Archive for Author: prince

Psychiatric morbidity in people with autoimmune arthritides as a model of inflammatory mechanisms in mental disorders

Background

Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) and axial spondyloarthritis (axSpA) are autoimmune illnesses characterised by chronic inflammation demonstrating differential associations with psychiatric conditions.

Objective

In this matched-cohort study, we aimed to investigate whether the associations between these inflammatory illnesses and mental disorders are predominantly...

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Future Proofing Study: a cluster randomised controlled trial evaluating the effectiveness of a universal school-based cognitive–behavioural programme for adolescent depression

Background

Psychological prevention programmes delivered in schools may reduce symptoms of depression. However, high-quality, large-scale trials are lacking.

Objective

The aim was to examine whether a digital cognitive–behavioural programme (‘SPARX'), delivered at scale in schools, would reduce depressive symptoms 12 months later.

Methods

A...

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Effectiveness of Self-Help Plus in its digital version in reducing anxiety and post-traumatic symptomatology among nursing home workers during the COVID-19 pandemic: secondary analysis of randomised controlled trial data

Background

Healthcare workers (HCWs) face substantial daily work-related pressures, leading to frequent reports of depression, anxiety and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) symptoms.

Objective

To compare the effects of Self-Help Plus in its digital version Doing What Matters in Times of Stress (DWM)...

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Turkey wrap

Dietitian’s tip: Make a tasty sandwich spread by mixing avocado and salsa. Number of servings Serves 4 Diabetes meal plan DASH diet Weight management Healthy-carb Ingredients 12 ounces sliced turkey (low-sodium) 1/4 cup avocado 1/4 cup salsa 2 whole-wheat...

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