bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
A efetividade da entrevista motivacional no autocuidado de pacientes com insuficiência cardíaca: revisão sistemática
Authors: Guimarães Thaís Medeiros Lima , Figueiredo Lyvia da Silva , Velasco Nathália Sodré , Hipólito Rodrigo Leite , Bandeira Gláucio Martins da Silva , Siqueira Marina Einstoss Barbosa , Cavalcant Ana Carla Dantas , Flores Paula Vanessa Peclat
Published: September 2020

Objetivo: Determinar a efetividade da intervenção entrevista motivacional no autocuidado dos pacientes com insuficiênciacardíaca. Método: Trata-se de uma revisão sistemática, atualizada em julho de 2018, realizada nas bases MEDLINE, CINAHL,Cochrane Library, Joanna Briggs Institute Library, PubMed, LILACS e Scopus com os descritores: heart failure/insuficiênciacardíaca, motivational interviewing/entrevista motivacional, self care/autocuidado e patient compliance/cooperação dopaciente. Principais resultados: Foram identificados, inicialmente, 25 estudos em potencial para inclusão nesta revisão, noentanto, após serem aplicados os critérios de elegibilidade, 14 estudos foram encaminhados a dois revisores para avaliação metodológica, diante disso, três estudos foram selecionados após alcançarem rigor suficiente para inclusão e síntese.Conclusão: Percebe-se nos estudos, que é o impacto da comunicação na relação paciente x profissional de saúde, o quepromove um elo fundamental e diretamente relacionado ao sucesso do tratamento. A síntese dos estudos evidenciou aefetividade da intervenção Entrevista Motivacional na adesão e no autocuidado dos pacientes com insuficiência cardíaca.Palavras-chave: Insuficiência Cardíaca; Entrevista Motivacional; Autocuidado e Cooperação do Paciente.

ABSTRACTObjective: To determine the effectiveness of the motivational interview intervention in the self-care of patients with heartfailure. METHODS: This is a systematic review, updated in July 2018, based on the MEDLINE, CINAHL, Cochrane Library,Joanna Briggs Institute Library, PubMed, LILACS and Scopus databases, with the descriptors: heart failure/motivationalinterviewing/interview motivational, selfcare and patient compliance. MAIN RESULTS: We initially identified 25 potentialstudies for inclusion in this review; however, after eligibility criteria were applied, 14 studies were referred to two reviewersfor methodological evaluation; three studies were selected after reaching enough accuracy for inclusion and synthesis.Conclusion: It is perceived in the studies, which is the impact of communication in the relation between patient and healthprofessional, which promotes a fundamental link directly related to the success of the treatment. The synthesis of thestudies evidenced the effectiveness of the Motivational Interview intervention in the adherence and self-care of patientswith heart failure.Keywords: Heart failure; Motivational Interview: Self-Care and Patient Compliance.
Avaliação do impacto familiar em pais de crianças diagnosticadas com microcefalia pelo Zika Vírus
Authors: Freitas Alyne Aparecida Ferreira , Sousa Ivone Félix de , Pargeo Júlia da Paixão Oliveira Mello e , Silva Antonio Márcio Teodoro Cordeiro , Almeida Rogério José de
Published: September 2020

Objetiva-se avaliar o impacto familiar em pais de crianças diagnosticadas com microcefalia pelo Zika vírus. Trata-se deum estudo transversal analítico com abordagem quantitativa, utilizando-se de um questionário sociodemográfico e aescala de impacto familiar (EIF). Foram pesquisados 76 pais com filhos em tratamento de reabilitação e readaptaçãoem um centro de referência de Goiânia/GO. Foram realizadas análises descritivas utilizando-se frequência relativa eabsoluta, média e desvio padrão. O teste utilizado para avaliar a existência ou não de diferença estatisticamente significativa (p≤0,05) foi a análise de variância (ANOVA) Scheffé. O pré-natal foi o período predominante do recebimentodo diagnóstico de microcefalia. Foi evidenciado uma dificuldade por parte dos pais em encontrar pessoas de confiançapara cuidar do filho, bem como, falta de compreensão de outras pessoas pelo fardo que é cuidar do filho deficiente.Os participantes que apresentaram maior tendência em empreender atividades com amigos, festas e bares, também semostraram mais propensos a atividades físicas e de lazer. Após o choque inicial do recebimento do diagnóstico, os paispassam reorganizar e adaptar aos desafios, alterando a rotina familiar. É fundamental o envolvimento dos profissionaisde saúde, fornecendo suporte e orientação a essas famílias.Palavra-chave: Infecção pelo Zika vírus; Microcefalia; Saúde da Família.

