A cross-sectional study on the relationship between interoceptive sensitivity and somatic symptoms in young bipolar disorder patients by Jialin Lv, Hang Xu, Juan Li, Lin Sun, Guohui Zhu, Weiwen Wang

“…It remains unclear whether interoception is altered and how it relates to somatic and mood symptoms in youths with BD. Methods This study recruited 71 youths (aged 14–25) with BD during maintenance status and 111 age-matched controls. …”
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Neighborhood social environment and mental health of older adults in China: the mediating role of subjective well-being and the moderating role of green space by Taizhi Lin, Qianhui Wang, Zixuan Tan, Wen Zuo, Rong Wu

“…Therefore, this study explores the mechanism that influences the social environment of the neighborhood and the mental health of older adults, the mediating effect of subjective well-being (SWB), and the moderating effect of green space.MethodsBased on the 2018 China Labor Dynamics Survey, this study used the structural equation model to explore the mediating effect of neighborhood social environment (neighborhood ties, social trust, community security) on the mental health of older adults through SWB and the moderating effect of green space.ResultsSocial trust and community security are both directly and positively associated with older adults’ mental health. …”
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Fractal-Based Quantitative Collateral Assessment for Thrombectomy Candidate Selection in Acute Ischemic Stroke: A Preliminary Study by Chien-Hung Chang, Chi-Ming Ku, Tzong-Rong Ger, Wen-Piao Lin

“…This preliminary study introduces the multiphase quantitative collateral score (mqCS), a novel imaging biomarker designed to provide an objective and reproducible assessment of both the morphological extent and temporal dynamics of collateral flow. <b>Methods</b>: In this exploratory study, 54 AIS patients treated with EVT were retrospectively analyzed. …”
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Intimate Partner Violence and Associated Factors Among Pregnant Women in the Conflicted Northeast Ethiopia: A Cross‐Sectional Study by Destaw Asefa, Endalkachew Worku Mengesha, Zemenu S. Yadita

“…Data collection employed a structured questionnaire, coded, and entered into Epi‐data 4.6, then analyzed using SPSS version 26. …”
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Navigating the digital landscape: unraveling the interplay of challenge and hindrance components of technostress on employee voice behavior by Barnabás Buzás, Barnabás Buzás, Adél Csenge Simon, Adél Csenge Simon, Orhidea Edith Kiss, Klára Faragó

“…Our findings provide insights for organizations to understand these dynamics and develop managerial strategies that foster positive workplace behaviors.MethodsWe conducted a cross-sectional study using an online questionnaire with office employees experienced in remote work (N = 361). …”
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A qualitative study on the perspectives of prenatal breastfeeding educational classes in Ireland: Implications for maternal breastfeeding decisions. by Jennifer Kehinde, Claire O'Donnell, Annmarie Grealish

“…This descriptive qualitative study explores the perspectives of mothers and healthcare professionals, specifically midwives and lactation consultants, on prenatal breastfeeding education classes in Ireland and how they influence mothers' breastfeeding decisions.<h4>Methods</h4>A qualitative descriptive methodology was employed, utilizing online semi-structured interviews with midwives, lactation consultants (n = 10), and postnatal mothers (n = 20) from four tertiary hospitals in the Republic of Ireland. …”
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Too young to pour: the global crisis of underage alcohol use by Susanna Esposito, Beatrice Rita Campana, Alberto Argentiero, Marco Masetti, Valentina Fainardi, Nicola Principi

“…It examines genetic predispositions, family dynamics, peer influence, socioeconomic context, mental health, and exposure to alcohol-related media and advertising. …”
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The rising role of physical activity in multiscale urban aging: evidence from spatial MGWR modeling in Hubei by Junjun Qiu, Yuge Zhang, Binbin Jia, Binbin Jia, Danyang Li, Danyang Li

“…IntroductionPopulation aging in China exhibits pronounced spatial heterogeneity, driven by complex interactions among demographic dynamics, economic development, healthcare infrastructure, environmental conditions, and lifestyle factors. …”
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Comparative analyses of symptoms, severity, and breakthrough infections in vaccinated and unvaccinated individuals during three waves of COVID-19 in India by Priya Bhardwaj, Sunita Jetly, Sunita Yadav, Rahul Kaushik, Rahul Kaushik, Kumar Naidu, Daman Saluja, Jyoti Taneja

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High prevalence of fecal carriage of extended-spectrum beta-lactamase producing Enterobacterales among patients with urinary tract infections in rural Tanzania by Magreth Erick Macha, Magreth Erick Macha, Magreth Erick Macha, Weihong Qi, Salome N. Seiffert, Anja Bösch, Philipp Kohler, Honorathy Msami Urassa, Sabine Haller, Erin West, Maja Weisser Rohacek, Maja Weisser Rohacek, Maja Weisser Rohacek, Baharak Babouee Flury, Baharak Babouee Flury, Baharak Babouee Flury, Baharak Babouee Flury

“…This study investigates fecal carriage and risk factors for ESBL-PE and carbapenemase-producing organisms among patients with urinary tract infection (UTI) in rural Tanzania.MethodsThis cross-sectional study was conducted at St. …”
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Bronchiolitis: A Real-Life Report of Increasing Compliance to Treatment Guidelines by Melodie O. Aricò, Francesco Accomando, Daniela Trotta, Anthea Mariani, Claudia Rossini, Claudio Cafagno, Letizia Lorusso, Enrico Valletta, Desiree Caselli, Maurizio Aricò

