bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Cross-Cultural Adaptation of the KONTAKT Social Skills Group Training Program for Children and Adolescents with high-functioning Autism Spectrum Disorder: A feasibility Study
Authors: Olsson Nora Choque , Karlsson Agneta , Andersson Sofia , Boström Annie , Ljungström Mari , Bölte Sven 
Published: June 2016

Abstract

Background
Social skills group training is an intervention method that has demonstrated moderate evidence of improvement among children and adolescents with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). KONTAKT is a manualized social skills group training program that was developed in Germany and that has demonstrated preliminary evidence of positive effect. In this study, we describe its adaptation to Scandinavian settings.

Objective
The aim of this study was to evaluate the clinical feasibility of the Swedish version of KONTAKT. The program was piloted in two outpatient departments in Stockholm County.

Method
A convergent mixed-method approach that involved both quantitative (ratings scales for ASD, clinical severity, and adaptive functioning) and qualitative (semi-structured interviewing) evaluation was applied. Twenty-two children and adolescents with high-functioning ASD between the ages of 8 and 17 years and their parents were enrolled in a one-group trial and completed assessments before and after KONTAKT training.

Results
The quantitative evaluation showed improvements in social communication and global everyday functioning; the qualitative evaluations yielded general treatment satisfaction. Twenty of the 22 enrolled adolescents (91%) completed the training.

Conclusions
These findings suggest that the Swedish adaptation of KONTAKT is feasible for Scandinavian clinical settings. It is currently being examined for efficacy and effectiveness in the largest multicenter randomized controlled trial of social skills group training in patients with ASD that has ever been undertaken (NCT01854346).
Anxiety Disorders among Adolescents referred to General Psychiatry for Multiple Causes: Clinical Presentation, Prevalence, and Comorbidity
Authors: Olofsdotter Susanne , Vadlin Sofia , Sonnby Karin , Furmark Tomas , Nilsson Kent W. 
Published: June 2016

Abstract

Background
Reports of anxiety disorder characteristics among youth in clinical settings typically include descriptions of patients who have been specifically referred for anxiety treatment. At odds with a large body of evidence which demonstrates these disorders to be most common among young people, prevalence studies in samples referred to general psychiatry for multiple causes are scarce and report highly discrepant estimates.

Methods
For this study and regardless of their presenting symptoms, 125 adolescents (57.6% girls) between the ages of 12 and 18 years who were consecutively referred to two child and adolescent general psychiatry clinics in Sweden were assessed for anxiety disorders and comorbidity using the Schedule for Affective Disorders and Schizophrenia for School-Age Children. Self-ratings of anxiety symptoms and difficulties with family, school, friends, sleep, and body aches were also obtained.

Results
At least one anxiety disorder was found in 46% of participants. Among anxious adolescents, homotypic comorbidity (concurrent anxiety) was observed in 43%, and heterotypic comorbidity (concurrent non-anxiety psychiatric disorders) was observed in 91%. No comorbidity was observed in 5%. Trauma, ache, and difficulties making friends were more common among anxious adolescents as compared with psychiatrically referred adolescents without anxiety.

Conclusions
The finding that only 21% of adolescents diagnosed with anxiety disorders were referred for anxiety further supports the routine use of standardized and structured instruments—irrespective of referral cause—to improve both precision and detection rates in the clinical setting. Comprehensive assessments are of utmost importance to fully address the complexity of the symptoms in this patient group.
Are Autistic Traits in Youth Meaningful? A Replication study in Non-referred Siblings of Youth with and without Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder
Authors: Biederman Joseph , Fitzgerald Maura , Faraone Stephen V. , Fried Ronna , Woodworth K. Yvonne , Saunders Alexandra , Conroy Kristina , Joshi Gagan 
Published: June 2016

Abstract

Background
We previously described the high prevalence and burden of significant autistic traits (ATs) in youth with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). These traits are associated with significantly greater impairment in psychopathological, interpersonal, educational, and neuropsychological functioning. Because the sample consisted of referred ADHD youth, uncertainty remained regarding whether these findings are generalizable to non-referred populations of youths with and without ADHD.

Objective
The aim of the current study was to assess the prevalence and implications of ATs in a non-referred population of siblings of probands with and without ADHD.