ABSTRACTAimed to evaluate the family impact in parents of children diagnosed with microcephaly by the Zika virus. This is a crosssectional analytical study with a quantitative approach, using a sociodemographic questionnaire and the Family Impact Scale(FIA). A total of 76 parents with children in rehabilitation and rehabilitation treatment were surveyed at a reference centerin Goiânia / GO. Descriptive analyzes were performed using relative and absolute frequency, mean and standard deviation.The test used to evaluate the existence or not of a statistically significant difference (p≤0.05) was the analysis of variance(ANOVA) Scheffé. Prenatal care was the predominant period for the diagnosis of microcephaly. It was evidenced a difficultyfor the parents to find reliable people to take care of the child, as well as lack of understanding of others for the burdenof caring for the disabled child. Participants who showed a greater tendency to engage in activities with friends, parties andbars were also more prone to physical and leisure activities. After the initial shock of receiving the diagnosis, the parentsreorganize and adapt to the challenges, changing the family routine. The involvement of health professionals is essential,providing support and guidance to these families.Keywords: Zika Virus infection; Microcephaly; Family health.
Instrumentos de avaliação clínica para úlceras de perna
Authors: Olive Beatriz Guitton Renaud Baptista de , Silva Joana Aragão da , Silveira Isabelle Andrade , Santos Nathalia Caldas , Carvalho Magali Rezende de
Published: September 2020

Objetiva-se analisar os instrumentos/escalas de avaliação clínica para úlceras de perna disponíveis na literatura. Trata-sede uma revisão integrativa nas bases: PubMed/Medline, CINAHL, SCOPUS e LILACS. Foram considerados estudos queutilizaram instrumentos valorados e avaliados clinicamente pelo profissional sem utilização de outras tecnologias. Não foiestabelecido recorte temporal e restrição de idiomas. Foram analisados 12 estudos, totalizando 10 instrumentos/escalas (3estudos discorriam sobre o mesmo instrumento). Os parâmetros/itens dos instrumentos avaliados têm concordância de50% em relação à área, profundidade, tecido, exsudato e infecção. Outros itens observados foram: dor, presença de tecidonecrótico, borda da ferida e edema. Conclui-se que os instrumentos/escalas apontam concordância em relação à avaliaçãodo tamanho da lesão, aspecto e infecção, entretanto, divergem em outros pontos. Cabe ao profissional identificar o quemais atende ao perfil da população alvo e a disponibilidade para uso em seu país.Palavras-chave: Escalas; Instrumentos; Feridas; Úlcera da Perna; Úlcera do Pé.

ABSTRACTThis research aims to analyze the instruments/clinical assessment scales for leg ulcers available in the literature. This isan integrative review study in the databases: PubMed/Medline, CINAHL, SCOPUS e LILACS. Were included studies thatused instruments valued and evaluated clinically by the professional without the use of other technologies. No temporalclipping and language restriction were established. Twelve studies were analyzed, totaling 10 instruments/scales (3 studieswere based on the same instrument). The parameters/items of the evaluated instruments have a 50% agreement regarding:area, depth, tissue, exudate and infection. Other items observed were: pain, presence of necrotic tissue, wound borderand edema. It concludes that the instruments/scales show agreement regarding the evaluation of lesion size, appearanceand infection, however they differ in other points. It is up to the professional to identify what most suits the profile of thetarget population, in addition to what is available for use in their country.Keywords: Scales; Instruments; Wounds; Leg Ulcer; Foot Ulcer
A importância da higiene oral em pacientes com ventilação mecânica
Authors: Jesus Thaís Maria de , Pimenta Gabriela Ferreira , Oliveira Luanna Pereira de , Marins Nathalia Christine Scott , Oliveira Micheli Teixeira de
Published: September 2020

A importância da higiene oral em pacientes com ventilação mecânica foi a temática do estudo, tendo como linha de pesquisa, a educação em enfermagem e área predominante, a enfermagem no cuidado ao cliente crítico adulto/ emergência.O objeto do estudo foi o enfermeiro e o objetivo era identificar a necessidade de aprimoramento dos profissionaisde enfermagem na importância da higiene oral diária na terapia intensiva. Metodologia de abordagem bibliográfica, descritiva e qualitativa. Foi realizada uma pesquisa na biblioteca virtual em saúde, nas bases MEDLINE, LILACS e BDENF,utilizando os descritores: Equipe de enfermagem, Unidade de terapia intensiva e Cuidados de enfermagem. Após abusca, teve como resultado o quantitativo de dez artigos, onde foi realizada a leitura na íntegra. O desenvolvimento e oideal do trabalho foram voltados para a melhoria na assistência da enfermagem ao paciente, o foco maior do trabalhoestá nos pacientes impossibilitados de exercer esse autocuidado, garantindo conforto e evitar complicações, afim deminimizar o tempo de internação. O risco de infecções em um ambiente hospitalar existe, porém, cabe ao profissionalatentar-se aos cuidados e manuseio do paciente. A importância da equipe multidisciplinar faz toda a diferença no quediz a respeito do cuidado, traçando metas e diretrizes eficazes a assistência.Descritores: Equipe de enfermagem, Unidade de terapia intensiva e Cuidados de enfermagem

ABSTRACTThe importance of oral hygiene in patients with mechanical ventilation was the subject of the study, having research education in nursing and nursing care predominantly critical customer adult/emergency.The object of study was the nurse andthe goal was to identify the need for improvement of nursing professionals the importance of daily oral hygiene in intensivetherapy.Methodology of bibliographic, descriptive and qualitative approach. A research on the virtual health library in thebases MEDLINE, LILACS and BDENF, using the key words: nursing, intensive care and nursing care.After the search, hasresulted in the amount of ten articles, where the reading in full. The development and the ideal of work were aimed atimproving nursing care to the patient, the increased focus of work is in patients unable to exercise that self-care, ensuringcomfort and avoid complications, in order to minimize the length of hospitalization. The risk of infections in a hospitalenvironment exists, however, it is up to the professional trying to care and patient handling. The importance of multidisciplinary team makes all the difference in the respect of care, tracing goals and guidelines effective assistance.Keywords: Nursing Team, Intensive Care and Nursing Care.
Factors affecting the use of artificial insemination of farmers in dairy farming
Authors: ÖZSAYIN Damla
Published: September 2020

