Research Article | Volume: 1, Issue: 2 Published Date: December 04, 2025

Delusional Disorder: Pathogenesis, Diagnosis, and Treatment Approaches

Authors: Elie Chamchoum*, Elio Rafka, Mariline Mouawad and Yara El Ratel

Abstract: Delusions are persistent, mistaken beliefs that defy external reality and are upheld despite evidence to the contrary. They are a hallmark of various mental and neurological disorders and present a significant challenge in distinguishing them from overvalued ideas. This overview explores the nature, pathogenesis, and clinical management of delusional disorders. Delusions are categorized into several subtypes, including persecutory, jealous, erotomanic, somatic, grandiose, mixed, and unspecified types, each with distinct characteristics and implications for patient behavior. The prevalence of delusional disorder is approximately 0.2%, with a higher incidence in older adults and a notable association with depression. The DSM-5-TR outlines diagnostic criteria emphasizing the persistence of delusions and their impact on functional impairment.

Research Article | Volume: 1, Issue: 2 Published Date: December 03, 2025

Should we Integrate Acupuncture into Western Medicine for Stroke Rehabilitation?

Authors: Serena Sze*

Abstract: A research paper published in Journal of Neurology, Neurosurgery & Psychiatry in 2016 reported that among 2625 first-ever stroke patients, 21% survived to 15 years, by which time 14.3% and 15% still had moderate and severe disability, respectively, despite standard stroke rehabilitation [1]. Acupuncture is a common modality of treatment for stroke in China and is claimed to be effective. So, whether acupuncture can be integrated into the current Western stroke rehabilitation programme to further reduce post stroke disability becomes an important issue. This project is trying to answer this question.

Research Article | Volume: 1, Issue: 2 Published Date: October 31, 2025

Between Duty and Despair: Safeguarding Integrity in a Burned-Out Workforce

Authors: Dr. Aruba Khan Mohammadi KA*

Abstract: Moral distress and burnout among health professionals are an emerging crisis that not only imperils the health of professionals but also the ethical integrity and public confidence in healthcare organizations. The article discusses the interrelated dynamics between burnout, moral distress, and integrity in the contemporary health workforce. It considers how pressures in the system, ethical conflicts, and organizational cultures influence moral resilience or decay. Relying on psychological and ethical theories, it contends that upholding integrity in medicine is not just an individual ideal but a social obligation. Recognition, reflection, and reform are required for the medical profession to regain the moral and emotional equilibrium required of compassionate, ethical, and effective care.

Editorial Article | Volume: 1, Issue: 2 Published Date: October 28, 2025

The Synergistic Role of Topical and Oral Therapies in Chronic Wound Management: A Study Proposal for Diabetic Foot Ulcers and Pressure Injuries

Authors: Kendra Cruickshank*

Abstract: Diabetic Foot Ulcers (DFU) and Decubitus wounds represent significant complications of diabetes and immobility, often exacerbated by poor glycemic control and prolonged pressure exerted over specific areas of the body. Ulcers are prevalent at the sacrum, ischial tuberosity, greater trochanter, plantar surface, and great toe. A crucial thing to consider during wound healing is adequate nutrition. While traditional treatments focus on symptom management, recent research suggest that biologically active compounds like zinc, vitamins (A, B6, B12, C, D, and folate), copper, aloe vera, leech saliva, and myrrh may synergistically accelerate wound healing.

Research Article | Volume: 1, Issue: 2 Published Date: October 07, 2025

Between Crisis and Renewal in the 21st Century

Authors: Julian Ungar-Sargon, MD, PhD*

Abstract: This article examines the contemporary challenges and opportunities facing Judaism as it navigates the complexities of the 21st century. Drawing on recent warnings from public intellectuals like Yuval Noah Harari about a potential "spiritual catastrophe" in Judaism, this study integrates perspectives from modern Jewish philosophy, mystical theology, demographic trends, and emerging forms of Jewish identity. The analysis reveals that Judaism stands at a critical juncture where traditional categories of belonging are being redefined while core ethical and spiritual commitments face both internal and external pressures.