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Iron and ferritin have been used in human medicine for years to reveal the presence of inflammation. However, studies evaluating these parameters, especially in respiratory system diseases, are quite rare in veterinary medicine. We aimed to test the usability of serum Fe and Fe-related parameters [total iron-binding capacity (TIBC), unsaturated iron-binding capacity (UIBC) and transferrin saturation (TS) levels] as inflammatory and diagnostic biomarkers in calves with bovine respiratory disease complex (BRDC). To mark inflammation, some selected acute-phase proteins including serum ferritin and transferrin levels were measured because of their close relationship with iron metabolism. The material of this study consisted of 15 calves, aged 1-3 months with BRDC (Group I) and 10 healthy calves aged 1-3 months (Group II) based on the presence of respiratory clinical findings. Serum Fe, TIBC and TS levels were low and ferritin levels were high in Group I (P ≤ 0.001). The BRDC group was separated into two subgroups based on PCR results, namely Virus+ (n=9) and Virus- (n=6). The calves in the Virus+ group had significantly lower levels of Fe (P=0.001) and significantly higher values of ferritin (P=0.002), compared to the healthy group. On the basis of inter-group comparison and ROC analysis, we concluded that Fe (primarily), ferritin, TIBC and TS levels can be used as inflammatory biomarkers and possible diagnostic markers in the BRDC as useful, practical, inexpensive substitutes. As a suggestion, these parameters which are believed to play a role in the pathogenesis of the disease, can be used as potential prognostic biomarkers in studies involving treatment.

Two new species of endemic and relict cave-dwellers of genus Neobisium Chamberlin, have been described from Turkey and Macedonia (FYROM), respectively. From its phenetically close congener, N. granulatum Beier, N. yozgati n. sp. (from Yozgat, Turkey) is distinguished in many important respects. In addition, N. anaisae n. sp. (from a cave in Krapa, FYROM) differs from its closest forms (N. korabense Ćurčić, N. ohridanum Hadži, and N. vladimirpantici Ćurčić) by many morphological characters and form of different body parts. Both species are illustrated, diagnosed, and thoroughly described. They both represent endemic and relict forms.

Its important features have carried cinema far beyond being a source of art and entertainment. Many studies on cinema have dealt with it from different perspectives. In the study, cinema is examined from a broad perspective through many different studies on cinema and research on Turkish films in the Internet Movie Database (IMDB). The main purpose of the study is to examine the cinema industry in Turkey, in terms of providing a comparison opportunity, with the USA (Hollywood), which has an important place in the world cinema industry, along with India (Bollywood) and Nigeria (Nollywood). In the first two parts of the study, the development of Hollywood, Bollywood and Nollywood film industries are discussed. In the third chapter, the birth and development of Turkish cinema is examined. In the fourth part of the study, movie contents in Turkish cinema are presented with examples. In the last part, ideas on the future of Turkish cinema are put forward through a general evaluation of Turkish cinema. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Introduction: Climate change and its impact on mental health is a growing area of research. Several studies have explored the relationship between climate change and mental health, highlighting the various ways in which climate change can affect individuals' psychological well-being. Incorporating mental health indicators into climate change and health vulnerability and adaptation assessments is another important aspect of research in this area (Hayes & Poland, 2018). The study suggests that standardized methods to measure and predict the psychosocial outcomes of climate change should be implemented to better understand the mental health impacts. While the physical health consequences of climate change have received more attention, the mental health impacts are often overlooked (Nicholas et al., 2020). Objectives: This study was planned to examine the impact of climate change the impact of climate change on mental health Methods: This descriptive and cross-sectional study was conducted with individuals who willing to participate the study and above 18 years age. Individuals who saw the online advertisement and click on the study's link were be brought to the study's home page on Online Surveys. Should they wish to proceed, they will be brought to an information page detailing the purpose of the study, how their confidentiality and anonymity will be preserved and how their data will be treated. Socio-Demographic Data Form, Climate Change Worry Scale, Eysenck Personality Questionnaire Revised- Abbreviated, general health questioner and Depression, Anxiety, Stress scale were used for collecting data. Data analyses was planned to run via Statistical Package for the Social Sciences version, 27.0. Results: The analysis of the data is still ongoing in detail by the researchers. The findings and relational implications of the study will be presented. Conclusions: In conclusion, this study highlight the importance of understanding the mental health impacts of climate change and developing strategies to address them. Climate change can have direct and indirect consequences on mental health, and vulnerable populations such as children and adolescents may be particularly at risk. Reducing psychological distance and incorporating mental health indicators into