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Problematic pornography use (PPU) is an emerging condition associated with several negative psychological and sexual outcomes. This study aimed to systematically review treatment approaches for PPU. Potentially eligible studies were searched for in PubMed/MEDLINE, Embase, PsycINFO, and Web of Science up to April 1, 2023. The quality of the evidence was assessed with the use of the Joanna Briggs Institute's checklists, the Cochrane risk-of-bias tools, and the GRADE approach. A total of 8936 references were retrieved, and 28 studies were included in the systematic review (n = 500 participants). Included studies were case reports (k = 16), case series (k = 1), quasi-experimental investigations (k = 7), and randomized clinical trials (k = 4). The majority of included studies presented overall low quality and significant risk of bias, with all interventions receiving a low or very low rating according to the GRADE approach. Most studies investigated psychological interventions, with the predominance of second and third wave cognitive behavioral therapy interventions. Pharmacological treatments included opioid antagonists (naltrexone in most cases) and antidepressants, while one study investigated a protocol that included rTMS. Several investigations described the combination of psychological and pharmacological approaches. Most studies did not report on side effects, with online and self-help interventions presenting significant issues in terms of treatment adherence. Even though there are promising options that may have efficacy for the treatment of patients with PPU, the literature in the topic still presents significant limitations that compromise the reaching of more definitive conclusions.

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ABSTRACT Objective To investigate the prevalence of internet gaming disorder (IGD) symptoms in a sample of Brazilian adults, and its association with personality, psychiatric symptoms and psychosocial measures. Methods We evaluated 219 adults online recruited using questionnaires and psychometric scales. We evaluated the behavior and pattern of internet games using the Game Addiction Scale (GAS). We tested the association of the previous measures with the GAS scores by spearman correlations and multiple regression analysis. Results Of our sample, 74% played games online. We found correlations between IGD symptoms and most symptoms of mental disorders, with small or moderate effect sizes, as well as correlations with the personality traits of agreeableness (r = -0.272; p < 0.001), conscientiousness (r = - 0.314; p < 0.001), and neuroticism (r = 0.299; p < 0.001). Additionally, we found a negative association with psychosocial outcomes such as quality of life (r = -0.339; p < 0.001) and life satisfaction (r = - 0.202; p < 0.003). The multivariate model included the personality traits of conscientiousness and agreeableness and symptoms of dissociation and somatization as predictors. The prevalence of IGD was 9% in those who played online games. Conclusion IGD is correlated with different areas of the individual's life, such as personality, quality of life, and several common symptoms of mental disorders. The prevalence can be considered high among players (9%). Conscientiousness, agreeability, somatic symptoms, and dissociative symptoms were associated with the symptoms of IGD.

RESUMO Objetivo Investigar a prevalência de sintomas do transtorno do jogo pela internet (TJI) em uma amostra de adultos brasileiros e sua associação com personalidade, sintomas psiquiátricos e medidas psicossociais. Métodos Avaliamos 219 adultos recrutados on-line por meio de questionários e escalas psicométricas. Avaliamos o comportamento e o padrão dos jogos na internet usando a Game Addiction Scale (GAS). Testamos a associação das medidas anteriores com as pontuações na GAS por meio de correlações de Spearman e análise de regressão múltipla. Resultados De nossa amostra, 74% jogavam jogos on-line. Encontramos correlações entre sintomas do TJI e a maioria dos sintomas de transtornos mentais, com tamanhos de efeito pequenos ou moderados, bem como correlações com os traços de personalidade de amabilidade (r = -0,272; p < 0,001), conscienciosidade (r = - 0,314; p < 0,001) e neuroticismo (r = 0,299; p < 0,001). Além disso, encontramos uma associação negativa com resultados psicossociais, como qualidade de vida (r = -0,339; p < 0,001) e satisfação com a vida (r = - 0,202; p < 0,003). O modelo multivariado incluiu os traços de personalidade de conscienciosidade e amabilidade e sintomas de dissociação e somatização como preditores. A prevalência de TJI foi de 9% entre os que jogavam jogos on-line. Conclusão O TJI está correlacionado com diferentes áreas da vida do indivíduo, como personalidade, qualidade de vida e vários sintomas comuns de transtornos mentais. A prevalência pode ser considerada alta entre os jogadores (9%). Conscienciosidade, amabilidade, sintomas somáticos e sintomas dissociativos estavam associados aos sintomas do TJI.

