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Predicting PTSD and complex PTSD from interpersonal violence in Japanese school-based extracurricular sports activities: using the International Trauma Questionnaire (ITQ)
Authors: Toyoda Hayato , Ishikawa Katsuhiko , Omi Yasuhiro 
Published: December 2024

IntroductionVictims of interpersonal violence in sports show various mental health concerns. However, no studies have quantitatively examined their primary complaints, considering psychological symptoms such as denial of self-concept and interpersonal challenges not captured by conventional post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Recently, an association between interpersonal violence victimization and complex PTSD (CPTSD) has been noted in Japanese sports coaching situations, specifically for extracurricular sports activities. This study aimed to examine the applicability of the International Trauma Questionnaire (ITQ) and determine whether interpersonal violence victimization and related risk factors predicted PTSD and CPTSD in extracurricular sports activities in Japan.MethodsThis study included 651 adults aged 18–25 who had previously participated in extracurricular sports activities in junior high and high school. The ITQ was examined using confirmatory factor analysis with maximum likelihood with robust standard errors, fit indices comparisons, a graded response model, differential item functioning, and rank correlation designs. A binomial logistic regression model with robust standard errors examined the association of PTSD and CPTSD with interpersonal violence victimization and related risk factors.ResultsThe optimal factor structure, measurement precision, and validity of the ITQ were confirmed. Physical and psychological violence victimization and the ITQ were positively correlated with PTSD, difficulties in emotion regulation, self-disgust, and interpersonal problems subscales, respectively. A high frequency of psychological and physical violence victimization experiences and self-identified LGB (lesbian, gay, or bisexual) were associated with PTSD and CPTSD diagnosability. Additionally, being a woman and in school life away from parents were associated solely with PTSD diagnosability.DiscussionThis is the first quantitative study to examine CPTSD in a study on interpersonal violence in sports. Our findings can provide insights into desirable victim support and enhanced clinical care in interpersonal violence in a sports context.
Female and male treatable mortality: socioeconomic and public finance related factors across European countries
Authors: Tavares Aida Isabel 
Published: December 2024

BackgroundAbout 36.5% of premature deaths in European Union countries could have been avoided through prompt and effective medical treatment. This treatable mortality is even a priority established in Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) target 3.4. Given the gap in the literature about the socioeconomic drivers of this type of mortality, as well as the increasing importance of public financial management in defining priority policies, this study aims to analyze the socioeconomic and public finance drivers associated with treatable mortality for women and men across European countries.MethodsEurostat data is collected for 31 countries for the period 2011–2019 stratified by sex. Panel data quantile regression with fixed effects and conditional mean panel data model using feasible generalized least squares are estimated to explain treatable mortality in women and men.ResultsKey findings point to a positive association between the public finance indicator proxying health priority and the treatable mortality rate for both sexes; a difference between drivers of treatable mortality between men and women; and a different set of drivers across the different quantiles of treatable mortality.ConclusionDrivers of male and female treatable mortality may differ according to the country’s level of mortality rate. Government health priority seems to account for previous treatable mortality rates as a reactive measure. Policymakers aiming to reduce treatable mortality are likely to use instruments such as health expenditure, improved employment, education levels, and perhaps proactive policy-setting priorities concerning health.
The emotional path to influencing decision-making: harnessing emotions for better financial choices
Authors: Born Nadja , Ashebir Sophia , Brady Samantha , D'Ambrosio Lisa , Coughlin Joseph 
Published: December 2024

