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Newest firstPurpose: The purpose of this study was to estimate the short-term pre-post change in cannabis risk knowledge after a brief curriculum-integrated school intervention delivered under routine educational conditions. Methods: This was a quasi-experimental single-group pre-post study without a control group in a secondary education setting (n = 151; ages 15-17). Intervention Three standardized 1 h classroom sessions de…
Open article record in new tab ↗Background/Objectives: This systematic review aims to synthesize existing evidence on the impact of nursing interventions based on Watson's Theory of Human Caring (THC) on women's mental health and to provide an evidence-based framework for clinical practice. Methods: The review followed the PRISMA guidelines and was registered in the PROSPERO database (Registration No: CRD420251111577). A comprehensive literature…
Open article record in new tab ↗Highlights What are the main findings? Anxiety is prevalent in both recreational and medical cannabis users with both groups endorsing clinically significant anxiety levels.Qualitative analyses revealed the anxiolytic and anxiogenic experiences of anxiety extended beyond traditional binary diagnostic categories and supports the use of the Research Domain Criteria (RDoC) framework as a valuable approach for underst…
Open article record in new tab ↗Aim: There is an urgent need for systematic and well-designed studies to clarify the role of systemic inflammatory parameters, especially the neutrophil-lymphocyte-ratio (NLR), in the pathophysiology and clinical management of unregulated substance addiction. This review aims to synthesize current evidence on the relationship between unregulated substance addiction and systemic inflammatory parameters, focusing sp…
Open article record in new tab ↗Background/Objectives: This study examined the specific vulnerabilities and experiences of persons with disabilities (PwDs) regarding sexual violence (SV) in Belgium. Methods: Data were drawn from the nationally representative UN-MENAMAIS survey (n = 4944), which included adults aged 16-99 years. SV was assessed using behaviourally specific questions based on validated international instruments. Logistic regressio…
Open article record in new tab ↗HIV disproportionately affects key populations (MSM, transgender people, sex workers and psychoactive substance users), who face greater social vulnerability and limited healthcare access. This study aimed at analyzing sexual orientation and gender identity and their association with sexual practices, sexually transmitted infections and psychoactive substance use among PrEP users. Method: A cross-sectional study w…
Open article record in new tab ↗Background: Sleep difficulty is common in the current society. Poor sleep has a significant influence on health, social interactions and even mortality; therefore, maintaining good sleep is of prime importance. Cannabidiol (CBD), a cannabis-derived compound, is known for its medical significance with many positive effects in humans, including decreasing anxiety and improving sleep for those with sleep disorders. O…
Open article record in new tab ↗Introduction The global use of medical cannabis is steadily increasing. In Poland, medical cannabis was legalised in 2017; however, its use remains limited and not widely integrated into clinical practice. This study aimed to explore the attitudes, concerns, and beliefs of pharmacists and pharmacy students regarding the medical use of cannabis. Methods A study was conducted in 2021 among 422 pharmacists and pharma…
Open article record in new tab ↗Background/Objectives: There is limited research on vaping during pregnancy and the postpartum period. Amid the legalization of cannabis in Canada, and evolving patterns of nicotine use, there is a growing need to understand how women experience using nicotine and cannabis vaping during pregnancy and postpartum. This information is essential to inform both women and healthcare providers (HCPs) and to develop resou…
Open article record in new tab ↗Background/Objectives: Sexual attitudes, particularly those on the erotophilia (positive openness) to erotophobia (negative fear) scales, play a critical role in shaping behaviors and health decisions. While associations between sexual behavior and substance use have been documented, limited research has explored how sexual attitudes relate to mental health and substance use among Latin American university populat…
Objective: To scope the available literature on antipsychotic treatment in substance-induced psychotic disorders, summarize evidence across substance categories, and highlight priorities for future research. Methods: This scoping review followed Arksey and O'Malley's framework and PRISMA-ScR guidelines. A systematic search of PubMed, Scopus, Embase, PsycINFO, and Cochrane Library (January 1985-August 2025) identif…
Open article record in new tab ↗Substance use disorders (SUDs) are widely prevalent in many countries, with the highest rates observed in nicotine and alcohol use, followed by opioid and cannabis use disorders. Within the field of SUDs, nutrition has become an increasingly important area of focus in both epidemiology and public health, as malnutrition is frequently observed among individuals affected by these disorders. Research indicates that p…
Background and Objectives: The worldwide shift toward psychiatric deinstitutionalization has aimed to enhance patient autonomy, social integration, and overall quality of life. However, limited studies have examined how concurrent substance use-particularly alcohol, marijuana, and inhalable drugs-affects clinical outcomes in these populations. This study aimed to evaluate psychiatric patients with varying degrees…
Open article record in new tab ↗Background: Tobacco use remains a major public health concern among young adults and is often complicated by co-occurring addictive behaviors. Objective: This study analyzed motivation for change, assessed with the decisional balance framework, in relation to multiple addictions among young smokers seeking treatment. Methods: Ninety-eight participants from the University of Granada enrolled in either an app-based…
Open article record in new tab ↗Background: Treatment dropout in substance use disorder (SUD) programs poses a significant challenge to achieving successful outcomes and leads to legal and financial issues. Socioeconomic factors have been identified as key contributors to treatment attrition; yet, the specific impact of patients' socioeconomic conditions remains underexplored. The purpose of this study is to examine the relationship between soci…
Open article record in new tab ↗Background A large number of substance use disorders are increasingly associated with complex clinical presentations and unknown mental and medical risks, presenting a growing challenge for mental health worldwide. Research exploring the interplay between substance use and psychiatric disorders remains limited in Eastern Europe. Objectives We investigated the demographic and clinical features of 203 patients admit…
Open article record in new tab ↗Background: Agitation is a frequent and challenging symptom in schizophrenia and bipolar disorder, characterized by heightened motor activity, emotional distress, and potential aggression. This symptom is most observed during acute episodes, representing a significant burden on patients, caregivers, and healthcare systems. Agitation is a leading cause of emergency department visits and psychiatric hospitalizations…
Open article record in new tab ↗Background and Objectives: The impact of lifestyle on lower urinary tract symptoms has been deeply evaluated in recent years; however, studies in the young population are missing. The aim of this study is to evaluate the impact of alcohol intake, tobacco and cannabinoid smoking, physical activity, and dietary regime on urinary symptoms and sexual function in young adults under 30 years of age. Methods: A prospecti…
Open article record in new tab ↗Introduction: Social sustainability is deeply connected to the well-being of marginalized groups, and it is important to highlight how mental health impacts the social inclusion of homeless individuals, particularly veterans. Homelessness is a growing global issue, disproportionately affecting U.S. veterans, with mental health challenges playing a significant role in its onset and perpetuation. Purpose: This study…
Open article record in new tab ↗The widespread use of novel psychoactive substances (NPSs)-defined as new narcotic or psychotropic agents not classified under the Single Convention on Narcotic Drugs of 1961 or the Convention on Psychotropic Substances of 1971-poses a significant challenge to contemporary mental health paradigms due to their impact on psychiatric disorders. This study revisits and expands upon the theory of mental automatism as p…
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