- Uterine Myomas and Treatments
- Reproductive tract infections research
- Cholangiocarcinoma and Gallbladder Cancer Studies
- Gynecological conditions and treatments
- Schizophrenia research and treatment
- Gambling Behavior and Treatments
- Autism Spectrum Disorder Research
- Substance Abuse Treatment and Outcomes
- Advanced X-ray and CT Imaging
- Medical Imaging Techniques and Applications
- Urinary Tract Infections Management
- Peptidase Inhibition and Analysis
- Bipolar Disorder and Treatment
- Bacterial Identification and Susceptibility Testing
- Plant and fungal interactions
- Sleep and Wakefulness Research
- Cancer Mechanisms and Therapy
- Intimate Partner and Family Violence
- Genetic Associations and Epidemiology
- CNS Lymphoma Diagnosis and Treatment
- Diabetes Treatment and Management
- Family Support in Illness
- MRI in cancer diagnosis
- Drug Transport and Resistance Mechanisms
- Cardiac Arrhythmias and Treatments
Okayama Psychiatric Medical Center
2014-2024
Okayama University
2002-2022
Obihiro University of Agriculture and Veterinary Medicine
2021
King's College London
2018
Nippon Life Hospital
2011-2013
Kobe University
2011-2013
Kumamoto Medical Center
2006
Nissan Chemical Corporation (Japan)
2006
Kumamoto University
2006
Mitsubishi Group (Japan)
1998-2004
The small G-protein ras-related C3 botulinum toxin substrate 1 (RAC1) plays various roles in mammalian cells, such as the regulation of cytoskeletal organisation, cell adhesion, migration and morphological changes. present study examines effects RAC1 ablation on pancreatic beta function. Isolated islets from cell-specific Rac1-knockout (betaRac1 −/−) mice knockdown INS-1 insulinoma cells treated with interfering RNA were used to investigate insulin secretion organisation cells. BetaRac1 −/−...
This study aimed to evaluate the anti-adiposity effect of heat-killed Lactobacillus brevis KB290 originating from traditional Japanese fermented pickles in mice fed a high-fat diet (HFD).C57BL/6J were normal-fat diet, HFD or supplemented with for 8 weeks. Epididymal and renal adipose tissue weights, as well areas epididymal adipocytes, significantly lower than those an unsupplemented HFD. Mice whose diets had elevated adiponectin β3-adrenergic receptor expression accompanying higher serum...
Despite the high prevalence of intimate partner violence (IPV) perpetration by men receiving substance use treatment, little is known about their help-seeking behaviors for IPV. A secondary analysis a mixed-methods study treatment who perpetrated IPV examined prevalence, characteristics, and barriers associated with disclosure help-seeking. In total, 170 were interviewed using structured questionnaire, subsample 20 in-depth experiences. Logistic regression determined variables Thematic...
Abstract Aim The objective of the current study was to identify risk factors that affect onset dependence and chronic psychosis due cannabis use. Methods We examined clinical genetic factors, psychiatric disorders prior use, starting age duration frequency types products used, combined use other psychoactive substances, diagnosis 71 patients with cannabis‐related who underwent treatment at nine mental health hospitals in Japan. Information collected from cross‐sectional interview surveys...
Abstract Background Gambling is a popular leisure activity in many countries, often expected to boost regional economies. Nevertheless, its negative impacts remain significant concern. disorder recognized as the most severe consequence; however, even non- or low-risk gamblers may also face impacts. This study aimed estimate number of Japanese experiencing gambling-related harm (GRH) and distribution across six life domains, financial, relational, emotional, health, social other aspects,...
Abstract Aim Studies show gambling disorders are associated with attention‐deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). The association between and autism spectrum (ASD) has not been well studied, although ASD is often comorbid ADHD gaming disorder. aim of this study was to estimate the prevalence traits examine relationships these problems in a clinical population. Methods This single‐site cross‐sectional conducted at Japanese addiction outpatient clinic treating disorders. Autism‐Spectrum...
The purpose of this symposium is to introduce Motivational Interviewing, which accomplished a great deal regarding what known about addiction therapy. It an innovative treatment method for alcohol or drug dependent people, was developed in the 1980's and emerged from evolutionary process cognitive behavioral first book on issue published by Miller Rollnick 1991. has given us opportunities help our clients engage their treatment, even when they have little motivation change. According...
Although research has proven motivational interviewing (MI) to be effective in addiction treatment, MI is not yet wildly used Japan. When I started the treatment of 2006, was our psychiatric medical center. thought would solve problems had clinical with people addiction. studied methods during seminars and workshops including one by William R. Miller. In center, over past 4 years, my colleagues have regularly held meetings where we role play therapist/client aspects once a month, as well...
Okayama psychiatric medical center started treating pathological gamblers in 2004. Our has an addiction ward with 50 beds and outpatient unit capable of 600 patients each year. Treatment for gambling been primarily the unit, providing treatment to co-morbid mental illnesses if necessary. Motivational interviewing is basic method intervention, encouraging participate anonymous or group therapy. Occasionally medication used, although it extremely limited. Previously, we conducted a...