IntroductionAs life expectancy and expected years in retirement rise and family structures change, the need for personal financial protections, such as long term care (LTC) insurance, in managing financial risks associated with later life is expected to increase. Roughly half of American households are at risk of not being able to maintain their present standards of living post-retirement. Because both public and private health insurance programs typically do not cover LTC needs, which are associated with significant costs, the potential demand for LTC further exacerbates the retirement savings crisis.MethodsUsing an original survey experiment, in this high-powered study (N = 1,450), we examine the impact of a 2×3 framing intervention on participants' attitudes, emotions, and behavioral intentions toward LTC insurance.ResultsResults indicated that direct framing effects were present for people's reported emotions: those who received a loss frame (compared to a gain frame) were more likely to report anxiety-related emotions, and those who were exposed to a care choice narrative frame (compared to a family or a financial frame) were more likely to report calmness-related emotions. There were no significant interaction effects between loss/gain and narrative frames. A mediation analysis suggested that the framing impacts acted through these two different emotional pathways to yield more positive attitudes toward and behavioral intentions around LTC.ImplicationsThe study results underscore the need to examine how different frames affect emotional arousal as a potential pathway to impacting attitudes and behaviors. We found that both a loss framing and a narrative framing, operating through different emotional pathways, have the potential to be helpful to nudge people to hedge against a financial risk associated with older age.
Biopsy-Proven T-Cell Mediated Rejection After Belatacept Rescue Conversion: A Multicenter Retrospective Study
Authors: Bertrand Dominique , Chavarot Nathalie , Olagne Jérôme , Greze Clarisse , Gatault Philippe , Danthu Clément , Colosio Charlotte , Jaureguy Maïté , Duveau Agnès , Bouvier Nicolas , Le Meur Yannick , Golbin Léonard , Thervet Eric , Thierry Antoine , François Arnaud , Laurent Charlotte , Lemoine Mathilde , Anglicheau Dany , Guerrot Dominique 
Published: December 2024

After kidney transplantation, conversion to belatacept is a promising alternative in patients with poor graft function or intolerance to calcineurin inhibitors. The risk of acute rejection has not been well described under these conditions. Here we present a retrospective multicenter study investigating the occurrence of acute rejection after conversion in 901 patients (2011–2021). The incidence of cellular and humoral rejection was 5.2% and 0.9%, respectively. T-cell mediated rejection (TCMR) occurred after a median of 2.6 months after conversion. Out of 47 patients with TCMR, death-censored graft survival was 70.1%, 55.1% and 50.8% at 1 year, 3 years and 5 years post-rejection, respectively. Eight patients died after rejection, mainly from infectious diseases. We compared these 47 patients with a cohort of kidney transplant recipients who were converted to belatacept between 2011 and 2017 and did not develop rejection (n = 238). In multivariate analysis, shorter time between KT and conversion, and the absence of anti-thymocyte globulin induction after KT were associated with the occurrence of TCMR after belatacept conversion. The occurrence of rejection after conversion to belatacept appeared to be less frequent than with de novo use. Nevertheless, the risk of graft loss could be significant in patients with already low renal function.
Synthesis and Structure–Activity Relationship (SAR) Studies on New 4-Aminoquinoline-Hydrazones and Isatin Hybrids as Promising Antibacterial Agents
Authors: Ubaid Ayesha , Shakir Mohd. , Ali Asghar , Khan Sobia , Alrehaili Jihad , Anwer Razique , Abid Mohammad 
Published: December 2024

In response to the escalating crisis of antimicrobial resistance (AMR), there is an urgent need to research and develop novel antibiotics. This study presents the synthesis and assessment of innovative 4-aminoquinoline-benzohydrazide-based molecular hybrids bearing aryl aldehydes (HD1-23) and substituted isatin warheads (HS1-12), characterized using multispectroscopic techniques with high purity confirmed by HRMS. The compounds were evaluated against a panel of clinically relevant antibacterial strains including the Gram-positive Enterococcus faecium, Bacillus subtilis, and Staphylococcus aureus and a Gram-negative Pseudomonas aeruginosa bacterial strain. Preliminary screenings revealed that several test compounds had significant antimicrobial effects, with HD6 standing out as a promising compound. Additionally, HD6 demonstrated impressively low minimum inhibitory concentrations (MICs) in the range of (8–128 μg/mL) against the strains B. subtilis, S. aureus and P. aeruginosa. Upon further confirmation, HD6 not only showed bactericidal properties with low minimum bactericidal concentrations (MBCs) such as (8 μg/mL against B. subtilis) but also displayed a synergistic effect when combined with the standard drug ciprofloxacin (CIP), highlighted by its FICI value of (0.375) against P. aeruginosa, while posing low toxicity risk. Remarkably, HD6 also inhibited a multidrug-resistant (MDR) bacterial strain, marking it as a critical addition to our antimicrobial arsenal. Computation studies were performed to investigate the possible mechanism of action of the most potent hybrid HD6 on biofilm-causing protein (PDB ID: 7C7U). The findings suggested that HD6 exhibits favorable binding free energy, which is supported by the MD simulation studies, presumably responsible for the bacterial growth inhibition. Overall, this study provides a suitable core for further synthetic alterations for their optimization as an antibacterial agent.
Snakebites in Cameroon by Species Whose Effects Are Poorly Described
Authors: Chippaux Jean-Philippe , Madec Yoann , Amta Pierre , Ntone Rodrigue , Noël Gaëlle , Clauteaux Pedro , Boum Yap , Nkwescheu Armand S. , Taieb Fabien 
Published: December 2024

