Publications by authors named "I Lasheras"
Prevalence of gastrointestinal symptoms in autism spectrum disorder: A meta-analysis.
An Pediatr (Engl Ed)
August 2023
Introduction: A high prevalence of gastrointestinal (GI) symptoms has been described in children and adolescents with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). In addition, there is evidence that presence of GI symptoms is associated to greater severity of ASD. However, the frequency of GI symptoms in children and adolescents with ASD varies widely across studies, and their true prevalence is unknown.
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- This study reviewed data on depression levels in healthcare workers during the COVID-19 pandemic, aiming to determine the overall prevalence of depression.
- The analysis included 57 studies from 17 countries, revealing a pooled depression rate of 24% for healthcare workers, with higher rates of 25% for nurses and 43% for frontline professionals.
- The findings highlight that while nurses and doctors experienced similar depression rates to the general population, nearly half of frontline workers faced increased mental health challenges, indicating a need for international support and intervention.
Aims: Energy Drink (ED)-associated cardiovascular emergency visits have increased in recent years. Although a toxicity threshold has been established for caffeine, the safety profile of whole ED consumption has not yet been defined.
Methods: This systematic review was conducted following the PRISMA guidelines.
Prevalence of anxiety in the COVID-19 pandemic: An updated meta-analysis of community-based studies.
Prog Neuropsychopharmacol Biol Psychiatry
July 2021
Article Synopsis
- - The study reviews the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on globally heightened anxiety levels, finding that 25% of the general population reported anxiety during this period, compared to the typical 7.3% pre-pandemic rate.
- - Researchers analyzed data from 43 studies published between December 2019 and August 2020, identifying several risk factors for anxiety such as social isolation, unemployment, and low knowledge about the virus.
- - These results indicate a significant deterioration in mental health due to the pandemic, highlighting the need for targeted strategies to address these anxiety levels in individuals and communities.
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