Study of changes in rs2283265 polymorphisms in dopamine receptor D2 and rs27072 in dopamine transporter gene (SLC6A3) in patients with attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder.

Objectives: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is one of the most common psychiatric disorders in children that lead to numerous complications. This study examined the changes in rs2283265 polymorphisms in the dopamine receptor D2 (DRD2) and rs27072 in the dopamine transporter gene (SLC6A3) in ADHD patients.

Materials & Methods: This descriptive-analytical study was performed on children aged 4-12 years with ADHD.

Quality of life and its related factors among participants in Shahrecord - Iran cohort study.

Purpose: This study aimed to determine quality of life and its related factors among participants in Shahrekord Cohort Study in southwest of Iran.

Design/methodology/approach: The present study was a descriptive-analytical cross-sectional study approved by Shahrekord University of Medical Sciences. One thousand participants in the Shahrekord cohort study were selected through a convenience sampling method, and entered the study based on the inclusion criteria.

Factors Associated with Treatment Adherence in Children with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder.

Background: Attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a common psychiatric disorder in children. The aim of this study was to investigate factors related to treatment adherence in children with ADHD.

Methods: This cross-sectional study was done in 118 children (aged 6-12 years) with ADHD who have been on medications for at least 6 months.

The research and development on the antioxidants in prevention of diabetic complications.

Diabetes mellitus can damage the eyes, kidneys, nerves and heart. Microvascular and macrovascular disorders are the leading causes of morbidity and mortality in diabetic patients. Hyperglycemia can increase the indicators of lipid peroxidation and oxidative stress in which free radicals have the main role in the pathogenesis of these complications.

Determinants of drug abuse in high school students and their related knowledge and attitude.

Introduction: The aim of the current study is to evaluate the knowledge and attitude of high school students toward addicting drugs. Thus, the interventions, which are more appropriate for this age group can be designed and applied.

Methods: This cross-sectional study was carried out in 2009 in Isfahan province.

Belonging to a peer support group enhance the quality of life and adherence rate in patients affected by breast cancer: A non-randomized controlled clinical trial.

Background: Breast cancer is the most common cancer in women. It seems that breast cancer patients benefit from meeting someone who had a similar experience. This study evaluated the effect of two kinds of interventions (peer support and educational program) on quality of life in breast cancer patients.