Method
Participants were non-referred siblings of probands with ADHD (N = 257) and control probands (N = 234) of longitudinal, case-control family studies conducted at Massachusetts General Hospital. Assessments included measures of psychiatric, psychosocial, educational, and cognitive functioning. The presence of significant ATs was operationalized using the Child Behavior Checklist AT profile, which consists of combined aggregate T-scores of ≥ 195 on the Withdrawn, Social, and Thought Problems subscales.

Results
ATs were significantly more prevalent among the siblings of probands with ADHD as compared with siblings of control probands (6% vs. 1%; P = .02). Siblings of probands with ADHD with a positive AT profile (N = 15) were significantly more impaired than those without an AT profile (N = 242) with regard to psychopathological, interpersonal, educational, and neuropsychological functioning.

Conclusions
The current study reports a higher-than-expected prevalence of ATs in a non-referred sample of siblings of youth with ADHD, which is consistent with previous findings regarding ATs in a referred sample of youth with ADHD. The presence of ATs is associated with higher levels of morbidity and dysfunction.
Behavioral Weight Loss Treatment for Youth Treated With Antipsychotic Medications
Authors: Nicol Ginger E. , Kolko Rachel P , Mills Monica , Gunnarsdottir Thrudur , Yingling Michael D. , Schweiger Julia A. , Lenze Eric J. , Newcomer John W. , Wilfley Denise 
Published: June 2016

Abstract

Background:
Youth who are being treated with antipsychotic medications are at increased risk for the development of obesity and type 2 diabetes. Behavioral weight loss treatments show promise for reducing obesity and diabetes risk among adults treated with these drugs, but such treatments have not previously been studied in youth.

Objective
We describe a rationale for behavioral weight loss intervention for high-weight youth being treated with antipsychotic medications. We report behavioral, anthropomorphic, and metabolic findings from a case series of obese adolescents taking antipsychotic medications who participated in a short-term, family-based behavioral weight loss intervention.

Methods
We adapted the Traffic Light Plan, a 16-week family-based weight loss intervention that promotes healthy energy balance using the colors of the traffic light to categorize the nutritional value of foods and the intensity of physical activity. We then added a social and ecological framework to address health behavior change in multiple social contexts. The intervention was administered to three obese adolescents with long-term antipsychotic medication exposure. The efficacy of the intervention was evaluated with a battery of anthropomorphic and metabolic assessments, including weight, body mass index percentile, whole body adiposity, liver fat content, and fasting plasma glucose and lipid levels. Participants and their parents also filled out a treatment satisfaction questionnaire after study completion.

Results
Two boys and one girl, all of whom were 14 years old, participated in this study. All three participants attended all 16 sessions of the intervention and experienced beneficial changes in adiposity, fasting lipid levels, and liver fat content associated with weight stabilization or weight loss. Adolescents and their parents all reported a high level of satisfaction with the treatment.

Conclusions
Family-based behavioral weight loss treatment can be feasibly delivered and is acceptable to youth taking antipsychotic medications and their families. Randomized controlled trials are needed to fully evaluate the effectiveness and acceptability of these treatments for these individuals.

ClinicalTrials.gov Identifier

NCT01222494
Chitosan/Graphene Oxide Composite as an Effective Adsorbent for Reactive Red Dye Removal
Authors: Guo Xiaoqing , Qu Lijun , Tian Mingwei , Zhu Shifeng , Zhang Xiansheng , Tang Xiaoning , Sun Kaikai 
Published: June 2016

ABSTRACT: Chitosan, modified with different dosages of graphene oxide (GO) and reduced graphene oxide (rGO), was first prepared, and its adsorption capacity for reactive red (RR) dye in aqueous solutions was investigated, in this paper. The structure and morphology of the adsorbents were characterized by FT‐IR, XRD, SEM, EDX, BET, and TGA. The effect of varying parameters (pH, temperature, adsorbent loading, and contact time) was also investigated. The maximum adsorption capacity based on the Langmuir model was found to be 32.16 mg/g. In addition, experimental kinetic data were analyzed by the psuedo‐first order and psuedo‐second order equation models. The psuedo‐second order model proved to be the best model for the adsorption system, which suggested that adsorption might be controlled by the chemical rate‐limiting step through sharing of electrons or by covalent forces.
Surface Water Contamination Risk Assessment Modeled by Fuzzy‐WRASTIC
Authors: Alavipoor Fatemeh Sadat , Ghorbaninia Zahra , Karimi Saeed , Jafari Hamidreza 
Published: June 2016

