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Geriatric neuropsychology : assessment and intervention /

New York : Guilford Press, 2006 . xii, 467 p. : 27 cm.. 1593852266 (cloth : alk. paper)

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Urdu translation, adaptation and assessment of psychometric properties of brief COPE scale/

Islamabad S3H NUST 2017 . 78p

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Characterization of atrial natriuretic peptide (ANP) response in depression-induced mice models /

By Ali, Saman . . 71p. , Depression is a complex psychological disorder that is also often link to the hormonal imbalances. Our research delves into the intricate relationship between depression and atrial Natriuretic Peptide (ANP), considering the multifaceted influences of neurological, genetic, and environmental factors. With a focus on hormonal imbalances as key contributors to depression, our investigation explores the potential therapeutic effects of Levothyroxine (LT4) in the context of ANP. Utilizing an early weaning mouse model involving maternal separation, we conducted a detailed examination of the anxiolytic effects of LT4, aiming to evaluate its efficacy in alleviating symptoms associated with anxiety and depression. Behavioral assessments and histological analyses were employed to comprehensively evaluate the impact of LT4 on ANP. This study also extends to molecular investigations using RT-PCR to analyze the distribution and expression of ANP within the mouse central nervous system, highlighting the cortex region. Our findings reveal significant differences in brain expression levels of ANP between treated mice and those exhibiting depressive symptoms. This insight suggests potential therapeutic applications of ANP for mitigating depression, presenting intriguing avenues for further research, particularly in the context of depression-induced mouse models through parental separation. This research contributes to an enriched understanding of the complex factors influencing depression and proposes interventions that extend beyond conventional approaches. The integration of behavioral assessments, histological analyses, and molecular investigations offers a holistic perspective, laying the groundwork for future exploration in the critical realm of mental health research. 30cm.

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Therapeutic Potential of Galantamine for Managing the Complications Associated with Ischemic Stroke /

By Ahsan, Mehwish . . 104p. , Ischemic stroke remains the leading cause of illness and second leading cause of death worldwide. Previous research has shown that galantamine has neuroprotective properties, reducing neuronal death and damage in neurodegenerative conditions and improving cognitive function in Alzheimer's disease patients. The investigation looked into the possible mechanisms by which this medication could reduce cell death. Wistar rats were subjected to a temporary 30-minute occlusion of the right middle cerebral artery (MCA) and given an oral dose of 5mg/kg for three weeks. After 18 days of surgery, behavioral assessments were carried out. Galantamine enhanced grip strength, motor function, and muscle strength in rats. Spatial memory and object recognition examinations revealed cognitive improvements, thus indicating enhanced cognitive abilities and memory retention. Moreover, rats subjected to galantamine treatment displayed increased sociability and heightened locomotor activity during social interaction and open-field assessments. Molecular analysis of galantamine treatment in rats showed an upregulation of SOD2 expression, suggesting enhanced antioxidant defense, and a downregulation of TLR4 expression, suggesting a reduction in neuroinflammation, supporting the anti-inflammatory properties of galantamine. The histological analysis done with H&E staining of brain tissue revealed enhanced tissue morphology in the galantamine-treated group, signifying the neuroprotective effects of galantamine. The reduction in neuronal damage, edema, and inflammatory cell infiltration further supported this observation. The results demonstrate that galantamine, potentially through the preservation of a functional cholinergic system, mitigated the impairments caused by stroke in a basic learning and memory test by decreasing cellular death. 30cm.

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Nelson essentials of pediatrics /

. xv, 829 pages; 29 cm.. 9780323775632 | 9780323775625

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Effect of Tactile Stimulation on Visual Memory Performance /

By Latif, Asma . . 80p. , The human eye continuously perceives information about surroundings to be processed and stored in memory so that it can be retrieved. Environmental factors may have positive and negative effects on memory performance and human cognitive processing. Many studies have addressed the effect of auditory circumstances on spatial tasks and visual memory performance. However, only a few studies highlighted the cross-modal interaction between vision for visual cue and touch for training of same visual pattern in tactile pattern. In addition, very little research has been conducted on the effect of tactile stimulation towards memorizing visual tasks. The main objective of this study is to investigate the effect of visuo-tactile stimulation on adult memory. Sixty-two subjects participated in this behavioral study having normal and corrected to normal vision. Participants are divided into two groups and each subject goes thorough Mini mental state examination and Edinburg handedness inventory. The visual assessment task consists of different shapes along with three-digit numbers. During the memorization period, visual assessment task was displayed on computer screen and tactile stimulation was delivered on index finger of the dominant hand of the participant. The participant was provided with an evaluation sheet containing shapes only. If the shape is paired with its corresponding number, then it was be considered correct. The p-value < 0.05 in visual assessment test showed a significant effect of tactile stimulation on visual memory performance. The findings of this study concluded that participants memorized the object number pair task better in the presence of tactile stimulation as compared to control/no stimulation. One of the conclusions of our work is that combing vision and touch sense may improve cognitive ability and may be provided to people during learning and remembering visual tasks. For future recommendations, heterogenous sample along with brain response can be studied. 30cm.

