Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Miriam J. Haviland, Yael Nillni, Matthew P. Fox, David A. Savitz, Elizabeth E. Hatch, Kenneth J. Rothman, Michele R. Hacker, Tanran R. Wang, Lauren A. Wise
Summary: This study aimed to evaluate the association between psychotropic medication use during pregnancy and gestational age at delivery, while adjusting for depressive symptom and perceived stress severity. The results showed that women using psychotropic medications had a shorter gestational age at delivery, regardless of their depressive symptoms or perceived stress levels. The data suggest that this association is not confounded by indication.
ANNALS OF EPIDEMIOLOGY
(2021)
Review
Immunology
Jeremy D. Henson, Luis Vitetta, Sean Hall
Summary: Combination tetrahydrocannabinol (THC)/cannabidiol (CBD) medicines or CBD-only medicines have the potential to be effective treatments for chronic pain, stress, anxiety, depression, and insomnia. There is substantial evidence supporting the effectiveness of THC/CBD combination medicines for chronic pain, especially neuropathic and nociplastic pain. CBD-only medication shows substantial evidence for stress, moderate evidence for anxiety and insomnia, and minimal evidence for depression and pain. THC/CBD combination medicines have good tolerability and safety profiles compared to opioid analgesics, but should be avoided in patients with depression, psychosis, and suicide tendencies.
INFLAMMOPHARMACOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Medicine, General & Internal
Christine Strand Bachmann, Kari Risnes, Johan Hakon Bjorngaard, Jorun Schei, Kristine Pape
Summary: The study revealed that individuals born preterm have a higher rate of prescription of psychotropic drugs during adolescence and young adulthood. The risk of mental health impairment is increased in individuals born preterm, and this risk is not limited to the most preterm groups.
Article
Clinical Neurology
Yilin Hua, Guangduoji Shi, Xinyu Zheng, Cuihong Huang, Yan Xu, Guoliang Huang, Wanxin Wang, Ciyong Lu, Lan Guo
Summary: This study found that non-medical use of prescription drugs is associated with depressive and anxiety symptoms among Chinese undergraduates, and these associations may differ by sex.
JOURNAL OF AFFECTIVE DISORDERS
(2023)
Article
Geriatrics & Gerontology
Enrico Callegari, Jurate Saltyte Benth, Geir Selbaek, Cato Gronnerod, Sverre Bergh
Summary: The study found that psychotropic drugs (PTDs), especially antidepressants, are commonly prescribed to nursing home patients over a 3-year period. Older patients are less likely to receive antipsychotics, while those with more severe dementia are less likely to be prescribed sedatives/hypnotics. Close attention should be paid to PTD prescriptions during long-term NH stay to avoid prolonged and excessive treatment.
Article
Substance Abuse
Matthew E. Hirschtritt, Lyndsay A. Avalos, Varada Sarovar, Kathryn K. Ridout, Nancy C. Goler, Deborah R. Ansley, Derek D. Satre, Kelly C. Young-Wolff
Summary: Among pregnant patients with depression or anxiety, prenatal cannabis use was associated with higher odds of prenatal benzodiazepine and hypnotic use. This association was more significant among pregnancies with severe depression symptom severity.
JOURNAL OF ADDICTION MEDICINE
(2022)
Article
Geriatrics & Gerontology
Enrico Callegari, Jurate Saltyte Benth, Geir Selbaek, Cato Gronnerod, Sverre Bergh
Summary: The study found an increase in prescription rates of psychotropic drugs in Norwegian nursing homes from admission to 6-month follow-up, with associations with clinical variables such as neuropsychiatric symptoms, cognition, and physical health.
JOURNAL OF THE AMERICAN MEDICAL DIRECTORS ASSOCIATION
(2021)
Article
Psychiatry
Chiara Penengo, Chiara Colli, Maddalena Cesco, Veronica Croccia, Matilde Degano, Alessandra Ferreghini, Marco Garzitto, Marci Lobel, Heidi Preis, Alessia Sala, Lorenza Driul, Matteo Balestrieri
Summary: This study aimed to evaluate the association between anxiety, depressive and obsessive-compulsive symptomatology in Italian women during the second wave of the COVID-19 pandemic and pregnancy-specific stress, pandemic-related stress, and coping strategies.
