bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Comparative transcriptome and proteome reveal the unique genes and proteins of female parasitic wasps, Lysiphlebia japonica Ashmead
Authors: Li Jinming , Zhou Tingting , Zhu Xiangzhen , Wang Li , Zhang Kaixin , Li Dongyang , Ji Jichao , Luo Junyu , Cui Jinjie , Gao Xueke
Published: October 2023

BACKGROUND

Lysiphlebia japonica Ashmead (Hymenoptera, Braconidae) is an endophagous parasitoid wasp and its host, Aphis gossypii Glover (Hemiptera, Aphididae) is a major cotton pest. L. japonica affects the growth and fatty acid metabolism of cotton aphids after parasitization and has been widely used as a biocontrol agent. However, there are currently few reports about the molecular characteristics of L. japonica, especially the differences between male and female.

RESULTS

In this study, using transcriptome and proteome analysis of the abdomen of female and male parasitic wasps, respectively, we obtained a total of 27,169 DEGs and 1,194 DEPs, then a total of 909 positively correlated high‐expression proteins and genes were obtained by combined omics analysis. Subsequently, 20 differentially expressed abdomen specific proteins were selected for validation by RT‐qPCR and Multiple Reaction Monitoring (MRM) protein verification. The result of RT‐qPCR demonstrated that all 20 genes were highly expressed in the abdomen of females, and five target proteins with unique peptide fragments and identification profiles were identified by MRM, which were venom protease, tropomyosin, lipase member I, venom serine carboxypeptidase and calreticulin, respectively.

CONCLUSION

Overall, these results provided molecular resources for the differences between males and females in L. japonica and the screened 20 abdomen specific proteins were verified to demonstrate the validity of the data, which offered important molecular data resources for further studies on the related functional genes of parasitic wasps and the mechanism of parasitoids regulating the growth of aphids. © 2023 Society of Chemical Industry.
Defective coloring of hypergraphs
Authors: Girão António , Illingworth Freddie , Scott Alex , Wood David R.
Published: October 2023

We prove that the vertices of every ‐uniform hypergraph with maximum degree may be colored with colors such that each vertex is in at most monochromatic edges. This result, which is best possible up to the value of the constant , generalizes the classical result of Erdős and Lovász who proved the case.
Self‐Cascade Ce‐MOF‐818 Nanozyme for Sequential Hydrolysis and Oxidation
Authors: Liu Sheng , He Yang , Zhang Weikun , Fu Tao , Wang Liangjie , Zhang Yixin , Xu Yi , Sun Hao , Zhao Huazhang
Published: October 2023

Mimicking efficient biocatalytic cascades using nanozymes has gained enormous attention in catalytic chemistry, but it remains challenging to develop a nanozyme‐based cascade system to sequentially perform the desired reactions. Particularly, the integration of sequential hydrolysis and oxidation reactions into nanozyme‐based cascade systems has not yet been achieved, despite their significant roles in various domains. Herein, a self‐cascade Ce‐MOF‐818 nanozyme for sequential hydrolysis and oxidation reactions is developed. Ce‐MOF‐818 is the first Ce(IV)‐based heterometallic metal–organic framework constructed through the coordination of Ce and Cu to distinct groups. It is successfully synthesized using an improved solvothermal method, overcoming the challenge posed by the significant difference in the binding speeds of Ce and Cu to ligands. With excellent organophosphate hydrolase‐like (Km = 42.3 µM, Kcat = 0.0208 min−1) and catechol oxidase‐like (Km = 2589 µM, Kcat = 1.25 s−1) activities attributed to its bimetallic active centers, Ce‐MOF‐818 serves as a promising self‐cascade platform for sequential hydrolysis and oxidation. Notably, its catalytic efficiency surpasses that of physically mixed nanozymes by approximately fourfold, owning to the close integration of active sites. The developed hydrolysis–oxidation self‐cascade nanozyme has promising potential applications in catalytic chemistry and provides valuable insights into the rational design of nanozyme‐based cascade systems.
Emerging biotechnologies and biomedical engineering technologies for hearing reconstruction
Authors: Hu Yangnan , Fang Le , Zhang Hui , Zheng Shasha , Liao Menghui , Cui Qingyue , Wei Hao , Wu Danqi , Cheng Hong , Qi Yanru , Wang Huan , Xin Tao , Wang Tian , Chai Renjie
Published: October 2023