The study was carried out in the districts of Harmacık, Keles, Orhaneli and Büyükorhan known as the mountain region of Bursa province, Turkey with the purpose of determining factors affecting farmers' use of artificial insemination in dairy farming. The number of the farms was determined using a stratified random sampling method. The data were collected from 252 dairy cattle farms between April and December 2018. The study employed the logit model to evaluate the data. The results revealed that the educational level of the farmers, dairy farming experience, the number of dairy cattle, livestock diseases, off-farm income, artificial insemination support and access to veterinary services variables had a positive effect on farmers' use of artificial insemination; whereas age and household size variables had a negative impact. As a result, the use of artificial insemination in dairy farm can be increased with farmers who are open to innovations regarding livestock activity and knowledgeable about artificial insemination.
Promoting learning with understanding: Introducing languaging exercises in calculus course for engineering students at the university level
Authors: Alfaro Viquez Helen , Joutsenlahti Jorma
Published: September 2020

The study of mathematics at the university level requires logical thinking and strong mathematical skills. Contemporary first-year students are not prepared for these demands and end up failing their courses. This study aims to present an instrument for enhancing mathematics teaching and promoting learning with understanding in higher education by a combination of symbolic, natural, and pictorial languages in different tasks. We analyze the 17 solutions of four languaging exercises administered in a basic calculus course for engineering students at the University of Costa Rica. The results suggest that these exercises promote the acquisition of skills necessary to be mathematically proficient and are a useful tool for revealing students’ mathematical thinking and misconceptions.
PROSES PENGERINGAN ADSORPSI DENGAN MEDIA UDARA YANG DIDEHUMIDIFIKASI ZEOLIT DAN PERALATAN YANG DIGUNAKAN
Authors: Sari Dessy Agustina
Published: September 2020

Proses pengeringan adsorpsi dengan Zeolit menjadi pilihan untuk menggantikan sistem pengering konvensional guna meningkatkan mutu produk dan energi efisiensi. Konsep dasar sistem ini adalah peralatan pengeringan yang digunakan dilengkapi dengan Zeolit sebagai adsorben air.Pada peralatan ini udara yang digunakan untuk menguapkan air dari bahan(produk) dikurangi kelembabannya secara langsung oleh Zeolit. Sehingga kelembaban relative udara di ruang pengering dijaga tetap rendah. Di samping itu, proses adsorpsi melepaskan panas laten (3200–3600kJ/kg air terserap) dimana panas ini akan mempertahankan suhu udara di ruang pengering. Dengan kedua keuntungan ini kemampuan udara untuk membawa uap air dari produk dijaga tetap tinggi sehingga proses pengeringan lebih cepat.Hasil ujicoba untuk pengeringan rumput laut, karaginan, dan padi menunjukkan bahwa proses pengeringan dapat dihemat 0.5–1.0 jam lebih cepat, dengan efisiensi energi 70–75%. Dari aspek mutu yang meliputi sifat fisik dan kimia bahan yang dikeringkan, proses pengeringan dengan Zeolit pada suhu dibawah 70 oC,mampu mempertahankan kandungan nutrisi, serta menjaga sifat fisik mendekati kondisi segarnya.
The latent transforming growth factor-β binding protein 4, LTBP4, is differentially expressed in non-small cell lung cancer and associates with patient survival.
Authors: Mamoor Shahan
Published: September 2020

Non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) is the leading cause of cancer death in the United States (1). We mined published microarray data (2, 3, 4) to identify differentially expressed genes in NSCLC. We found that LTBP4 was among the genes whose expression was most quantitatively different in tumors from patients with NSCLC as compared to the lung. LTBP4 expression was significantly decreased in NSCLC tumors as compared to the lung, and lower expression of LTBP4 in patient tumors was significantly associated with worse overall survival. LTBP4 may be important for initiation or progression of non-small cell lung cancer in humans.
Program simulasi Aspen Hysis bagi mahasiswa teknik kimia di semester awal
Authors: Sari Dessy Agustina
Published: September 2020

Salah satu capaian menjadi sarjana dari program studi Teknik Kimia adalah tugas akhir pra-rancangan pabrik kimia. Sebagai program studi baru per 2018 membutuhkan pendukung kegiatan sisi pengajaran bagi mahasiswa didiknya. Salah satunya pendekatan yang dilakukan program studi adalah pengenalan program simulasi. Hal ini ditujukan untuk membantu pemahaman bagaimana desain dari sisi kebutuhan bahan baku, proses dan peralatan, hingga perangkat penyediaan utilisasi. Selain itu, komponen dari neraca masa dan panas juga tersaji. Pelatihan Aspen Hysis menjadi awalan dua angkatan pertama setelah mengambil mata kuliah Menggambar Teknik. Upaya ini bertujuan untuk menangani keterbatasan sumber bacaan seperti di kampus lain yang telah lama berdiri. Kegiatan pengenalan yang terlalu dini memberikan tanggapan positif pada 23 dari 60. Peserta tersebut secara tidak langsung melakukan pengembangan keterampilan dan kecakapan dalam menyelesaikan suatu proses industri. Pengawasan dilaksanakan hingga kegiatan berakhir sebagai bentuk pengawalan dari arti sebuah program studi baru. Perlahan implementasi pasca pelatihan dilanjutkan di mata kuliah Kimia Organik dengan topik distilasi. Pemisahan cair-cair berdasarkan perbedaan titik didih diuji coba baik secara teori, praktek praktikum, perekaman kegiatan, dan simulasi program ini.Kata kunci: aspen hysys, pra-rancangan pabrik, program simulasi, teknik kimia, tugas akhir
Praktikum mahasiswa teknik kimia unsika: teori melalui daring dan praktek di normal baru
Authors: Sari Dessy Agustina
Published: September 2020

