Introduction: Glucocorticoid receptors (GRs) and mineralocorticoid receptors (MRs) are distributed in the brain, and they are particularly dense in the hippocampus. The two receptors are implicated in stress-related psychiatric diseases, such as anxiety, autism spectrum disorders (ASD) and depression. This Read More …
Is low self-compassion characteristic of ICD-11 complex PTSD? Further investigation using cross-cultural samples
Complex PTSD is a prevalent, persistent, and disabling trauma disorder newly recognized in ICD-11. Some recent studies suggested that complex PTSD symptoms are negatively associated with self-compassion. This study further examined whether low self-compassion would be characteristic of individuals with Read More …
Using the Chinese Version of the Screen for Disordered Eating to Assess Disordered Eating: Reliability, Validity and Correlates
Abstract Background/Objectives: This study evaluated the psychometric properties and correlates of the Screen for Disordered Eating (SDE) in the Chinese context. Eating and body image in Asian cultures differed from those in the Western context, elevating its importance in testing Read More …
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Investigating the Quality of Family Relationships and Goal Attainment: Analyzing the Mediating Role of Psychological Distress
Psychiatry Investig > Volume 22(7); 2025 > Article Original Article Psychiatry Investigation 2025;22(7):775-785.DOI: https://doi.org/10.30773/pi.2024.0273 Published online July 16, 2025. Investigating the Quality of Family Relationships and Goal Attainment: Analyzing the Mediating Role of Psychological Distress Arsalan Haider1,2,3,4 <style=’vertical-align:middle’> , Read More …
Autophagy and Inflammation in Neuropsychological Disorders
Description: In recent years, there has been considerable interest in the impact of inflammation on neuropsychological disorders, as it has the potential to significantly affect our psychiatric understanding and treatment approaches. Neuropsychological disorders encompass a wide range of conditions that Read More …
Telemedicine for Psychosomatic Disorders: Effectiveness and Challenges- call for special issue
Special Issue Information In recent years, telemedicine has emerged as a vital tool in the diagnosis, management, and treatment of psychosomatic disorders, offering increased accessibility and continuity of care. This special issue invites original research, reviews, and clinical reports that Read More …
Somatic symptom burden, PTSD, and dissociation: Cross-sectional findings from 995 international female mental health service users
Highlights • Large global study of PTSD/CPTSD and somatic symptoms in 995 female participants. • Dissociation showed the strongest association with somatic symptom severity. • Trauma symptoms accounted for an additional 32 % of the variance in somatic burden. • PTSD, Read More …
Artificial Intelligence, Online Algorithms, and the Influence of Propaganda
In the digital age, the intersection of artificial intelligence, online algorithms, and the pervasive influence of propaganda has become a focal point of concern and study. This chapter delves into the intricate relationship between these elements, exploring how AI technologies, Read More …
Novel Cognitive Assessment Approaches in Alzheimer’s Disease Research
Alzheimer’s disease (AD) is a neurodegenerative disorder characterized by the progressive deterioration of cognitive abilities. Recognized as the most common form of dementia, it is often observed in elderly individuals. According to current studies, AD is incurable and exhibits a Read More …