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Introducción: El nivel de riesgo de consumo se establece a partir de la exposición que tiene una persona a ciertos factores de riesgo o características individuales, familiares o sociales, que posibilitan o aumentan el consumo de sustancias psicoactivas (SPA). Objetivo: Este estudio tuvo como propósito relacionar el nivel de riesgo de consumo de SPA con el uso problemático de videojuegos y redes sociales, a fin de establecer su posible papel como factores de riesgo de tipo social. Método: Se realizó un estudio de tipo cuantitativo con un diseño no experimental transversal de alcance descriptivo correlacional con la participación de 736 estudiantes. Se emplearon como instrumentos de recolección de datos el cuestionario sociodemográfico, prueba de tamizaje ASSIST 3,1, cuestionario de adicción a redes sociales - ARS y el cuestionario de Experiencias Relacionadas con los Videojuegos - CERV. Resultados: Algunos resultados sugieren mayor exposición al consumo de sustancias alcohólicas, derivados del tabaco, del cannabis y mayores niveles en el uso problemático de redes sociales y videojuegos. Conclusiones: A partir de lo hallado, las evidencias apuntan a que el aumento de riesgo no depende de la tipología familiar, al contrario de lo que pasa con el sexo, a su vez el consumo de tabaco, alcohol, cocaína, inhalantes, sedantes y opiáceos dependen de variaciones.

Introduction: The level of risk of consumption is established from the exposure that a person has to certain risk factors or individual, family, or social characteristics, which enable or increase the consumption of psychoactive substances (PAS). Objective: The purpose of this study was to relate the level of risk of PAS consumption with the problematic use of video games and social networks, in order to establish their possible role as social risk factors. Method: A quantitative study was carried out with a non-experimental cross-sectional design of descriptive correlational scope with the participation of 736 students. The sociodemographic questionnaire, ASSIST 3,1 screening test, social network addiction questionnaire ARS and the Video Game Related Experiences Questionnaire CERV were used as data collection instruments. Results: It was found Some results suggest greater exposure to the consumption of alcoholic substances, tobacco derivatives, cannabis derivatives and higher levels in the problematic use of social networks and video games. Conclusions: From what was found, the evidence points to the fact that increased risk does not depend on family typology, contrary to what happens with sex, in turn the consumption of tobacco, alcohol, cocaine, inhalants, sedatives and opiates depend on variations.

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Substance use disorder (SUD) assessment and measurement in Brazil, as well as in many other countries, face significant shortcomings. The Measurement in the Addictions for Triage and Evaluation (MATE) was developed as a public domain tool, drawing from validated scales and incorporating World Health Organization International Classification of Functioning, Disability, and Health (ICF) framework. The Brazilian version of the MATE (MATE-pt-BR) was evaluated for its reliability and validity, with a total of 239 subjects participating in the study, and data collected between 11/01/2021 and 09/01/2022. The majority were male (79.2%), with diverse racial backgrounds. The substances most prevalently used in the last 30 days were. Alcohol (73.2%), nicotine (63.6%), and cocaine (44.2%). The mean scores for MATE modules showed variations, with Module Q2 assessing psychological well-being having high internal consistency (Cronbach's alpha = 0.92). MATE-pt-BR demonstrated robust internal consistency, with Module 6 (personality) and Module 2 (medical and psychiatric consultation indicators) being exceptions. MATE-pt-BR exhibited significant correlations among its sections and strong discriminant validity. Moreover, the paper compares MATE-pt-BR with the Addiction Severity Index (ASI-6), which is considered the gold-standard measure for SUD assessments. MATE-pt-BR offers a valuable tool for assessing substance use and related functional impairments in the Brazilian context.

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Introducción: La búsqueda de la eficiencia en la atención a la salud de la población representa una prioridad para cada uno de los niveles de atención, por lo que es vital identificar los elementos que permitan una mejora continua en las instituciones. La gestión del conocimiento es utilizada para tal fin y se ha estudiado a la par de otras variables como: la cultura organizacional, el liderazgo y la disponibilidad y el uso de tecnologías de la información y comunicación. Objetivo: El objetivo del estudio fue analizar la relación de la gestión del conocimiento con estas variables en centros de atención primaria a las adicciones del noroeste de México. Métodos: Se aplicó un cuestionario (α = .977) a 80 profesionales de la salud que laboraban en esas instituciones. Se encontraron relaciones positivas, grandes y significativas entre la gestión del conocimiento y el liderazgo (r = .816, p <. 001) y entre la gestión del conocimiento y la cultura organizacional (r =. 802, p <. 001). Sin embargo, se encontró una correlación positiva y moderada con la variable tecnologías de la información y comunicación. Conclusiones: Se concluye que en los centros de atención primaria a las adicciones del noroeste de México la cultura organizacional y el liderazgo se consideran los factores más importantes para contribuir al éxito de la gestión del conocimiento, principalmente en la adquisición y la transferencia del conocimiento. Es importante considerar en estudios futuros los beneficios sociales y económicos de emplear la gestión del conocimiento en la toma de decisiones organizacionales.

Introduction: The search for efficiency in health care for the population signifies a priority for each level of care, so it is vital to identify the elements allowing continuous improvement in institutions. Knowledge management is used for this purpose and it has been studied along with other variables such as organizational culture, leadership and the availability and use of information and communication technologies. Objective: The objective of the study was to analyze the relationship of knowledge management with these variables in primary addiction care centers in Northwest Mexico. Methods: A questionnaire (α = .977) was applied to 80 health professionals who worked in these institutions. Positive, large and significant relationships were found among knowledge management and leadership (r = .816, p < .001) and among knowledge management and organizational culture (r = .802, p < .001). However, positive and moderate correlation was found with the information and communication technologies variable. Conclusions: It is concluded that in primary addiction care centers in Northwest Mexico, organizational culture and leadership are considered the most important factors to contribute to the success of knowledge management, mainly in the acquisition and transfer of knowledge. It is important to consider in future studies the social and economic benefits of using knowledge management in organizational decision making.