ABSTRACT: This research provides a Fuzzy‐WRASTIC new model for water resource contamination risk assessment in a GIS (Geographic Information System) environment. First, this method setting in a multi‐criteria evaluation framework (MCE) reviewed and mapped the sub criteria of every above‐mentioned criterion. Then, related sub‐layers were phased by the observance of GIS environment standards. In the next step, first the sub‐layers were combined together, next the modeling of pollution risk status was done by utilizing a fuzzy overlay method and applying the OR, AND, SUM, PRODUCT and GAMMA operators by using WLC (Weighted Linear Combination) method and providing weights in the WRASTIC model. The results provide the best combination of modeling and the percentages of its risk categories of low, medium, high and very high, which are respectively 1.8, 14.07, 51.43 and 32.7. More areas have severe risk due to the unbalanced arrangement and compact of land uses around the compact surface water resources.
Determination of Biosolids Phosphorus Solubility and Its Relationship to Wastewater Treatment
Authors: Jameson Molly , White Jeffrey G. , Osmond Deanna L. , Aziz Tarek 
Published: June 2016

ABSTRACT:In North Carolina (NC), biosolids land application rates governed by crop nitrogen (N) requirements typically surpass crop phosphorus (P) needs, increasing surface water pollution potential. The NC Department of Environmental Quality (NCDEQ) is considering P‐based biosolids application guidelines for some nutrient‐impaired watersheds using the P Loss Assessment Tool (PLAT), but important biosolids information is lacking: total P (TP), water‐extractable P (WEP), and percent water‐extractable P (PWEP). In each of three seasons, we sampled 28 biosolids from 26 participating water resource recovery facilities (WRRFs) and analyzed for TP, WEP, and percent dry matter (DM), from which PWEP and nonsoluble P were calculated. Based on descriptive statistics and an online survey of treatment processes, biosolids were divided into Class A‐alkaline, Class A‐heat, Class B‐slurry, and Class B‐cake. The average TP in Class A alkaline stabilized biosolids was more than five times less than the average of the other biosolids, 5.0 vs. 26.6 g/kg, respectively. Averaged over biosolids, WEP and PWEP were 1.4 g/kg and 5.0%, respectively. Stabilization processes appeared to reduce WEP substantially, so biosolids potential soluble‐P loss is low. Our data will allow PLAT to be used for biosolids P‐loss risk assessments.
Aqueous Antibacterial Enhancement Using Kapok Fibers Chemically Modified in 3‐D Crosslinked Structure
Authors: Wang Runkai , Shin Chul‐Ho , Chang Yungyu , Kim Daeik , Park Joon‐Seok 
Published: June 2016

ABSTRACT: The surface of a kapok fiber was coated with Dopamine (DOPA) through a three‐dimensional (3‐D) polymerization. Such surface‐modified kapok fiber was useful in deactivating microbial activity of microorganisms such as bacteria. The morphology of the surface‐modified kapok fiber was analyzed with a field emission scanning electron microscope (FE‐SEM). After a silver coating process along with DOPA functionalization, a strong antibacterial property was observed against Escherichia coli (E. coli), using a direct contact method. Almost 100% of bacterial cells were deactivated in 4 h, also showing a complete hindrance to a bacterial growth for 48 h. With the help of the images of FE‐SEM and its analysis, the mechanism of an antibacterial assay was enlightened and reasonably estimated that silver ions from the poly‐DOPA‐coated kapok fiber with silver (KF‐DOPA/Ag) led to alterations of cell morphology. This 3‐D composite successfully interacted in vitro with functional groups in terms of bacterial deactivation.
Molecular Characterization of Aquatic Bacterial Communities in Dinaric Range Caves
Authors: Pleše Bruna , Pojskić Naris , Ozimec Roman , Mazija Mirna , Ćetković Helena , Lukić‐Bilela Lada 
Published: June 2016