Perkuliahan mulai dilakukan secara daring per akhir Maret 2020 di seluruh segmen penyelenggara pendidikan. Kegiatan praktikum juga turut dialihkan ke pembelajaran daring. Pengajar menjelaskan materi praktek secara jarak jauh dan mengemas pelaksanaan praktek sebagian dalam bentuk kajian pustaka. Tuntutan kontak langsung terhadap peralatan laboratorium disampaikan para peserta didik Teknik Kimia Unsika pasca ujian akhir semester di bulan Juni. Selain itu, hal ini juga dilatarbelakangi oleh peninjauan dan evaluasi koordinator program studi terhadap kinerja dosen pengampu praktikum. New normal menjadi pendukung protokol kesehatan di pandemi Covid-19. Waktu pelaksaanan dilakukan melalui pembagian jadwal piket dengan maksimal 10 orang. Youtube Dessy Yu menjadi media pengajaran bagi mahasiswa yang belajar dari rumah. Kompleksitas di laboratorium membuka wawasan mahasiswa. Beberapa hal teknis yang ditemukan dan fenomena suatu percobaan praktikum memberikan pemahaman lebih dan menarik kembali (kroscek silang) ke paparan teori pada mata kuliah Kimia Analitik dan Analisis Zat Gizi selama Maret – Juni di channel video tersebut. Kata kunci: laboratorium teknik kimia, new normal, praktikum daring, youtube dessy yu
Grain Surface Classification via Machine Learning Methods
Authors: Duysak Hüseyin , Ozkaya Umut , Yiğit Enes
Published: September 2020

In this study, radar signals were analyzed to classify grain surface types by using machine learning methods. Radar backscatter signals were recorded using a vector network analyzer between 18-40 GHz. A total of 5681 measurements of A scan signals were collected. The proposed method framework consists of two parts. First Order Statistical features are obtained by applying Fast Fourier Transform (FFT), Discrete Cosine Transform (DCT), Discrete Wavelet Transform (DWT) on backscatter signals in the first part of the framework. Classification process of these features was carried out with Support Vector Machine (SVM). In the second part of the proposed framework, two dimensional matrices in complex form were obtained by applying Short Time Fourier Transform (STFT) on the signals. Gray-Level Co-Occurrence Matrix (GLCM) and Gray-Level Run-Length Matrix (GLRLM) were obtained and feature extraction process was completed. Classification process was carried out with DVM. 10-k cross validation was applied. The highest performance was achieved with STFT+GLCM+SVM.
Corrosion and Micromorphological Analysis of Temporary Stainless Steel and Titanium Alloy Anchorage Devices
Authors: Nascimento Carolina Assis do
Published: September 2020

The aim of this study was to compare the surface micromorphology and corrosion resistance of diferent temporary anchoragedevices (TADs) composed of titanium alloy (SIN®) and stainless steel (DAT Steel® and Bio Ray®). Ten samples of eachTAD were submitted to qualitative analyses using energy-dispersive and scanning electronic microscopy before and afterimmersion in artifcial saliva (1500 ppm of fuoride) for 30 days. The chemical analysis was done by X-ray fuorescence,and the corrosion tests were performed by electrochemical means (open circuit potential—OCP, potentiostat, and electrochemical impedance spectroscopy—EIS, using anodic potentiodynamic polarization curves). Passive flm resistance (PFR)and corrosion current were established. The corrosion rate was determined by the mass loss test. Greater smoothness andfewer machining defects were observed for the stainless steel TAD before artifcial saliva immersion. Comparatively, highercorrosion resistance was found for titanium alloy TAD after immersion in saliva. There was no release of ions into the TADwhen immersed in artifcial saliva. ANOVA and Tukey tests showed that OCP (V) was signifcantly lower for the titaniumalloy TAD (p=0.030) than the stainless steel brands. Epite (V) and Epite−OCP (V) were signifcantly higher for the titaniumalloy TAD (p=0.0009 and p=0.0005, respectively). Stainless steel TADs presented lower roughness surface than titaniumalloy TAD, although the latter presented higher corrosion resistance than the former
Influence of material delivery condition on residual stresses and part properties during forward rod extrusion
Authors: Jobst Andreas
Published: September 2020

