Journal of women's health
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The objective is to provide an overview of the clinical features, prognosis, differential diagnosis, evaluation, and treatment of postpartum psychosis. ⋯ The rapid and accurate diagnosis of postpartum psychosis is essential to expedite appropriate treatment and to allow for quick, full recovery, prevention of future episodes, and reduction of risk to the mother and her children and family.
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Journal of women's health · Apr 2006
ReviewThe effectiveness of walking in preventing cardiovascular disease in women: a review of the current literature.
This paper summarizes research examining the effects of walking on the prevention of cardiovascular disease (CVD) and treatment of CVD risk factors in women. Epidemiological evidence indicates that walking reduces a woman's risk for developing CVD. ⋯ With a large number of people living a sedentary lifestyle, it is important to focus on the effects of physical activity options that are both physiologically beneficial and personally appealing and available to the majority of individuals. With studies showing positive results using pedometer- monitored walking to decrease CVD risk, accumulated daily walking as opposed to structured walking activity should also be considered as a viable option in women.
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Journal of women's health · Mar 2006
Comparative StudyThe mental health of U.S. military women in combat support occupations.
The proportion of women in the U.S. military is increasing, and they are being selected into jobs that are more combat related. However, the mental health effects of working in combat support occupations among military women have not been previously evaluated. ⋯ These results are reassuring but may be confounded by a healthy worker selection effect. Further studies are needed to assess how service in combat support occupations affects the long-term health of U.S. military women.
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Journal of women's health · Mar 2006
Comparative StudyGender differences in pain and healthcare utilization for adult sickle cell patients: The PiSCES Project.
Many studies have found gender differences in frequency and intensity of pain. Women often report lower pain thresholds, higher pain ratings, and lower tolerance for pain. People with sickle cell disease (SCD) experience both chronic and acute pain throughout life. ⋯ Contrary to many studies of pain, particularly chronic pain, men and women with SCD reported generally similar pain experiences.