PMID: Adv Exp Med Biol. 2020 ;1228:123-136. PMID: 32342454 Abstract Title: Exercise and Polycystic Ovary Syndrome. Abstract: Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a complex endocrinopathy affecting both the metabolism and reproductive system of women of reproductive age. Prevalence ranges from 6.1-19.9% depending on the criteria used to give a diagnosis. PCOS accounts for approximately 80% …
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Relation of physical activity with the depression: A short review.
PMID: J Lifestyle Med. 2020 Jan 31 ;10(1):1-6. PMID: 32328443 Abstract Title: Relation of Physical Activity with the Depression: A Short Review. Abstract: According to the studies, physical exercise can prove to be a viable tool for the treatment of depressed patients. In the present review, various research studies from the year 2017-2019 were analyzed. …
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The current chapter provides a review of exercise and its outcomes, safety, and prescription in Multiple sclerosis.
PMID: Adv Exp Med Biol. 2020 ;1228:333-343. PMID: 32342468 Abstract Title: Exercise and Multiple Sclerosis. Abstract: Multiple sclerosis (MS) is an immune-mediated disease of the central nervous system (CNS) with an estimated prevalence approaching 1 million adults in the United States. The disease pathogenesis and resulting damage express as dysfunction (e.g., walking and cognitive impairment) …
Physical activity may also be useful in reducing the symptoms of comorbid mental health conditions.
PMID: Adv Exp Med Biol. 2020 ;1228:345-352. PMID: 32342469 Abstract Title: Exercise and Anxiety. Abstract: Anxiety disorders are a group of highly prevalent mental health conditions that can have a debilitating impact on daily functioning and well-being. They can co-occur with other mental health disorders, such as depression. People with anxiety disorders are also at …
Effects of exercise on memory interference in neuropsychiatric disorders.
PMID: Adv Exp Med Biol. 2020 ;1228:425-438. PMID: 32342475 Abstract Title: Effects of Exercise on Memory Interference in Neuropsychiatric Disorders. Abstract: There are several mechanisms that cause memory impairment, including motivated forgetting, active forgetting, natural decay, and memory interference. Interference occurs when one is attempting to recall something specific, but there is conflicting information making …
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Effects of exercise on long-term potentiation in neuropsychiatric disorders.
PMID: Adv Exp Med Biol. 2020 ;1228:439-451. PMID: 32342476 Abstract Title: Effects of Exercise on Long-Term Potentiation in Neuropsychiatric Disorders. Abstract: Various neuropsychiatric conditions, such as depression, Alzheimer's disease, and Parkinson's disease, demonstrate evidence of impaired long-term potentiation, a cellular correlate of episodic memory function. This chapter discusses the mechanistic effects of these neuropsychiatric conditions …
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More frequent interruptions to sedentary time were associated with lower odds of depression/anxiety symptoms.
PMID: Transl Psychiatry. 2020 May 4 ;10(1):128. Epub 2020 May 4. PMID: 32366824 Abstract Title: Associations of interruptions to leisure-time sedentary behaviour with symptoms of depression and anxiety. Abstract: Interruptions to time spent sitting can ameliorate detrimental metabolic-health consequences of high volumes of sedentary time, but their potential mental health benefits have not been examined. …
Electromagnetic hypersensitivity (EHS, microwave syndrome) – Review of mechanisms.
PMID: Environ Res. 2020 Mar 30 ;186:109445. Epub 2020 Mar 30. PMID: 32289567 Abstract Title: Electromagnetic hypersensitivity (EHS, microwave syndrome) – Review of mechanisms. Abstract: Electromagnetic hypersensitivity (EHS), known in the past as"Microwave syndrome", is a clinical syndrome characterized by the presence of a wide spectrum of non-specific multiple organ symptoms, typically including central nervous …
The influence of electromagnetic radiation of cell phones on the behavior of animals.
PMID: Vet World. 2020 Mar ;13(3):549-555. Epub 2020 Mar 24. PMID: 32367963 Abstract Title: The influence of electromagnetic radiation of cell phones on the behavior of animals. Abstract: Background and Aim: The radiation emitted from cell phones has various deleterious effects on human health. The article considers the problem of the effects of electromagnetic radiation …
Public exposure to radiofrequency electromagnetic fields in everyday microenvironments: An updated systematic review for Europe.
PMID: Environ Res. 2019 09 ;176:108517. Epub 2019 May 31. PMID: 31202043 Abstract Title: Public exposure to radiofrequency electromagnetic fields in everyday microenvironments: An updated systematic review for Europe. Abstract: Communication technologies are rapidly changing and this may affect public exposure to radiofrequency electromagnetic fields (RF-EMF). This systematic review of literature aims to update a …
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