Snakes responsible for bites are rarely identified, resulting in a loss of information about snakebites from venomous species whose venom effects are poorly understood. A prospective clinical study including patients bitten by a snake was conducted in Cameroon between 2019 and 2021 to evaluate the efficacy and tolerability of a marketed polyvalent antivenom. Clinical presentation during the first 3 days of hospitalization was recorded following a standardized protocol. This ancillary study aimed to assess the frequency of bites by the different species encountered in Cameroon and to describe the symptoms of bites by formally identified species. Of the 447 patients included in the study, 159 (35.6%) brought the snake that caused the bite that was identified by a specialist. Out of these, 8 specimens could not be identified due to poor condition, 19 were non-venomous species, and 95 belonged to Echis romani—formerly E. ocellatus—species. The remaining 37 specimens included 2 Atheris squamigera, 12 Atractaspis spp., 2 Bitis arietans, 11 Causus maculatus, 1 Dendroaspis jamesoni, 1 Naja haje, 1 N. katiensis, 5 N. melanoleuca complex, and 2 N. nigricollis. Symptoms, severity of envenomation, and post-treatment course are described. Symptoms and severity of bites are consistent with cases described in the literature, but some specific features are highlighted.
Unmasking Stress: Assessing Anxiety and Depression upon Healthcare Providers in Iraq Through the COVID-19 Era
Authors: A.A.H. Muhei , Saeb Jasim Al-Shuwaili , H.R. Fadhil 
Published: December 2024

Introduction. Based on statistical data provided by the WHO (World Health Organization), Iraq has documented a cumulative count of 2,465,545 confirmed cases of the coronavirus, resulting in 25,375 deaths. Purpose. To evaluate prevalence of anxiety and depression and the factors related to their severity upon healthcare workers during COVID-19 pandemic. Materials and methods. A cross-sectional work that enrolled 300 participants, that conducted at health institutes of Al-Karkh Health Directorate/ Baghdad/ Iraq during the period from 1/7/2023 to 15/10/2023. GAD-7 and PHQ-9 questionnaires used to assess anxiety and depression respectively. Results. Older age (≥40 years), female sex, and history of previous diagnosis with COVID-19 were significantly related to moderate-severe depression and anxiety. Moreover, dentists were more likely to have severe anxiety. Conclusion. The present study has found that HCWs (healthcare workers) in Iraq experienced great levels of depression and anxiety during COVID-19. This was more pronounced among female and old HCWs.
Введение. На основании статистических данных, предоставленных ВОЗ, в Ираке зарегистрировано 2 465 545 подтвержденных случаев коронавируса, в результате чего 25 375 человек умерли. Цель. Оценить распространенность тревоги и депрессии и факторы, связанные с их тяжестью, у медицинских работников во время пандемии COVID-19. Материалы и методы. Перекрестное исследование с участием 300 участников, проведенное в медицинских учреждениях Управления здравоохранения Аль-Карха (Багдад, Ирак) в период с 07.01.2023 по 15.10.2023. Анкеты GAD-7 и PHQ-9 использовались для оценки тревоги и депрессии соответственно. Результаты. Средний возраст (≥40 лет), женский пол и предыдущий диагноз COVID-19 были значимо связаны с умеренной и тяжелой депрессией и тревогой. Более того, стоматологи чаще испытывали сильную тревогу. Вывод. Настоящее исследование показало, что работники здравоохранения (медицинские работники) в Ираке испытывали высокий уровень депрессии и тревоги во время COVID-19. Это было более выражено среди женщин и пожилых медработников.
Вторичная кататония: отчет о клиническом случае и литературный обзор
Authors: Н.В. Хмара , Т.П. Пицко , В.А. Ермоленко , Е.П. Тришкина , И.Л. Машуков 
Published: December 2024

