A5074234625- Hepatitis C virus research
- Hepatitis B Virus Studies
- Liver Disease Diagnosis and Treatment
- Substance Abuse Treatment and Outcomes
- Alcohol Consumption and Health Effects
- Systemic Sclerosis and Related Diseases
- Posttraumatic Stress Disorder Research
- Opioid Use Disorder Treatment
- Aging, Elder Care, and Social Issues
- Disaster Response and Management
- Eating Disorders and Behaviors
- Genetic Associations and Epidemiology
- Health disparities and outcomes
- Workaholism, burnout, and well-being
- HIV, Drug Use, Sexual Risk
- Sleep and related disorders
- 14-3-3 protein interactions
- Child and Adolescent Psychosocial and Emotional Development
- Reading and Literacy Development
- Educational Strategies and Epistemologies
- Media Influence and Health
- Agriculture and Farm Safety
- Communication in Education and Healthcare
- Health Systems, Economic Evaluations, Quality of Life
- Sleep and Work-Related Fatigue
University of Iceland
1990-2024
Society of Alcoholism and other Addictions
2008-2022
National University Hospital of Iceland
2016-2017
General Electric (Norway)
2017
National Center for PTSD
2016
VA Boston Healthcare System
2016
Boston University
2016
University School
2016
Harvard University
2016
Medical University of South Carolina
2016
Abstract We use polygenic risk scores (PRSs) for schizophrenia (SCZ) and bipolar disorder (BPD) to predict smoking, addiction nicotine, alcohol or drugs in individuals not diagnosed with psychotic disorders. Using PRSs 144 609 subjects, including 10 036 admitted in‐patient treatment 35 754 smokers, we find that diagnoses of various substance disorders smoking associate strongly SCZ ( P = 5.3 × −50 –1.4 −6 ) BPD 1.7 −9 –1.9 −3 ), showing shared genetic etiology between psychosis addiction....
Abstract A nationwide programme for the treatment of all patients infected with hepatitis C virus ( HCV ) was launched in Iceland January 2016. By providing universal access to direct‐acting antiviral agents entire patient population, two key aims project were (i) offer a cure and thus reduce long‐term sequelae chronic C, (ii) domestic incidence population by 80% prior WHO goal elimination year 2030. An important part is that vast majority cases will be treated within 36 months from launch...
This article describes psychometric testing of an Icelandic adaptation the Adult Reading History Questionnaire (ARHQ), designed to detect a history reading difficulties indicative dyslexia. Tested in large and diverse sample 2,187 adults, demonstrated internal consistency reliability (Cronbach’s alpha = .92) test–retest ( r .93). Validity was established by comparing scores adults who as children received ICD-10 diagnoses specific disorder (F81.0; n 419) those defined nondyslexics 679). ROC...
Limited data exist on the association between trauma and sleep across developmental stages, particularly experienced in childhood adulthood. We assessed quality spectrum among avalanche survivors 16 years after exposure as compared to a matched comparison cohort.Participants were of two avalanche-affected towns (n = 286) inhabitants non-exposed 357). Symptoms with respect survivors' stage at time disaster: (2-12), adolescence (13-19), young adult (20-39), (≥ 40). The Posttraumatic Diagnostic...
Abstract Background The Treatment as Prevention for Hepatitis C program started in 2016 Iceland, offering treatment with direct-acting antivirals to hepatitis virus (HCV)-infected individuals. Reinfections through injection drug use (IDU) can hamper elimination efforts. We determined reinfection rates of HCV among patients the program. Methods Clinical data were gathered prospectively. study cohort consisted HCV-cured an estimated sustained virologic response between 1 February and 20...
Objective: To determine the differences in lifetime alcohol intake (LAI) and drinking patterns between patients with alcoholic liver disease (ALD) use disorder (AUD) without notable injury males females ALD.Methods: Alcohol were assessed using Lifetime Drinking History (LDH) a validated questionnaire, during an outpatient visit. Patients AUD, currently addiction treatment, matched for gender age (±5 years) ALD group.Results: A total of 39 (26 13 females; median 58) equal number AUD included...
Explore the efficacy of extended-release injectable naltrexone (XR-NTX) for preventing relapse to amphetamine use.
BackgroundEvery year a substantial number of children are affected by natural disasters worldwide. However, data scarce on long-term psychological impact children's health. Identifying risk factors and outcomes associated with the sequelae posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) can provide gateway to recovery as well enhancement preventive measures.ObjectiveAmong childhood avalanche survivors, we aimed investigate for PTSD symptoms relationship between socioeconomic status (SES) in...
Abstract Background Mental health challenges are on the rise worldwide. In Iceland, little is known about sociodemographic factors associated with poor mental health. This study aimed to investigate symptoms of depression, anxiety, stress, and psychiatric medication for disorders in a nationally representative sample Iceland explore its associations factors. Methods Icelandic cross-sectional ‘Health Wellbeing Icelanders’ was conducted 2017 included 9,887 randomly chosen adults. Participants’...
A connection between humor and health outcomes is widely assumed but has been understudied, particularly in clinical populations. The use of as a coping mechanism suggested potential predictor quality life (QOL) chronic disease. This study assessed the relationship physical/mental variables longitudinal individuals with systemic sclerosis (SSc), progressive rheumatic disease that can be fatal severe cases. It was hypothesized (HC) would inversely associated severity, pain, disability,...
To examine lifetime drinking patterns in men and women with alcohol-induced pancreatitis (AIP) comparison patients alcoholic use disorder (AUD) without pancreatic disease.Alcohol consumption were assessed using a validated questionnaire, the Lifetime Drinking History (LDH), during an outpatient visit. Patients diagnosed AIP matched for gender age (+/- 5 years) AUD addiction treatment.A total of 45 (35 males, 10 females) included. Alcohol not significantly different between males females...
Methods: Participants were 68 schoolchildren, 6–7, 10–11, and 14–15 years of age, their parents. Cognitive developmental level understanding physical illness assessed within a Piagetian framework. In addition, experience behaviors (Child Illness Behavior Questionnaire) assessed.
Few natural disaster studies have assessed factors associated with posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) beyond a decade after trauma. Using North's model as framework, the aim of this study was to identify clinically significant symptoms (CS-PTSDS) in avalanche survivors (n = 399) 16 years disaster. Completed self-report questionnaires were received from 286 (72%) survivors. CS-PTSDS Posttraumatic Diagnostic Scale. Predictors multivariate analysis secondary sequelae lack social support...