Issue 4 October - December 2024
Contents
Editorial Article
THE USE OF WEARABLES IN THE PERIOPERATIVE ASSESSMENT OF CHILDREN
Tuesday, October 1, 2024
Pages: 306-307
No abstract available
Review Paper
MPROVING THE SEXUAL WELL-BEING AND SATISFACTION OF MEN WITH PROSTATE CANCER AND THEIR PARTNERS.
Tuesday, October 1, 2024
Pages: 308-313
Introduction: Sexual well-being is a critical factor in the quality of life of patients undergoing treatment for prostate cancer. Despite advances in therapeutic methods, many men experience sexual dysfunctions, such as erectile dysfunction and reduced libido, which affect their psychosocial functioning. These effects also extend to their relationships with their partners, overall impacting their
Review Paper
CHRONIC OBSTRUCTIVE PULMONARY DISEASE (COPD) AND ASSOCIATED COMORBIDITIES: THE ROLE OF PAIN
Tuesday, October 1, 2024
Pages: 314-320
Introduction: Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD is characterized by chronic respiratory symptoms and airflow limitation due to airway and/or alveolar abnormalities caused mainly by excessive exposure to cigarette smoke and occupational pollutants and influenced by gene-environment interactions throughout life. It is one of the top ten causes of death worldwide. An epidemiological feature
Review Paper
PREDICTIVE FACTORS OF POSTPARTUM DEPRESSION
Douki Stamatina, Koutelekos Ioannis
Tuesday, October 1, 2024
Pages: 321-328
Introduction: Postpartum depression (PPD) is a major mental health problem that is widespread and adversely affects both the health of the mother and the normal development of the child. The purpose of this review was to investigate the predictors of PPD. Methodology: A search and review of the contemporary international literature was conducted through scientific articles and research studies
Special Article
ANXIETY AND DEPRESSION IN HEART FAILURE: SPECIAL ARTICLE
Tuesday, October 1, 2024
Pages: 329-334
Background/Objective: Anxiety and depression are closely associated with heart failure (HF) and contribute to its development and progression through multiple biological and behavioral pathways. Summary: The shared biological and behavioral pathways among depression, anxiety and HF include dysregulation of the hypothalamic–pituitary–adrenal (HPA) axis, reduced heart rate variability, elevated
Special Article
PREPAREDNESS OF THE GREEK HEALTHCARE SYSTEM TO RESPOND TO THE COVID-19 PANDEMIC
Tsistanis Stefanos, Balaska Dimitra, Karaferis Dimitrios, Malisiova Vasiliki, Georgios Dimogerontas
Tuesday, October 1, 2024
Pages: 335-344
Introduction: The COVID-19 pandemic constituted an unprecedented challenge for healthcare systems worldwide, highlighting the need for preparedness, rapid response, and effective management of public health crises. Aim: The aim of this study was to examine the preparedness of the Greek healthcare system to respond to the COVID-19 pandemic. Methodology: A literature review of Greek and international
Review Paper
THE IMPACT OF SOCIAL MEDIA ON ADOLESCENTS’ MENTAL HEALTH: A SYSTEMATIC REVIEW
Bilali Angeliki, Koutelekos Ioannis
Tuesday, October 1, 2024
Pages: 345-350
Introduction: The increasing use of social media by adolescents is a major concern, as excessive use of social media may affect adolescents' mental health. Aim: The investigation of the impact of social media on adolescents’ mental health. Methodology: We searched the electronic data bases of PubMed and Scopus using the following keywords: adolescents, social media, social network, mental health.
Original Paper
ANXIETY AMONG CAREGIVERS OF PATIENTS UNDERGOING HEMODIALYSIS
Mangita Ansriana, Tsoulou Vasiliki, Tsami Athanasia
Tuesday, October 1, 2024
Pages: 351-358
Introduction: Hemodialysis (HD) imposes a significant physical, psychological, social, and economic burden not only on patients but also on their caregivers, who are most commonly family members or close relatives. Caregivers play a central role in providing ongoing physical, emotional, and social support throughout the treatment process, while their responsibilities may contribute to the development
Short Review Article
INSOMNIA
Tuesday, October 1, 2024
Pages: 359-360
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