Counseling Therapy with Hatha Yoga on Adherence Level, Nutritional Status, and Quality of Life Among HIV-Infected Adolescents: A Randomized Controlled Trial

The Effect of Life Skills-Based Group Counseling on Stress in Female Adolescents: A Randomized Controlled Trial

Effect of Dignity Therapy on Functional Aspects of Quality of Life in Cancer Patients: A Randomized Controlled Trial

Background and purpose: Cancers are the third leading cause of death in Iran. Cancer reduces functional aspects of quality of life (QOL). This study aimed to determine the effect of dignity therapy on functional dimensions of quality of life in cancer patients. Materials and methods: A randomized controlled clinical trial was carried out in 76 patients with cancer in Birjand Iranmehr Hospital,...

Adherence to isoniazid prophylaxis among HIV-infected children: a randomized controlled trial comparing two dosing schedules

BACKGROUND Tuberculosis contributes significantly to morbidity and mortality among HIV-infected children in sub-Saharan Africa. Isoniazid prophylaxis can reduce tuberculosis incidence in this population. However, for the treatment to be effective, adherence to the medication must be optimized. We investigated adherence to isoniazid prophylaxis administered daily, compared to three times a week,...

HIV risk reduction among detained adolescents: a randomized, controlled trial.

OBJECTIVES Criminally involved adolescents engage in high levels of alcohol-related risky sex. A theory-based sexual and alcohol risk-reduction intervention was designed, implemented, and evaluated in juvenile detention facilities. PARTICIPANTS AND METHODS In a randomized, controlled trial, 484 detained adolescents received 1 of 3 group-based interventions: combined sexual and alcohol risk re...

Downhill walking influence on physical condition and quality of life in patients with COPD: A randomized controlled trial

    Background: Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), in addition to its respiratory problems, is accompanied by several musculoskeletal consequences. The aim of this study is to investigate the effectiveness of eccentric exercise in the form of downhill walking (DW) on respiratory capacity, physical function and quality of life (QOL) in patients with COPD.    ...

A counseling program on nuisance bleeding improves quality of life in patients on dual antiplatelet therapy: A randomized controlled trial

BACKGROUND Nuisance bleeding is a major determinant of quality of life and drug discontinuation in patients on dual antiplatelet therapy (DAPT). However, no randomized trial has been focused on the impact of nuisance bleeding on quality of life. METHODS BATMAN is an investigator-driven, randomized, controlled, single-center, open trial (NCT02554006). Four hundred and forty-eight consecutive p...