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In the present study, we investigated gender differences in personality and psychiatric correlates among adults (N = 115) seeking treatment for problematic internet use (PIU) at a specialized clinic in São Paulo, Brazil. All participants were assessed at the beginning of their treatment for co-occurring psychiatric conditions, other addictive behaviors, and personality characteristics. Women (n = 20) were more likely to present with greater rates of psychiatric comorbidity compared to men (n = 95), including mood disorders, anxiety disorders, obsessive-compulsive disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, and bulimia nervosa. Women also had a greater severity of certain behavioral addictions, such as compulsive buying and disordered eating. Gender differences were also found across personality characteristics, with women scoring higher on impulsivity, novelty seeking, and self-transcendence compared to men. To our knowledge, the present study is the first to investigate gender differences for PIU in a clinical sample. The results suggest that there are notable gender differences in individuals seeking treatment for PIU which underscores the importance of assessing for co-occurring conditions, especially in women. Understanding the characteristics associated with PIU can help serve to inform the most appropriate interventions to bolster treatment outcomes.

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BACKGROUND: Most cannabinoids usually present several limitations when evaluating their clinical use, mainly related to the side effects they may cause at the central nervous system and other levels. In this regard, nanotechnology applied to the development of pharmacotherapeutic nanoformulations has become an attractive tool that allows taking advantage of the beneficial properties of multiple drugs while minimizing or avoiding their undesirable side effects. Nanotechnology is a relatively recent scientific field that involves the study, manipulation, development, and characterization of drug delivery systems at the nanoscale (1 to 1000 nm; 1 nm= 1x10-9 m). Usually, the physicochemical properties of matter at the nanoscale are significantly different compared to the matter at the macroscale, which provides several advantages over conventional therapeutic alternative types of organic and inorganic drug delivery nanosystems. Posology, size, composition, surface properties, and different physicochemical characteristics may directly or indirectly influence their pharmacodynamic and pharmacokinetic behavior and, consequently, their biomedical use. PURPOSE OF REVIEW: This mini-review summarizes the main recent findings on nanomedical strategies and applications for cannabinoid encapsulation, raising the possibility of transferring these advances to the therapy of addictions. Highlights Standpoints: The nano therapy significantly improves the pharmacokinetic and pharmacodynamic behavior of multiple active pharmaceutical ingredients with different limitations and disadvantages, thus enhancing the therapeutic compliance of patients. In general, cannabinoids loaded in nanoformulations offer greater efficacy, lower toxicity and more controlled/prolonged release than cannabinoids in free form.

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El abuso del uso de las redes sociales genera dificultades en los individuos para las relaciones interpersonales, laborales y académicas. Se desarrolló una investigación con el objetivo de determinar la relación entre adicción a redes sociales y la procrastinación académica en estudiantes de una universidad privada de la selva peruana, durante el segundo período académico de 2021. El diseño metodológico fue no experimental con alcance correlacional y corte transversal. La población estuvo compuesta por universitarios matriculados en el período académico 2021-II, a partir de la cual se seleccionaron 304 alumnos mediante muestreo no probabilístico por sujetos voluntarios. Los instrumentos aplicados fueron: el Cuestionario de Adicción a Redes Sociales y la Escala de Procrastinación Académica. El 78,6% de la muestra tenía edades entre 18 y 26 años y el 62,2% correspondió al sexo femenino. La mayoría estaba matriculada en la Facultad de Ciencias de la Salud (50%) y el 27,6% cursaban el cuarto año. La distribución de los datos no resultó normal (p<0,05). Los valores globales de adicción a redes sociales y procrastinación académica no se correlacionaron estadísticamente (p>0,05). En las dos variables: adicción a las redes sociales y procrastinación, además de sus correspondientes dimensiones, la mayoría de los estudiantes involucrados se catalogaron en el nivel medio. No existió correlación estadística entre las dos variables principales del estudio; sin embargo, sí existió en lo referente a la adicción a las redes sociales en relación con la autorregulación académica y la postergación de actividades

The abuse of the use of social networks generates difficulties in people for interpersonal, work, and academic relationships. This research aimed to determine the relationship between addiction to social networks and academic procrastination in students at a private university from the Peruvian jungle, during the second academic period of 2021. The methodological design was non-experimental with a correlational scope, and cross-sectional. The population was constitu-ted by university students enrolled in the academic period 2021-II. 304 students were selected through non-probabilistic sampling by volunteer subjects. The instruments applied were the Social Network Addiction Questionnaire and the Academic Procrastination Scale. 78.6% of the sample were between 18 and 26 years of age and 62.2% were female. Most of them were enro-lled in the Faculty of Health Sciences (50%) and 27.6% were in their fourth year. The data distri-bution was not normal (p<0.05). The global values of addiction to social networks and academic procrastination were not statistically correlated (p>0.05). In the two variables (addiction to social networks and procrastination), most of the students involved were classified in the medium level. There was no statistical correlation between the two main variables of the study; however, it did exist in relation to addiction to social networks in relation to academic self-regu-lation and the postponement of activities.