“…Center-specific strategies, tailored to team dynamics and resource availability, effectively promoted greater adherence to evidence-based guidelines. …”
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Ayahuasca-inspired DMT/HAR formulation reduces brain differentiation between self and other faces by Dila Suay, Helena D. Aicher, Micheal Kometer, Michael J. Mueller, Luzia Caflisch, Alexandra Hempe, Camilla P. Steinhart, Claudius Elsner, Ilhui A. Wicki, Jovin Müller, Daniel Meling, Dario A. Dornbierer, Milan Scheidegger, Davide Bottari

“…This effect underscores the serotonergic modulation of face recognition and suggests a reorganization of self-related neural dynamics under psychedelics. By reducing self-other differentiation, psychedelics may promote cognitive and emotional flexibility. …”
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CONFRONTATION AND MUTUAL REFLECTION OF TWO WORLDS IN “THE GRASS DANCER” BY SUSAN POWER by Oksana G. Shostak

“…The following article involves historical-cultural and structural approaches, which correspond to the purpose and tasks of the research; methods of cultural-semantic analysis and phenomenological methods were also used. …”
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“May we not orchestrate our own misfortune”: a qualitative study on perception about causes and prevention of occupational injuries among bricklayers and carpenters in Osun State,... by Temitope Olumuyiwa Ojo, Temitope Olumuyiwa Ojo, Nisha Naicker, Nisha Naicker, Funmilayo Juliana Afolabi, Adedeji Ayodeji Onayade

“…The belief systems of construction artisans may shape their perceptions of workplace hazards and safety practices, yet these dynamics remain underexplored in Nigeria. Hence, this study explored the beliefs about causes and prevention of OIs among artisans in the informal sector of the construction industry in Osun State, Nigeria.MethodsTwelve focus group discussions (FGDs) were conducted in Osun State, Nigeria, with six FGDs each held with bricklayers and carpenters. …”
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Rational Approach to New Chemical Entities with Antiproliferative Activity on Ab1 Tyrosine Kinase Encoded by the <i>BCR-ABL</i> Gene: An Hierarchical Biochemoinformatics Analysis by Vitor H. da S. Sanches, Cleison C. Lobato, Luciane B. Silva, Igor V. F. dos Santos, Elcimar de S. Barros, Alexandre de A. Maciel, Elenilze F. B. Ferreira, Kauê S. da Costa, José M. Espejo-Román, Joaquín M. C. Rosa, Njogu M. Kimani, Cleydson B. R. Santos

“…In the prediction of biological activity, the results of the nine selected structures ranged from 13.7% < Pa < 65.8%, showing them to be potential protein kinase inhibitors. …”
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Knowledge regarding human monkeypox among a sample of undergraduate and post-graduate students from selected tertiary institutions in Bangladesh: An online-based cross-sectional st... by Md Hasan Al Banna, Abdul-Aziz Seidu, Trisha Mallick, Nahidur Rahman, Mst Sadia Sultana, Humayra Alam Mouly, Najim Z Alshahrani, Nargees Akter, Tareq Mahmud, Susmita Hossain, Anannya Sheikh, Ashish Biswas, Sumaia Sahrin, Md Nazmul Hassan, Md Shafiqul Islam Khan

“…The structured questionnaire consisted of two parts: (i) socio-demographic information and (ii) an assessment of knowledge regarding mpox. …”
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Gender differences and factors affecting opinions on condom use and sexual experiences among adolescents in a high teenage pregnancy setting in the Volta Region, Ghana by Desmond Klu, Percival Delali Agordoh, Charles Azagba, Evelyn Acquah, Phidelia Doegah, Alfred Kwesi Manyeh, Evelyn Korkor Ansah, Margaret Gyapong

“…Data from a semi-structured questionnaire were analyzed using a bivariate analysis and binary logistic regression. …”
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Comparative analysis of treatment of patients with toxoplasma retinochoroiditis by A.F. Yusupov, M.Kh. Karimova, Sh.A. Djamalova, S.I. Abdullaeva, M.U. Samatov, E.S. Tsoy

“…Aim: to compare the effectiveness of complex drug treatment of patients with toxoplasma retinochoroiditis. Methods: A total of 33 patients (45 eyes) diagnosed with toxoplasma retinochoroiditis were examined at the Republican Specialized Scientific and Practical Medical Center of Eye Microsurgery (RSSPMCEM). …”
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Diachronic changes in local food heritage: the ethnobiology of wild foods in central Tuscany by Mousaab Alrhmoun, Valter Guiggi, Syed Waseem Gillani, Muhammad Manzoor, Naji Sulaiman, Andrea Pieroni

“…This study explores shifts in wild food knowledge and practices over two decades, comparing data collected in 2024 with findings from a 2004 study. Methods The study was conducted in Valdera, Central Tuscany, through structured interviews with local residents. …”
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Getting time and building trust: unveiling the systemic, relational, and personal factors influencing clinical pharmacy service implementation in South Africa, a qualitative study by Lucille Crafford, Rashmi A Kusurkar, Elmien Bronkhorst, Andries Gous, Anouk Wouters

“…Methods Adopting a constructivist approach, this qualitative study was conducted using focus group discussions. …”
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