FRONTIERS IN PSYCHIATRY
(2022)
Article
Psychiatry
Vanessa K. Dalton, Andrea Pangori, Sawsan As-Sanie, Karen M. Tabb, Stephanie Hall, Anca Tilea, Amy Schroeder, Jennifer Burgess, Kara Zivin
Summary: The coexistence of chronic pain conditions with anxiety and/or depression during pregnancy is common but poorly understood. This study aimed to describe trends in chronic pain among delivering individuals and to examine the relationship between chronic pain and anxiety and/or depression.
GENERAL HOSPITAL PSYCHIATRY
(2023)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Oda Jensen, Andreas Kiesbye Ovlisen, Lasse Hjort Jakobsen, Anne Stidsholt Roug, Rene Ernst Nielsen, Claus Werenberg Marcher, Lene Hyldahl Ebbesen, Kim Theilgaard-Monch, Peter Moller, Claudia Schollkopf, Christian Torp-Pedersen, Tarec Christoffer El-Galaly, Marianne Tang Severinsen
Summary: The study found that AML and MDS patients have a higher risk of receiving psychotropic drug prescriptions compared to the background population, with factors such as older age, low educational level, high Charlson Comorbidity Index score, non-curative treatment intent, and performance status being associated with this increased risk.
CLINICAL EPIDEMIOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Pharmacology & Pharmacy
Freja Frankenhaeuser, Birgitta Soeder, Hakan Kaellmen, Esa R. Korpi, Jukka H. Meurman
Summary: This study investigated the association between periodontitis and purchases of medications in the long term. The results showed that patients with periodontitis purchased significantly more drugs in certain categories compared to periodontally healthy individuals. This suggests that periodontitis may increase the risk for systemic diseases and the need for medication.
FRONTIERS IN PHARMACOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Medicine, General & Internal
Matthew E. Hirschtritt, Natalie Slama, Stacy A. Sterling, Mark Olfson, Esti Iturralde
Summary: This study found that in the early months of the COVID-19 pandemic, most psychotropic medication fills remained stable or showed small changes compared to the previous year. New fills decreased across most medication classes and continued fills accounted for observed increases in some medication classes. Older adults demonstrated decreased fills of most medications.
Article
Cell Biology
Xiaolu Zhang, Alyssa Wolfinger, Xiaojun Wu, Rawan Alnafisah, Ali Imami, Abdul-rizaq Hamoud, Anna Lundh, Vladimir Parpura, Robert E. McCullumsmith, Rammohan Shukla, Sinead M. O'Donovan
Summary: This study uses gene enrichment analysis to investigate the relationships between different astrocyte subtypes, psychiatric disorders, and psychotropic medications. The study identifies the enrichment of astrocyte subtypes in psychiatric disorders, with the highest level of enrichment found in schizophrenia. The study also reveals the complex responses of astrocytes under pathological conditions. Furthermore, the study finds limited common gene enrichment between psychotropic medications and astrocyte subtypes, suggesting that astrocytes are not the primary target of these medications.
Article
Psychiatry
Carina S. Bichler, Martin Niedermeier, Andrea Gufler, Matyas Galffy, Barbara Sperner-Unterweger, Martin Kopp
Summary: Patients with psychiatric conditions have lower levels of physical activity compared to individuals without such conditions, preferring simpler activities like walking and yoga. This is due to a lack of motivation and perceived barriers, highlighting the need for healthcare providers to offer personalized and easily accessible forms of physical activity.
COMPREHENSIVE PSYCHIATRY
(2021)
Article
Clinical Neurology
Carolin C. Hoeflich, Sara Nutley, Catherine W. Striley, Leslie Miller, Michelle B. Riba, Marcia R. Morris
Summary: The prevalence of depression and/or anxiety symptoms among college students has increased, along with the utilization of pharmacological and/or psychotherapy services. Continued surveillance and identification of students at risk for adverse psychiatric health outcomes is necessary, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic.
JOURNAL OF AFFECTIVE DISORDERS
(2023)
Article
Pharmacology & Pharmacy
Alice L. Bhasale, Ameet Sarpatwari, Wendy Lipworth, Mathias Mollebaek, Eliza J. McEwin, Nileesa Gautam, Adrian Santiago Ortiz, Barbara J. Mintzes
Summary: The study found that factors such as trust, uncertainty, and clinical authority influenced physicians' use of regulatory warnings. Specialists became aware of drug safety issues through specialized literature, while primary care physicians relied on media and colleagues for information.
