Addictive substances are prevalent world-wide, and their use presents a substantial persistent public health problem. A wide range of digital interventions to decrease negative consequences thereof have been explored, differing in approach, theoretical grounding, specific technologies, more. The current study was designed comprehensively map the recent (2015-2022) extant literature systematic manner, identify neglected emerging knowledge gaps. Four major databases (Medline, Web Science Core...

Background The Internet has increasingly been studied as mode of delivery for interventions targeting problematic alcohol use. Most have fully automated, but some research suggests that adding counselor guidance may improve consumption outcomes. Methods An eight-module Internet-based self-help program based on cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) was tested among help-seekers. Eighty participants with use according to the Alcohol Use Disorders Identification Test (AUDIT; scores ≥ 6 women and 8...

OBJECTIVE To evaluate the effectiveness of vestibular rehabilitation combined with cognitive behavioral therapy in treatment dizziness older people. STUDY DESIGN AND SETTING A randomized controlled design was used patients recruited via an advertisement. Nine completed and 10 served as waiting‐list controls. The intervention lasted 7 weeks 5 weekly group sessions consisted exercises. Cognitive components were added to promote relaxation, reduce anxiety, avoidance feared situations movements....

A small group of frequent visitors to emergency departments accounts for a disproportional large number total department visits. Previous interventions in this population have shown mixed results.To determine whether nurse-managed telephone-based case-management intervention can reduce healthcare utilization and improve self-assessed health status users.We carried out Zelen-design randomized-controlled trial among patients who were identified as users (≥ 3 visits during the 6 months before...

<b><i>Background/Aims:</i></b> Most problematic alcohol users never seek professional help to reduce their use, and Web-based interventions might fulfill users' unmet needs for support. <b><i>Methods:</i></b> This randomized controlled trial compared two open interventions, one extended self-help program brief screening feedback intervention, with an assessment-only control group. Participants were 633 Internet seekers at least hazardous use...

Abstract Background and aims Most people with alcohol use disorder (AUD) are never treated. Internet‐based interventions effective in reducing consumption could help to overcome some of the barriers not seeking or receiving treatment. The aim current study was compare internet‐delivered face‐to‐face treatment among adult users AUD. Design Randomized controlled non‐inferiority trial a parallel design, comparing cognitive–behavioural therapy (ICBT) ( n = 150) CBT 151), at 3‐ 6‐month...

Background Alcohol use is a major contributor to health loss. Many persons with harmful or alcohol dependence do not obtain treatment because of limited availability stigma. They may internet-based interventions as an alternative way obtaining support. Internet-based have previously been shown be effective in reducing consumption studies that included hazardous use; however, few conducted specific focus on dependence. The importance therapist guidance cognitive behavioral therapy (ICBT)...

Abstract Depression is one of the most common psychiatric conditions. Given its high prevalence and disease burden, accurate diagnostic procedures valid instruments are warranted to identify those in need treatment. The Patient Health Questionnaire-9 (PHQ-9) widely used self-report measures depression, validity reliability has been evaluated several languages. However, Swedish translation yet not subject psychometric evaluation, no previous evaluation instrument have both Rasch analysis...

This study addresses the challenge of balancing ecosystem needs with rapid urban expansion by evaluating relatively new phenomenon in Sweden Stormwater Parks. These blue-green infrastructure parks are proposed as solutions for flooding and water pollution enhancing services creating green recreational spaces. However, it is crucial to assess potential pitfalls any type infrastructure, well evaluate effects from a multispecies justice perspective. presents novel mixed methods approach...

AbstractThe endogenous production of carbon monoxide (V˘O) was found to increase by 68 (range 16–150) per cent over baseline level after caloric restriction (380 kcal/36 h) in 8 healthy adults. Total serum bilirubin increased 50 (0–150) cent. No changes were seen total body heme, haptoglobin, or iron. Even though two cases with chronic unconjugated hyperbilirubinemia showed a more marked restriction, their V˙O within the range adults.Key Words: Bilirubincarbon monoxidefastingheme metabolism

This observational study examined user characteristics, intervention use patterns, and variables associated with reductions in alcohol consumption for anonymous Internet help-seekers using a Web-based self-help program.A cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) program eight modules delivered over 10 weeks was offered to participants at least hazardous of according the Alcohol Use Disorders Identification Test (AUDIT) (n = 4165). At baseline 10-week follow-up, completed Timeline-followback (TLFB),...

