Publications by authors named "Maheen Asif"

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  • Abatacept, a biological DMARD, shows promise in preventing rheumatoid arthritis (RA) in high-risk individuals based on a meta-analysis of three randomized controlled trials involving 367 participants.
  • The analysis indicates that abatacept significantly lowers the risk of developing RA and improves joint tenderness and functional disability, although it does not significantly reduce pain.
  • The safety profile of abatacept is favorable, with no major differences in adverse events compared to a placebo; however, further long-term studies are needed to confirm these results.
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Reading spy fiction has imprinted its traces on the thinking patterns of the readers that encourage them to consider it as a real event in their life. This case study is about a 37 year old woman, referred by a senior clinical psychologist with complaints of having the feeling of being monitored through a device and hearing the voices of the people. The brief therapeutic plan was based on Cognitive Behavioural Therapy which focused on developing insight, identifying cognitive errors, and enhancing her socialisation skills.

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The present study aimed to investigate the role of spirituality, intolerance of uncertainty (IU), and fear of COVID-19 as correlates and predictors of psychological distress among older adults in Pakistan and also assess the gender differences among research variables. Using a quantitative correlational survey research design, a sample of 150 (75 = Men, 75 = Women) older adults aged 55 years and above from different cities of Pakistan were approached through a non-probability purposive sampling strategy. Participants completed the Daily Spiritual Experience Scale, Intolerance of Uncertainty Scale IUS-12, Fear of COVID-19, and Kessler Psychological Distress Scale-K10.

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