Serotonin Levels and Chemotherapy-Induced Nausea and Vomiting in Cancer Patients: A Cross-Sectional Study.

Introduction: Nausea and vomiting are distressing symptoms experienced by cancer patients undergoing treatment, impacting their physical well-being and quality of life. Serotonin, a neurotransmitter known for its role in regulating mood and gastrointestinal function, has been implicated in chemotherapy-induced nausea and vomiting (CINV). This study aimed to investigate serotonin level differences between CINV and non-CINV groups among cancer patients undergoing chemotherapy.

The aberrant behavior profile in Indonesian individuals with fragile X syndrome with limited genetic services.

Fragile X syndrome (FXS) is caused by the full mutation in the fragile x messenger ribonucleoprotein 1 () gene leading to the absence of the fragile X protein (FXP). Previous studies show that individuals with FXS exhibit changing behavior over time; therefore, this study aimed to elucidate the aberrant behavior profile of FXS individuals. The Aberrant Behavior Checklist-Community (ABC-C) was used to measure the aberrant behavior profile of individuals with FXS, which was rated by the parent/caregiver combined with clinical impression.

Mediating Effect of Hope on the Relationship Between Depression and Recovery in Persons With Schizophrenia.

Depression and hope are considered pivotal variables in the recovery process of people with schizophrenia. This study examined the moderating effect of depression on the relationship between hope and recovery, and the mediating effect of hope on the relationship between depression and recovery in persons with schizophrenia. The model was tested empirically using the data of 115 persons with schizophrenia from Central Java Province, Indonesia.