BRITISH JOURNAL OF CLINICAL PHARMACOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Health Care Sciences & Services
Alice Fabbri, Camilla Hansen Nejstgaard, Quinn Grundy, Lisa Bero, Adam G. Dunn, Annim Mohammad, Barbara Mintzes
Summary: Authors with financial ties to drug companies were more likely to publish opinion pieces that minimised harms of varenicline. These results raise questions about journals' editorial policies to accept reviews of treatments from authors with financial relationships with manufacturers.
JOURNAL OF GENERAL INTERNAL MEDICINE
(2022)
Article
Oncology
Adrian M. J. Pokorny, Alice Fabbri, Lisa A. Bero, Ray Moynihan, Barbara J. Mintzes
Summary: There is substantial evidence of frequent relationships between cancer physicians and the pharmaceutical industry, including financial ties and payments. Some studies suggest these relationships can influence physicians' prescribing behavior and even lead to unconscious bias. Further research is needed to understand the clinical implications for patients and develop better management strategies for these relationships.
BRITISH JOURNAL OF CANCER
(2022)
Article
Obstetrics & Gynecology
Alicia J. Long, Paramdeep Kaur, Alexandra Lukey, Catherine Allaire, Janice S. Kwon, Aline Talhouk, Paul J. Yong, Gillian E. Hanley
Summary: This study aimed to compare the outcomes between those who underwent a hysterectomy for endometriosis with conservation of one or both ovaries and those who underwent a hysterectomy with bilateral salpingo-oophorectomy. The study found that patients who underwent a hysterectomy with bilateral salpingo-oophorectomy had a lower reoperation rate, but there was little difference between the groups in terms of other pain-related health services.
AMERICAN JOURNAL OF OBSTETRICS AND GYNECOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Oncology
Minh Tung Phung, Penelope M. Webb, Anna DeFazio, Sian Fereday, Alice W. Lee, David D. L. Bowtell, Peter A. Fasching, Ellen L. Goode, Marc T. Goodman, Beth Y. Karlan, Jenny Lester, Keitaro Matsuo, Francesmary Modugno, James D. Brenton, Toon Van Gorp, Paul D. P. Pharoah, Joellen M. Schildkraut, Karen McLean, Rafael Meza, Bhramar Mukherjee, Jean Richardson, Bronwyn Grout, Anne Chase, Cindy McKinnon Deurloo, Kathryn L. Terry, Gillian E. Hanley, Malcolm C. Pike, Andrew Berchuck, Susan J. Ramus, Celeste Leigh Pearce, Ovarian Canc Assoc Consortium
Summary: This study analyzed the association between 12 lifestyle and personal exposures and having residual disease after surgery in patients with high-grade serous ovarian cancer (HGSC). The use of menopausal estrogen-only therapy (ET) was associated with a lower likelihood of having macroscopic residual disease, while parous women who did not breastfeed also had a lower likelihood of residual disease. These factors could potentially be included in risk stratification models for HGSC patients.
GYNECOLOGIC ONCOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Medicine, General & Internal
Ashleigh Hooimeyer, Travis Lines, Janet Mirzaei, Preshita Pande, Sylviya Ganeshamoorthy, Alice Fabbri, Lisa Parker, Adam G. Dunn, Barbara Mintzes
Summary: This study investigated the prevalence, content, and strength of conflict of interest (COI) policies at Australian medical schools and compared them with a previous assessment in 2009. The results showed that Australian medical students are not well protected from commercial influence in medical education, and there has been limited development of COI policies in the past decade.
INTERNAL MEDICINE JOURNAL
(2023)
Article
Medicine, General & Internal
Richard L. Morrow, Barbara Mintzes, Garry Gray, Michael R. Law, Scott Garrison, Colin R. Dormuth
Summary: Based on interviews with individuals involved in clinical trial research in Canada, including trial participants and investigators, it was found that most participants and investigators believe that publicly reporting trial results is crucial. This relates to the reciprocal relationship between participants and investigators and the fulfillment of informed consent. Failure to report trial results may undermine informed consent and have negative effects on future clinical trial decisions for similar drugs.
