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Dec 05, 2005 |
Abstract |
FM |
Abstract: Posttraumatic stress disorder and physical comorbidity among female children and adolescents: results from service-use data
In young girls who receive Medicaid benefits, PTSD was associated with increased odds of a range of adverse health conditions. |
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Nov 30, 2005 |
Abstract |
FM |
Abstract: Return to work after comparing outpatient multidisciplinary treatment programs versus treatment in general practice for patients with chronic widespread pain
Former studies have questioned the quality and effectiveness of multidisciplinary rehabilitation for working-age adults with fibromyalgia and chronic widespread pain (CWP). High-quality trials are needed, and return to work should also be included as an outcome variable. |
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Nov 23, 2005 |
Abstract |
FM |
Abstract: Fibromyalgia: progress in diagnosis and treatment
Current evidence advocates a multifaceted program for FM emphasizing patient education, medications for improving symptoms, and aggressive use of exercise and cognitive-behavioral approaches to retain or restore function. |
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Nov 11, 2005 |
Abstract |
FM |
Abstract: An attempt at distinguishing subgroups of women with anorexia nervosa and bulimia nervosa by means of the Defense Mechanism Technique modified (DMTm) and the Eating Disorder Inventory (EDI)
In an attempt to identify diagnostically meaningful subgroups in a group of sixty women 18-34 years of age, 19 of them having a DSM-IV diagnosis of anorexia nervosa and 41 of bulimia nervosa, a hierarchical cluster analysis was performed on their data obtained from the Defense Mechanism Technique modified (DMTm) and the Eating Disorder Inventory (EDI). |
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Nov 09, 2005 |
Abstract |
FM |
Abstract: The Fibromyalgia Impact Questionnaire (FIQ): a review of its development, current version, operating characteristics and uses
The Fibromyalgia Impact Questionnaire (FIQ) was developed in the late 1980s by clinicians at Oregon Health & Science University in an attempt to capture the total spectrum of problems related to fibromyalgia and the responses to therapy. It was first published in 1991 and since that time has been extensively used as an index of therapeutic efficacy. |
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Nov 07, 2005 |
Article |
FM |
Vicious Cycle of Fibromyalgia and Emotional Impact: What to Do
Author and FM survivor Rosalie Devonshire writes, "If you had been a healthy, active person and develop fibromyalgia, the symptoms can create havoc in your life. Your inability to engage in activities you once enjoyed can cause you to become frustrated, angry, worried, or depressed. Your inability to meet the needs of your children, spouse, job, or community may contribute to a sense of inadequacy and worthlessness...These are all normal reactions to the losses you suffer when fibromyalgia strikes. You are not alone, however." |
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Oct 31, 2005 |
Abstract |
FM |
Abstract: A pilot study of the effects of behavioral weight loss treatment on fibromyalgia symptoms
The purpose of this pilot study was to investigate the relationship between BMI and FMS symptoms and to determine if FMS symptoms would decrease following weight loss. |
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Oct 31, 2005 |
Events |
FM |
Recognizing Top Fibromyalgia Professionals in Michigan
Helping Our Pain and Exhaustion, (H.O.P.E.) a non profit organization for Fibromyalgia and Chronic Fatifgue would like to recognize and thank Michigan professionals in the medical community, for their commitment and dedication to helping Fibromyalgia patients. |
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Oct 25, 2005 |
Article |
FM |
National Fibromyalgia Association to release initial findings on Epidemiological Survey on Fibromyalgia
The National Fibromyalgia Association (NFA) and a coalition of national experts on Fibromyalgia will release initial findings on the first ever multi-center epidemiological survey on Fibromyalgia during a press briefing on October 25 at 2 p.m. at Costa Mesa's Holiday Inn Hotel. |
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Oct 12, 2005 |
Abstract |
FM |
Abstract: Age and the Experience of Chronic Pain: Differences in Health and Quality of Life Among Younger, Middle-Aged, and Older Adults
This study found that the prevalence rates for chronic pain do vary with age and that the middle-aged group may be a high-risk group of patients with chronic pain. |
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