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- Title
Potential psychological responses in patients who underwent MRI scanning.
- Authors
Alaraji, Zainab A.; Atallah, Oday; Alaraji, Zinah A.; Al-Badri, Sajjad G.; Ismail, Mustafa; Hoz, Samer S.
- Abstract
This paper explores the potential impact of magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) on patients' psychological states, focusing on reported mood changes post-procedure. Factors influencing the psychological state during an MRI, including claustrophobia, noise, scan duration, and fear of the unknown, are discussed. We also draw parallels with darkness therapy, a stress and depression management technique, due to the similar environment. Notably, a subset of patients reported transient improvement in depressive symptoms following an MRI, suggesting a need for further research. The paper underscores the necessity for rigorous scientific exploration of these observations to validate them and better inform patients about possible mood alterations post-MRI.
- Subjects
MAGNETIC resonance imaging; SCIENTIFIC observation; MENTAL depression
- Publication
Romanian Neurosurgery, 2024, Vol 38, Issue 1, p87
- ISSN
1220-8841
- Publication type
Article
- DOI
10.33962/roneuro-2024-014