A5035498460- Neuroethics, Human Enhancement, Biomedical Innovations
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
- Autism Spectrum Disorder Research
- Ethics in Clinical Research
- Psychology of Moral and Emotional Judgment
- Organ Donation and Transplantation
- Neurotransmitter Receptor Influence on Behavior
- Treatment of Major Depression
- Nicotinic Acetylcholine Receptors Study
- Palliative Care and End-of-Life Issues
- Science, Research, and Medicine
- Grief, Bereavement, and Mental Health
- Health Systems, Economic Evaluations, Quality of Life
- Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation Studies
- Neurological disorders and treatments
- Ethics in medical practice
- Cognitive Functions and Memory
- Substance Abuse Treatment and Outcomes
- Behavioral Health and Interventions
- Psychedelics and Drug Studies
- Innovations in Medical Education
- Empathy and Medical Education
- Memory and Neural Mechanisms
- Functional Brain Connectivity Studies
- Organ Transplantation Techniques and Outcomes
Deakin University
2019-2023
The University of Queensland
2013-2022
The University of Sydney
2017-2019
Sydney Local Health District
2018
Royal Brisbane and Women's Hospital
2016
Montreal Clinical Research Institute
2009-2014
McGill University
2012-2013
Université de Montréal
2008-2013
It is argued that food addiction explanations of obesity may reduce the significant stigma levelled at obese and overweight individuals. We surveyed 479 adults to determine prevalence in U.S. (n = 215) and, for first time, Australia 264) using Yale Food Addiction Scale (YFAS). also assessed level weight-based this population. The our Australian sample was 11%, similar participants consistent with previous studies. Those who met criteria diagnosis had a larger mean BMI (33.8 kg/m2) than those...
Background: There are reports that some university students using prescription stimulants for non-medical 'pharmaceutical cognitive enhancement (PCE)' to improve alertness, focus, memory, and mood in an attempt manage the demands of study at university. Purported demand PCEs academic contexts have been based on incomplete understandings student motivations, often untested assumptions about context within which used. They may represent attempts cope with biopsychosocial stressors life by...
Enhancing cognitive performance with substances–especially prescription drugs–is a fiercely debated topic among scholars and in the media. The empirical basis for these discussions is limited, given that actual nature of factors influence acceptability willingness to use enhancement substances remains unclear. In an online factorial survey, contextual substance-specific characteristics improve academic were varied experimentally presented respondents. Students four German universities rated...
Abstract Background Some countries have banned the sale of electronic nicotine delivery systems (ENDS). Aims We analyse ethical issues raised by this ban and various ways in which ENDS could be permitted. Method examine alternative policies terms degree to they respect principles autonomy, beneficence, non‐maleficence justice, as follows. Results Respect for autonomy: prohibiting infringes on smokers’ autonomy use a less harmful product while inconsistently allowing individuals begin...
Some university students consume pharmaceutical stimulants without a medical prescription with the goal of improving their academic performance. The prevalence this practice has been well documented in US, but less so other countries. potential harms using require better understanding within Australian universities.An internet survey 1136 was conducted 2015 three large universities. Students were asked about personal use stimulants, attitudes and experiences stimulants. They also caffeine,...
Various studies have reported that prescription stimulants (e.g., methylphenidate, dextroamphetamine mixed salts) and other neuropharmaceuticals modafinil) are used by some healthy individuals without diagnosed attention deficit disorder to enhance concentration, memory, alertness mood, a
Abstract In the last decade, an increasing number of studies have suggested that transcranial direct current stimulation (tDCS) may enhance brain function in healthy individuals and ameliorate cognitive other symptoms patients suffering from various medical conditions. This, along with its presumed safety, simplicity affordability, has generated great enthusiasm amongst researchers, clinicians, patient populations public (including a growing “do-it-yourself” community). However, discussion...
A recent discussion on cognitive enhancers has caused some controversy in the ethics and neuroscience fields by coming out favour of making neuropharmaceuticals with enhancing properties available for general consumption. We highlight this brief commentary why concerns regarding efficacy safety, demands resources, public health are substantive enough to warrant serious reconsideration before pharmaceutical performance enhancement can be widely supported.
The existence of diverging discourses in the media and academia on use prescription medications to improve cognition healthy individuals, i.e. "cognitive enhancement" (CE) creates need better understand perspectives from stakeholders. This qualitative focus-group study examined students, parents healthcare providers CE. Stakeholders expressed ambivalence regarding CE (i.e. reactions to, definitions of, risks, benefits). They were reluctant adopt analogies performance-enhancing steroids...
Background: The debate on the nonmedical use of prescription medication for enhancement cognitive function (e.g., attention, memory, concentration, vigilance), accompanied by heated public discussions in media, has spurred interest scholars and public. Methods: In this article, we present qualitative data from a focus-group study with university students, parents, health care providers. We identified ethical, social, legal issues related to methylphenidate (CE) closely examined positions...
Neuroscience research has been expanding, providing new insights into brain and nervous system function potentially transformative technological applications. In recent years, there a flurry of prominent international scientific academies intergovernmental organizations calling for engagement with different publics on social, ethical, regulatory issues related to neuroscience neurotechnology advances. Neuroscientific activities outputs are value-laden; they reflect the cultural, political...
Despite the many benefits of technological advancements, problematic use emerging technologies may lead to consumers experiencing harms. Substantial problems and behavioral addictions, such as gambling gaming disorders, are recognized be related Internet-based technologies, including myriad new devices platforms available. This review paper seeks explore risk-taking behaviors involving (e.g., online gaming, sexual behaviors, oversharing personal information via social networking sites) that...
Donepezil, an acetylcholinesterase inhibitor used in the treatment of Alzheimer's disease, has been widely cited media and bioethics literature on cognitive enhancement (CE) as having potential to improve ability healthy individuals. In both literatures, this claim repeatedly supported by results a small study published Yesavage et al. 2002 non-demented pilots (30-70 years old). The factors contributing specific interpretation study's are unclear.We examined print interdisciplinary coverage...