Mental health of visually and hearing impaired students from the viewpoint of the University Personality Inventory.

abstract：:A structured interview was used to examine the 1-year incidence and prevalence of depression among 116 first-year university students. While 24 of the subjects (20.7%) met the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders 4th ed. (DSM-IV) criteria for Major Depressive Episode (MDE), 62 (53.4%) met the Diagnost...

journal_title：Psychiatry and clinical neurosciences

authors： Tomoda A,Mori K,Kimura M,Takahashi T,Kitamura T

更新日期：2000-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We present the case of a 71-year-old woman with an 11-year history of slowly progressive decline of motor speech. Normal clinical investigations including routine magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) at 7, 8 and 10 years after the onset of speech dysfunction led to the suggestion of a psychogenic disorder. Extensive clini...

journal_title：Psychiatry and clinical neurosciences

authors： Tebartz van Elst LH,Juengling FD,Kassubek J,Schmidtke K,Thiel T,Ebert D,Dykierek P,Hüll M

更新日期：2002-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Chronic methamphetamine psychotics became a major problem in Japan after World War II. On one hand, the clinical symptoms of chronic methamphetamine psychotics were noted to resemble those of schizophrenics quite closely but, on the other hand, their respective personality profiles appeared to differ. Recent research ...

journal_title：Psychiatry and clinical neurosciences

authors： Shimazono Y,Matsushima E

更新日期：1995-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：AIM:To determine the differences in the remission rate, recovery rate, functional improvement, and treatment adherence related to treatment with short-acting immediate-release methylphenidate (IR-MPH) and long-acting osmotic-release oral system-methylphenidate (OROS-MPH) in a naturalistic setting among Taiwanese childr...

journal_title：Psychiatry and clinical neurosciences

authors： Tzang RF,Wang YC,Yeh CB,Hsu CD,Liang HY,Yang PC,Liu HJ,Huang YS,Cheng H,Hsu YC,Liu SI,Pan CH,Huang YF,Huang CF,Wu YY,Huang YH,Liu HC,Chang HL

更新日期：2012-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：AIM:This systematic review and meta-analysis evaluated whether bright light therapy (BLT) is an effective and safe treatment for manic/depressive symptoms and a preventive measure for recurrent mood episodes in patients with bipolar disorder. METHODS:A literature search of major electronic databases was conducted in J...

journal_title：Psychiatry and clinical neurosciences

authors： Takeshima M,Utsumi T,Aoki Y,Wang Z,Suzuki M,Okajima I,Watanabe N,Watanabe K,Takaesu Y

更新日期：2020-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Thirty case reports published in Japan that refer to psychiatric symptoms accompanying interferon (IFN) therapy were examined. These papers covered a total of 49 cases. We categorized these 49 cases into 35 cases of mood disorder, 10 of delirium and four of psychotic disorder. The key findings of our study of these ca...

journal_title：Psychiatry and clinical neurosciences

authors： Nozaki O,Takagi C,Takaoka K,Takata T,Yoshida M

更新日期：1997-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：AIMS:This 12-week open-label study was designed to investigate the pharmacokinetics and efficacy of a direct switch from a conventional depot to long-acting injectable risperidone in patients with schizophrenia and schizoaffective disorder. METHODS:Men or women from 18 to 65 years old with a diagnosis of schizophrenia...

journal_title：Psychiatry and clinical neurosciences

authors： Lai YC,Huang MC,Chen CH,Tsai CJ,Pan CH,Chiu CC

更新日期：2009-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Obstructive sleep apnea syndrome (OSAS) is a significant problem for some patients presenting with snoring and excessive daytime sleepiness. The 'golden standard' therapy in OSAS is considered to be nasal continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP). The effects of CPAP on work performance in sleep apnoics has not been ...

journal_title：Psychiatry and clinical neurosciences

authors： Ulfberg J,Jonsson R,Edling C

更新日期：1999-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Various perspectives exist regarding Internet gaming disorder. While the concept of behavioral addiction is gaining recognition, some view the phenomenon as merely excessive indulgence in online pastimes. Still, in recent years, complaints from patients or their family members about problems related to Internet use, p...

journal_title：Psychiatry and clinical neurosciences

authors： Lee SY,Lee HK,Choo H

更新日期：2017-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：AIM:Several lines of evidence suggest that major depressive disorder is associated with an inflammatory status. Tumor necrosis factor-alpha has been investigated as a potential molecular target in mood disorders. Tumor necrosis factor-alpha exerts its activity through binding to specific cell membrane receptors named a...

