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\u3ci\u3eAlpiscorpius huyukensis\u3c/i\u3e sp. n., an unexpected new species from Sultan Mountains, Konya Province, Turkey (Scorpiones: Euscorpiidae)
No full textA new scorpion species, Alpiscorpius huyukensis sp. n., is described from the western foothills of the Sultan Mountains, Konya Province, in the Aegean Region of western Turkey, based on morphological characters. The species is assigned to the genus Alpiscorpius Gantenbein et al., 1999, due to the presence of three trichobothria in the em series on the external surface of the pedipalp patella. A. huyukensis sp. n. can be readily distinguished from its all congeners by its yellowish-orange or greyish-orange body and yellow metasomal coloration, the fifth metasomal segment bearing distinct ventrolateral carinae, the presence of six trichobothria in the Pv series, and 4–5 trichobothria in the et series. A. huyukensis sp. n. clearly differs from the geographically close species Euscorpius sultanensis Tropea & Yağmur, 2015, by its reddish brown coloration and higher trichobothrial number in the et series (et = 5 versus 4). The latter species is transferred herein to the genus Alpiscorpius Gantenbein et al., 1999, because it has three trichobothria in the em series and a lower number of trichobothria in the Pv series (Pv = 6). With the description of this species and the new combination for A. sultanensis (Tropea & Yağmur, 2015), comb. n., the number of recognized species in the family Euscorpiidae in Turkey increases to 25, while the genus Alpiscorpius is now represented by 10 species
MIRM in an adolescent male: a diagnostic challenge and review of the literature
No full textMycoplasma-Induced Rash and Mucositis (MIRM) is a subset of Reactive Infectious Mucocutaneous Eruption (RIME), most commonly associated with Mycoplasma pneumoniae. MIRM commonly presents with significant mucositis and mild or absent cutaneous involvement. MIRM exists on a spectrum with Stevens-Johnson Syndrome (SJS) and Toxic Epidermal Necrolysis (TEN). Due to the significant clinical overlap, early diagnosis of MIRM can be challenging. We report a case of a 19-year-old male who presented with a two-day history of worsening throat pain and decreased oral intake after initiating Augmentin for treatment of community acquired pneumonia. During hospitalization, he developed progressive ocular, oral and genital lesions leading to a broad differential diagnosis including Behcet’s Disease, SJS and RIME/MIRM. Upon extensive evaluation, labs revealed elevated Mycoplasma pneumoniae IgM and IgG titers, supporting the diagnosis of MIRM. The patient was treated with high dose corticosteroids and had complete resolution of all symptoms. This case highlights the importance of early diagnosis, and involvement of a multidisciplinary team to help guide management
Telepsychiatry for Substance Use Disorders: Evolution from Rapid COVID-19 Pandemic Adoption to Sustainable Integration
No full textABSTRACT
Introduction: Prior to the COVID-19 pandemic, telepsychiatry for substance use disorder (SUD) management was generally an underutilized modality, mainly due to regulatory constraints. Through the pandemic, governmental deregulations rapidly and massively expanded their adoption, bringing out their significant potential to expand access, overcome barriers, and mitigate stigma for individuals seeking addiction care, particularly for rural and underserved populations. This narrative review consolidates the recent research on the growing adoption of telepsychiatry in the management of SUDs. It aims to explore the evidence-based benefits, identify common challenges, and underscore key considerations for its effective and equitable integration into SUD treatment paradigms.
Method: This review examines telemental health and SUD literature published between 2010 and 2025. We searched Google Scholar, MEDLINE, and EBM Reviews using keywords such as telepsychiatry, addiction, and veteran. Only complete, English-language studies were included. Articles underwent a two-phase screening: first by title and abstract for relevance, then by full-text review against inclusion criteria. The analysis employed mixed methods, combining interpretive synthesis of qualitative data (barriers, accessibility) with quantitative analysis of adoption rates. Statistical analysis was performed using Python for Chi-square tests and data visualization.
Results: Telepsychiatry provides substantial advantages for SUD care, with the most significant being expanded access for rural and underserved populations; in addition, it reduces patients’ costs, transit burdens, and stigma, which improves treatment initiation and retention. It has demonstrated value across various SUD interventions, such as medications for opioid use disorder (MOUD) initiation and maintenance, individual and group psychotherapy, and psychiatric evaluations. However, implementation faces obstacles related to the digital divide, navigating evolving regulatory and reimbursement landscapes, and effectively managing acute or highly complicated cases remotely. The literature suggests that an integrated approach, combining virtual and in-person visits, may offer greater outcomes.