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Multi-Task Learning using Brain Computer Interface /

By Fazal, Mariyam . . 102p. , Brain-computer interfaces (BCIs) can decode not only what users are thinking but also the intensity of their cognitive effort. However, BCIs have traditionally been constrained to single-task applications. Multitask learning (MTL) offers a promising solution by enabling BCIs to handle multiple related tasks simultaneously, enhancing both performance and usability.This study applied MTL to EEG data from N-back working memory tasks (0-back, 2-back, and 3-back) using openaccess data from 26 participants at Technische Universität Berlin. We developed a novel hybrid CNN-LSTM-tAPEformer architecture that integrates Convolutional Neural Networks for spatial feature extraction, Long Short-Term Memory networks for temporal sequence modeling, and Transformer blocks with specialized attention mechanisms for capturing long-range temporal dependencies. The proposed model performs dual functions by classifying accurate behavioral responses while simultaneously measuring cognitive workload across varying task complexity levels. Notable innovations include the development of Time Absolute Position Encoding (tAPE) that enhances temporal processing by integrating sinusoidal positional encoding with adaptive channel-specific encoding to preserve temporal relationships in EEG data. The system incorporates regional and temporal self-attention mechanisms along with global attention pooling to achieve enhanced neural pattern detection. Through leave-one-subject-out cross-validation methodology, the model was trained using data from all participants except one, then evaluated on the excluded individual to assess cross-subject generalization performance. Findings validate the hybrid CNNLSTM-tAPEformer model's efficacy for practical multi-task learning implementations, establishing its utility for BCI applications that demand concurrent cognitive state identification and workload assessment. 30cm.

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Therapeutic Effects of Sound-Mediated Stimulation in a Mouse Model of Depression - A Comparative Study /

By Reemaz, Tooba . . 90p. , Depression is a prevalent neuropsychiatric disorder characterized by mood disturbances, cognitive impairment, and behavioral deficits. While pharmacological treatments such as Fluoxetine are widely used, they often represent limitations including delayed onset of action and side effects, highlighting the need for alternative, non-invasive therapeutic strategies. One promising approach is neuromodulation through gamma entrainment using auditory stimulation, aimed at restoring disrupted neuronal synchronization. This study evaluates the effects of 40 Hz sound stimulation compared to fluoxetine in a chronic restraint stress-induced mouse model of depression, hypothesizing that sound therapy will yield superior recovery outcomes. Mice were divided into control, depressed, fluoxetine-treated, and sound stimulation-treated groups. Behavioral assessments, including the Tail Suspension Test, Forced Swim Test, Social Interaction Test, Sucrose Preference Test, Open Field Test, and Light-Dark Box Test, revealed that 40 Hz sound therapy significantly alleviated depressive-like behaviors, often outperforming fluoxetine. Histopathological analysis focused on the hippocampus and prefrontal cortex showed that sound stimulation preventing neuronal loss and parvalbumin-expressing interneurons, which are crucial for inhibitory circuit function and gamma oscillatory activity. Molecular evaluation through qPCR for pavlb and brain-derived neurotrophic factor; BDNF supported these findings, displaying increased expression levels indicating enhanced interneuron integrity and neuroplasticity. This neuromodulatory treatment encourages the molecular and functional repair of brain circuitry implicated in depression. The findings demonstrated 40 Hz sound entrainment's ability to change brain oscillations and ameliorate cellular and behavioral deficiencies linked to depression, indicating that it may be a novel supplement or substitute for traditional antidepressant treatments. 30cm.

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Social Media Analytics for Mental Health Assessment /

By Liaquat, Umna . . 94p. , Social media has emerged as a tool for exploring the human psyche, offering exceptional access to real-time behavioral signals that are transforming the landscape of computational psychiatry. Among these, bipolar disorder is difficult to detect because of its volatility, requiring robust modeling of emotion, behavior, and timing. Prior studies have largely focused on text-based sentiment analysis and linguistic features to classify mental health conditions; however, these approaches often neglect non-verbal markers such as circadian rhythms and affective variability. Existing models primarily depend on static textual cues, limiting their ability to capture the dynamic, multimodal nature of psychiatric expression. This study addresses these limitations by integrating temporal rhythms, emotional dynamics, and behavioral signals extracted from Reddit user histories to develop predictive models of bipolar disorder and high-risk psychological states. We propose a series of interpretable multimodal architectures employing classical machine learning (Logistic regression, Random Forest, and XGBoost), deep sequence models (LSTM, GRU), and transformer-based frameworks (Roberta, GPT). Our approach incorporates temporal posting features, emotional entropy, and community-level interaction structures. Compared to benchmark studies, our models demonstrate significant improvements in both classification (F1 > 0.99) and regression (R² > 0.89), highlighting the predictive power of fused behavioral signals. This work advances the field by providing a scalable, languageindependent framework for the early detection of psychiatric risk. It also holds broader implications for public health by offering a foundation for real-time, ethically deployable digital mental health tools. 30cm.

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