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BACKGROUND: Substance use disorders are among the most stigmatized conditions worldwide. People with substance use disorder (PWSUD) are often considered responsible for their use of drugs. The objectives are to analyze changes in Mexican attitudes toward PWSUD in the general population over the period 2011 to 2016 and to use the latest Mexican household survey to determine which segments of the population are most likely to have negative attitudes. METHODS: Two representative national household surveys employing similar methodologies were conducted in Mexico in 2011 and 2016 with persons aged 12-65 years. Participants were asked about their attitudes toward PWSUD, and changes were compared across GLM. RESULTS: The surveys found a decrease from 2011 to 2016 in the number of respondents who considered PWSUD "sick" or in "need of help" and an increase in the number who believed they were "selfish" or "criminal". The 2016 survey found that men, people 18 years of age or older, people who do not use drugs and people with lower educational levels were the groups with the most negative attitudes toward PWSUD. CONCLUSIONS: These results suggest that it may not be recognized that PWSUD may have a health problem and that this helps to increase stigmatization towards this population.

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BACKGROUND: Addictions are a group of chronic and recurrent diseases of the brain characterized by a pathological search for reward or relief through the use of a substance or other action. This situation implies an inability to control behavior, difficulty in permanent abstinence, a compelling desire to consume, decreased recognition of significant problems caused by behavior and interpersonal relationships, and a dysfunctional emotional response. The result is a decrease in the quality of life of the affected person, generating problems in their work, academic activities, social relationships, or family or partner relationships. Unfortunately, there are not enough pharmacotherapeutic solutions to treat addictions due to the complexity of their physiopathology and signaling pathways. Therefore, it is an imperative search for new pharmacological alternatives which may be used for this purpose. PURPOSE OF REVIEW: This review summarizes the main recent findings of the potential therapeutic effects of different cannabinoids on treating several addictions, including alcohol, opioids, methamphetamine, cocaine, and nicotine use disorders. Highlights Standpoints: It has been demonstrated that many phyto, synthetic, and endogenous cannabinoids may act as therapeutic molecules in this psychiatric pathology through their action on multiple cannabinoid receptors. To highlight, cannabinoid receptors, types 1 and 2 (CB1 and CB2) have a crucial role in modulating the anti-addictive properties of these compounds.

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Resumen La Práctica Basada en Evidencia (PBE) es un proceso que inicia con el conocimiento de las evidencias disponibles y concluye con la selección de la mejor intervención para su implementación en escenarios clínicos lo cual impacta la efectividad de las intervenciones. Objetivo. Caracterizar el perfil de los terapeutas que laboran en 17 centros de tratamiento ambulatorio en adicciones del noroeste de México, además de sus conocimientos y habilidades en el uso de la PBE (fuentes de consulta, uso de manuales) y percepción de su autoeficacia. Método. Participaron 102 terapeutas, se contemplaron dos etapas: cuantitativa basada en la aplicación del CUTEA y cualitativa con aplicación de entrevista semi-estructurada, buscando contrastar las respuestas. Resultados. La mayoría de los participantes tuvo dificultad para describir el concepto de PBE, solo el 37.25% logró una adecuada definición sin embargo, reportaron altos niveles (95.91%) de autoeficacia para implementarla. En relación a las fuentes de consulta el 50% reportó utilizar cualquier buscador comercial en internet, mientras que el 46.08% referían usar los manuales de la institución. Al ingreso a su trabajo, no contaban con capacitación en adicciones ni en el área clínica. Discusión. Se aborda la necesidad del entrenamiento en la PBE y no solo en la implementación de tratamientos específicos.

Abstract Introduction. Evidence-Based Practice (EBP) is a process which starts with the knowledge of available evidence and concludes with the evaluation and selection of the best intervention for the implementation in clinical settings, this process impact the efficacy of the interventions. The variables which can impact on the EBP could be: personal and institutional variables and therapist skills and variables of the interventions. However, to make decisions in the clinical context, it has prevailed a position based on the risks and needs of the clients, which would justify using any treatment, regardless of its effectiveness, which makes the professional psychologist a passive subject who is dedicated only to implementing interventions that institutions request. Therefore, EBP demands that the psychologist be critical of the research and this allows the identification of the best evidence available and also must have the skills to adapt that evidence to their particular context. The objective is to characterize the profile of therapists working in 17 outpatient treatment centers in Mexico, as well as the skills related to the use of EBP (sources of consultation and use of manuals, transfer of knowledge to the population and other therapists) and perception of their self-efficacy. Method. This is a cross-sectional research in which 102 therapists participated. Two stages were considered: quantitative, based on the application of a questionnaire, and the second was qualitative, seeking to contrast the responses. Results. Most of the participants had difficulties in explaining EBP, but reported high levels of self-efficacy to implement it. At the beginning of their work, they had no training in addictions or in the clinical area. Discussion. The need for training in EBP from undergraduate studies is addressed so that future therapists will find it more natural to implement it in clinical settings, through the analysis of scientific articles and, if possible, its application.

