Mental health literacy of reproductive age women: a qualitative study.

Background: Women's reproductive years are a time of increased vulnerability to mental health problems. However, only a small proportion of women seek help, and seems that poor mental health literacy is a major obstacle in this regard. This study aimed to elucidate the concept and provide a better understanding of the main dimensions of mental health literacy in women of reproductive age.

Effect of Chamomile and Olive Oils on Volume, Range of Motion, and Quality of Life in Breast Cancer-Related Lymphedema: A Randomized Controlled Trial.

Lymphedema is one of the disturbing complications after breast cancer treatment that may affect the quality of life (QoL) of breast cancer survivors (BCSs). In this double-blind randomized clinical trial, 63 patients with breast cancer-related lymphedema (BCRL) were included in the study. Group A received standard complete decongestive therapy (CDT), group B received CDT with olive oil, and group C received CDT with chamomile and olive oil.

Exploring Co-expression Modules-Traits Correlation through Weighted Gene Co-expression Network Analysis: A Promising Approach in Wound Healing Research.

Background: The skin is the biggest organ in the body and has several important functions in protection and regulation. However, wound development can disrupt the natural healing process, leading to challenges such as chronic wounds, persistent infections, and impaired angiogenesis. These issues not only affect individuals' well-being but also pose significant economic burdens on healthcare systems.

Psychometric properties of the Iranian version of the polycystic ovary syndrome quality of life questionnaire for married and unmarried women with PCOS: PCOSQoL-47 and PCOSQoL-42.

Introduction: The incidence of PCOS is notably elevated in Iran, making it crucial to examine the quality of life among these individuals. This study aimed to thoroughly evaluate the psychometric properties of the Iranian adaptations of the PCOSQoL-47 and PCOSQoL-42 questionnaires. The application of these tools is significant as they could enhance further research in in communities with similar social norms concerning marriage and sexuality.

'The disease ruined my life': a qualitative study of the quality of life in women with uterine fibroids.

Purpose: Symptomatic uterine fibroids are difficult to live with because affected women experience many clinical manifestations that can impact their quality of life. The purpose of the current study was to explore the quality of life in women with uterine fibroids.

Methods: This qualitative study was conducted on a purposive sample of women with uterine fibroids, using conventional content analysis based on Granheim and Lundman's approach.

Health challenges faced by parents of children with disabilities: a scoping review.

Background: Parenting a child with disabilities can feel isolating and overwhelming. Understanding the health challenges of parents with disabled children is essential for providing effective healthcare. This study aims to offer a comprehensive view of the health challenges faced by these parents by synthesizing existing literature from various perspectives.

Food security during pregnancy: A qualitative content analysis study in Iran.

Food security during pregnancy is crucial for safeguarding the health of expectant mothers and optimizing prenatal outcomes. Food insecurity can manifest in varying degrees, ranging from moderate disruptions to the quality and diversity of diet to severe cases that disrupt dietary patterns and reduce overall food intake. Limited information exists regarding food security among pregnant women in Iran.

Health literacy and mental health: a national cross-sectional inquiry.

Health literacy and mental health are among the most important issues in the modern health and era of public health. This study aimed to investigate the association between health literacy and mental health status. This was a national cross-sectional study that was conducted in Iran.

The relationship between self-regulation, cognitive flexibility, and resilience among students: a structural equation modeling.

Background: Cognitive flexibility is an important construct that contributes to one's own thoughts, behaviors, and feelings to achieve his or her goals. Thus, it could play an essential role in students' educational achievements. This study aimed to investigate the mediating role of cognitive flexibility in the relationship between self-regulation and resilience among students.

Evaluation of the effects of carboxytherapy in the treatment of periorbital dark circles.

Background: Dark eye circle (DEC) is one of the most common cosmetic problems. It has a great impact on the patients' quality of life. Carboxytherapy is a cosmetic technique using pure carbon dioxide for different uses in different areas of the body.

Drug Prescription Indicators in Outpatient Services in Social Security Organization Facilities in Iran.

Objectives: The aim of this study was to estimate drug prescription indicators in outpatient services provided at Iran Social Security Organization (SSO) healthcare facilities.

Methods: Data on all prescribed drugs for outpatient visits from 2017 to 2018 were extracted from the SSO database. The data were categorized into 4 main subgroups: patient characteristics, provider characteristics, service characteristics, and type of healthcare facility.

Preliminary guideline for reporting bibliometric reviews of the biomedical literature (BIBLIO): a minimum requirements.

Background: A bibliometric review of the biomedical literature could be essential in synthesizing evidence if thoroughly conducted and documented. Although very similar to review papers in nature, it slightly differs in synthesizing the data when it comes to providing a pile of evidence from different studies into a single document. This paper provides a preliminary guideline for reporting bibliometric reviews of the biomedical literature (BIBLIO).

Celebrating the Power of Community Kindness: A Reflection on World Mental Health Day 2023.

This short communication reflects on this year's mental health day. The theme for this year is 'Mental health is a universal human right'. However, here the focus is on simple instances (politeness, and the culture of apology) to highlight how these could contribute to improved psychological well-being and mental health.

Development and validation of the short form domestic elder abuse assessment questionnaire (SF-DEAQ).

Background: The present study aimed to design and determine the psychometric properties of a short-form questionnaire to investigate the domestic elder abuse.

Methods: This study consisted of two phases: in phase 1 we employed a modified Delphi approach with 18 participants. Consequently, content and face validity, and item analysis were applied.

Exposure to the COVID-19 news on social media and consequent psychological distress and potential behavioral change.

Exposure to coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) news pandemic is inevitable. This study aimed to explore the association between exposure to COVID-19 news on social media and feeling of anxiety, fear, and potential opportunities for behavioral change among Iranians. A telephone-based survey was carried out in 2020.

Translation and psychometric evaluation of the Persian version of Knee Outcome Survey-Activities of Daily Living Scale (KOS-ADLS).

Background: The present study aimed to translate and validate the Knee Outcome Survey-Activities of Daily Living Scale (KOS-ADLS) in Iran.

Methods: Following standard forward and backward translation procedure, content and face validity were tested by specialists and a sample of 32 patients. Then, in a cross sectional study, a sample of patients with knee disorders, recruited through simple sampling, completed the KOS-ADLS and the Short-Form Health Survey (SF-36) in their first visit to physiotherapy clinics in Tehran.

Effect of folic acid on the sexual function of postmenopausal women: a triple-blind randomized controlled trial.

Background: There are reports of sexual dysfunction in postmenopausal women, and several treatment recommendations are available.

Aim: To investigate the effect of folic acid on postmenopausal women's sexual function.

Methods: This triple-blind randomized controlled trial was conducted in Tehran, Iran, in 2020.