ABSTRACT: Dinaric limestone cave systems, recognized as a hotspot of subterranean biodiversity, inhabit composite microbial communities whose structure, function and importance to ecosystems was poorly considered until the last few years. Filamentous microbial biofilms from three caves in Dinaric karst were assessed using 16S rRNA‐based phylogenetic approach combined with universally protein coding genes/proteins. Studied clone libraries shared divisions but phylogenetic distribution of the obtained phylotypes differed: in Veternica and Vjetrenica clone libraries,Nitrospiraeprevailed with 36% and 60% respectively, while in Izvor Bistrac the most abundant wereAlphaproteobacteria(41%) followed byFirmicutes(32%). Moreover, three phylotypes were associated with novel uncultured candidate divisions OP3, WS5 and OD1 revealing the diversity and uniqueness of the microbial world in caves. Deeply understanding subterranean habitats could elucidate many new aspects in phylogeny and evolution of microorganisms as well as animal taxa, adjacent to their energy suppliers in microbial communities and biofilms.
Assessment of Groundwater Quality by Chemometrics
Authors: Papaioannou Agelos , Rigas George , Kella Sotiria , Lokkas Filotheos , Dinouli Dimitra , Papakonstantinou Argiris , Spiliotis Xenofon , Plageras Panagiotis 
Published: June 2016

ABSTRACT: Chemometric methods were used to analyze large data sets of groundwater quality from 18 wells supplying the central drinking water system of Larissa city (Greece) during the period 2001 to 2007 (8.064 observations) to determine temporal and spatial variations in groundwater quality and to identify pollution sources. Cluster analysis grouped each year into three temporal periods (January–April (first), May–August (second) and September–December (third). Furthermore, spatial cluster analysis was conducted for each period and for all samples, and grouped the 28 monitoring Units HJI (HJI = represent the observations of the monitoring site H, the J‐year and the period I) into three groups (A, B and C). Discriminant Analysis used only 16 from the 24 parameters to correctly assign 97.3% of the cases. In addition, Factor Analysis identified 7, 9 and 8 latent factors for groups A, B and C, respectively.
Geoelectric Evaluation of Aquifer Potential and Vulnerability of Northern Paiko, Niger State, Nigeria
Authors: Obiora Daniel N. , Alhassan Usman D. , Ibuot Johnson C. , Okeke Francisca N. 
Published: June 2016

ABSTRACT: This study was carried out using vertical electrical sounding (VES) to evaluate the groundwater potential and the aquifer protective capacity of Northern Paiko. Sixty vertical electrical soundings were obtained across the study area using Schlumberger electrode configuration. Three to four geoelectric layers were delineated from the interpreted results. The stratigraphy of the subsurface shows: topsoil (62.8–3082 Ωm), weathered layer (15.2–80 368 Ωm), fractured layer (191–236 672 Ωm), and the fresh basement (79.9–308 865 Ωm). The weathered layer was delineated as the major aquiferous horizon. From the results, the resistivity, thickness, and longitudinal conductance maps were drawn. It was observed that groundwater potential is low in about 76.7% of the study area. This study has also shown that the aquifer protective capacity of most parts of the study area is poor (83.3%), thus rendering the aquifer vulnerable to contamination.
Occurrence of Antibiotics in Surface and Groundwater of a Drinking Water Catchment Area in Germany
Authors: Burke Victoria , Richter Doreen , Greskowiak Janek , Mehrtens Anne , Schulz Lena , Massmann Gudrun 
Published: June 2016

ABSTRACT: The contamination of the aquatic environment with organic micropollutants, such as veterinary pharmaceuticals, has become an increasingly serious problem and has aroused attention in the course of the last decades. This study presents a screening for a series of veterinary antibiotics, potentially introduced by the application of liquid manure, in ground‐ and surface water of a drinking water catchment in Lower Saxony, Germany. Of the 26 compounds analyzed, eight, including sulfadiazine, sulfapyridine, sulfamethoxazole, trimethoprim, dehydrato‐erythromycin, sulfadimidine, tylosin, and tetracycline were detected in surface water samples. Trimethoprim was detected in 11 out of 15 shallow groundwater samples, indicating its high environmental relevance. Column sorption experiments conducted on trimethoprim show a comparatively moderate sorption affinity to sandy aquifer material with a retardation coefficient of 5.7.
Effects of Nutrient on Algae Biomass during Summer and Winter in Inflow Rivers of Taihu Basin, China
Authors: Wu Pan , Qin Boqiang , Yu Ge , Deng Jianming , Zhou Jian 
Published: June 2016