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Objetivo: comprender cuáles son los efectos generados por el Phubbing en las rela-ciones de pareja adulta. Materiales: la investigación es cualitativa y fenomenológica, para ello se trabaja con las historias de vida recolectadas por medio de una entrevista a profundidad, la misma se diseñó teniendo en cuenta las categorías de análisis. Po-blación: para el trabajo de campo se contó con cinco personas, adultos jóvenes con edades entre 25 a 40 años. Metodología: la presente investigación comprendida en el periodo de febrero hasta noviembre de 2020 se realizó bajo un enfoque cualitativo con diseño fenomenológico, el cual lleva a una comprensión e interpretación en amplitud del fenómeno, enfocado desde la realidad subjetiva de los informantes, es un enfoque dinámico donde las hipótesis y preguntas pueden manifestarse en cualquier momento (Hernández Sampieri et al., 2014). Resultados: se reconoce que este fenómeno es sig-nificativamente interferente en las relaciones de pareja, fomentando sentimientos de abandono e incluso en algunos casos de desconfianza. Conclusión: el consumo de las nuevas tecnologías permite apreciaciones encontradas, en tanto se encuentran postu-ras a favor y en contra; en todo caso el fenómeno resulta conflictivo cuando no se tiene un uso racional y mediático, llegando a interponerse como una barrera comunicativa

Objective: to understand the effects generated by Phubbing in adult couple relationships. Materials: the research is qualitative and phenomenological, for this we work with life stories collected through an in-depth interview, which was designed taking into account the categories of analysis. Population: for the field work there were five people, young adults between 25 and 40 years of age. Methodology: the present research, from February to November 2020, was conducted under a qualitative approach with a phenomenological design, which leads to a broad understanding and interpretation of the phenomenon, focused on the subjective reality of the informants, it is a dynamic approach where the hypothesis and questions can be expressed at any time (Hernández Sampieri, 2014). Results: it is recognized that this phenomenon is significantly interfering in couple relationships, fostering feelings of abandonment and even in some cases of distrust. Conclusion: the consumption of new technologies allows conflicting appreciations, as there are positions in favor and against, in any case the phenomenon is conflictive when it is not used rationally and mediatically, becoming a communicative barrier

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RESUMEN Introducción: hace varios meses el mundo se enfrenta a una situación de confinamiento para librar una intensa batalla relacionada con la COVID-19, causada por el SARS-CoV-2. A raíz de lo que ha representado este aislamiento social ya comienza a visibilizarse los daños a la salud mental de quienes lo enfrentan, principalmente los niños y adolescentes. El uso de la tecnología ha sido una opción para muchos y quienes han abusado de la misma hoy sufren la repercusión psicológica que puede generar cualquier adicción. Objetivo: describir las alteraciones psicológicas de los niños y adolescentes relacionada con el abuso de la tecnología en tiempos de COVID-19. Métodos: se realizó una búsqueda bibliográfica en bases de datos Medline/Pubmed, Elseiver, Scielo y Google académico. Se utilizó descriptores como pandemia, confinamiento, tecnología, adicciones, salud mental. Resultados: la medida de confinamiento en el mundo ha demostrado ser la acción más efectiva contra el SARS-CoV-2. Los niños y adolescentes son los que más problemas psicológicos pueden presentar a raíz de esta medida. El uso y abuso de la tecnología durante el confinamiento exacerba manifestaciones psicopatológicas por la pérdida en el control de los impulsos y la poca capacidad de adherirse a actividades más saludables y placenteras. Conclusiones: el confinamiento genera estrés, esto lleva al abuso de tecnología en los más jóvenes. Los trastornos del sueño, la agresividad, la ira, el pobre control de los impulsos, trastornos alimentarios, ansiedad, hiperactividad que aparecen se relacionan con la pérdida del control de estas conductas riesgos.

ABSTRACT Introduction: for several months the world has been facing a confinement situation to fight an intense battle related to COVID-19, caused by SARS-CoV-2. As a result of what this social isolation has represented, the damage to the mental health of those who face it, mainly children and adolescents, is beginning to become visible. The use of technology has been an option for many and those who have abused it today suffer the psychological repercussions that any addiction can generate. Objective: to describe the psychological alterations of children and adolescents related to the abuse of technology in times of COVID-19. Methods: a bibliographic search was carried out in Medline / Pubmed, Elseiver, Scielo and academic Google databases. Descriptors such as pandemic, confinement, technology, addictions, mental health were used. Results: the confinement measure in the world has proven to be the most effective action against SARS-CoV-2. Children and adolescents are the ones who can present the most psychological problems as a result of this measure. The use and abuse of technology during confinement exacerbates psychopathological manifestations due to loss of impulse control and poor ability to adhere to healthier and more enjoyable activities. Conclusions: confinement generates stress, this leads to the abuse of technology in the youngest. Sleep disorders, aggressiveness, anger, poor impulse control, eating disorders, anxiety, hyperactivity that appear are related to the loss of control of these risky behaviors.

