Polygenic Risk Scores and COPD History Predict COVID-19 Disease Severity
In this study, the researchers explored the potential interaction between genetic risk and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease in relation to severe COVID-19.
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Rates of Interest in Quitting E-Cigarette Among Different Types of Smokers
A majority of individuals who smoke e-cigarettes had an interest in quitting, although this interest was highest in former cigarette users.
Anxiety May Increase Risk for Worsening Asthma During COVID-19 Pandemic
High levels of anxiety are a risk factor for loss of asthma control and decline in disease-related quality of life.
Cannabis Dependency May Affect Outcomes in Asthma Exacerbation Hospitalizations
Patients admitted to the hospital as a result of an asthma exacerbation who were diagnosed with cannabis dependence appeared to have poorer outcomes than those without the diagnosis.
No Increased Incidence of ADHD in Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis
Contrary to our expectation and the hypotheses put forward by Lulé et al., patients with ALS reported significantly lower rates of self-reported childhood ADHD, no difference in adult ADHD rates, and lower levels of attention deficit symptoms compared to the general population.
Autism and Depth of Prenatal Ultrasonographic Penetration: Is There a Link?
Greater depth of ultrasonography may be more likely to alter subependymal or germinal matrix cell migration rather than the more superficial cerebral cortical cells of the developing brain.
Plasma Autoantibodies Possible Biomarker for Schizophrenia
Investigators selected 15 genes associated with schizophrenia due to high expression in both brain tissue and B-lymphocyte cells.
No Evidence of Cognitive Impairment With Lisdexamfetamine Dimesylate in ADHD
Investigators assessed cognition after long-term treatment with lisdexamfetamine dimesylate in children and adolescents with ADHD.
Limited Evidence of Victimization-Induced DNA Methylation
Investigators believe this is the most comprehensive analysis of epigenetic alterations due to victimization stress in a pediatric population.
Written Exposure Therapy as Effective as Cognitive Processing Therapy at Reducing PTSD Symptoms
Cognitive processing therapy was directly compared with written exposure therapy for individuals with PTSD.
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