Internet-based treatment has emerged as a cost-effective option for reaching people who different reasons are not reached by traditional treatment. problematic alcohol use, specifically, been found to show results on par with other forms of However, in-depth knowledge users' experiences is required understand what works, and needs further development. The aim this study investigate the help-seeking motives among users an internet-based service well support available through service.The...

Most alcohol-dependent people have a moderate level of dependence. General practitioners (GPs) hesitate to engage in this area, and need access treatment they find applicable feasible use. The aim present study was test if an open-ended internet-based cognitive-behavioral therapy (iCBT) program added treatment-as-usual (TAU) is more effective than TAU-only for patients primary care.The two-group, parallel, randomized controlled superiority trial comparing iCBT+TAU versus at 3- 12-month...

Community Reinforcement Approach and Family Training (CRAFT) is a support program for concerned significant others (CSOs) to identified persons (IPs) with alcohol use disorders, the purpose of engaging IPs treatment improve CSO functioning. The present study was investigate efficacy an internet-based version CRAFT (iCRAFT).Randomized controlled trial comparing iCRAFT wait-list (WL) condition nation-wide uptake in Sweden. A total 94 CSOs refusing IP, who described IP according DSM-IV criteria...

Abstract Background The aim of this study was to investigate the effects a web-based treatment program with therapist guidance for adults and adolescents regular cannabis use from general population. Methods A double blinded randomized controlled trial parallel group design conducted (intervention n = 151, wait-list control 152). Follow-up 12 weeks commencement 13-module intervention. primary outcome frequency use. Time by interaction were modeled using generalized estimated equations...

Abstract Background The aim of this investigation was to examine the longitudinal association between change in insomnia status and development anxiety depression general population. Methods A survey mailed 5000 randomly selected individuals (aged 18–70 years) two Swedish counties. After 6 months, a follow-up sent those ( n = 2333) who answered first questionnaire. completed by 1887 (80.9%). consisted questions indexing symptomatology, socio-demographic parameters, Hospital Anxiety...

Abstract Introduction The treatment gap for addictive disorders is one of the largest in health care. Several studies have investigated barriers to different disorders, but very few conducted explored whether differ depending on substance or behavior if they are common among all disorders. In Sweden, addiction care provided both by healthcare and social services, where latter common, also less popular. To our knowledge, there no exploring given. Aim aim was thoroughly explore which general...

One of the main components and reasons for success Massive Multiplayer Online Games genre (MMOG) is that these games are seen as arenas social interaction. The focus this paper ...

This empirical study focuses on online collaboration and social interaction in temporary group formations. A case of a massive multiplayer game World Warcraft explores these issues. Within this context little attention has been paid to groups. The phenomenon is analyzed using data complemented with interview data, forum consideration design. We found two main types interaction, sociable instrumental, but investment the situation was exceedingly little. conclude that low levels observed are...

A simulator for virtual radiographic examinations was developed. In the environment, user can perform and analyze of patient models without use ionizing radiation. We investigated if this simulation technique could improve education radiology technology students. compared student performance in assessment image quality after training with a conventional manikin or radiography simulator.A randomized controlled experimental study involving 31 first-year students performed. It organized 4...

Internet interventions have been developed and tested for several psychiatric somatic conditions. Few people with substance use disorders receive treatment many drug users say that they would prefer getting help from online tools. are effective reducing alcohol cannabis use. The aim of the current study is to understand differences between internet-based face-to-face problematic concept alliance will be used as a theoretical frame understanding treatment, perceived by therapists. has...

Levels of the serum lipoproteins (HDL, LDL and VLDL) lipids in fetal, neonatal pregnant rat were measured using electrophoretic, immunological biochemical methods. The results compared to those adult rat. In fetal at end gestation, lipoprotein pattern was dominated by (beta-lipoprotein). Fetal HDL (alpha-lipoprotein) occurred a low concentration showed lower proportion cholesterol higher triglycerides than did serum. VLDL (pre-beta-lipoprotein) present only very concentrations. suckling rats...

Abstract Aim: To test the validity and reliability of a Swedish version Non‐Communicating Children’s Pain Checklist – Postoperative Version (NCCPC‐PV). Methods: Thirty‐two consecutive children/adolescents (2–20 years age) with cognitive impairment no verbal communication from four habilitation centres were admitted to study. Each child’s behaviour was observed by parent or caregiver physiotherapist in two calm painful situations within everyday life. The raters independently assessed graded...