RESUMO Introdução: hávários meses o mundo enfrenta uma situação de confinamento para travar uma intensa batalha relacionada ao COVID-19, causada pelo SARS-CoV-2. Em função do que representou esse isolamento social, os danos à saúde mental de quem o enfrenta, principalmente crianças e adolescentes, começam a se tornar visíveis. O uso da tecnologia tem sido uma opção para muitos e quem a abusou hoje sofre as repercussões psicológicas que qualquer vício pode gerar. Objetivo: descrever as alterações psicológicas de crianças e adolescentes relacionadas ao uso abusivo de tecnologia na época do COVID-19. Métodos: foi realizada pesquisa bibliográfica nas bases de dados Medline / Pubmed, Elseiver, Scielo e Google acadêmico. Descritores como pandemia, confinamento, tecnologia, vícios, saúde mental foram usados. Resultados: a medida de confinamento em todo o mundo tem se mostrado a ação mais eficaz contra a SARS-CoV-2. Crianças e adolescentes são os que mais podem apresentar problemas psicológicos com esta medida. O uso e o abuso de tecnologia durante o confinamento exacerba as manifestações psicopatológicas devido à perda de controle dos impulsos e baixa capacidade de aderir a atividades mais saudáveis ​​e agradáveis. Conclusões: o confinamento gera estresse, isso leva ao abuso da tecnologia nos mais jovens. Os distúrbios do sono, agressividade, raiva, mau controle dos impulsos, distúrbios alimentares, ansiedade, hiperatividade que aparecem estão relacionados à perda de controle desses comportamentos de risco.

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RESUMEN Introducción: la preparación pedagógica implica la incorporación a los profesores universitarios de los modos de actuación propios de la Educación Superior. Objetivo: diseñar programas de preparación pedagógica de los profesionales de la salud para la lucha contra las drogadicciones. Método: con una integración de métodos teóricos y empíricos, los procedimientos seguidos en esta investigación se corresponden con los de una investigación pedagógica. Mediante la investigación bibliográfica se precisó la concepción de preparación pedagógica, en particular para la lucha contra las drogadicciones y con otros métodos de investigación se alcanzó la identificación del nivel en que se encuentra, estableciéndose el problema científico en cómo contribuir a la preparación pedagógica para la lucha contra las drogadicciones. Resultados: se caracterizó la relación entre desarrollo profesional, preparación pedagógica de los profesionales de la salud y la lucha contra las drogadicciones, a partir de la que se diseñan programas de cursos y entrenamientos preparatorios sobre drogas y su prevención Conclusión: se ofrecen programas de curso y entrenamientos sobre drogas, sus retos y prevención que dota a los profesionales de la salud de herramientas pedagógicas en su preparación para la lucha contra las drogadicciones, concebidos y ejecutado con fiables resultados al aplicarse a la muestra de este estudio.

ABSTRACT Introduction: the pedagogic preparation implies the incorporation to the university professors of the modes of acting of Higher Education. Objective: to design educational preparation programs for health professionals in the fight against drug addiction. Method: With an integration of theoretical and empirical methods, the procedures followed in this research correspond to those of pedagogical research. Through bibliographic research, the concept of pedagogical preparation was specified, in particular for the fight against drug addiction, and with other research methods the identification of the level in which it is found was reached, establishing the scientific problem in how to contribute to the pedagogical preparation for the drug addiction prevention. Results: The relationship between professional development, pedagogical preparation of health professional and drug addiction prevention was characterized; programs of courses and training on prevention are designed. Conclusion: Course programs and training on prevention are offered, providing health professionals with pedagogical tools in their preparation, conceived and executed with reliable results when applied to the sample of this study.

