American Journal of Psychiatry and Neuroscience

Volume 7, Issue 4, December 2019

  • A Rare Case of Wilsons Disease with Zoophilia

    Prakash Barman, Madhurima Khasnobis, Kamal Nath

    Issue: Volume 7, Issue 4, December 2019
    Pages: 78-82
    Received: 19 August 2019
    Accepted: 4 October 2019
    Published: 17 October 2019
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    Abstract: Wilsons Disease also known as hepatolenticular degeneration is a autosomal recessive disorder, characterized by abnormal copper deposition in the liver, brain, and other tissues caused by mutation in the copper transporting gene ATP7B. Patients presents with neurological and hepatic disorder. Psychiatric manifestation are common along with movement... Show More
  • Neuroleptic Malignant Syndrome, a Sequalae of Multiple Administration of Antipsychotics: A Case Report

    Nervana Abdelfattah Hafez Elbakary, Mohamed Adil Shah Khoodoruth

    Issue: Volume 7, Issue 4, December 2019
    Pages: 83-87
    Received: 21 September 2019
    Accepted: 9 October 2019
    Published: 5 November 2019
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    Abstract: Neuroleptic malignant syndrome (NMS) is a lethal adverse drug reaction (ADR) that is often attributed to the administration of dopamine blockers, antiemetic agents as well as anti-parkinsonism medication withdrawal. We describe a challenging case of NMS, with malignant catatonia as a differential diagnosis, who was difficult to respond to treatment... Show More
  • Novel Insights into the Psychopathology of War

    James Paul Pandarakalam

    Issue: Volume 7, Issue 4, December 2019
    Pages: 88-99
    Received: 9 October 2019
    Accepted: 6 November 2019
    Published: 12 November 2019
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    Abstract: Background: To grasp the terrible nature and enormity of nuclear weapons is a painful exercise of the imagination. Recent political developments between different nuclear countries are quite alarming. A nuclear war would be an absolute disrespect and cruelty toward humanity and nature. Religion is simply made a scapegoat in times of wars. The psych... Show More
  • In Differential Diagnosis of Dementia Application of Easy Z-score Imaging System in Single Photon Emission Computed Tomography Brain Perfusion Scan

    Nasreen Sultana, Hiroshi Matsuda, Azmal Kabir Sarker, Jasmine Ara Haque, Rafiqul Islam

    Issue: Volume 7, Issue 4, December 2019
    Pages: 100-107
    Received: 20 October 2019
    Accepted: 6 November 2019
    Published: 12 November 2019
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    Abstract: Application of easy Z score imaging system (eZIS) on brain perfusion SPECT images for quantitative evaluation of rCBF has attempted to explore the differential diagnosis of dementia with various degenerative diseases and to evaluate discrimination of early Alzheimer’s disease (AD) from other types of dementia. This retrospective study was done with... Show More
  • A Review of Psychosocial Interventions in Patients with Advanced Cancer in Latin America and the Value of CALM Therapy in This Setting

    Paulina Troncoso, Anne Rydall, Sarah Hales, Gary Rodin

    Issue: Volume 7, Issue 4, December 2019
    Pages: 108-118
    Received: 13 May 2019
    Accepted: 6 November 2019
    Published: 21 November 2019
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    Abstract: Background: Advanced cancer is associated with multiple profound and practical challenges, including physical suffering and support needs. Depressive symptoms and other manifestations of distress are common in this population. At present, little professional support is available to help to alleviate the psychological distress of patients and famili... Show More
  • To Assess the Compliance of Monitoring Metabolic Symptoms Associated with Antipsychotics in an Inpatient Setting in a Tertiary Care Hospital in Karachi, Pakistan

    Humera Saeed, Maheen Batool, Muhammad Shameel Khan, Rabeeka Aftab, Mohammad Zaman

    Issue: Volume 7, Issue 4, December 2019
    Pages: 119-125
    Received: 19 October 2019
    Accepted: 12 November 2019
    Published: 26 November 2019
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    Abstract: Mental health problems like schizophrenia, bipolar affective disorder and use of second generation antipsychotics (SGA) are linked to the risk of developing metabolic syndrome. The purpose of our study was to determine the level of compliance to monitoring metabolic symptoms associated with second generation antipsychotics according to the standard... Show More
  • Understanding Medjugorje Apparitional Experiences: Medical and Parapsychological Perspectives

    James Paul Pandarakalam

    Issue: Volume 7, Issue 4, December 2019
    Pages: 126-141
    Received: 16 November 2019
    Accepted: 5 December 2019
    Published: 11 December 2019
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    Abstract: Background. The continuing apparitional events at Medjugorje in Bosnia offer an opportunity for sceptics to gain fresh insight into an alleged mystical-cum-paranormal phenomenon. Initially, the apparitional experiences occurred in a collective manner ruling out the possibilities of psychological and spiritual artefacts. Ostensibly, according to the... Show More
  • Mental State of the Workers of the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research (MESRS) in Benin in 2018

    Gansou Grégoire Magloire, Eganhoui Denis, Klikpo Elvyre, Gnansounnou Glele Alda Lidwine Ekoundayo, Houessou Patrick Yélindo Dossou

    Issue: Volume 7, Issue 4, December 2019
    Pages: 142-146
    Received: 20 November 2019
    Accepted: 12 December 2019
    Published: 23 December 2019
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    Abstract: The work environment is an environment at risk for the psychological well-being of workers. This research is conducted on a population of 348 workers from the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research (MESRS) in Benin. It was a cross, descriptive study, with an analytical goal, with non-probabilistic sampling, and by convenience. The res... Show More
  • Prevalence of Radiological Abnormalities Among Psychiatric Inpatients: A Study from the United Arab Emirates

    Amir Mufaddel, Ghanem Al Hassani, Shakhboot Al Bedwawi, Ossama Osman

    Issue: Volume 7, Issue 4, December 2019
    Pages: 147-152
    Received: 5 December 2019
    Accepted: 18 December 2019
    Published: 30 December 2019
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    Abstract: Background: This is a cross sectional retrospective study aimed to estimate the prevalence of brain aberrations visible on computed tomography (CT) scan or magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) in psychiatric patients admitted to the main tertiary hospital of Alain city in the United Arab Emirates. Methods: Between January 2011 and December 2013, 1,586 ... Show More
  • Controversies on the Repercussions of Cannabis Use on Mental Health: Critical Clarifications

    José Manuel Bertolín-Guillén

    Issue: Volume 7, Issue 4, December 2019
    Pages: 153-157
    Received: 1 December 2019
    Accepted: 19 December 2019
    Published: 31 December 2019
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    Abstract: Background. It is scientifically undeniable that there is a relationship between cannabis use, psychoses of different types and other mental disorders. Frequent use of cannabis as well as high potency synthetic cannabis has special clinical significance for public health. Method. A review of the best and most current specialized literature publishe... Show More