Article
Medicine, General & Internal
Adrian M. J. Pokorny, Lisa A. Bero, Peter Fox, Deme J. Karikios, Eliza J. McEwin, Ray Moynihan, Barbara Mintzes
Summary: This qualitative study aimed to understand how Australian cancer physicians interact with the pharmaceutical industry and why. The study identified six themes related to physicians' views and experiences of interactions, as well as the management of these interactions. These findings highlight the need for a balanced approach to industry interactions in cancer care.
Article
Medicine, General & Internal
Courtney Davis, Anita K. Wagner, Maximilian Salcher-Konrad, Henry Scowcroft, Barbara Mintzes, Adrian M. J. Pokorny, Jianhui Lew, Huseyin Naci
Summary: The study evaluated the frequency of communication of relevant and accurate information about the benefits and related uncertainties of anticancer drugs to patients and clinicians in regulated information sources in Europe. The findings highlight the need for improvement in the communication of the benefits and uncertainties of these drugs to support evidence-based decision making by patients and clinicians.
BMJ-BRITISH MEDICAL JOURNAL
(2023)
Review
Oncology
Niki Oveisi, Vicki Cheng, Ursula Ellis, Stuart Peacock, Helen McTaggart-Cowan, Lori A. Brotto, Jonathan Loree, Gillian E. Hanley, Sharlene Gill, Meera Rayar, Amirrtha Srikanthan, Mary A. De Vera
Summary: This systematic review and meta-analysis examined the impacts of cancer on reproductive health outcomes in adolescents and young adults (AYAs) aged 15-39 years. The analysis included 21 studies and assessed 62 reproductive outcomes. The results showed that AYA cancer patients have a higher risk of preterm birth, gestational diabetes, and use of fertility treatment compared to controls, especially among those who received radiation.
Article
Psychiatry
Grace A. Thiele, Deirdre M. Ryan, Tim F. Oberlander, Gillian E. Hanley
Summary: The study used population-based data to build complex, longitudinal mental health histories, finding that preconception to postpartum depression and anxiety play a significant role in predicting adverse pregnancy and birth outcomes.
Editorial Material
Medicine, General & Internal
Barbara Mintzes, David B. Menkes
MEDICAL JOURNAL OF AUSTRALIA
(2023)
Review
Oncology
Amanda S. S. Nitschke, Helena Abreu do Valle, Lesa Dawson, Janice S. S. Kwon, Gillian E. E. Hanley
Summary: People with BRCA mutations undergo surgery to remove their ovaries and fallopian tubes in order to reduce their risk of ovarian and breast cancer. However, this surgery results in early menopause and long-term negative health effects. There is limited research on these health effects and the effectiveness of hormone replacement therapy. This review summarizes the current research on the long-term health consequences of early surgical menopause in BRCA mutation carriers and the use of hormone replacement therapy.
Review
Oncology
Lauren C. Tindale, Almira Zhantuyakova, Stephanie Lam, Michelle Woo, Janice S. Kwon, Gillian E. Hanley, Bartha Knoppers, Kasmintan A. Schrader, Stuart J. Peacock, Aline Talhouk, Trevor Dummer, Kelly Metcalfe, Nora Pashayan, William D. Foulkes, Ranjit Manchanda, David Huntsman, Gavin Stuart, Jacques Simard, Lesa Dawson
Summary: Individuals with hereditary cancer syndrome have increased risk of ovarian, breast, and other types of cancers. However, most high-risk individuals in Canada are unaware of their risk. To address this issue, the British Columbia Gynecologic Cancer Initiative organized a research summit to explore the potential of population-based genetic testing in preventing hereditary cancer and reducing morbidity and mortality.
Article
Oncology
Helena Abreu do Valle, Paramdeep Kaur, Janice S. Kwon, Rona Cheifetz, Lesa Dawson, Gillian E. Hanley
Summary: Women with BRCA1/2 mutations have a higher risk of osteoporosis after RRBSO, but no increased risk of fractures during our follow-up. Low rates of DEXA-scan and bisphosphonates use indicate room for improvement in the prevention of bone loss.
JOURNAL OF GYNECOLOGIC ONCOLOGY
(2022)