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BACKGROUND: Relatively few studies have assessed the prevalence, correlates, and independent impact on quality of life (QoL) of trichotillomania (TTM) in large samples. METHODS: Consecutive participants (N = 7639) were recruited from a cross-sectional web-based study. Sociodemographic data were collected and several validated self-reported mental health measures were completed (Minnesota Impulsive Disorders Interview, Hypomania checklist, Fagerström Test for Nicotine Dependence, Alcohol Use Disorders Identification Test, Early Trauma Inventory Self Report-Short Form, and the Symptom Checklist-90-Revised Inventory). Health-related QoL was assessed with the World Health Organization QoL abbreviated scale (WHOQOL-Bref). Multivariable models adjusted associations to potential confounders. RESULTS: The sample was predominantly composed of young females (71.3%; mean age: 27.2 ± 7.9 years). The prevalence of probable TTM was 1.4% (95% confidence intervals [CI]: 1.2-1.7), and was more common among females. Participants with probable TTM had a greater likelihood of having co-occurring probable depression (adjusted odds ratio [ORadj] = 1.744; 95% CI: 1.187-2.560), tobacco (ORadj = 2.250; 95% CI: 1.191-4.250), and alcohol (ORadj = 1.751; 95% CI: 1.169-2.621) use disorders. Probable TTM was also independently associated with suicidal ideation (ORadj = 1.917; 95% CI: 1.224-3.003) and exposure to childhood sexual abuse (ORadj = 1.221; 95% CI: 1.098-1.358). In addition, a positive screen for TTM had more impaired physical and mental QoL. CONCLUSIONS: TTM was associated with a positive screen for several psychiatric comorbidities as well as impaired physical and psychological QoL. Efforts towards the recognition and treatment of TTM across psycho-dermatology services are warranted.

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La codependencia es un problema que afecta a cada vez más personas, siendo esta la que caracteriza frecuentes estados de insatisfacción y sufrimiento personal, donde la persona se encuentra enfocada en atender las necesidades de su pareja y/o de otras personas, sin tomar en cuenta las propias, a partir de una necesidad de que la conducta de otra persona se desarrolle desde las propias expectativas, al tiempo que se vive la imposibilidad de expresarlo de manera clara y asertiva en el día a día. Terapéuticamente esta problemática ha sido y sigue siendo motivo de consulta en contextos de rehabilitación y procesos de recuperación en adicciones, estando representada en la naturaleza de los vínculos que se establecen al interior de una familia o de una pareja. De ahí la importancia del abordaje terapéutico de la red de apoyo del adicto, ya que esta tiende a considerar la adicción como un asunto único de la persona en rehabilitación. Desde hace algo más de 20 años, este tema ha sido motivo de investigación de terapeutas, psicólogos, psiquiatras y consejeros, quienes han propiciado discusiones a la luz de establecer un concepto de codependencia y qué elementos de esta merecen la pena tener en cuenta al momento de establecer líneas o planes de tratamientos para las personas que sufren esta condición

Codependency is a problem that affects more and more people, being this the one that characterizes frequent states of dissatisfaction and personal suffering, where the person is focused on meeting the needs of their partner and / or other people, without taking into account their own, from a need for the behavior of another person to develop from their own expectations, while experiencing the impossibility of expressing it clearly and assertively on a day-to-day basis. Therapeutically, this problem has been and continues to be a reason for consultation in the context of rehabilitation and recovery processes in addictions, being represented in the nature of the bonds that are established within a family or a couple. Hence the importance of the therapeutic approach of the addict's support network, since it tends to consider addiction as a unique issue for the person in rehabilitation. For a little over 20 years, this topic has been the subject of research by therapists, psychologists, psychiatrists and counselors, who have fostered discussions in the light of establishing a concept of codependency and what elements of it are worth taking into account at the time of establish treatment lines or plans for people who suffer from this condition

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El presente trabajo fue llevado a cabo durante el año 2018 en la provincia de Buenos Aires, Argentina, dentro una institución especializada en personas que padecen de consumo problemático de sustancias psicoactivas. En el mismo se presentará el resultado del análisis de un dispositivo grupal de orientación psicoanalítica con la utilización de técnicas psicodramáticas. Uno de los malestares que se manifestaba constantemente en los pacientes internados en la institución se relaciona al vínculo con su familia y/o grupo continente. Este vínculo se caracterizaba en la mayoría de los casos por ser escaso o prácticamente nulo. En relación a esto, los miembros del grupo consideraban que el "ser adicto" los alejó de sus afectos. Pensando sobre esta problemática se realizó el grupo terapéutico, con el objetivo de poder trabajar la dinámica intervincular de cada uno de los integrantes del grupo, así como también interrogar sobre la identificación al "ser adicto". Se realizó una lectura de lo sucedido en el grupo en dos tiempos, tomando como fundamento lo planteado por Massimo Recalcati. Partiendo desde un primer momento de identificación grupal "monosintomática", se promovieron las condiciones de posibilidad de trabajar sobre la singularidad del caso por caso

The present study is located in Buenos Aires Province, Argentina, in the year 2018, executed in an specialized institution of consumption of psychoactive substances pathologies. The aim of the following work is to present the result of a psychoanalytic group in relation with the use of "psychodramatic" techniques. Hospitalized patients constantly manifested discomforts related to the bond with their family and/or continent group. Said bond was characterized in most cases as being scarce or practically non-existent. And members of the group considered that "the addiction" distanced them from their affections. Regarding this problem, the therapeutic group was carried out, with the aim of being able to work on the inter-bond dynamics of each members of the group, as well as questioning about the identification of "being addicted". The final approach was made in two stages considering what happened in the group, taking Massimo Recalcati (2015) as a reference. Conditions of possibility were promoted to address the singularity of each case starting from the first moment of "monosymptomatic" group identification

