Publications by authors named "Taif Alharthi"
this study aims to investigate the role of ChatGPT as a psychotherapist for anxiety disorders, examining its effectiveness, acceptability, and potential benefits among individuals with anxiety disorders. a quasi-experimental design was adopted, involving a 4-week intervention where participants used ChatGPT as a therapeutic tool. The study included outpatients aged above 18 years from public hospitals in Saudi Arabia.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFBackground Most cases of cervical cancer are caused by the human papillomavirus (HPV) infection, which can be prevented by vaccination. The HPV vaccine received approval in Saudi Arabia in 2010. Objectives This study aimed to examine the awareness and attitudes toward the HPV vaccine among parents of females aged 9-26 in Saudi Arabia and explore factors contributing to hesitancy or acceptance.
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- Illness Anxiety Disorder (IAD) is marked by a strong fear of being seriously ill, leading to work issues, absences, financial stress, and an increased risk of heart disease; this study focused on IAD in Taif City, Saudi Arabia.
- A survey of 415 adults revealed a 25.3% prevalence of IAD, with certain factors like being female, younger, single, and having a history of heart-related hospitalizations linked to higher IAD scores.
- The findings suggest that healthcare providers should be aware of IAD to avoid unnecessary medical treatments and guide affected individuals toward psychiatric help for better outcomes.
Background Integrating smartphones into human life has transformed various daily activities. Numerous symptoms, including headaches, have been linked to smartphone use. The excessive use of these devices raises significant health concerns.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFBackground Headache disorders, particularly migraines, significantly impact public health globally. The Global Burden of Disease (GBD) report highlights migraines as the second leading cause of disability worldwide, especially among women under 50. Hormonal changes, particularly estrogen, play a role in primary headaches like migraines, and this connection becomes important during pregnancy due to physiological changes.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFBackground This study evaluated the comprehension and awareness of human papillomavirus (HPV) infection and vaccination among women in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. Methods A cross-sectional study included 696 female respondents from Jeddah between the ages of 18 and 60. Ethical approval and informed consent were obtained before administering the questionnaire through social media.
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