journal_title：Psychiatry and clinical neurosciences

authors： Grassi-Oliveira R,Brietzke E,Pezzi JC,Lopes RP,Teixeira AL,Bauer ME

更新日期：2009-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Major depressive disorder (MDD) with racing/crowded thoughts is understudied. Kraepelin classified 'depression with flight of ideas' in the mixed states of his manic-depressive insanity. The aim of the study was to test whether MDD with racing/crowded thoughts was close to bipolar disorders. Consecutive 379 bipolar-II...

journal_title：Psychiatry and clinical neurosciences

authors： Benazzi F

更新日期：2005-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:In order to investigate mutual interactions between neuronal discharges in the mesencepahlic reticular formation, relative power contributions (RPC) were estimated during sleep-wake cycles and serotonin (5HT)-depleted conditions by the administration of parachlorophenylalanine (PCPA). The RPC for most of the neurons d...

journal_title：Psychiatry and clinical neurosciences

authors： Kodama T,Honda Y,Nakao M,Sato S,Yamamoto M

更新日期：2000-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The serum concentrations of total, free and acylcarnitine were compared in 25 patients with multiple sclerosis (MS) and among age- and sex-matched normal controls by the new enzymatic cycling method in order to clarify whether the fatigue in MS might be due to possible carnitine-related fatty acid metabolic abnormalit...

journal_title：Psychiatry and clinical neurosciences

authors： Fukazawa T,Sasaki H,Kikuchi S,Hamada T,Tashiro K

更新日期：1996-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Medically, insight is a multidimensional concept. Results of previous studies are inconclusive regarding the relationship between insight and global and cognitive functions. The aim of this study was to evaluate the relationship among insight, patients' global function, cognitive function of patients with schizophreni...

journal_title：Psychiatry and clinical neurosciences

authors： Chen KC,Chu CL,Yang YK,Yeh TL,Lee IH,Chen PS,Lu RB

更新日期：2005-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：AIMS:Various eating-related problems are commonly observed among people with dementia, and these problems place a huge burden on the caregivers. An appropriate classification of these problems is important in order to understand their underlying mechanisms and to develop a therapeutic approach for managing them. The ai...

journal_title：Psychiatry and clinical neurosciences

authors： Shinagawa S,Honda K,Kashibayashi T,Shigenobu K,Nakayama K,Ikeda M

更新日期：2016-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Lack of insight into illness is a prevalent and distinguishing feature of schizophrenia, which has a complex history and has been given a variety of definitions. Currently, insight is measured and treated as a multidimensional phenomenon, because it is believed to result from psychological, neuropsychological and orga...

journal_title：Psychiatry and clinical neurosciences

authors： Ouzir M,Azorin JM,Adida M,Boussaoud D,Battas O

更新日期：2012-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：AIMS:Alcohol use is the third highest risk factor for disease and disability. This study explored the association between binge drinking and mental health, general health, and diet and nutrition of young adults. METHODS:A sub-sample of 2590 adults aged 18-29 years was selected from 10 364 participants in the survey to...

journal_title：Psychiatry and clinical neurosciences

authors： Mohamed S,Ajmal M

更新日期：2015-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:While hypercortisolemia is commonly observed in depression, exactly where in the hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenocortical (H-P-A) axis this dysfunction arises remains undefined. In attempting to distinguish between central or peripheral locus of dysfunction, we studied in 12 patients (10 females, two males) with primary ...

journal_title：Psychiatry and clinical neurosciences

authors： Jiang HK,Wang JY,Lin JC

更新日期：2000-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:In order to clarify the characteristics of Behavioral and Psychological Symptoms of Dementia (BPSD) in patients with mild Alzheimer's disease (AD), BPSD among the severities of Clinical Dementia Rating (CDR) in 74 patients with AD were compared using the Neuropsychiatric inventory (NPI). The result, when compared betw...

journal_title：Psychiatry and clinical neurosciences

authors： Shimabukuro J,Awata S,Matsuoka H

更新日期：2005-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：AIMS:The objectives of this article are to discuss ethical issues of informed consent in cognitively impaired patients and review considerations for capacity determination. We will also discuss how to evaluate capacity, determine competence, and obtain informed consent when a patient is deemed incompetent. This review ...

journal_title：Psychiatry and clinical neurosciences

authors： Fields LM,Calvert JD

更新日期：2015-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Among 448 patients with obstructive sleep apnea-hypopnea syndrome (OSAHS), 40 patients (8.9%) had been involved in one or more automobile accidents during the preceding 5 years. The main cause of these accidents was falling asleep while driving. Excessive sleepiness during driving was associated with an Epworth sleepi...

