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Quality of life in hospitalized COVID-19 patients: The role of psychosocial, in...
Pereira, M. Graça; Vilaça, Margarida; Santos, Martim; Carvalho, Sandra; Leite, Jorge; Santos Silva, André; Consentino, Marco; Marino, FrancaIntroduction: A significant proportion of COVID-19 survivors continues to suffer from persistent physical and psychological sequelae after hospital discharge. Materials and methods: This cross-sectional study aimed to analyze the roles of psychosocial, inflammatory, and dopaminergic pathways in the relationship between posttraumatic stress symptoms (PTSS), rumination, and quality of life (QoL) in patients hospi...
Patients' experiences and unmet needs in atrial fibrillation: implications for ...
Machado, Ana Mónica de Macedo Mendonça; Ferraz, Ana Sofia; Leite, Fernanda; Pereira, M. GraçaBackground: Atrial fibrillation is a common cardiac arrhythmia that significantly impacts patients' daily lives. While clinical management is well established, and despite growing interest in patient-centred care, the perception and emotional response of patients with AF remain less explored. Objective: This study aimed to explore the experiences and perceived needs of patients with atrial fibrillation. Methods...
Beyond COVID-19 infection: cognitive and emotional pathways between posttraumat...
Vilaça, Margarida; Carvalho, Sandra; Leite, Jorge; Leite, Fernanda; Pereira, M. GraçaBackground: Hospitalization during the COVID-19 pandemic has been linked with increased psychological distress, cognitive impairment, and reduced quality of life (QoL). Posttraumatic stress symptoms (PTSS) and rumination may significantly influence QoL outcomes, yet the mechanisms underlying these effects remain poorly understood. Based on the Cognitive Aging Model, this study examines the mediating effects of ...
The indirect role of emotions in university students’ psychological well-being
Pereira, M. Graça; Guimarães, Ana Raquel Machado; Bernardo, Ana Cristina; Vilaça, MargaridaMental health difficulties in university students are an increasing concern, especially after the COVID-19 global crisis. This study used a cross-sectional design to analyze the effect of psychological factors on students’ psychological well-being. Participants were 190 university students enrolled in undergraduate or graduate programs at a public university. Based on previous research and grounded theoretical ...
Integrated care in atrial fibrillation: A multidisciplinary approach to improve...
Machado, Ana Mónica; Leite, Fernanda; Pereira, M. GraçaBackground: Atrial fibrillation (AF) is the most common arrhythmia globally, associated with serious complications such as stroke and heart failure, as well as significant impacts on patients' quality of life. Objectives: This theoretical article explores the role of integrated care in the management of AF, highlighting the need for a multidisciplinary approach that goes beyond rhythm and heart rate control. Me...
Beyond the beats: a systematic review of the underlying inflammatory pathways b...
Machado, Ana Mónica Macedo Mendonça; Ferraz, Ana Sofia; Pereira, M. Graça; Leite, FernandaAtrial fibrillation (AF) and cognitive decline represent significant health challenges with increasing prevalence and significant socioeconomic implications. Emerging evidence suggests a potential link between AF and cognitive decline, including dementia and Alzheimer’s disease, although the underlying mechanisms remain incompletely understood. Inflammation has emerged as a key mediator in cardiovascular and ne...
Guia de recursos para a pessoa com doença oncológica e seus cuidadores
Pereira, M. Graça; Grupo Informação em Saúde National Cancer Hub PortugalEste e-book foi desenvolvido com o apoio do National Cancer Hub Portugal (NCH-PT) e respectiva equipa de coordenação e com o apoio financeiro da Agência de Investigação Clínica e Inovação Biomédica (AICIB). O National Cancer Hub é uma iniciativa conjunta da AICIB e do Programa Nacional para as Doenças Oncológicas da Direção-Geral da Saúde (PNDO/DGS). O “Guia de Recursos para a Pessoa com Doença Oncológica e seu...
The impact of interpersonal traumas in Portuguese women’s psychological wellbei...
Costa, Eleonora C. V.; Simões, Joana; Correia, Paulo; Mcintyre, Teresa; Pereira, M. GraçaThe impact of child abuse history and adult rape on 302 Portuguese women’s emotional wellbeing was examined as well as the role of emotional regulation and social support in women’s resiliency. A crosssectional study design was used with retrospective self-report of interpersonal traumas. Women who reported a history of interpersonal trauma also reported more depression and post-traumatic stress (PTSD) symptoms...
Parental psychological adjustment in pediatric acute lymphoblastic leukemia: Th...
Ferraz, Ana; Faria, Susana; Jerónimo, Mónica; Pereira, M. GraçaBackground/Objectives: Acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL) is the most common pediatric cancer, with intense treatments affecting both children and their families. Limited information is available on parental distress and psychological well-being during the first treatment year, with most studies focusing on individuals rather than the family system. This study explores longitudinal changes in parental distress ...
Psychological distress and family stress in Alzheimer’s caregivers: a forgivene...
Brito, Laura; Leite, Ângela; Pereira, M. GraçaBackground: The present study examined how family stress, distress, and forgiveness influenced the quality of life (QoL) of family caregivers (FCs) of persons living with Alzheimer’s disease over time. Method: Using a longitudinal design, data were collected at baseline (T1), 6 months (T2), and 12 months (T3). Results: Family stress at T1 predicted family stress at T2, while forgiveness at T1 predicted family s...