During the manufacturing of semi-finished products, the material is subjected to various forming steps to achieve the final geometry. In order to reduce the work hardening introduced and to ensure a good formability, it is annealed before component manufacturing. Forming technologies like forward rod extrusion are well-established methods for an efficient production of resilient components. In this process however, an inhomogeneous pre-strengthening of the material influences the stress distribution during forming and therefore the mechanical properties and the residual stresses in the component. Since they affect the parts operating behaviour, knowledge of the influence of the delivery condition of the material is necessary. The aim in this paper is to derive dependencies between material properties and the resulting residual stresses and work hardening in the component. Due to the increasing application, ferritic stainless steel X6Cr17 in the skin passed (+LC) and soft annealed (+A) states is used. Residual stresses, microstructure and microhardness distribution of both material states are compared regarding the rods and extruded parts. The effects of the delivery condition are evaluated by comparing process and component properties.
Lean and Six-Sigma Applications in Higher Education Enterprise System - A Literature Review
Authors: Zarreh Alireza , Stadick James
Published: September 2020

Lean thinking not only changes the way of manufacturing but also can be a way to improve any kind of organization. The educational system is one of these organizations that consider using lean principles to improve the current system. The goal of this study is research models, which show how lean principles can be used to transform the university system into a lean organization.
Rainfall Prediction with Agricultural Soil Analysis
Authors: Katte Aditya
Published: September 2020

In India, the last drawback faced by the farmers is that the selection of correct yield for farming. Several factors influence the yield of crops like rain, temperature, soil, etc. Crop prediction helps farmers in choosing the right crop for plantation to maximize their earning. Prediction of crops could even be accurately through with the help of data mining techniques and considering the environmental parameters. During this work, the classifiers used area unit support vector machine and processing. Prediction of the crop is completed by considering parameters just like the quantity of rain, least and most temperature, soil type, humidity, and soil, pH, scale price. the knowledge is collected from the agricultural website of geographical area. the knowledge is split into 9 agricultural zones. The associate interface has been designed through that farmers will enter the specified information to predict the crop. Classification of soil is required so that farmers can recognize the sort of soil and will plow the crops counting on the sort of soil.
How consistent is mind wandering across situations and tasks?—A latent state–trait analysis
Authors: Rummel Jan , Hagemann Dirk , Steindorf Lena , Schubert Anna-Lena
Published: September 2020

We investigated how consistent self-reported task-unrelated thoughts (TUTs), which are the most frequently used indicators of mind wandering, are across different situations and tasks. We assessed TUTs at two occasions within a cognitive and a reading task. Results from a latent state-trait model suggest that TUTs are somewhat consistent and task-specific but not situation-specific. These findings suggest that mind wandering indexed as TUTs should be considered a trait rather than a state.
Schemas of Contention
Authors: Gøtzsche-Astrup Johan , Gøtzsche-Astrup Oluf
Published: September 2020

The literature on contention conflates the structuring of contentious actions with their interpreta-tion, obscuring the independent role of interpretation. We propose a schemas of contention theory that explicitly distinguishes between a schema of action and a schema of interpretation. Focusing on the latter, we theorize and study the public’s interpretation of contention. In two studies of 1429 US citizens, we show that interpretation is structured by a schema that can be modelled in the dimensions of legitimacy and political legibility. Studies that neglect the schema of interpreta-tion or reduce it to that of action misrepresent the structuring of contention.
Household interaction patterns and elderly persons caregivers’ psychological wellbeing in Makueni sub-county, Kenya
Authors: Munywoki Vincent M. , Okpalaenwe Elizabeth Ngozi , Ndolo Urbanus
Published: September 2020

The psychosocial needs of the elderly are ever changing and this dynamism raises burden on caregivers of the elderly creating need for family support to balance their emotional disturbance. This study explored the relationship between household support systems and psychological wellbeing of elderly persons’ caregivers in Makueni Sub-County, Makueni County, Kenya. The study adopted Bowen’s Family Systems theory and used mixed method embedded design that combined correlation survey and phenomenology. The target population was caregivers, elderly persons and family members in 339 household families of elderly people receiving care at home. The sample size was 40 households in which 40 caregivers and family members each as well as 10 elderly were all sampled using purposive sampling. The 40 caregivers and family members were identified by virtue of the households while the elderly persons were identified on the basis of ability to respond to the questions. Data was collected using the Ryff’s scale of psychological wellbeing (to measure wellbeing of caregivers) with reliability Cronbach’s alpha of 0.86 and McMaster family device to assess the family interaction patterns of household family members with 0.7 coefficient. Data analysis was done using Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS) - quantitative data was analyzed using univariate analyses and Pearson correlation. The findings of the study may be used in developing policies on care and protection of elderly people, but more importantly in enhancing counselling interventions for handling caregivers’ psychological issues, hence facilitate family systems that support mental wellness of caregivers.
Investigating Motor Preparation in Autism Spectrum Disorder with and without Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder
Authors: Migó Marta , Guillory Sylvia , McLaughlin Christopher S. , Isenstein Emily L. , Grosman Hannah E. , Thakkar Katharine N. , Castellanos Francisco X. , Foss-Feig Jennifer H.
Published: September 2020

Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a neurodevelopmental disorder, where motor impairments are common and impact individuals across the lifespan. A growing body of work suggests that alterations in predictive processes may contribute to the ASD symptomatology, such that the anticipation of upcoming events is disrupted. Such an alteration could potentially impact motor planning. Motor planning deficits are not, however, unique to ASD. Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) has been linked to motor planning and execution difficulties, and ADHD commonly co-occurs with ASD. Whether motor planning deficits are characteristic of ASD broadly or magnified in the context of co-morbid ADHD is unclear. In this study we examined the lateralized readiness potential (LRP) to assess motor preparation and action-consequence prediction. While electroencephalography (EEG) was recorded, 29 typically developing (TD) controls and 21 ASD children both with (ASD+ADHD; n=12) and without (ASD−ADHD; n=9) comorbid ADHD completed a paradigm wherein voluntary actions either did or did not result in an auditory consequence. Our results revealed differences in LRP amplitude as a function of group and whether an action produced an effect. In TD, LRP amplitude was attenuated when an action produced an effect versus when it did not. In contrast, the ASD−ADHD group demonstrated LRP enhancement when the action led to an effect. Finally, the ASD+ADHD had attenuated LRP responses compared to other groups regardless of action-effect pairings. These findings suggest that the neural mechanisms for motor preparation and prediction differ between ASD and TD, and are influenced by the presence or absence of ADHD comorbidity.
A comparative study of sexual attitudes towards lesbianism and homosexuality with reference to age and gender
Authors: Sharma Simran
Published: September 2020

The aim of the present study was to find out whether age and gender have an influence on the sexual attitudes of people. The following components of sexual attitude were studied namely: Attitude towards lesbianism and homosexuality. The sample consisted of 100 subjects in which 50 were from the age group of 18-28 years further divided equally with respect to gender (25-male, 25-female) and the other 50 in the age group of 50-60 years similarly divided into male and female. 2×2 Factorial design was used as the research design for the present study. The sample was first divided in two groups on the basis of age and then further on the basis of gender. Personal data sheet and a questionnaire titled ‘Sexual Attitude Scale’ developed by Amit Abraham was used for data collection. Gathered data was calculated and analysed by F-test (ANOVA). The results revealed that subjects in the age group of 18-28 years had a favourable sexual attitude and 50-60 years had an unfavourable sexual attitude. On the basis of gender, males showed a favourable sexual attitude over females. While studying the interaction of age and gender on sexual attitudes it was found that males in the age group of 18-28 years had the most favourable sexual attitude whereas the females in the age groups of 50-60 years had the least favourable sexual attitude.
Virtual reality intervention to improve apathy in residential aged care: protocol for a multi-site trial
Authors: Saredakis Dimitrios , Keage Hannah AD , Corlis Megan , Loetscher Tobias
Published: September 2020

Background: Apathy is a prevalent neuropsychiatric symptom for older adults residing in aged care. Left untreated, apathy has been associated with accelerated cognitive decline and increased risk of mortality. Pharmacological interventions have not been established and can have side effects, placing a priority on the evaluation of non-pharmacological interventions. Reminiscence therapy, a psychosocial, person-centred intervention is commonly used in aged care and has demonstrated to reduce apathy. Traditional methods of reminiscence utilise physical objects and more recently technology including tablets and laptop computers have demonstrated potential. Virtual reality (VR) has successfully been used to treat psychological disorders, however there is little evidence on using VR for behavioural symptoms such as apathy in older adults. Using VR to deliver reminiscence therapy provides an immersive experience, and readily available applications provide access to a large range of content allowing easier delivery of therapy over traditional forms of therapy. This study aims to examine the effect of tailored reminiscence therapy using VR on apathy.Methods: In this multi-site trial, participants will be allocated to one of three groups; a reminiscence therapy intervention using VR; an active control using a laptop computer or physical items; and a passive control usual care group. A total of 45 participants will be recruited from residential aged care (15 in each group). The three groups will be compared at baseline and follow-up. The primary outcome is apathy, secondary outcomes include cognition and depression. Side effects from using head-mounted displays will also be examined in the VR group.Discussion: This study intends to establish if using VR reminiscence therapy improves levels of apathy compared to traditional reminiscence therapy or usual care. Results from this study will inform the therapeutic use of VR for older adults residing in aged care and provide knowledge for implementing VR into existing lifestyle activities in this context.Trial registration: This trial was registered in the Australian and New Zealand Clinical Trials Registry (ACTRN12619001510134). Registered 31 October 2018, https://www.anzctr.org.au/Trial/Registration/TrialReview.aspx?id=378564&isReview=true
Implicit realism impedes progress in psychology: Comment on Fried (2020)
Authors: Yarkoni Tal
Published: September 2020

Fried (in press) argues that progress in the factor and network modeling literatures is currently impeded by inadequate theory development. Here I take issue with this conclusion, focusing on two broad concerns. First, I argue that much of Fried's criticism of previous work (e.g., of general factor models) reflects a particular set of aesthetic preferences and priorities that other researchers are under no obligation to share. Second, I argue that Fried’s central argument tacitly assumes a strong realism about psychological constructs that is difficult to defend, and has deleterious practical consequences. When stripped of its realist commitments, Fried’s paper provides the reader with little reason to suppose that improved theory development would do much to facilitate progress in psychology. I suggest that applied psychologists may want to consider an alternative possibility---namely, that models constructed at a psychological level of description are simply not very conducive to the production of effective real-world predictions or interventions.
Family identification is a protective resource for people with eating disorders because it ameliorates feelings of loneliness
Authors: McNamara Niamh , Wakefield Juliet , Cruwys Tegan , Potter Adam , Jones Bethany A , McDevitt Sara
Published: September 2020