Введение. В кратком обзоре литературы мы обсуждаем изменения в концепции кататонии, различные причины ее развития и симптомы. Мы более подробно рассматриваем влияние отмены клозапина на формирование кататонического синдрома (КС). Литературный обзор сопровождается анализом наблюдаемого нами случая 60-летней пациентки, страдающей параноидной шизофренией с кататоническими эпизодами и сопутствующей соматической патологией. Цель. Рассмотреть причины формирования и стратегии ведения вторичной кататонии на примере описания клинического случая с опорой на доступные литературные исследования. Материалы и методы. Для оценки симптомов кататонии использована рейтинговая шкала кататонии Буша – Фрэнсиса, Bush – Francis catatonia rating scale (BFCSI), 1996. Заключение. Описанный клинический случай иллюстрирует многообразие причин и сложность диагностики КС. Необходимо с большим вниманием относиться к другим, не ментальным, причинам кататонии, особенно у пациентов после 40 лет. Раннее установление симптомов вторичной кататонии может быть полезно для сохранения чувствительности к лечению и способствовать улучшению прогноза.
Introduction. In this brief literature review, we discuss changes in the concept of catatonia, its different types and symptoms. We consider in more detail the effect of clozapine withdrawal on the formation of a catatonic episode. The literature review is accompanied by an analysis of our case of a 60-year-old patient suffering from paranoid schizophrenia with catatonic episodes and concomitant somatic pathology. Purpose. To examine the causes of formation and strategies for managing secondary catatonia using the example of a clinical case description, based on available literary studies. Materials and methods. The Bush-Francis Catatonia Rating Scale (BFCSI) 1996 was used to assess symptoms of catatonia. Conclusion. The described clinical case illustrates the diversity of causes and the complexity of diagnosis of CS. It is necessary to pay more attention to other, non-mental causes of catatonia, especially in patients over 40 years of age. Early detection of symptoms of secondary catatonia may be useful for maintaining "sensitivity" to treatment and may contribute to an improved prognosis.
Pengaruh Manajemen Kepelatihan dan Motivasi Berprestasi Terhadap Prestasi Atlet Bola Voli Club Silvas Kecamatan Cijulang Kabupaten Pangandaran
Authors: Purnamaningsih Ine Rahayu 
Published: December 2024