assessments can help in understanding and addressing the mental health consequences of climate change. Disclosure of Interest: None Declared [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Aim: In this study, we aimed to determine social anxiety levels among obese people and factors that have influence on social anxiety. Material and Method: The study group consisted of 100 consecutive obese patients over 18 years who applied to diet polyclinic. Sociodemographic Information Form, Hospital Anxiety and Depression Scale and Liebowitz Social Anxiety Scale were used as measuring instruments. Results: In the study, it was determined that the rate of very severe social anxiety on obese patients who participate in the research is found to be 47%. The rate of depression and anxiety according to Hospital Anxiety and Depression Scale were 28% and 22% respectively. There was a statistically meaningful relationship between BMI, anxiety, depression, education level and social anxiety. Conclusion: It is stated that social anxiety often occurs on obese people. Moreover, it is shown that depression, anxiety and increase in BMI level have an additive effect on social anxiety. It is found that the intensity of social anxiety among obese people who graduate from primary school and high school is higher than university graduates. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

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Introduction: Obsessions and compulsions often focus on routine life actions such as consuming, bathing and living in public, so the disorder interferes with the social, family and occupational functioning of both the individual and their caregiver. In OCD, caregivers are often involved in the ritual behaviors of the individual, either by providing avoidance or by assisting in ritual behaviors. Individuals with OCD are often exposed to aggression from family members because of these behaviors. Research has shown that individuals with OCD may experience illness-related domestic violence. In the literature review on the subject, there were no qualitative studies examining the experiences of individuals diagnosed with OCD towards domestic violence caused by the symptoms of the disease. A mix-method study conducted by aimed to explore the illness-related domestic violence experiences of individuals diagnosed with OCD. The study utilized both quantitative and qualitative methods to gather data from individuals with OCD. The findings of the study revealed that a significant number of individuals with OCD reported experiencing domestic violence related to their illness. This study highlights the importance of addressing the issue of domestic violence in individuals with OCD and the need for appropriate interventions and support. Objectives: This study was planned to examine the experiences of individuals diagnosed with OCD regarding domestic violence caused by the symptoms of the disease in Turkey. Methods: The sample of the study was determined by purposive sampling method. The study was conducted with individuals diagnosed with OCD who were being treated in the psychiatric clinics of two university hospitals. The study used mixed methods and was planned in two phases. In the first stage, Socio-Demographic Data Form and Yale-Brown Obsession Compulsion Scale were used. After reviewing the results of these scales, individual in-depth interviews were conducted with 20 patients who had a history of domestic violence and scored above 16 on the Yale Brown Obsessions and Compulsions Scale. Data saturation was deemed to have been reached and data collection was terminated. Results: The analysis of the data is still ongoing in detail by the researchers. The findings and relational implications of the study will be presented. Conclusions: It is thought that the results of the study will provide a basis for further research and intervention programs and contribute to the literature by determining the types of violence experienced by individuals diagnosed with OCD from family members due to the disease, how patients feel in the face of the problems they experience and how they cope with it. In addition, the results of the study are expected to help intervention programs to be developed for families to strengthen treatment adherence. Disclosure of Interest: None Declared [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Introduction: Social support have affected the recovery and adherence with treatment in bipolar patients. Objectives: This research aims to understand the contribution of social support mechanisms to treatment adaptation processes in individuals struggling with bipolar disorder and the effects of these support mechanisms on recovery. In this way, the importance of the social support factor will be tried to be understood in order to provide more effective and customized support to individuals living with bipolar disorder. Methods: This study will planned to descriptive correlational design. The data will collect to using the Morisky Treatment Adherence Scale (MTAS), the Multidimensional Scale of Perceived Social Support (MSPSS), the Recovery Process Inventory (RPIS), and the Sociodemographic Data Form from individuals diagnosed with Bipolar disorders. By filling out these scales, participants will evaluate their treatment compliance, perceived social support levels, and recovery processes. The data will be subjected to appropriate methods for statistical analysis and will be used to understand the relationships between social support and treatment compliance and recovery processes. Results: Data extraction is still on going in detailed style by principal authors. Description of studies and the key findings