Yue Cui¹, Ziqing Yang², Hao Gao^1,*

International Journal of Mental Health Promotion, Vol.28, No.1, 2026, DOI:10.32604/ijmhp.2025.072986 - 28 January 2026

Abstract Background: In the Chinese context, the impact of short video applications on the psychological well-being of older adults is contested. While often examined through a pathological lens of addiction, this perspective may overlook paradoxical, context-dependent positive outcomes. Therefore, the main objective of this study is to challenge the traditional Compensatory Internet Use Theory by proposing and testing a chained mediation model that explores a paradoxical pathway from social support to life satisfaction via problematic social media use. Methods: Data were collected between July and August 2025 via the Credamo online survey platform, yielding 384 valid responses… More >

Myunghoon Roh¹, Katalin Parti², Diego Gomez-Baya^3,*, Cheryl E. Sanders⁴, Elizabeth K. Englander⁵

International Journal of Mental Health Promotion, Vol.28, No.1, 2026, DOI:10.32604/ijmhp.2025.072605 - 28 January 2026

Abstract Background: Bullying is a current social and educational problem with detrimental consequences in adolescence and later life stages. Previous research has explored the risk or protective factor at different socio-ecological levels, but further integration is needed to examine the relationships of family characteristics. This study examines how parenting style and attachment relate to adolescents’ bullying and cyberbullying, and whether parental phubbing mediates these links. Methods: Grounded in social bonding theory, we surveyed a cross-sectional convenience sample of U.S. college students (N = 545; Mean_age = 19.60, SD = 1.41) who retrospectively reported middle/high-school experiences from Massachusetts, Colorado,… More >

Jinqian Li¹, Jianhong Wu^2,*

International Journal of Mental Health Promotion, Vol.27, No.12, pp. 1883-1896, 2025, DOI:10.32604/ijmhp.2025.071306 - 31 December 2025

Abstract Background: Platform algorithms driving content presentation are profoundly shaping the experience of younger users. While prior research has examined anxiety stemming from young adults’ social media usage, the link between upward social comparison and anxiety remains unclear. This study aims to investigate the mediating role of upward social comparison in this relationship and determine the moderating role of psychological resilience. Methods: A cross-sectional survey was conducted among 562 young Chinese adults aged 18–35 (53% female). Data were collected via an online questionnaire employing validated measurement instruments, including scales for social media usage patterns, upward comparator behaviour… More >

Harshdeep Singh^*, Pawan Vasudeva, Thiyagarajan Kalaiselvi Aravind

Canadian Journal of Urology, Vol.32, No.6, pp. 685-689, 2025, DOI:10.32604/cju.2025.064435 - 30 December 2025

Abstract Background: Brunn’s cyst is a seldom encountered etiology in a wide spectrum of causative pathologies producing lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS) in a young male, causing voiding symptoms, with prompt symptom resolution following surgical management. A diagnostic dilemma may arise, as other bladder neck cystic lesions differ in anatomical location, etiology, and the nature of associated LUTS. Case Description: We report a middle-aged male patient with Brunn’s cyst with a brief description of our management strategies and a review of available literature. Conclusions: Brunn’s cyst is a rare but treatable cause of bladder outlet obstruction in More >

Abdul Baseet Arham¹, John M. Rieth², Michael A. O’Donnell^3,*

Canadian Journal of Urology, Vol.32, No.6, pp. 605-620, 2025, DOI:10.32604/cju.2025.063632 - 30 December 2025

Abstract Background: Genitourinary (GU) sarcomas are rare soft tissue malignancies, comprising around 2% of all GU cancers. Due to their rarity, limited data exist on optimal management and long-term outcomes. This study presents a 25-year single-institution experience, evaluating clinical presentation, treatment strategies, and survival outcomes, aims to identify trends over time and potential predictors of prognosis. Methods: A retrospective review was conducted of patients aged ≥18 years diagnosed with GU sarcomas at the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics (1998–2023). Data on tumor subtype, staging, histopathology, treatment modalities, and survival outcomes were analyzed. Kaplan-Meier analysis estimated… More >

Yen-Chun Wang¹, Kamolthip Ruckwongpatr², Amornthep Jankaew³, Apiradee Pimsen⁴, Chirawat Paratthakonkun⁵, I-Hua Chen⁶, Jung-Sheng Chen⁷, Hsin-Chi Tsai^8,9,*, Nadia Bevan¹⁰, Chung-Ying Lin^1,11,12,13,*