Families play an important role in eating disorder recovery. Recently, it has been suggested that they can ameliorate the loneliness and social isolation associated with an eating disorder. However, the psychological mechanisms through which this occurs have yet to be systematically explored. Utilising the Social Identity Approach to Health, we explore whether identification with one’s family group positively predicts health and wellbeing in people with eating disorders due to its capacity to reduce feelings of loneliness. We investigate this in two studies (N=82; N=234), one of which was conducted in the early stages of the COVID-19 pandemic. In both studies, we demonstrated that family identification protects health. This was apparent in participants reporting fewer and less severe ED symptoms, and in the context of the COVID-19 pandemic, reduced eating disorder-related impact and reduced anxiety. In both studies, these benefits were attributable to the protective role of family identification against loneliness. Our findings provide a framework for understanding in general why family is so important in treatment, including in the case of adults. It also supports the focus in treatment on the family as a group rather than as a collection of interpersonal relationships.
White Apathy and Pedagogical Renegotiations: An Autothistoria-teoría of Teaching While Sick, Tired, and Brown
Authors: Mejia Angie
Published: September 2020

In this article, I reflect on my experience as a graduate student and an instructor to examine the embodied risks, professional decisions, and consequences connected to attending graduate school while working as an educator in a predominantly white institution (PWI). Through recollection, memory, and archival data, this autoethnographic text highlights events that led me to reanalyze my “failure” at reaching all of my enrolled students in a sociology of race and ethnicity class and reframe it as a reaction to the social environment of White apathy. This mindframe was supported by the practices of an East Coast university after a racial bias event was publicized in national news media. I argue that we must examine how institutions of higher learning are complicit in fostering racial ecologies of Whiteness that subject Women of Color and others to experience dif- ferent forms of pain and abuse. In doing so, we can create new movidas (moves) that hold groups accountable and promote healthier learning environments for all.
Music Therapy: A Modalities to Consider During Rehabilitation of Neurological Patients
Authors: Nepal Pankaj Raj
Published: September 2020

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A Prospective Study on the Outcome of Semi-Closed Neurointensive Care in A Tertiary Care Hospital Located in A Rural Area of Eastern Nepal: A Lower-Income Developing Country
Authors: Keyal Niraj Kumar , Nepal Pankaj Raj , Tamrakar Karuna , Bhattarai Robin , Thapa Dinesh Kumar , Chaurasiya Rupesh Kumar
Published: September 2020

Background: High mortality and morbidity in neurological patients are found due to lack of closed ICU (Intensive Care Unit), neurointensivist, and training in neurocritical care in most of the developing countries. Therefore, this study was conducted to evaluate the outcome of the neurological patient managed by neurointensivist in a semi-closed ICU.

Materials and methods: It was a prospective, descriptive observational cross-sectional study in a level three Neuro-intensive care unit of a tertiary care hospital of Eastern Nepal, for one year in 191 patients. All patients above 18 years admitted to the Neuro-intensive care unit were included in this study. Demographic data was collected for all patients at the time of presentation to the ICU. The outcome of the patient was defined as transferred to Neuro-Ward, leave against medical advice (LAMA), do not resuscitate (DNR) and death. Statistical analysis was done by using SPSS. The result was presented as frequency and percentage.

Results: Out of 191 patients, Males (71.7%) was more common than females (28.2%). There were 107 (56%) patients were admitted after 24 hours of injury or illness. 28.2% of patients had a hemorrhagic stroke and was the most common diagnosis for admission in the ICU. This study showed that 58(82.72%) patients survived and were discharged, 23(12%) expired, 7(3.66%) went in LAMA) and 3(1.57%) gave do not resuscitate orders (DNR). Mean days on a mechanical ventilator was 3.17 ± 2.12 days. Mortality in the intubated patient was 19%.

Conclusion: A semi-closed Neuro-intensive care unit that includes full-time neurointensivist may have a better outcome than the open ICU.
Massive Temporalis Muscle Swelling after Decompressive Craniectomy: Case Report
Authors: Thapa Dinesh Kumar , Nepal Pankaj Raj , Bhattarai Robin , Rajbanshi Jagat Narayan , Yadav Navin Kumar
Published: September 2020

Background: Decompressive Craniectomy is a surgical procedure in neurosurgery to handle brain swelling subsequent to trauma, vascular insult, or tumor. There are different techniques and measurements of decompressive craniectomy performed worldwide. We follow the regular trauma flap involving fronto-temporo-parietal craniectomy. There have been many complications seen in these procedures, like brain herniation, malignant swelling, hydrocephalus, infection, etc. But we have encountered quite rare complications of decompressive craniectomy which had massive swelling of the temporalis muscle leading to significant mass effect and midline shift.
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Authors: Świątkiewicz Wojciech
Published: September 2020

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Zjawisko NEET na europejskim rynku pracy — zarys problemu
Authors: Muster Rafał
Published: September 2020

The article describes the phenomenon of NEETs (young people not in employment, education or training) in the European labour market. The focus of the article is on the presentation of Eurostat statistical data. It shows the dynamics of change in the population share of young people meeting all of the three conditions: they are not gainfully employed, enrolled at any kind of education institution, and do not gain work experience as trainees or interns. Available quantitative data shows the scale of this unfavourable social phenomenon in the years 2006—2015 within the area of the European Union. The scale of the NEETs phenomenon was visible before, during, and after the recent economic crisis. Due to the lack of unambiguous defining framework — referring to the age limits of persons included in the NEETs category — the scale of this phenomenon, based on Eurostat’s analyses, was presented in reference to broader perspective: 15—34 years, and then among people aged 18—24. Not only does the article indicate a number of adverse consequences of this phenomenon, but also delineates recommendations whose implementation could contribute to curbing it.
Brak zaufania społecznego bezdomnych matek jako czynnik bierności społecznej i zawodowej
Authors: Miszczuk-Wereszczyńska Monika
Published: September 2020