Discussion: While not a panacea, telepsychiatry is an integral tool that can significantly improve the accessibility and continuity of care for the SUD population. Its effective and enduring implementation calls for further research to examine its long-term outcomes, patient-centered approaches for diverse populations, and the development of supportive policy frameworks to ensure quality and equitable care
Nutrition assessment of substance use population compared to control population
No full textThis study aims to evaluate and compare the nutritional status of individuals undergoing treatment for substance use disorder (SUD) with a matched control population. Poor nutrition, micronutrient deficiencies and malabsorption are common in individuals with SUD, potentially affecting recovery outcomes. This study involves collection of biometric data, demographic information, conducting a structured nutrition survey and performing a one-time blood draw of 35ml to assess key nutritional markers such as lipid panel, folic acid, vitamin B12, vitamin D, thyroid stimulating hormone (TSH), magnesium, selenium, chromium, zinc, copper and lithium. While the original protocol was designed to recruit approximately 110 participants across rural and urban populations, for the purpose of the thesis dissertation, data will be analyzed from a subset of 81 participants—comparing 47 individuals with SUD and 34 control participants without SUD. The rural versus urban comparison will not be included in this thesis-specific analysis to align with the study timeline. However, the subset of 81 participants ensures a focused biostatistical evaluation with a sufficient sample size to support meaningful results. The current submission reflects the continuation of this approved protocol under the thesis dissertation process. The goal of this thesis project is to identify nutritional disparities between SUD and control groups, which may provide insights into targeted nutritional interventions that can support overall treatment outcomes for the individuals with substance use disorders
A New Formula for the Minimum Distance of an Expander Code
No full textAn expander code is a binary linear code whose parity-check matrix is the bi-adjacency matrix of a bipartite expander graph. We provide a new formula for the minimum distance of such codes. We also provide a new proof of the result that 2(1−ε)γn is a lower bound of the minimum distance of the expander code given by an (m,n,d,γ, 1−ε)expander bipartite graph
Bridging the gap between substance use treatment barriers in rural areas
No full textThe purpose of this paper is to examine the continued concern about substance abuse/misuse and limited access to treatment in rural areas. Rural areas lack the adequate treatment needed to combat substance use disorder (SUD), mainly due to the lack of sufficient providers trained to identify, treat, and support those dealing with SUD. Additional barriers such as the high cost of treatment, stigma surrounding substance use disorders, geographical barriers, and the criminalization of substance abuse are other barriers that will be discussed in this paper (Griffin & Botvin, 2010; Hargons et al., 2023; Khazaee-Pool et al., 2024; National Center for Drug Abuse Statistics, 2024; Raver et al., 2024; Stopka et al., 2024). Additionally, this paper provides a discussion on the need for a shift in policy implications and available programing, such as the implementation and or expansion of MAT programs, telehealth, and the usage of psychedelics as treatment, all of which would likely help increase the positive outcomes of substance use treatment in rural areas
20251027: WMUL, 1968-1996
No full textThese items include materials from the College of Liberal Arts at Marshall University from 1969-1996. Items were received sometime in the late 1990s but were not processed until 2025. Materials in this collection include items about Marshall\u27s radio and television broadcasting (W-MUL WMUL). Items include pamphlets, closed circuit television programs, some department program listings, an article write up from the Herald-Dispatch, some reprints, and concepts of what they aired. This is not an exhaustive list. Please download the finding aid for a full list of contents
The Trauma-Informed Supervision Model (TISM)
No full textTrauma-informed counseling is an increasingly important component of contemporary counselor training and practice, but it remains under-represented in supervisory models and frameworks. As supervision is identified as the primary and signature practice for the training of all mental health professionals, we developed a conceptual and integrative supervision model grounded in the theoretical and research support for trauma-informed counselor training. Extending the discrimination model, we present the second-generation trauma-informed supervision model (TISM), a six domain by three foci by three role model to address this gap. We illustrate each of the 54 domain-foci-role combinations with trauma-informed supervisory examples that can inform the education and training of both counselors and supervisors. In addition, we discuss the use, cautions, and implications of the TISM, including the need for further research