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BACKGROUND: Information on the comorbidity of mental health problems in prison populations is scarce. The aim of the present study was to assess the prevalence of comorbidities at intake to prison between three diagnostic groups: severe mental illnesses (SMIs), personality disorders (PDs), and substance use disorders (SUDs). The co-occurrence of those disorders in prison populations may require the integration of differential treatment approaches and novel treatment trials. METHODS: A consecutive sample of N = 427 (229 male and 198 female) individuals committed to imprisonment in Santiago de Chile was assessed with the Mini Neuropsychiatric Interview and the Structured Clinical Interview for DSM-IV (module for borderline personality disorders) on arrival at prison. Diagnoses were a priori grouped as SMI including psychosis, bipolar disorder and major depression, PD including borderline and antisocial PD and SUD including alcohol and drug abuse or dependence. Sex stratified multivariate binary logistic regression analyses were conducted to assess sociodemographic, criminal and treatment characteristics of individuals with at least one diagnosis from each of the three diagnostic groups. RESULTS: The triad of SMI, PD, and SUD was present in n = 138 (32.3%; 95% IC: 28.0-36.9) study participants, n = 105 (45.9%; 95% CI: 39.4-52.4) of the men and n = 33 (16.7%; 95% CI: 12.1-22.6) of the women. Among those with the disorder triad, n = 129 (30.2%; 95% CI: 26.0-34.8) had major depression, PD and SUD; n = 54 (12.6%; 95% CI: 9.8-16.2) had psychosis, PD and SUD. The disorder triad was more common in men (OR = 4.86; 95% IC: 2.63-8.95), younger age (OR = 0.94; 95% CI: 0.91-0.97), and participants with lower educational levels (OR = 1.69; 95% CI: 1.01-2.82). The disorder triad was significantly associated with previous incarcerations (OR 2.60; 95% CI: 1.55-4.34) and histories of psychiatric hospitalizations (OR 2.82; 95% CI: 1.27-6.28). DISCUSSION: The complex triad of disorders from different diagnostic groups is common in prison populations, especially among young men. Successful treatment interventions may have the potential to break a cycle of repeat institutionalization in prisons and psychiatric institutions.

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Abstract Introduction Efforts to identify new cases of HIV, HVC and other STIs, through the application of quick tests, focus on people who inject drugs, without taking into account the fact that the use of alcohol and other drugs of abuse inhibits decision making, increasing the transmission of STIs through risky sexual practices. Accordingly, it is necessary to have detection algorithms that consider people who use multiple drugs to improve the identification of new cases and their subsequent linkage with health services. Objective This paper describes the development process of the OPB-APR model for the detection, counseling and referral of people with HIV and other STIs at addiction treatment centers. Method The procedure is divided into three phases: 1. A literature review to identify the basic concepts of HIV and other STIs, substance use, risky sexual behaviors, quick tests, and specialized psychological counseling; 2. A feasibility study in which a health professional is trained to implement the OPB-APR model; 3. Drafting of the final version. Results The final version of the OPB-APR model was obtained, which describes standardized procedures for detection, counseling and referral to health services. Discussion and conclusions The OPB-APR model aims to strengthen the public health system by increasing the coverage of services for the detection of HIV, HCV and other STIs. The above through the implementation of standardized procedures among specialized and non-specialized health professionals of addiction care centers.

Resumen Introducción Los esfuerzos para la identificación de nuevos casos de VIH, VHC y otras ITS, mediante la aplicación de pruebas rápidas, se centra en personas que se inyectan drogas, sin considerar que el consumo de alcohol y otras drogas de abuso inhiben la toma de decisiones incrementando el riesgo de contagio de ITS durante prácticas sexuales de riesgo. Por este motivo, es necesario contar con algoritmos de detección que consideren a personas con múltiples consumos para incrementar la identificación de nuevos casos y su posterior vinculación a servicios de salud. Objetivo Describir el proceso de desarrollo del modelo OPB-APR para la detección, orientación y referencia de personas con VIH y otras ITS en centros de tratamiento de adicciones. Método El procedimiento se dividió en tres fases: 1. Revisión de literatura para identificar conceptos básicos sobre el VIH y otras ITS, consumo de sustancias, conductas sexuales de riesgo, pruebas rápidas, y orientación psicológica especializada; 2. Estudio de factibilidad en el que se entrenó a profesionales de la saludpara implementar el modelo OPB-APR; 3. Integración de la versión final. Resultados Se obtuvo la versión final del modelo OPB-APR el cual describe procedimientos estandarizados para la detección, orientación y referencia a servicios de salud. Discusión y conclusión El modelo OPB-APR pretende fortalecer al sistema público de salud al incrementar la cobertura de servicios para la detección del VIH, VHC y otras ITS. Lo anterior mediante la implementación de procedimientos estandarizados entre los profesionales de la salud especializados y no especializados de centros para la atención de adicciones.