Penelitian ini berjudul “Pengaruh Manajemen Kepelatihan dan Motivasi Berprestasi Terhadap Prestasi Atlet Bola Voli Club Silvas Kecamatan Cijulang Kabupaten Pangandaran”. dilatarbelakangi oleh masih rendahnya capaian prestasi atlet bola voli di Klub Silvas Kecamatan Cijulang Kabupaten Pangandaran. Hal ini terkait dengan masih rendahnya kualitas manajemen kepelatihan dan motivasi berprestasi atlet.Tujuan yang ingin dicapai dari penelitian ini adalah untuk mengetahui besarnya pengaruh: 1) Manajemen kepelatihan terhadap prestasi atlet bola voli; 2) Motivasi berprestasi terhadap prestasi atlet bola voli; dan 3) Manajemen kepelatihan dan motivasi terhadap prestasi atlit bola voli Club Silvas Kecamatan Cijulang Kabupaten Pangandaran. Populasi penelitian ini adalah atlit bola voli di Club Silvas. Teknik pengambilan sampel yang digunakan adalah Random Sampling. Metode penelitian yang digunakan adalah metode survei dengan pendekatan kuantitatif. Teknik pengumpulan data menggunakan angket (kuesioner). Analisis dilakukan menggunakan Analisis Regresi.Dari penelitian yang dilakukan diperoleh hasil penelitian sebagai berikut: Terdapat pengaruh positif dan signifikan dari manajemen kepelatihan terhadap prestasi atlet; 2) terdapat pengaruh positif dan signifikan dari motivasi berprestasi terhadap prestasi atlet; 3) terdapat pengaruh bersama yang positif dan signifikan dari manajemen kepelatihan dan motivasi berprestasi terhadap prestasi atlet bola voli Club Silvas Kecamatan Cijulang Kabupaten Pangandaran.Merujuk pada hasil penelitian dan kesimpulan di atas, rekomendasi yang dapat diberikan kepada pihak-pihak terkait adalah: 1) perlu dilakukan penelitian lanjutan tentang prestasi atlet dengan variabel dan sampel yang sama untuk menguji ulang keberlakuan model yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini.; 2) Manajemen Club perlu menciptakan sistem kepelatihan yang berbasis prestasi atlet; dan 3) Manajemen Club diharapkan menaruh perhatian kepada setiap aspek prestasi atlet.
3 kV monolithic bidirectional GaN HEMT on sapphire
Authors: Alam Md Tahmidul , Mukhopadhyay Swarnav , Haque Md Mobinul , Pasayat Shubhra S. , Gupta Chirag 
Published: December 2024

Abstract
3 kV breakdown voltage was demonstrated in monolithic bidirectional Gallium Nitride (GaN) High Electron Mobility Transistors (HEMTs) having potential applications in 1200 V or 1700 V class power converters. The on-resistance of the fabricated transistors was ∼20 Ω.mm (∼11 mΩ.cm2). The breakdown voltage was optimized with two field plates on either side of the transistor. Shorter first field plate lengths (≤2 μm) resulted in higher breakdown voltage and the possible reason was discussed. The transistors had a steep subthreshold swing of 92 mV dec−1. The fabricated transistor was benchmarked against the state-of-the-art monolithic bidirectional GaN HEMTs in the performance matrices of breakdown voltage—on resistance, that showed crucial progress.
Use of the Manyatta Model to Promote Uptake of Family Planning in Hard-to-Reach Communities in Samburu County, Kenya
Authors: Oruko Happiness , Kutna John , Ekiru Raphaella , Kabuga Lennox , Makasanda Felix , Gitimu Anne , Opanga Yvonne 
Published: December 2024

Introduction: Samburu County has a low modern Contraceptive Prevalence Rate (mCPR) of 25.4% against 57% at the national level. The country is highly patriarchal and men are the key decision-makers in women’s health including family planning. The Delivering Equitable and Sustainable Increase in Family Planning (DESIP) project hypothesized that the Manyatta Model (a model implemented at the homestead level) will contribute to increased uptake of Family Planning (FP) services among the hard-to-reach communities of Samburu North sub-County. Interventions: Through the model, community health promoters (CHPs) conducted health education at the homesteads hereby referred to as Manyatta. The model utilized a structured planning and mobilization strategy dabbed the Tag-Team approach. The model was piloted in six sites supported by DESIP. Quantitative data was collected from July 2019 to June 2020 and also from July 2020 to June 2021 from the link health facility records. This was triangulated with qualitative data from 10 Key Informant Interviews (KIIs) and 6 Focussed Group Discussions (FGDs) conducted with the project beneficiaries in the pilot sites. Findings: The findings indicated that clients initiated on FP (first-time users) increased from 13% (n=835) in (July 2019- June 2021) to 18% (n=1,101) in (July 2020- June 2021) out of the eligible population of 6,286 women of reproductive age 15-49 years. Uptake of Implants improved from 17% in (July 2019-June 2020) to 24% in July 2020- June 2022). From the KIIs and FGDs, it was evident that targeting males especially elders contributed to improving male participation in FP and reproductive health decision-making. This is because the Samburu Community is highly patriarchal. Conclusion: Based on the results of the pilot sites, DESIP proposes scaling up the Manyatta Model, an approach which was made possible by engaging communities in designing their trajectory to better healthcare