journal_title：Psychiatry and clinical neurosciences

authors： Shiomi T,Arita AT,Sasanabe R,Banno K,Yamakawa H,Hasegawa R,Ozeki K,Okada M,Ito A

更新日期：2002-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：AIM:The aim of this study was to examine over a 12-month post-intervention period whether the participation of community-living individuals with mental illness in cognitive behavioral group therapy for recovery of self-esteem (CBGTRS) resulted in improved outcomes. METHODS:This was a non-randomized controlled trial. T...

journal_title：Psychiatry and clinical neurosciences

authors： Kunikata H,Yoshinaga N,Nakajima K

更新日期：2016-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The present study was aimed to clarify the differences in clinical implications between wrist- and arm-cutting. Subjects were 201 delinquent adolescents (178 males and 23 females) who had been admitted to a detention center from February to March 2003. A self-reporting questionnaire and the Adolescent Dissociative Exp...

journal_title：Psychiatry and clinical neurosciences

authors： Matsumoto T,Yamaguchi A,Chiba Y,Asami T,Iseki E,Hirayasu Y

更新日期：2004-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：AIMS:Near-infrared spectroscopy has the potential for aiding the diagnosis of major depressive disorder. The purpose of this study was to systematically review the evidence from observational studies regarding the use of near-infrared spectroscopy in patients with major depressive disorder and to identify the character...

journal_title：Psychiatry and clinical neurosciences

authors： Zhang H,Dong W,Dang W,Quan W,Tian J,Chen R,Zhan S,Yu X

更新日期：2015-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：AIMS:Suicide is a leading cause of death among Japanese college and university students. Gatekeeper-training programs have been shown to improve detection and referral of individuals who are at risk of suicide by training non-mental-health professional persons. However, no studies have investigated the effectiveness of...

journal_title：Psychiatry and clinical neurosciences

authors： Hashimoto N,Suzuki Y,Kato TA,Fujisawa D,Sato R,Aoyama-Uehara K,Fukasawa M,Asakura S,Kusumi I,Otsuka K

更新日期：2016-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The aim of this study is to show the clinical significance of the differences in arousal response at a termination of apnea/hypopnea between aged and middle-aged patients with obstructive sleep apnea syndrome (OSAS). We polygraphically assessed electrocardiographic (ECG) and electroencephalographic (EEG) arousal. Elec...

journal_title：Psychiatry and clinical neurosciences

authors： Okada T,Hanyu M,Noda A,Kayukawa Y,Ohta T

更新日期：1998-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Five hundred and twelve students aged from 6 to 18 years were administered the morningness-eveningness questionnaire and a sleep log. The mean morningness-eveningness score decreased with grade; this decrease was significant around the seventh grade. The habitual waking time showed no difference among grades but the h...

journal_title：Psychiatry and clinical neurosciences

authors： Shinkoda H,Matsumoto K,Park YM,Nagashima H

更新日期：2000-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：AIM:Impulsivity, which significantly affects social adaptation, is an important target behavioral characteristic in interventions for attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). Typically, people are willing to wait longer to acquire greater rewards. Impulsivity in ADHD may be associated with brain dysfunction in ...

journal_title：Psychiatry and clinical neurosciences

authors： Todokoro A,Tanaka SC,Kawakubo Y,Yahata N,Ishii-Takahashi A,Nishimura Y,Kano Y,Ohtake F,Kasai K

更新日期：2018-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Antiepileptic drugs (AED) were discontinued in 55 epileptics who had been free from seizures treated with AED, in accordance with the following criteria and procedures. (i) A reduction in AED commences when patients have been free from seizures for at least 2 years and epileptic discharges have also disappeared in rep...

journal_title：Psychiatry and clinical neurosciences

authors： Nakazawa Y,Ishida S,Maeda H,Sakurai S,Motooka H

更新日期：1995-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We examined the differences between the results of an automatic sleep analysis system and inspection decision. Subjects were 10 males (average age 21.6 years). One section consists of 20 s records. The sections that deviated from the algorithm could not be decided. Each sleep stage decided by automatic analysis was co...

journal_title：Psychiatry and clinical neurosciences

authors： Hashizume Y,Kuwahara H,Uchimura N,Mukai M,Shirakawa S,Satomura T,Takeuchi N,Tanaka J,Maeda H

更新日期：2001-06-01 00:00:00