Publications by authors named "B A Volel'"

Bipolar disorder (BD) involves altered reward processing and decision-making, with inconsistencies across studies. Here, we integrated hierarchical Bayesian modelling with magnetoencephalography (MEG) to characterise maladaptive belief updating in this condition. First, we determined if previously reported increased learning rates in BD stem from a heightened expectation of environmental changes.

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  • - Atypical depression (AD) is a subtype of depression characterized by mood reactivity and features like increased appetite, hypersomnia, and sensitivity to interpersonal rejection, with a focus on the genetic factors influencing its development.
  • - Recent research found nine studies linking specific genetic markers, including those related to the serotonin transporter gene and other regulatory genes, to atypical depression, although no comprehensive reviews on this topic exist yet.
  • - The findings suggest that atypical depression has a hereditary component, indicating that identifying individual genetic risk markers for AD could be a significant area for future research.
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Inferior alveolar nerve block (IANB) is one of the most common procedures in operative dentistry, and a deep understanding of the normal anatomical variation of the pterygomandibular space (PM) is essential for its safe and successful administration. This cadaveric anatomical study aimed to use A-silicone injections to evaluate the volume of the PM. This study was conducted using 46 human cadaver heads (25 males and 21 females).

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On the example of a patient with a mixed affective episode within the framework of bipolar affective disorder, the clinical features of this psychopathological condition, the difficulties of diagnosis and selection of therapy in mixed states are presented. The use of the modern atypical antipsychotic ziprasidone in this category of patients is argued.

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Unlabelled: The aim the study. Evaluate the effectiveness of biofeedback therapy in the complex rehabilitation of masticatory muscle hypertonicity in patients with a high level of anxiety.

Material And Methods: The study included 40 patients aged 20 to 32 years with complaints of fatigue and discomfort in the area of chewing muscles, teeth compression during the day, nocturnal bruxism, crowding of teeth.

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