The paper concerns a subjective image of the social reality of homeless mothers. The focus is put on the phenomenon of trust. A theoretical perspective adopted in the article refers to the theory proposed by Piotr Sztompka and Anthony Giddens. The analysis of the world of homeless mothers is based on the qualitative and quantitative research conducted among women living in centres for single mothers in the Lower Silesia region. The results of the research point to a low trust level of homeless women. It is shown that the trust is the main factor of the individual activity. It significantly helps in the creation of the social relations network. Additionally, it is shown how to activate homeless women by increasing their trust.
Słownik nazw żeńskich polszczyzny, oprac. Katarzyna Hołojda, Patrycja Krysiak, Marta Śleziak, red. nauk. Agnieszka Małocha-Krupa, Wydawnictwo Uniwersytetu Wrocławskiego, Wrocław 2015, 683 s.
Authors: Desperak Iza
Published: September 2020

Słownik nazw żeńskich polszczyzny - recenzja.
Learning Effectivenss of Blended Learning in Higher Education Context
Authors: Sidupa Christiana
Published: September 2020

The notion of applying ICT to support traditional learning approach (face-to-face learning) is obviously not new todays. This study aimed to seek the significant difference between the mid test and final test scores of students’ English listening and reading skills. Mid test score represents face-to-face learning approach applied from first meeting whereas final test score represents blended learning approach employed after the mid test. The method used in this study was quantitative.  A random selection of samples was carried out involving 133 first year undergraduates in Jakarta pursuing English as a compulsory course.  Data collection technique used mid and final tests of two English skills: listening and reading. This study revealed that there was a significant difference between the mid test and the post test scores.
Identifying Code Mixing in the Social Media Conversation (Instagram and Whatsapp)
Authors: Aeni Tsamratul
Published: September 2020

This researcher aims to determine the types and dominant types of code mixing used by sixth semester students of English Language Education Study Program at Cokroaminoto Palopo University. This research used a qualitative method. The instrument of this research was documentation. The result of this research indicates that (1) there are 64 codes mixing which is used by sixth semester students. The students used 4 types of code mixing. Those are 30 codes mixing in the form of word (46.9%); 28 codes mixing in the form of phrase insertion (43.8%); 5 codes mixing in hybrid insertion form (7.8%); and there is only 1 code mixing in the form of a reduplication/repetition insertion (1.5%). (2) The dominant type of code mixing used by the students is in the form of word insertion.
A STUDY OF THE STUDENTS’ LEARNING STYLE AT THE SECOND GRADE OF SMP PESANTREN GUPPI SAMATA
Authors: Jamilah Radhiyatul , Hajriah Ria
Published: September 2020

The research aimed to analyze students’ receptive learning style, processing learning style, and expressive learning style in the second-grade students of SMP PesantrenGuppiSamata.  The research was in qualitative method, it collects, analyzes, and interprets the phenomenon of learning style in the second-grade students’ of VII B class in SMP GuppiSamata as the subject of research. The data was collected using observation and interviews. The result of this research showed that each student is different based on how they receive, process, and express their information. There were 17 students in VII B class. For the receptive learning style, there were three visual learners, five auditory learners, six kinesthetic learners, and the other three students who used multiple learning styles. In processing learning style there were seven left-brain learners and ten mid-brain learners. In expressive learning style, there were two students used creatively as output area, nine students used writing as output area, one student used thinking as output area, two students used creative and thinking as output area, and two students can use multiple output area. The research helped the students to know and realize their own learning style, providing a contribution to the teacher to plan learning strategy and learning activity that will suit each learning style and to be a new reference andupdates the existing study.
Using Mobile Instant Messaging in Teaching Vocabulary to Pre-intermediate EFL Learners: The Case of WhatsApp
Authors: Namaziandost Ehsan , Shafiee Sajad , Suryadi Ray
Published: September 2020

Smartphones are becoming an increasingly common part of our daily lives. Applications used in these systems are extremely varied due to their extraordinary efficiency. With respect to language teaching, the use of these technologies has opened up new doors, changing innovatively the way teachers teach and students learn. Accordingly, this study aimed to find out the impacts of using WhatsApp as a mobile instant messaging application on teaching vocabulary among pre-intermediate EFL learners. To this end, 60 Iranian pre-intermediate EFL learners were selected from a private English Language Institute. Then, they were randomly assigned to two equal groups- an experimental group and a control group. They were pre-tested by a researcher-made vocabulary test.  Then, the treatment was applied to both groups. As the treatment, the control group was taught with traditional activities whereas the experimental group was taught with the use of mobile application (WhatsApp). At the end of the instruction, a researcher-made vocabulary post-test was administered. The results of independent samples t-test and one-way ANCOVA indicated that the experimental group had better performance on the post-test compared to control group revealing the usefulness of the mobile application utilized in this study on learning vocabulary.