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White Matter Microstructure Alterations: A Study of Alcoholics with and without Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder

White Matter Microstructure Alterations: A Study of Alcoholics with and without Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder

Open Access Peer-reviewed Research Article Caitlin A. Durkee, Joelle E. Sarlls, Daniel W. Hommer, Reza Momenan Published: November 18, 2013 https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0080952 Abstract Many brain imaging studies have demonstrated reductions in gray and white matter volumes in alcoholism, with fewer investigators using diffusion tensor imaging (DTI) to examine the integrity of white matter pathways. Among various medical conditions, alcoholism and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) are two comorbid diseases that have similar degenerative effects on the white matter integrity. Therefore, understanding and…

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What makes a violent mind? The interplay of parental rearing, dark triad personality traits and propensity for violence in a sample of German adolescents

What makes a violent mind? The interplay of parental rearing, dark triad personality traits and propensity for violence in a sample of German adolescents

Open Access Peer-reviewed Research Article Alexander Yendell , Vera Clemens , Julia Schuler, Oliver Decker Published: June 22, 2022 https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0268992 Correction 20 Jan 2023: The PLOS ONE Staff (2023) Correction: What makes a violent mind? The interplay of parental rearing, dark triad personality traits and propensity for violence in a sample of German adolescents. PLOS ONE 18(1): e0280898. https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0280898 View correction Abstract Machiavellianism, narcissism and psychopathy are socially aversive personality traits that are strongly linked to the propensity of violence….

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Childhood physical abuse and subsequent violent victimization among people who use illegal drugs in Vancouver, Canada

Childhood physical abuse and subsequent violent victimization among people who use illegal drugs in Vancouver, Canada

Open Access Peer-reviewed Research Article Julie Sagram , William Lee, JinCheol Choi, M.-J. Milloy , Kanna Hayashi , Kora DeBeck , Evan Wood , Thomas Kerr Published: August 12, 2021 https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0255875 Abstract Background Violent victimization is common among people who use illegal drugs (PWUD) and is a source of significant health-related harm. However, little attention has been paid to how antecedent childhood trauma among PWUD may contribute to the risk of victimization in adulthood. Objective This study sought to examine…

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Childhood trauma, PTSD/CPTSD and chronic pain: A systematic review

Childhood trauma, PTSD/CPTSD and chronic pain: A systematic review

Open Access Peer-reviewed Research Article Maria Karimov-Zwienenberg , Wilfried Symphor, William Peraud, Greg Décamps Published: August 30, 2024 https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0309332 Abstract Background Despite the growing body of literature on posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and chronic pain comorbidity, studies taking into account the role of childhood exposure to traumatic and adverse events remains minimal. Additionally, it has been well established that survivors of childhood trauma may develop more complex reactions that extend beyond those observed in PTSD, typically categorized as complex trauma…

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How does CEO narcissism affect enterprise ambidextrous technological innovation? The mediating role of corporate social responsibility

How does CEO narcissism affect enterprise ambidextrous technological innovation? The mediating role of corporate social responsibility

Open Access Peer-reviewed Research Article Zeping Wang , Xingqiu Hu, Feifei Yu Published: January 20, 2023 https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0280758 Abstract In the context of a dynamic environment and increasing competition, innovation is the key for companies to gain long-term growth. And narcissism, as an important psychological factor influencing CEOs to make corporate decisions, has a significant impact on corporate innovation strategies. This study explores localized dimensions and ways of measuring narcissism among Chinese CEOs. Based on the upper echelons theory, using data…

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Deficits in Degraded Facial Affect Labeling in Schizophrenia and Borderline Personality Disorder

Deficits in Degraded Facial Affect Labeling in Schizophrenia and Borderline Personality Disorder

Open Access Peer-reviewed Research Article Annemiek van Dijke , Mascha van ‘t Wout, Julian D. Ford, André Aleman Published: June 14, 2016 https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0154145 Citation: van Dijke A, van ‘t Wout M, Ford JD, Aleman A (2016) Deficits in Degraded Facial Affect Labeling in Schizophrenia and Borderline Personality Disorder. PLoS ONE 11(6): e0154145. https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0154145 Editor: Christian Schmahl, Central Institute of Mental Health, GERMANY Received: August 11, 2015; Accepted: April 8, 2016; Published: June 14, 2016 Copyright: © 2016 van Dijke et…

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Narcissus’ belief about his body: Aspects of narcissism, body image, and eating disorder symptoms

Narcissus’ belief about his body: Aspects of narcissism, body image, and eating disorder symptoms

Open Access Peer-reviewed Research Article Piotr Szymczak , Daniel Talbot, Emanuela S. Gritti, Peter K. Jonason Published: November 9, 2023 https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0293578 Abstract Objective Narcissism may play a role in shaping body image concerns. Here we examined the relationships between narcissism (i.e., agentic extraversion, antagonism, narcissistic neuroticism, leadership/authority, exhibitionism/entitlement) and body image concerns and disturbances (i.e., drive for thinness, drive for muscularity, eating disorder symptoms, body mass index, current/desired fat, and current/desired muscularity). Methods Mechanical Turk workers from the USA (N…

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Problematic Peer Functioning in Girls with ADHD: A Systematic Literature Review

Problematic Peer Functioning in Girls with ADHD: A Systematic Literature Review

Open Access Peer-reviewed Research Article Francien M. Kok , Yvonne Groen, Anselm B. M. Fuermaier, Oliver Tucha Published: November 21, 2016 https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0165119 Abstract Objective Children with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) experience many peer interaction problems and are at risk of peer rejection and victimisation. Although many studies have investigated problematic peer functioning in children with ADHD, this research has predominantly focused on boys and studies investigating girls are scant. Those studies that did examine girls, often used a male…

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Expensive Egos: Narcissistic Males Have Higher Cortisol

Expensive Egos: Narcissistic Males Have Higher Cortisol

Open Access Peer-reviewed Research Article David A. Reinhard, Sara H. Konrath, William D. Lopez, Heather G. Cameron   Published: January 23, 2012 https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0030858 Correction 12 Jul 2012: Reinhard DA, Konrath SH, Lopez WD, Cameron HG (2012) Correction: Expensive Egos: Narcissistic Males Have Higher Cortisol. PLOS ONE 7(7): 10.1371/annotation/1c60eca3-794f-4a09-8a82-e43ed3cc2009. https://doi.org/10.1371/annotation/1c60eca3-794f-4a09-8a82-e43ed3cc2009 View correction Abstract Background Narcissism is characterized by grandiosity, low empathy, and entitlement. There has been limited research regarding the hormonal correlates of narcissism, despite the potential health implications. This study examined the role of…

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Atypical Antipsychotics as Augmentation Therapy in Anorexia Nervosa

Atypical Antipsychotics as Augmentation Therapy in Anorexia Nervosa

Open Access Peer-reviewed Research Article Enrica Marzola, Nadia Desedime, Cristina Giovannone, Federico Amianto, Secondo Fassino, Giovanni Abbate-Daga Published: April 29, 2015 https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0125569 Abstract Anorexia nervosa (AN) is a life-threatening and difficult to treat mental illness with the highest mortality rates of any psychiatric disorder. We aimed to garner preliminary data on the real-world use of olanzapine and aripiprazole as augmentation agents of Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors (SSRIs) in adult inpatients affected by AN. We retrospectively evaluated the clinical charts of…

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