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Correlates of adherence to antipsychotic Medications in Patients with Schizophrenia and Bipolar Disorders Open
Introduction The World Health Organization defines non-adherence to treatment as “a situation where an individual’s medication-taking behavior diverges from the agreed recommendations of healthcare professionals”. Individuals with psychiat…
Delayed diagnosis of Visual Snow Syndrome due to misdiagnosis as conversion disorder : a rare case report Open
Introduction Visual snow syndrome (VSS) is a rare condition that presents as a form continuous visual disturbance that occupies the entire visual field, described as tiny flickering dots. Although VSS might be expressed in patients with mi…
Association between G6PD deficiency and schizophrenia A case report Open
Introduction G6PD is essential for the production of NADPH, which is a cofactor for many enzymes involved in antioxidant defense and neurotransmitter synthesis. A deficiency in this enzyme could lead to increased oxidative stress, impaired…
Cross-cultural comparison of mental illness stigma : A Multinational Population-Based Study from 16 Arab Countries and 10,036 Individuals Open
Introduction Attitudes toward people with mental disorders in Arab countries have undergone huge transformations throughout history. Stigmatization of the mentally ill has been a long tradition in our communities. The public’s views have e…
Hetero agressive behavior in bipolar disorder : about 30 cases Open
Introduction The social representations linked to bipolar disorder remain until today marked by unpredictability, danger and aggressiveness. Objectives The objectives of this study were to identify clinical and socio-demographic characteri…
Isolated rhabdomyolysis caused by olanzapine: About a clinical case Open
Introduction Atypical anti-psychotics are increasingly prescribed, given their tolerance. Among these anti-psychotic olanzapine, known for its adverse metabolic effects. By against an adverse event type rhabdomyolysis with olanzapine appea…