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Associations between Marijuana Use and Sperm Quality in Jamaican Men: Implications for the Subfertile Male

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This study investigated the association of marijuana use with sperm parameters and reproductive history of subfertile men. Sperm motility was affected by reported quantity and frequency of marijuana use.
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Original Articles
Journal Authors: 
K Carroll
AM Pottinger
MD Jackson
e-Published: 19 Dec, 2017

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Associations between Marijuana Use and Sperm Quality in Jamaican Men: Implications for the Subfertile Male

Issue: 
Vol 66, Issue 5: 2017 (Special Issue on Cannabis)
DOI: 
10.7727/wimj.2017.189
Pages: 
569-75
Synopsis: 
This study investigated the association of marijuana use with sperm parameters and reproductive history of subfertile men. Sperm motility was affected by reported quantity and frequency of marijuana use.

ABSTRACT

Objective: To evaluate the associations of frequency, quantity and duration of marijuana use with sperm parameters and reproductive histories of male non-smokers and chronic marijuana users.

Received: 
18 Sep, 2017
Accepted: 
23 Oct, 2017
Published: 
29 Dec, 2017
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Journal Sections: 
Original Articles
Keywords: 
lifestyle
male infertility
marijuana use
sperm parameters
subfertility
Journal Authors: 
K Carroll
AM Pottinger
MD Jackson
e-Published: 26 Oct, 2017

Students Admitted to University who fail: Hidden Disabilities Affecting Students’ Performance

Issue: 
Vol 58, Issue 2 (2009)
Pages: 
99–105
Synopsis: 
Hidden disabilities, especially attention deficit hyperactivity disorder and the associated social and emotional challenges are significantly related to students’ academic performance and adjustment to university.

ABSTRACT

Objective: To compare grade point averages and social adjustment and academic difficulties of students with or without a hidden disability at The University of the West Indies, Mona, Jamaica.

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Original Articles
Keywords: 
Hidden Disabilities
Journal Authors: 
AM Pottinger
F La Hee
K Asmus
e-Published: 17 Sep, 2013

Evolution of In Vitro Fertilization at the University of the West Indies, Jamaica

Issue: 
Vol 61, issue 4 (2012) - Special Issue on Jamaica and Trinidad and Tobago 50 years Independence
Pages: 
460–2
Synopsis: 
In vitro fertilization (IVF) offers hope to many who are infertile. This paper documents the growth and success of IVF over the past twelve years.

ABSTRACT

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Journal Sections: 
Original Articles
Keywords: 
Infertility
In Vitro Fertilization
Egg sharing
psychological counse
Journal Authors: 
AM Pottinger
D Everett-Keane
C McKenzie
e-Published: 21 Aug, 2013

Children’s Exposure to Violence in Jamaica: Over a Decade of Research and Interventions

Issue: 
Vol 61, issue 4 (2012) - Special Issue on Jamaica and Trinidad and Tobago 50 years Independence
Pages: 
369–71
Synopsis: 
This paper presents research findings over the last 15 years out of The University of the West Indies on the nature and prevalence of violence exposure in Jamaican children, related outcomes and associated risk and protective factors. It also highlights psychologically driven interventions that have been implemented to tackle this scourge.

ABSTRACT

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Journal Sections: 
Original Articles
Keywords: 
Jamaica
children
Psychosocial Interventions
outcomes
violence exposure
Journal Authors: 
AM Pottinger
e-Published: 21 Aug, 2013

Gender Differences in Coping with Infertility among Couples Undergoing Counselling for In Vitro Fertilization Treatment

Issue: 
Vol 55, Issue 4 (2006)
Pages: 
237–41
Synopsis: 
Strategies used to cope with the stress of infertility were compared between men and women undergoing in vitro fertilization treatment at The University of the West Indies, Jamaica. Gender differences in coping were used to help explain reported gender differences in psychological distress.

ABSTRACT

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Journal Sections: 
Original Articles
Keywords: 
Gender Differences
Infertility
In Vitro Fertilization
Journal Authors: 
C McKenzie
J Fredericks
V DaCosta
S Wynter
D Everett
Y Walters
AM Pottinger
e-Published: 10 Jun, 2013

Disaster Preparedness and Management in the Caribbean: The Need for Psychological Support

Issue: 
Vol 54, Issues 3 (2005)
Pages: 
165–66
Synopsis: 
Disasters are usually accompanied by physical devastation, loss, economic impact and emotional turmoil. The emotional impact however is often not recognized. Within the Caribbean, much more is needed at integrating psychological services within general disaster preparedness and management.

INTRODUCTION

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Journal Sections: 
Editorial
Keywords: 
Caribbean
Disaster Preparedness
Psychological Support
Journal Authors: 
A Gordon Stair
AM Pottinger
e-Published: 05 Jun, 2013
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West Indian Medical Journal

Faculty of Medical Sciences,
The University of the West Indies,
Mona, Kingston 7
Tel: (876) 927-1214
Fax: (876) 927-1846
wimj@uwimona.edu.jm
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