Hearing impairment is a global health problem that affects social communications and the economy. The damage and loss of cochlear hair cells and spiral ganglion neurons (SGNs) as well as the degeneration of neurites of SGNs are the core causes of sensorineural hearing loss. Biotechnologies and biomedical engineering technologies provide new hope for the treatment of auditory diseases, which utilizes biological strategies or tissue engineering methods to achieve drug delivery and the regeneration of cells, tissues, and even organs. Here, the advancements in the applications of biotechnologies (including gene therapy and cochlear organoids) and biomedical engineering technologies (including drug delivery, electrode coating, electrical stimulation and bionic scaffolds) in the field of hearing reconstruction are presented. Moreover, we summarize the challenges and provide a perspective on this field.
Moral hazard and selection bias in insurance markets: Evidence from commercial fisheries
Authors: Marvasti Akbar , Dakhlia Sami
Published: October 2023

Using a panel dataset of commercial fisheries in the Gulf of Mexico, we attempt to separately identify the moral hazard and self‐selection effects of property insurance coverage among commercial fishers. We use captains' propensity to take fishing trips under adverse weather conditions as a proxy for their private information; these data are available to us, but not to insurers. We find that vessels with higher long‐term exposure to risk are significantly less likely to be insured, suggesting potential advantageous selection. However, this relationship dissipates once we control for information likely known to the insurer. Finally, using a Heckit estimator, we find evidence of moral hazard: insured captains take more risks at sea.
Applying Intro to Psych lessons to university administration
Authors: Schwebel David C. , McFarland Carl E.
Published: October 2023

The American Psychological Association estimates more than 1 million students take Introductory to Psychology courses annually. Psych 101 syllabi expose students to dozens of lessons spanning the broad field of psychology.
Limit risk, liability by derailing pathway to violence
Authors: McCarthy Claudine
Published: October 2023

CLEARWATER, FLORIDA — When higher education leaders take a proactive rather than reactive approach to active assailants, they can limit the risks and liabilities for their institutions.
Effects of gabapentin on intraocular pressure, tear production and horizontal pupil diameter in New Zealand White rabbits
Authors: Cinar Harun , Yanmaz Latif E. , Isil Ayhan , Danisman Ibrahim T.
Published: October 2023

Background

This study aimed to investigate the effects of gabapentin on various ocular parameters in New Zealand White rabbits.

Methods

A randomised, placebo‐controlled crossover study design was employed. Eight New Zealand White rabbits were randomly assigned to receive either oral gabapentin at a dosage of 15 mg/kg or an oral placebo, with a 1‐week washout period between treatments. Intraocular pressure, tear production and horizontal pupil diameter were measured at baseline (T0) and at 30, 60, 90, 120, 180, 240 and 360 minutes after drug administration. Physiological and behavioural changes were also recorded for both treatments following drug administration.

Results

The administration of gabapentin did not have any significant effects on the ocular parameters measured in this study. However, the rabbits exhibited some muscle relaxation with partially closed eyes during handling, and they were slightly easier to remove from the cage when treated with gabapentin compared to the placebo treatment.

Limitations

In this study, the ocular effects of gabapentin were assessed in only a small number of healthy rabbits. These effects may differ in rabbits with pre‐existing eye conditions or in those receiving other medications.

Conclusions

Our findings suggest that gabapentin treatment does not have a significant impact on intraocular pressure, tear production or horizontal pupil diameter in rabbits.
On growth and instability for semilinear evolution equations: an abstract approach
Authors: Müller Vladimir , Schnaubelt Roland , Tomilov Yuri
Published: October 2023

We propose a new approach to the study of (nonlinear) growth and instability for semilinear abstract evolution equations with compact nonlinearities. We show, in particular, that compact nonlinear perturbations of linear evolution equations can be treated as linear ones as far as the growth of their solutions is concerned. We obtain exponential lower bounds of solutions for initial values from a dense set in resolvent or spectral terms. The abstract results are applied, in particular, to the study of energy growth for semilinear backward damped wave equations.
Brain blood flow pulse analysis may help to recognize individuals who suffer from hydrocephalus
Authors: Ziółkowski Arkadiusz , Kasprowicz Magdalena , Czosnyka Marek , Czosnyka Zofia
Published: October 2023

Background

Normal pressure hydrocephalus (NPH) is often associated with altered cerebral blood flow. Recent research with the use of the ultrasonic method suggests specific changes in the shape of cardiac-related cerebral arterial blood volume (CaBV) pulses in NPH patients. Our study aims to provide a quantitative analysis of the shape of CaBV pulses, estimated based on transcranial Doppler ultrasonography (TCD) in NPH patients and healthy individuals.

