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Working memory impairment is one of the most important cognitive deficits in multiple sclerosis [MS] patients that affect the quality of life even in the early stages of the disease. The purpose of this study was to evaluate the correlation between the working memory and the quality of life in MS patients. This case-control study was performed on 35 [case] and 28 healthy [control] participants. Working memory and quality of life were assessed using Wechsler adult intelligence scale and the MS quality of life 54 [MSQOL-54] inventory, respectively. Results showed a significant difference between the two groups in the means of working memory in both auditory [P<0.001] and visual span [P<0.0001] as well as physical quality of life [P<0.04]. Moreover, logistic regression analysis showed that MS disease had an impact on both physical [OR= 0.679 and CI= 0.889-0.519] and mental [OR= 0.929 and CI= 0.857-0.998] components of the quality of life. Findings of the study indicate that cognition is an effective factor to engage in activities of daily living. Moreover, the relation between the working memory impairment and the quality of life in MS patients highlights the importance of the early recognition of cognitive deficit
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Depression is one of the most common mental disorders affects 20 million adults every year. Antidepressant medication and psychotherapy are commonly used for these patients. It seems necessary to promote alternative methods in regards of tardiness and side effects of these therapies. This study investigated the aerobic exercise effects on depression among adult women. In this quasi experimental study, 82 participants met criteria for depression based on a Beck Depression Inventory. 41 women participated in aerobic exercise program. These sessions lasted 3 hours a week for 4 weeks. Control group [n = 41] did not participate in any exercise activity. The results revealed significant improvement in depression [P < 0.05] compared with the witness group and before exercises so as to regarding Beck Depression Inventory [II], it was changed from mediocre to mild in control group and steady in witness group. Four weeks aerobic exercises can effectively reduce depression in women, and be used as a method of treatment in occupational therapy