Publications by authors named "P Caponnetto"
Background: Problematic TikTok Use (PTU) is a psychological condition marked by compulsive and excessive engagement with the app, often characterized by prolonged scrolling, content interaction, and seeking user feedback.
Methods: This qualitative study, conducted from February to March 2024, explored factors driving TikTok addiction, its consequences, and strategies for mitigation. Data were collected through in-depth interviews and surveys with 56 participants (23 men, 33 women).
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- Fentanyl abuse, especially illicitly manufactured fentanyl (IMF), has become a significant issue, with limited research on its psychological effects, prompting a scoping review to create a comprehensive profile of vulnerable populations.
- This review followed PRISMA guidelines and involved analyzing 17,737 reports from various databases, ultimately narrowing it down to 10 relevant studies on the psycho-social implications of IMF use.
- Findings reveal that IMF users tend to be younger and have a low perception of risk; there's also a notable link between fentanyl use and mental health issues, highlighting the need for psychotherapy and digital tools to address the crisis.
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- This review investigates the effectiveness of Virtual Reality (VR) in treating Eating Disorders (EDs) like anorexia, bulimia, and binge eating.
- A systematic search of scientific articles indicates that VR therapies, including Cue Exposure and Body Swapping, show promise in addressing ED symptoms and improving body image issues.
- The conclusion emphasizes VR's potential as a valuable tool for assessment and treatment of EDs, suggesting future research to develop guidelines for its application in this field.
Prior research on e-cigarettes' health impacts is inconclusive due to confounding by previous tobacco smoking. Studies of e-cigarette use among people without an established smoking history are informative for this question. A cross-sectional survey was administered across six geopolitical world regions to adults aged 18+ without a history of established cigarette smoking or regular use of other nicotine/tobacco products.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFBackground: Schizophrenia treatment with antipsychotics often results in side effects that impact adherence and quality of life. Managing these effects remains challenging, as it requires balancing efficacy and tolerability. The Schizophrenia Technological Evaluation of Patient Side Effects (STEP-SE) app aims to aid side effects monitoring and management through shared decision-making (SDM).
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