Methods

The CaBV pulses were estimated using TCD cerebral blood flow velocity signals recorded from probable NPH adults and age-matched healthy individuals at rest. The shape of the CaBV pulses was compared to a triangular shape with 27 similarity parameters calculated for every reliable CaBV pulse and compared between patients and volunteers. The diagnostic accuracy of the most prominent parameter for NPH classification was evaluated using the area under the receiver operating characteristic curve (AUC).

Results

The similarity parameters were calculated for 31 probable NPH patients (age: 59 years (IQR: 47, 67 years), 14 females) and 23 healthy volunteers (age: 54 years (IQR: 43, 61 years), 18 females). Eighteen of 27 parameters were different between healthy individuals and NPH patients (p < 0.05). The most prominent differences were found for the ascending slope of the CaBV pulse with the AUC equal to 0.87 (95% confidence interval: 0.77, 0.97, p < 0.001).

Conclusions

The findings suggest that in NPH, the ascending slope of the CaBV pulse had a slower rise, was more like a straight line, and generally was less convex than in volunteers. Prospective research is required to verify the clinical utility of these findings.
Dynamics of the room: expert wrangling in the process of standard formation
Authors: Hayes Jan , Maslen Sarah
Published: October 2023

This paper examines the dynamics of expert collaboration in industry standard development. The use of expert committees in the development of standards is common practice, and yet the operation of such groups tends to be a “black box.” Based on participant observation and interviews with committee participants, we examine the group dynamics within the subcommittee involved in a major update to one part of the Australian Standard for pipeline engineering, and the skills required of the Chair to obtain the best outcome. We address how the expert group is built, how the Chair leads them to a negotiated outcome, and how the Standard becomes socialized into the public domain. Agreement comes slowly, with some picking their battles, but many others repeatedly putting forward their views. The Chair exhibits three types of expertise (contributory, interactional, decision-making) which together are critical to resolving debates and, in effect, agreeing on the collective wisdom of the group.
Medical Students’ Self-Perceptions of Harassment During Clinical Placement
Authors: Henning Marcus A. , Stonyer Josephine , Chen Yan , Hove Benjamin Alsop-ten , Moir Fiona , Coomber Ties , Webster Craig S.
Published: October 2023

Objectives

Exploring workplace dynamics during clinical placement is crucial to determine whether medical students are encountering safe and meaningful learning experiences. The aim of this original article is to describe medical students’ reported harassment experiences whilst on clinical placement.

Design

Medical students in years 4 to 6 were invited to participate in the survey. In this mixed-methods study, data collection included demographic information, responses to the Generalized Workplace Harassment Questionnaire, and qualitative commentaries.

Results

Two hundred and five students completed the questionnaire. Medical students experienced harassment in areas of verbal aggression, disrespect, isolation/exclusion, threats/bribes, and physical aggression. Concerning levels of occurrence were noted for disrespect, isolation/exclusion, and verbal aggression.

Conclusions

Many medical students in this study reported experiencing harassment during their clinical placements indicating that harassment during clinical placement continues to be of concern in medical education. The findings indicate that further initiatives need to be designed to identify and respond to these cases of workplace harassment and that power imbalance and safe reporting appear to be further issues of concern. It was evident that students need to feel safe enough to be able to report harassment experiences to allow managers and educators to address the full extent of the problem.
Invesitgation of the thermo physico-mechanical and drilling characteristics of sandstone in Zonguldak hard coal basin
Authors: Sakız Utku
Published: October 2023

