This article explores the theme of human-machine convergence as portrayed in modern science fiction movies and TV/streaming series and compares them to real-world advancements in robotics, artificial intelligence (AI), and virtual reality (VR).It examines how science fiction often depicts humanoid robots and AI with human-like emotions and intentio
Background: Older persons are at risk of compromised oral conditions, including dental infections, periodontal problems, tooth loss, benign mucosal lesions, xerostomia, oral candidiasis, and oral cancer.Poor oral hygiene has contributed to increase the risk of aspiration pneumonia, as well as malnutrition, in geriatric patients.We described cases o
Behavioral addictions such as gambling, threadheaders.shop video games, sex, and shopping share many clinical features with substance use addictions including etiology, course, and neurobiology.Yet, the treatment of behavioral and substance use addictions tends to be separated.However, we argue that a more effective and efficient treatment approach