Validation of the Internet Addiction Test for Adolescents (IAT-A) in the Georgian language.

Background: The internet has become an integral part of daily life, impacting various aspects, especially among children and adolescents. Internet overuse has been associated with numerous physical and mental health issues. Despite its significant implications, there is no universally accepted assessment tool for internet addiction.

Influence of Different Orthodontic Brackets on Cytokine and Cortisol Profile.

: Orthodontic tooth movement (OTM) requires bone remodeling resulting from complex processes of aseptic inflammation. Recent studies have confirmed close interaction between the immune and skeletal systems. In addition, various orthodontic appliances including fixed systems affect the sublingual microbial composition, and the likelihood of developing inflammatory reactions of the gums is high, especially early in the treatment period.

CORRELATION OF THERMAL PAIN PERCEPTION AND HOSTILITY IN MALES AND FEMALES DURING PHYSIOLOGIC STARVATION.

The phenomenon of pain remains one of the most important challenges in medicine and biology, which often causes disability in humans and worsens the quality of life. The pain is a variable, subjective experience, and it is impossible to fully understand it without getting to know the physiological mechanisms beyond sensory damage of the tissues. There are some gender differences in pain perception, particularly, females tend to be more sensitive towards experimental pain.

PECULIARITIES OF THE WORKPLACE ENVIRONMENT HEALTH EFFECTS IN THE MUNICIPAL TRANSPORTATION EMPLOYEES.

The aim of the study was to assess the health status of municipal transportation employees. A comprehensive study of the health condition of the employees, in particular, bus drivers and the administrative staff of the transportation company has been carried out. The study participants were divided into two groups - main and control.

ANTINOCICEPTIVE TOLERANCE TO CANNABINOIDS IN ADULT MALE MICE: A PILOT STUDY.

Over the past two decades, numerous tools have been developed to study the endocannabinoid system. Studies show the potential effectiveness of endocannabinoids for the relief of pain and neurological disorders. However, global targeting of the endocannabinoid system has also been associated with unwanted outcomes, including deleterious effects on cognitive and emotional functions, the development of tolerance and dependence, and withdrawal symptoms after drug cessation in humans.