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View article: A systematic review of qualitative research on the physical and mental health impacts of immigration detention on asylum seekers and refugees
A systematic review of qualitative research on the physical and mental health impacts of immigration detention on asylum seekers and refugees Open
Globally, the number of refugees and asylum seekers has reached unprecedented levels, prompting many host countries to adopt immigration detention as a strategy to deter unauthorised arrivals. While previous studies have largely used quant…
View article: The Role of Age at Onset on the Clinical Course and Biochemical Parameters of Anorexia Nervosa
The Role of Age at Onset on the Clinical Course and Biochemical Parameters of Anorexia Nervosa Open
Background: Anorexia nervosa (AN) has the highest mortality rate among psychiatric disorders, making early diagnosis and tailored management crucial. This study aimed to evaluate the impact of age at onset (AAO)—childhood/adolescence versu…
View article: Immigration detention of children: a systematic review and meta-analysis of physical and mental health impacts
Immigration detention of children: a systematic review and meta-analysis of physical and mental health impacts Open
Upper-middle and high income countries employ immigration detention for asylum-seeking/refugee (ASR) children despite documented health risks. We sought to assess the physical and mental health impacts of detention on ASR children in these…
View article: The Role of Age at Onset on the Clinical Course and Biochemical Parameters of Anorexia Nervosa
The Role of Age at Onset on the Clinical Course and Biochemical Parameters of Anorexia Nervosa Open
Anorexia nervosa (AN) has the highest mortality rate among psychiatric disorders, mak-ing early diagnosis and appropriate management essential. This study aims to investigate the impact of age at onset (AAO) - childhood/adolescence vs adul…
View article: The Role of Duration of Untreated Illness (DUI) on the Course and Biochemical Parameters of Female Patients Affected by Anorexia Nervosa
The Role of Duration of Untreated Illness (DUI) on the Course and Biochemical Parameters of Female Patients Affected by Anorexia Nervosa Open
Objective Anorexia nervosa (AN) presents the highest rate of mortality among psychiatric disorders, making an early diagnosis and proper management essential. The purpose of the study was to investigate the role of duration of untreated il…
View article: Effectiveness of Yoga as a Complementary Therapy for Anorexia Nervosa: A Systematic Review
Effectiveness of Yoga as a Complementary Therapy for Anorexia Nervosa: A Systematic Review Open
Anorexia nervosa (AN) is a severe psychiatric condition associated with high disability and mortality. The purpose of the present manuscript is to critically summarize evidence about the effectiveness of yoga for this condition. A bibliogr…
View article: Clinical Factors Associated with Binge-Eating Episodes or Purging Behaviors in Patients Affected by Eating Disorders: A Cross-Sectional Study
Clinical Factors Associated with Binge-Eating Episodes or Purging Behaviors in Patients Affected by Eating Disorders: A Cross-Sectional Study Open
The aim of the present study was to investigate the potential associations between clinical/socio-demographic variables and the presence of purging/binge-eating episodes in eating disorders (EDs). Clinical/socio-demographic variables and p…
View article: The Impact of Clinical Factors, Vitamin B12 and Total Cholesterol on Severity of Anorexia Nervosa: A Multicentric Cross-Sectional Study
The Impact of Clinical Factors, Vitamin B12 and Total Cholesterol on Severity of Anorexia Nervosa: A Multicentric Cross-Sectional Study Open
Severe forms of Anorexia Nervosa (AN) are characterized by medical complications, psychiatric comorbidity, and high mortality. This study investigated potential associations between clinical/biological factors and the severity of AN, measu…
View article: The Impact of the COVID-19 Pandemic on Binge Eating Disorder: A Systematic Review
The Impact of the COVID-19 Pandemic on Binge Eating Disorder: A Systematic Review Open
The aim of this systematic review was to synthesise the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on binge eating disorder (BED) the new onset and course. Inclusion criteria: original articles and BED diagnosis; and the main outcomes: relationships …
View article: Psychiatric hospitalization among offenders: a retrospective study in the acute psychiatric ward in Monza, Italy
Psychiatric hospitalization among offenders: a retrospective study in the acute psychiatric ward in Monza, Italy Open
Introduction The closure of forensic psychiatric hospitals and the conversion to a residential model of care based on secure residential units in the community (REMS) has made Italy the first and only country in the world to have followed …
View article: Clinical and Peripheral Biomarkers in Female Patients Affected by Anorexia: Does the Neutrophil/Lymphocyte Ratio (NLR) Affect Severity?
Clinical and Peripheral Biomarkers in Female Patients Affected by Anorexia: Does the Neutrophil/Lymphocyte Ratio (NLR) Affect Severity? Open
Anorexia Nervosa (AN) is a disabling disorder characterized by extreme weight loss and frequent chronicization, especially in its most severe forms. This condition is associated with a pro-inflammatory state; however, the role of immunity …
View article: Candidate Biological Markers for Social Anxiety Disorder: A Systematic Review
Candidate Biological Markers for Social Anxiety Disorder: A Systematic Review Open
Social anxiety disorder (SAD) is a common psychiatric condition associated with a high risk of psychiatric comorbidity and impaired social/occupational functioning when not promptly treated. The identification of biological markers may fac…
View article: Quality of life in people with gender incongruence: which role of hormone/surgical gender affirmative treatments?
Quality of life in people with gender incongruence: which role of hormone/surgical gender affirmative treatments? Open
View article: Which clinical and biological factors are associated with severity of anorexia nervosa? A multicentric cross-sectional study
Which clinical and biological factors are associated with severity of anorexia nervosa? A multicentric cross-sectional study Open
View article: Candidate biological markers for Social Anxiety Disorder: a systematic review
Candidate biological markers for Social Anxiety Disorder: a systematic review Open