Introduction to Deprescribing and Attitudinal Context Deprescribing, defined as the planned and supervised process of dose reduction or stopping of medication that is no longer beneficial or potentially causing harm, represents a critical yet complex area within modern pharmacology and patient care. While the clinical rationale for deprescribing is often clear—addressing polypharmacy, reducing adverse drug […]
Defining the Link Between Myocardial Infarction and Depression The relationship between Myocardial Infarction (MI), commonly known as a heart attack, and subsequent major depressive disorder is a critical area of psychological and medical research. This connection is bidirectional and complex, involving physiological, psychological, and social factors. Following an acute cardiac event, patients often experience a […]
Conceptualizing Digital Social Prescription (DSP) Digital Social Prescription (DSP) represents a crucial advancement at the intersection of public health, technology, and primary care, aiming to systematically address the social determinants of health (SDOH) through scalable digital platforms. Unlike traditional social prescribing, which often relies on analog referral systems, DSP utilizes dedicated software, applications, or integrated […]
Attitudes toward Health Record Systems The successful implementation and sustained utilization of modern Health Record Systems (HSRs), encompassing Electronic Health Records (EHRs) and Electronic Medical Records (EMRs), hinge critically upon the attitudes of end-users, primarily physicians, nurses, and administrative staff. Attitudes are complex psychosocial constructs that reflect an individual’s evaluation—positive or negative—of a specific entity, […]
Attitudes toward Electronic Health Electronic Health, commonly abbreviated as eHealth, encompasses the application of information and communication technologies (ICT) across the health sector, including clinical care, education, surveillance, and health administration. The successful integration and utilization of these digital tools—such as Electronic Health Records (EHRs), telemedicine platforms, mobile health applications (mHealth), and patient portals—are fundamentally […]
Introduction: Defining Attitudes toward End-Of-Life Care Attitudes toward End-Of-Life Care (EoL) represent complex cognitive and affective schemas that individuals, families, and societies hold regarding the processes, decisions, and quality of care received when death is imminent or anticipated due to serious illness. These attitudes are fundamental in shaping the trajectory of care, influencing choices ranging […]
Introduction: Defining Functional Disorders and Attitudinal Challenges Functional disorders, often categorized under terms like medically unexplained symptoms (MUS) or functional neurological symptom disorder (FND), represent a pervasive and challenging area within clinical medicine and psychology. These conditions are characterized by genuine, debilitating physical symptoms—such as chronic pain, fatigue, or movement abnormalities—for which routine medical investigation […]
Introduction to Generic Antiepileptic Drugs and Regulatory Framework The management of epilepsy, a chronic neurological disorder affecting millions globally, relies heavily on consistent and effective pharmacotherapy, primarily utilizing Antiepileptic Drugs (AEDs). As healthcare systems worldwide strive for cost containment, the utilization of generic medications has become a critical economic strategy. Generic AEDs offer substantial savings […]
Attitudes toward Genomic Testing Genomic testing, encompassing techniques such as whole-exome sequencing and personalized pharmacogenomics, represents a profound shift in modern medicine, offering unprecedented insights into an individual’s predisposition to disease, drug responsiveness, and ancestry. However, the integration of these powerful diagnostic tools into routine clinical practice is heavily mediated by the psychological and societal […]
Introduction to Hallux Valgus and Surgical Decision-Making Hallux valgus, commonly known as a bunion, represents a complex forefoot deformity characterized by a lateral deviation of the great toe and medial prominence of the first metatarsal head. Attitudes toward surgical correction of this condition are highly nuanced, fluctuating significantly based on the severity of symptoms, patient […]