ABSTRACT: To explore the linkage of phosphorus (P), nitrogen (N) and phytoplankton during the summer and winter in the inflow rivers of the Taihu Basin, China, 51 main rivers were investigated in 2013 and 2014. The results showed that high P and N input deteriorated the water quality, and P primarily limited Chlorophyll a concentrations. Diatoms, green algae, and cyanobacteria were the dominant phyla, totaling 29 and 41 species in summer and winter, respectively. Total P negatively affected the phytoplankton diversity during summer and had a stronger positive relationship with richness than total N during winter. The P level restricted the biomass of dominant algae, and turbidity had a greater interaction with cyanobacteria. This study suggests that P drives the phytoplankton assemblages under N‐rich environments in the inflow rivers during summer and winter, indicating the need for nutrient reduction and further monitoring of the rivers to improve the water ecology.
Effects of two occlusive, hydrocolloid dressings on healing of full-thickness skin wounds in cats
Authors: Gouletsou Pagona , Galatos Apostolos , Psalla Dimitra , Lymperis Antonis , Papazoglou Lyssimachos , Karayannopoulou Maria , Tsioli Vassiliki 
Published: June 2016

SummaryObjectives: To determine the effects of two occlusive, hydrocolloid dressings on second intention wound healing in cats.Methods: Three 2×2 cm full-thickness skin wounds were created on each side of the trunk of 10 cats. Two bilateral wounds were bandaged using different hydrocolloid dressings, namely Hydrocoll and DuoDerm while a semi-occlusive pad (Melolin) was applied to the third bilateral wound (control group). Wound planimetry, subjective evaluation of wound healing, and qualitative bacterial cultures were performed on the right-sided wounds, whereas left-sided wounds were subjected to histological examination.Results: Subjective evaluation revealed accelerated (p <0.01) granulation tissue formation in hydrocolloid-treated wounds. The amount of wound exudate was initially greater (p <0.01) in these wounds. Seventeen out of 120 evaluated wounds (14.2%) produced purulent exudate, 11 of which showed Staphylococcus aureus growth. Fewer control wounds (3/17) emitted puru-lent exudate, but all of them yielded moderate bacterial growth as compared to hydrocolloid-treated wounds (8/17) which had a low incidence of bacterial growth. The only significant difference in histological variables was increased cellular infiltration noted on day 7 in Hydrocoll-treated wounds compared to controls. No significant differences in planimetry variables were found between groups.Clinical significance: Despite the initially increased amount of wound exudate and the low growth of Staphylococcus aureus, hydrocolloid dressings accelerate granulation tissue formation and can hence be suggested for second intention wound healing in cats.
À la poursuite de Šēm dans l’écrit sacerdotal
Authors: Briffard Colette 
Published: June 2016

Après un premier examen du rôle du terme šēm dans les chapitres 10 à 12 de la Genèse, Colette Briffard * poursuit l’enquête en explorant sa fonction dans l’ensemble des textes sacerdotaux du Pentateuque. De livre en livre se précise alors l’importance de la notion de nom dans les textes sacerdotaux, notion qui structure la succession des générations et définit la relation des « fils d’Israël » à leur dieu ainsi que de leurs noms à son nom.
L’Église comme « détour » Contribution luthérienne à une théologie chrétienne du judaïsme
Authors: Wüthrich Serge 
Published: June 2016

La reconnaissance récente du judaïsme par le christianisme a eu pour conséquence le renoncement au supersessionisme. Cette nouvelle situation implique de repenser une théologie chrétienne du judaïsme. Serge Wüthrich * expose ici la contribution du théologien luthérien Robert W. Jenson à cette entreprise. Le « non » du judaïsme au Christ est interprété par Jenson comme signifiant l’existence voulue par Dieu de deux communautés, l’Église et la synagogue, rendant possible la disponibilité au monde du corps du Christ ressuscité sur deux modes distincts. Dans cette perspective, l’Église, à l’instar du judaïsme rabbinique, doit se comprendre comme un détour au sein d’Israël dans l’attente de l’avènement final du Messie.
Multitudinisme / Volkskirche
Authors: Reymond Bernard 
Published: June 2016

Caractéristique du vocabulaire protestant francophone, le terme « multitudinisme » est apparu en 1842 sous la plume d’Alexandre Vinet pour désigner les Églises dites « de multitude ». Il est un équivalent du terme allemand « Volkskirche », utilisé par Friedrich Schleiermacher dans un cours de 1822-1823. Dans les deux cas, il s’est agi de déprendre l’Église du contrôle de l’État, tout en maintenant son service auprès de l’ensemble d’une population. Bernard Reymond * montre que le mot « Volkskirche » peut prêter à des usages ambigus, tandis que celui de « multitudinisme » semble convenir à des Églises majoritaires aussi bien que minoritaires.