will be presented. Conclusions: It is thought that the results obtained from this research will be an important guide in providing more effective support to individuals with the level of social support, treatment adherence and recovery processes in individuals struggling with bipolar disorder Key Words: bipolar disorder, social support, treatment adherence, recovery. Disclosure of Interest: None Declared [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Introduction: Psychosis is a complex mental health condition that can have a significant impact on individuals and their families. Family-based intervention programs have been developed to provide support and education to both individuals with psychosis and their families. These programs aim to improve clinical and family outcomes, reduce relapse rates, and enhance the overall well-being of individuals and their families. This study examined the effect of family-based intervention programs used in psychosis on the disease by synthesizing evidence from a systematic review of relevant studies.Family interventions have shown promising results in improving clinical and family outcomes in long-standing psychosis (Sadath et al., 2015). These interventions focus on improving relationships through problem-solving and enhancing the understanding of the illness and its treatment (Kuipers et al., 2010). Objectives: The aim of this study was to evaluate the effect of intervention programs implemented for the families of individuals diagnosed with psychosis on the course of the disease. Methods: The study was conducted between August and September 2023 in 3 databases (PubMed, Cochrane Library, Science Direct) using the keywords "psychosis", "family interventions", "family in psychosis". These databases were preferred because they contain a significant amount of evidence-based literature in the field of biomedical sciences and psychology. Studies conducted between 2013 and 2023, whose full texts were accessed and written in Turkish and English were included in the study. Results: As of September 2023, 16 national and international research articles on the subject have been reached and the literature review continues. When the literature review is finalized, all study results will be presented together. Conclusions: This review provides an overview of the effects of intervention programs implemented for the families of individuals diagnosed with psychosis on the course of the disease and solution suggestions. Family-based intervention programs have shown promise in improving clinical and family outcomes in psychosis. These programs focus on enhancing relationships, providing education, and reducing relapse rates. However, the implementation of family interventions in routine clinical services can be challenging due to various barriers. Peer support programs have emerged as a valuable addition to family interventions, providing a supportive environment for families to share their experiences and support one another. Future research should focus on addressing barriers to implementation and further exploring the benefits of peer-driven family support services in early intervention programs for psychosis. Disclosure of Interest: None Declared [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Introduction: Schizophrenia has a clinical course that has a great negative impact on the daily life of the person due to the cognitive and social problems it causes. Internalised stigmatisation is a very common negative phenomenon in individuals diagnosed with schizophrenia. It is known that treatment adherence is low in schizophrenia patients with high levels of internalised stigma. Lack of adequate treatment adherence in these patients is a negative factor in terms of recovery. Reducing the level of internal stigmatisation and reinforcing treatment adherence in schizophrenia has a positive effect on recovery. Considering this situation, it is important to determine the relationship between internal stigmatisation, treatment adherence and recovery in schizophrenia patients. In the literature review, there were no studies in which the relationship between internal stigmatisation, recovery and treatment adherence in individuals diagnosed with schizophrenia was carried out together. Objectives: In this study, it was aimed to fill the existing gap in the relevant field and to be a resource for further intervention programmes. Methods: The study was planned as descriptive. The sample of the study consisted of individuals diagnosed with schizophrenia aged 18 years and over who met the inclusion criteria and accepted to participate in the study by purposive sampling method. In the power analysis, the sample number was calculated as (N=80) with a margin of error of 0.5. Personal information form, Internalised Stigma Scale in Mental Illness (ISMI), Recovery Assessment Scale (RAS) and Medication Adherence Rating Scale (MARS) were used for data collection. IBM SPSS 27.0 package programme was used for statistical analysis. Results: The data are still being analysed in detail by the researchers. The findings and relational results of the study will be presented. Conclusions: It is thought that the results of the study will contribute to the reporting of the relationship between intrinsic stigma, recovery and treatment adherence in individuals diagnosed with schizophrenia, and by revealing the relationship between the variables, it is thought that it will be a source for planning interventions that will increase the treatment adherence and recovery perceptions of schizophrenia patients and reduce their intrinsic stigma. Disclosure of Interest: None Declared [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]