International Journal of Mental Health Promotion, Vol.27, No.11, pp. 1645-1661, 2025, DOI:10.32604/ijmhp.2025.071081 - 28 November 2025

Abstract Background: Weight stigma is prevalent and has multiple sources, which have significant effects on individual, social, physical, and psychological health. This study evaluated the psychometric properties of the Thai version of WeSEI to provide a valid tool to assess weight stigma in Thai young adults. Methods: A cross-sectional online survey recruited 517 Thai university students from October 2024 to May 2025. All participants completed demographic information and standardized self-reported instruments, including WeSEI, Depression, Anxiety, and Stress scale 21 (DASS-21), Weight Self-Stigma Questionnaire (WSSQ), and Perceived Weight Stigma Scale (PWSS). The psychometric properties of the Thai version… More >

Antonio Ruggiero^1,2,*, Dario Talloa¹, Alberto Romano¹, Giorgio Attinà¹, Stefano Mastrangelo^1,2, Palma Maurizi^1,2, Tommaso Verdolotti³, Gianpiero Tamburrini^4,5, Silvia Chiesa⁶, Rina di Bonaventura⁷, Pier Paolo Mattogno⁷, Alessandro Olivi^7,8, Alessio Albanese^7,8

Oncology Research, Vol.33, No.12, pp. 3855-3867, 2025, DOI:10.32604/or.2025.067948 - 27 November 2025

Abstract Background: Adult medulloblastoma (MB) represents less than 1% of central nervous system malignancies, lacking standardized therapeutic approaches due to its rarity. This retrospective single-center analysis aimed to assess survival outcomes and treatment-associated toxicities in adult MB patients managed with pediatric-derived protocols. Methods: Eighteen patients (≥18 years) with MB treated at Fondazione Policlinico Universitario Agostino Gemelli Istituto di Ricovero e Cura a Carattere Scientifico (IRCCS) (January 1997–January 2024) were analyzed. All received craniospinal radiotherapy with posterior fossa boost, followed by adjuvant chemotherapy utilizing pediatric regimens (PNET3, PNET4, PNET5, or high-risk protocols incorporating high-dose chemotherapy with autologous… More >

Runzhang Liang^1,2, Haiyun Yuan^1,2, Shusheng Wen^1,2,*

Congenital Heart Disease, Vol.20, No.4, pp. 447-449, 2025, DOI:10.32604/chd.2025.067838 - 18 September 2025

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Ye Hoon Lee¹, Yoonjung Park^2,*

International Journal of Mental Health Promotion, Vol.27, No.8, pp. 1133-1148, 2025, DOI:10.32604/ijmhp.2025.069800 - 29 August 2025

Abstract Objectives: Population aging is occurring at a rapid speed all over the world, bringing considerable public health challenges, including for the mental health of older adults. Considering that older populations are prone to depression and stress, the need for effective preventive interventions is critical. Thus, we conducted a study aimed at exploring the preventive impact of a community-based Tai Chi program over 8 weeks on depression and perceived stress in healthy older adults in South Korea. Methods: A quasi-experimental design was utilized, with 63 older adults participating (31 individuals in the Tai Chi group and… More >

Ya-Wen Chang^1,2, Hsiu-Chuan Chen³, Shih-Chi Chung⁴, Wai-Lam Lao⁵, Ching-Pyng Kuo^2,4,6,*, Shu-Hsin Lee^2,4,6,7,*

International Journal of Mental Health Promotion, Vol.27, No.7, pp. 979-994, 2025, DOI:10.32604/ijmhp.2025.066026 - 31 July 2025

Abstract Background: Cognitive stimulation therapy (CST) is a non-pharmacological intervention designed to improve cognitive function and emotional well-being in individuals with dementia. However, limited studies have evaluated its efficacy in Chinese-speaking populations. This study aimed to assess the effects of a 12-week cognitive stimulation intervention on cognitive function and depression in older adults with mild dementia. Methods: This quasi-experimental study employed a repeated measures design with a non-randomized experimental and control group. Participants (N = 40) 65 years and older with mild dementia (clinical dementia rating (CDR) = 0.5–1) were recruited from a regional hospital and… More >