Introduction Night eating syndrome (NES) is categorized as an eating disorder characterized by a delayed circadian rhythm of food intake and involves evening hyperphagia and/or nighttime awakening and food consumption two or more times per week. Young adults showed a higher prevalence of night eating, and students who reported high stress, irregular sleep patterns, and disordered eating may be more likely to develop NES symptoms. Objective This study aimed to assess the prevalence of Night Eating Syndrome among college students in Chengalpattu district of Tamil Nadu (India) and to find out the association between NES and socio-demographic variables and depression among the students.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFProblem: Breast cancer is a leading cause of death among women, and early detection is crucial for improving survival rates. The manual breast cancer diagnosis utilizes more time and is subjective. Also, the previous CAD models mostly depend on manmade visual details that are complex to generalize across ultrasound images utilizing distinct techniques.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFThe development of serious video games using gamification techniques and applying them to the management of mental health problems has emerged as one of the significant innovations in technology and mental health. However, various issues exist from the design stage of video games to the implementation stage, which can lead to problems with usability and accessibility and have non-beneficial effects on the individual. This review article provides an overview of various gamification technologies currently used in video games and virtual reality-based video games.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFIntroduction: The practice of self-medication is wherein individuals initiate the use of medications without consulting a healthcare professional. College life is a period marked by academic, social, and personal changes. Due to their greater freedom and the pressure of academic success, students face various health issues.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFBreast cancer (BC) is the most dominant kind of cancer, which grows continuously and serves as the second highest cause of death for women worldwide. Early BC prediction helps decrease the BC mortality rate and improve treatment plans. Ultrasound is a popular and widely used imaging technique to detect BC at an earlier stage.
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