poveda, Santiago Mera-Velasco, Nuria Porras, Jose Antonio Toval-Mata, Maria Garcia-Olivares, Manuel Ruiz-Lopez, Montserrat Gonzalo-Marin, Joaquin Carrasco-Campos, Maria Jose Tapia, Julio Santoyo-Santoyo, Gabriel Olveira
Summary: The study discovered a high prevalence of anxiety and depression symptoms in CRC patients awaiting elective surgery, and an association between depressive symptoms, preoperative nutritional status, and postoperative mortality.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND PUBLIC HEALTH
(2022)
Editorial Material
Clinical Neurology
Annunziata Romeo, Lorys Castelli, Agata Benfante, Marialaura Di Tella
JOURNAL OF AFFECTIVE DISORDERS
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Agata Benfante, Valentina Tesio, Marialaura Di Tella, Annunziata Romeo, Lorys Castelli
Summary: During the early stages of the COVID-19 outbreak in Italy, a significant proportion of the population experienced clinically relevant anxiety, depression, and post-traumatic stress symptoms (PTSS). A longitudinal study revealed that depressive symptoms and PTSS tended to remain stable over time, while anxiety levels showed a significant decrease.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND PUBLIC HEALTH
(2022)
Article
Psychology, Clinical
Annunziata Romeo, Marialaura Di Tella, Filippo Rutto, Lorys Castelli, Kanako Taku, Barbara Lucia Loera
Summary: The study supports the use of PTGDI-X in the Italian population, suggesting its validity in evaluating both positive and negative outcomes of traumatic events. The assessment of psychological dimensions can help traumatized individuals find meaning in life and improve their psychological well-being.
PSYCHOLOGICAL TRAUMA-THEORY RESEARCH PRACTICE AND POLICY
(2023)
Article
Psychology, Clinical
Annunziata Romeo, Valentina Tesio, Ada Ghiggia, Marialaura Di Tella, Giuliano Carlo Geminiani, Benedetto Farina, Lorys Castelli
Summary: The study found that patients with FM experienced significantly more negative life events and dissociative symptoms compared to healthy controls, which have a significant impact on the severity of FM symptoms. Somatoform dissociation could be a useful framework to improve understanding of FM symptoms, and the presence of cumulative trauma in FM patients has substantial implications for evaluation and treatment.
PSYCHOLOGICAL TRAUMA-THEORY RESEARCH PRACTICE AND POLICY
(2022)
Review
Psychology, Multidisciplinary
Marialaura Di Tella, Marinella Clerico, Lorys Castelli
Summary: This scoping review systematically reviews the association between socioemotional alterations and reduced quality of life (QoL) and social functioning in patients with Multiple Sclerosis (MS). Eight studies fulfilling the inclusion criteria were included in the review, and the majority of findings suggest that socioemotional alterations contribute to impaired QoL and social functioning in MS patients. However, more research is needed to replicate and confirm these findings, particularly with standardized and ecological tasks for assessing social cognition skills and diverse samples of MS patients.
CURRENT PSYCHOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Marialaura Di Tella, Annunziata Romeo, Georgia Zara, Lorys Castelli, Michele Settanni
Summary: This study aimed to investigate the psychometric properties of the Italian version of the PCL-5 in a group of adults who had experienced heterogenous traumatic events. The results indicated that the instrument had a reliable factorial structure and worked similarly for males and females. Additionally, PCL-5 scores were correlated with levels of depression, rumination, and life satisfaction.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND PUBLIC HEALTH
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Maria Rosa Stanizzo, Lorys Castelli, Cristina Di Nardo, Monica Brunetti, Corrado De Sanctis, Ada Ghiggia
Summary: The study found that the COVID-19 pandemic had a negative impact on the psychological distress of breast cancer patients, leading to significantly increased levels of anxiety and traumatic symptoms.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND PUBLIC HEALTH
(2022)
Article
Psychiatry
Ada Ghiggia, Sara Bottiroli, Vittorio Lingiardi, Cristina Tassorelli, Federica Galli, Lorys Castelli
Summary: This study aimed to investigate the prevalence and association between alexithymia and psychological distress in individuals with fibromyalgia (FM) and chronic migraine (CM). The results showed significantly higher scores for alexithymia and psychological distress in FM compared with CM and healthy controls. Additionally, the degree of alexithymia had a significantly higher influence on psychological distress in the patient groups.
JOURNAL OF PSYCHOSOMATIC RESEARCH
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Annunziata Romeo, Lorys Castelli, Georgia Zara, Marialaura Di Tella
Summary: This study investigated the predictors of posttraumatic growth (PTG) and posttraumatic depreciation (PTD) after traumatic experiences. Psychological factors such as disruption of core beliefs, rumination, and depressive symptoms were found to be significant predictors of PTG and PTD. These findings emphasize the importance of considering these factors in clinical practice to assist individuals in coping with highly stressful experiences.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND PUBLIC HEALTH
(2022)
Editorial Material
Psychology, Multidisciplinary
Annunziata Romeo, Lorys Castelli, Marialaura Di Tella
FRONTIERS IN PSYCHOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Psychology, Social
Giorgia Molinengo, Annunziata Romeo, Tommaso Trombetta, Luca Rolle, Lorys Castelli, Barbara Loera
Summary: This study aimed to examine the psychometric properties of the TAS-20 and its efficiency among Italian adolescents. The results showed that the TAS-10 is a valid and reliable scale, suitable for use in clinical and research practice with adolescents.
PERSONALITY AND INDIVIDUAL DIFFERENCES
(2023)
Article
Psychology, Social
Marialaura Di Tella, Mauro Adenzato, Lorys Castelli, Ada Ghiggia
Summary: Loneliness refers to the discrepancy between desired and actual social relationships. Socioemotional skills, including emotion recognition, empathy, and emotion regulation, may contribute to the experience of loneliness. This study aimed to investigate if lonely individuals have greater difficulties in socioemotional skills compared to non-lonely individuals. Results showed that lonely individuals had higher scores in recognizing fear facial expressions, lower levels of empathy, and greater difficulties in emotion regulation. Therefore, it is important to assess these skills when dealing with individuals who report high levels of social isolation.
PERSONALITY AND INDIVIDUAL DIFFERENCES
(2023)
Article
Psychology, Multidisciplinary
Ada Ghiggia, Lorys Castelli, Mauro Adenzato, Marialaura Di Tella
Summary: Emotional competencies are vital for social interaction and impairment can lead to increased anxiety/depressive symptoms and loneliness. This study found significant associations between emotional competencies and anxiety/depressive symptoms as well as emotional loneliness, which further correlated with higher levels of psychological distress.
SCANDINAVIAN JOURNAL OF PSYCHOLOGY
(2023)
Meeting Abstract
Psychiatry
Agata Benfante, Annunziata Romeo, Marialaura Di Tella, Lorys Castelli
PSYCHOTHERAPY AND PSYCHOSOMATICS
(2022)
Article
Psychology, Multidisciplinary
Annunziata Romeo, Agata Benfante, Giuliano Carlo Geminiani, Lorys Castelli
Summary: This study explores for the first time the impact of defense mechanisms and personality traits on the psychological distress of fibromyalgia patients. The findings reveal that fibromyalgia patients have difficulties in expressing emotions, display higher levels of harm avoidance, lower levels of self-directedness and persistence, and tend to use maladaptive defense mechanisms. These results have important clinical implications for the diagnosis and treatment of fibromyalgia patients.
BEHAVIORAL SCIENCES
(2022)
