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The Effect of B‌erberis Vulgaris Extract on Blood Pressure and Weight of the Patients suffered from Non-alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease
Hamzeh Salehzadeh, Razieh Iloun Kashkoolir , Seyyed Saied Najafi, Dr Mohammad Kazem Hosseini Asl, Dr Azadeh Hamedi, Ahmad Kalateh Sadati,
Volume 10, Issue 0 (Supplementary 2013)
Abstract

  Background and Objective: Hypertension in patients with non-alcoholic fatty liver disease is the main cause of cardiovascular disease . The present study aimed to determine the effect of Berberis vulgaris fruit extract on blood pressure and weight in patients with non-alcoholic fatty liver disease.

  

  Material and Methods: This clinical trial was conducted in 2011 on 80 patients with non-alcoholic fatty liver disorder, including 32 males (40%) and 48 females (60%), who were randomly assigned into case and control group. The case group were given two capsules (750 mg) including berberis vulgaris extract every day for three months, while the subjects of control group treated by placebo. Blood pressure and weight of baseline and those of after three month were assessed and analyzed by SPSS software Ver.17, using paired t-test and independent t-test (p≤0.05).

  

  Results: the mean of weight decreased from 80.23±11.68 (baseline) to 78.71±11.31 (End of the third month), which was statistically significant compared to control group (P<0.001). The Mean of systolic and diastolic blood pressure was significant compared to control group. (p<0.05).

  

  Conclusion: Considering the significant decrease in weight and blood pressure, further studies with larger sample size are needed to generalize crucially the results. This extract can be introduced to treat overweight and hypertension in patients with non-alcoholic fatty liver disease.

 


Improving daily spiritual experiences and hope among infertile women: The impact of spiritually integrated psychotherapy
Masoumeh Dehghan, Anahita Khodabakhshi-Koolaee, Hassan Heidari, Nazila Najdi,
Volume 21, Issue 1 (4-2024)
Abstract
Background: Infertility can lead to depression, anxiety, a loss of hope, and a sense of meaninglessness in the lives of affected women. Implementing spiritual/religious interventions may help alleviate the psychological and social stress experienced by infertile women. This study aims to investigate the effectiveness of spiritually integrated psychotherapy (SIP) in enhancing hope and daily spiritual experiences in infertile women.
Methods: This quasi-experimental study utilized a pre-posttest design with a control group. The study population consisted of all infertile women who had visited the Omid Royan Fertility Center in Arak (Iran) in 2022. A sample of 40 infertile women undergoing infertility treatment was selected through convenience and voluntary sampling. These women were divided into 2 groups, an intervention group and a control group, each consisting of 20 participants, using a randomized block design. Subsequently, participants in the experimental group attended 10 SIP intervention sessions. Data were collected using the Daily Spiritual Experience Scale (DSES) and the Adult Hope Scale (AHS). The collected data were analyzed using univariate ANCOVA with SPSS v. 16.
Results: The results revealed a statistically significant difference between the mean scores of hopes (pre-test: 20.02 ± 4.01, post-test: 11.59 ± 2.81; P = 0.02) and daily spiritual experiences (pre-test: 32.81 ± 5.24, post-test: 33.07 ± 5.01; P = 0.01) in the participants of the 2 groups in the post-intervention phase. However, this difference was not significant for hope in the control group (pre-test: 12.02 ± 3.14; post-test: 11.59 ± 2.81; P = 0.52) and the DSES (pre-test: 32.61 ± 4.96, post-test: 33.07 ± 5.01; P = 0.81).
Conclusion: The findings suggest that integrative fertility treatment can effectively blend psychosocial interventions with spiritual/religious treatments. Furthermore, SIP intervention can be considered a complementary, supportive, and ongoing treatment option for infertile couples.
 
Organizational climate and presenteeism orientation in nurses: A cross-sectional study
Shahrbanoo Kool , Ali Soheily , Jan Domaradzki , Reza Jahanshahi , Akram Sanagoo , Leila Jouybari ,
Volume 22, Issue 4 (12-2025)
Abstract
Background: Organizational climate strongly influences job performance and well-being in healthcare. An unfavorable climate may increase presenteeism, defined as attending work despite illness, symptoms, or reduced physical or mental capacity, often resulting in decreased productivity and potential risks to patient safety, particularly among nurses. This study examined the relationship between organizational climate and presenteeism in Iranian nurses.
Methods: A cross-sectional analytical study was conducted in 2025 among 327 nurses working in selected hospitals affiliated with Golestan University of Medical Sciences, recruited through convenience sampling. Data were collected using a demographic questionnaire, the Halpin and Croft Organizational Climate Questionnaire, and the Nursing Presenteeism Questionnaire. Descriptive statistics, Pearson’s correlation, and multivariable linear regression were applied. Model assumptions were examined, and a significance level of P < 0.05 was considered.
Results: The mean age of participants was 33.91 ± 6.75 years, with an average work experience of 9.56 ± 6.30 years. The mean ± SD scores of organizational climates and presenteeism were 99.21 ± 9.24 and 40.89 ± 7.32, respectively. Correlation analysis showed a significant negative correlation between organizational climate and presenteeism (R = -0.156, P = 0.005). Regression analysis (performed on log-transformed presenteeism scores to correct non-normality) indicated that organizational climate was a significant negative predictor of presenteeism (β = -0.220, P < 0.001), whereas older age was associated with higher presenteeism (β = 0.159, P = 0.008).
Conclusion: This study demonstrated that a more positive organizational climate is modestly correlated with reduced presenteeism among nurses; however, the effect size was small. These findings highlight the importance of organizational and managerial strategies, suggesting that improving the work climate may help reduce presenteeism and promote nurse well-being.

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