Advances in Psychobiology ( Health Psychology Research Focus )

Publication series : Health Psychology Research Focus

Author: Francesco Chiappelli  

Publisher: Nova Science Publishers, Inc.‎

Publication year: 2018

E-ISBN: 9781536134810

P-ISBN(Paperback): 9781536134803

Subject: B84 Psychology

Keyword: 心理学

Language: ENG

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Advances in Psychobiology

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Chapter 3

The Polypharmacy Phenomenon: A Review of Risk Reduction Strategies in the Older Adult

Abstract

Introduction

Phenomenon of Polypharmacy

Interventions Aimed at Risk Reduction

Education

Medication Reconciliation Process

Multi-Disciplinary Based Approach

De-Prescribing

Tools

Beers’ Criteria for Potentially Inappropriate Medication Use in Older Adults

Screening Tool of Older Persons’ Prescriptions (STOPP)

Screening Tool to Alert Doctors of Right Treatment (START)

Medication Appropriateness Index (MAI)

Anecdotal Example

Implications for Practice

Acknowledgments

References

Chapter 4

Periodization of Biofeedback Training: New Trends in Athletic Preparation

Abstract

Introduction

Fundamentals of Sport Training

Background of Biofeedback Training in Sport

Integration of Biofeedback Training with PST

New Trend in Biofeedback Training: The LMA Approach

Simulation Training Exercise Program

Conclusion

References

Chapter 5

Psychophysiology Research in the Detection of Ionizing Radiation Effects

Abstract

Introduction

Brain Bioelectrical Activity and Ionizing Radiation: Historical Perspectives

Psychophysiological Effects of Acute Radiation Sickness after the Chorbobyl Disaster

Psychophysiological Effects of Ionizing Radiation at Very Low and Low to Moderate Doses after the Chorbobyl Disaster

Psychophysiological Effects of Prenatal Irradiation and Exposure at the Age of 0–1 Years

Conclusion

References

Chapter 6

Long Term Effects of Delta 9-Tetrahydrocannabinol Exposure in Adolescence on Peripheral and Central Cytokines

Abstract

Introduction

Adolescence

Effect of THC Exposure During Adolescence on Peripheral Immune Responses

Effect of THC Treatment on HPA Axis in Adolescent Animals

Effect of THC on Brain Cytokines

Conclusion

References

Chapter 7

Clinical Perspectives of the Immune-Hematopoietic Correlates of Circadian Rhythms and Melatonin

Abstract

Introduction

Sympatho-Adrenergic Regulation of Hematopoiesis

Melatonin

1. Melatonin and the Immune System

2. Melatonin and Hematopoiesis

3. Concluding Remarks

References

Chapter 8

The Gut-Brain Axis in Neuropsychopathology

Abstract

The Gut-Brain Axis

1. The Brain

2. The Gut

3. The GI Immune System

The Role of Stress

Gastrointestinal Disorders

1. Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)

2. Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)

Neuropsychiatric Disorders and GI Function

1. Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)

2. Parkinson’s Disease

3. Schizophrenia

4. Bipolar Disorder

Conclusion

References

Chapter 9

Glucoallostasis and Higher Integrative Brain Functions

Abstract

Introduction

Mechanisms of Regulation of Glucoallostasis

Peripheral Components of Glucoallostasis Regulation

Kidney

Liver

Pancreas

Portal Vein

Carotid Body

Skeletal Muscle and Adipose Tissues

Central Components of Glucoallostasis Regulation

Brainstem Regulation of Glucoallostasis

Hypothalamic Regulation of Glucoallostasis

Limbic and Cortical Regulation of Glucoallostasis

Relationship Between Glucoallostasis and Higher Integrative Brain Functions

Conclusion

References

Chapter 10

An Overview of the Neurochemistry Measurable with 1H Magnetic Resonance Spectroscopy in Neuropsychiatric Research: Towards Development of Functional MRS as a Tool for Psychobiology

Abstract

Introduction

N-Acetylaspartate and N-Acetylaspartylglutamate

Myo-Inositol

Glutamate/Glutamine

Choline

Creatine

Glutathione

GABA

Lactate

Conclusion

References

Chapter 11

Neuropsychological Functions of the Gut Microbiota

Abstract

Introduction

Composition of the Gut Microbiota

Functional Relationship between the Gut and the Brain: The Gut Microbiota-Brain Axis

Mechanisms of Regulation of Functions by the Gut Microbiota-Brain Axis

Neural Link

Neuroimmunological Link

Endocrine Link

Neuropsychological (Learning, Memory, Emotion, and Cognitive) Functions are Modulated by the Gut Microbiota

Conclusion

References

Index

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