Publications by authors named "F Folesani"
This review aimed at summarizing the literature evidence on clinical, cognitive, and neurobiological correlates of impaired timing abilities in schizophrenia (SCZ). Following the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses guidelines, a systematic literature search was conducted in PubMed, EMBASE, and PsycInfo by looking at correlates between timing abilities and either symptom severity, cognition, and neurobiological data (imaging and electroencephalography) in individuals with SCZ, without restrictions on study design. A total of 45 articles were selected: associations were identified between impaired timing performance and positive, negative, and disorganization symptoms, as well as with executive functioning, working memory, and attention.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFDemoralization comprises multiple dimensions. Among them, Subjective Incompetence (SI) is the perception of being incapable of appropriate action in demanding circumstances. SI may be an early sign of demoralization preceding hopelessness, thus we aimed at integrating items related to Subjective Incompetence into the clinical assessment of demoralization.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFObjectives: Disclosing information on diagnosis, prognosis and treatment is a delicate process in oncology, although awareness levels have over time increased in people with cancer. However, individual characteristics should be considered when communicating difficult information. We conducted a multicentric study to explore the moderating role of coping styles on the relationship between information about cancer, quality of life and psychological distress.
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- Dignity and dignity-conserving care have gained focus in various medical disciplines over the last 20 years, prompting a review of literature that explores definitions, issues, and suggested interventions related to dignity in healthcare.
- Research indicates that dignity is complex and should be a key focus within health organizations, emphasizing the need for regular assessment and tailored interventions to support both extrinsic and intrinsic dignity.
- The findings underscore the importance of a holistic, patient-centered approach in healthcare, along with the need for systematic efforts to tackle challenges that compromise dignity, fostering environments of compassion and respect.
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- Electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) is a well-supported treatment for severe depression, but its neural mechanisms are not well understood; this review examines changes in cortical thickness (CT) due to ECT based on structural MRI studies.
- Ten studies were analyzed, revealing that ECT significantly increases CT in brain regions like the temporal, insular, and frontal areas in patients with unipolar or bipolar depression; however, inconsistencies in sample sizes and study designs limit the applicability of the findings.
- While the results suggest ECT may enhance CT and possibly affect treatment outcomes, further research with larger samples and better controls is needed to clarify the relationship between CT changes and clinical response.