Introduction to Alcohol Use Disorder Screening Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD) represents a chronic relapsing brain disease characterized by compulsive alcohol seeking and use, loss of control over intake, and a negative emotional state when not using. Given the profound public health impact of excessive alcohol consumption—contributing to millions of deaths globally and massive economic burdens—systematic […]
Introduction to Anthropometric Measurement Anthropometric measurement, derived from the Greek words anthropos (man) and metron (measure), constitutes the systematic study and measurement of the human body’s physical dimensions, composition, and structure. This discipline is fundamental across various scientific fields, including physical anthropology, forensics, medicine, ergonomics, and sports science, serving as a critical quantitative tool for […]
Introduction and Definition of the ATQ Questionnaire The Automatic Thoughts Questionnaire (ATQ) stands as one of the most widely used and influential psychometric instruments in cognitive psychology, specifically designed to assess the frequency of negative self-statements or cognitions associated with depression. Developed directly from the theoretical framework established by Aaron T. Beck, the ATQ provides […]
Defining Suitability for Bariatric Intervention Bariatric surgery, often referred to as metabolic surgery, represents a highly effective intervention for individuals struggling with severe and complex obesity, medically defined as morbid obesity. Determining suitability for this life-altering procedure is not merely a matter of calculating the Body Mass Index (BMI); rather, it requires a comprehensive, multidisciplinary […]
Introduction to Biopsychosocial Prognoses The concept of prognosis, traditionally focused narrowly on the likely course and outcome of a disease, undergoes a profound expansion when viewed through the lens of the biopsychosocial (BPS) model. This integrated framework, originally articulated by George Engel, posits that health and illness are determined by the intricate interplay of biological […]