Effect of temperature on physico-mechanical properties is an important research topic for engineering applications such as underground coal gasification, exploitation of deep oil and gas resources, extraction of geothermal energy and burial of nuclear waste. This paper aims to investigate the variation of physico-mechanical and drilling properties of sandstones from the Zonguldak Hardcoal Basin at different temperatures (from room temperature to 600 °C). The results show that with the increase in the temperature of the sandstone, the geomechanical parameters and leeb hardness properties decrease, while the drilling rate index and porosity properties increase. Especially, the geomechanical properties of sandstone decrease sharply above 500 °C as the critical temperature of the rock. The average geomechanical properties (uniaxial compressive strength, tensile strength and Young modulus) and Leeb hardness values decreased by %35.3, 30.0, 50.3 and 14 respectively when the sandtone samples heated the 600 °C. On the other hand, the drilling rate index increased by 24.14% and the porosity increased by 470 times compared to its initial value at room temperature. Based on the findings of the present study, statistical analysis (correlation analysis) were revealed between rock physico-mechanical and drilling properties of sandstone and temperature. In the light of this fact, obtained results show that is of great importance to study the changes in the physico-mechanical and drillability properties of the rock after the heating process.
Applied Quantum Mechanics
Authors: Levi A. F. J.
Published: October 2023

Featuring new coverage of quantum engineering and quantum information processing, the third edition of this bestselling textbook continues to provide students with a uniquely practical introduction to the fundamentals of quantum mechanics. It features straightforward explanations of quantum effects, suitable for readers from non-physics backgrounds; real-world engineering problems showcasing the practical application of theory to practice, providing a relevant and accessible introduction to cutting-edge quantum applications; over 60 accessible worked examples using Matlab, allowing students to deepen their understanding through computational exploration and visualization; and a new chapter on quantum engineering, introducing students to state-of-the-art concepts in quantum information processing and quantum device design. Updated throughout and supported online by downloadable Matlab code, exam questions, and solutions to over 150 homework problems for instructors, this is the ideal textbook for senior undergraduate and graduate students in applied science, engineering, and materials science studying a first course in quantum mechanics.
AN EMERGENT PLANETARY HEALTH LAW
Authors: Ip Eric C
Published: October 2023

The health of the planet and its life forms are under threat from anthropogenic climate change, pollution and biodiversity loss, and the extreme weather events, heatwaves and wildfires that accompany them. The burgeoning field of planetary health studies the interplay between humanity and the Earth's biosphere and ecosystems on which human health depends. Scholarship on law from a planetary health vantage point remains scarce. This article fills this gap by delineating the conceptual building blocks of a planetary health law, which, in its latent form, is dispersed across various hard and soft sources of international environmental law and global health law that converge on the right to a healthy environment, and, to a lesser extent, rights of nature emerging in various domestic jurisdictions. It elucidates how the fragmented regimes of international environmental and global health law could be developed in more coherent ways, driven by an overarching concern for the integrity of the planetary foundations of life.
Deep learning-based companion robot on senile dementia patients
Authors: Jin Tao , Fu Shanshan , Wu Di , Jiang Yongzeng , Wang Yiping
Published: October 2023

Background

There are currently at least 50 million dementia patients worldwide, and this number is expected to reach 152 million by 2050, of which about 60-70% will be Alzheimer’s patients. The companion robot based on deep learning is a product of the development of artificial intelligence technology, which is of great significance to the physical and mental health of the elderly, so it is used in the research on the treatment of Alzheimer’s patients.

Subjects and Methods

100 patients with Alzheimer’s disease in a hospital were selected for the study, and 50 patients were randomly divided into experimental group and control group. In the experiment, 50 patients with Alzheimer in the experimental group used a companion robot based on deep learning for auxiliary treatment while carrying out daily treatment. The control group of 50 patients did not receive any adjuvant therapy in addition to daily treatment. After three months of treatment, the study used the 3D-CAM and the mini–mental state examination (MMSE) to collect the treatment status of all patients, and used the SPSS23.0 statistical software to statistically analyze the collected data.

Results

After statistical analysis, the results of the two groups were obtained. The scores of 3D-CAM and MMSE in the experimental group were significantly higher than those in the control group and the difference was statistically significant.

Conclusions

Companion robots based on deep learning are helpful in the treatment of Alzheimer’s patients. They can improve the therapeutic effect and have certain social value.

Acknowledgement

The Fundamental Research Funds in Heilongjiang Provincial Universities (No.135309356); Qiqihar University Young Teachers’ Scientific Research Initiation Support Program (No.2012k-M17).
Motor imagery therapy on upper limb motor control after stroke
Authors: Wu Yuanyuan , Pei Haitao , Huang Haoliang , Tang Songjun
Published: October 2023

Background

Stroke is a common neurological disease, the main pathological feature of which is cerebral ischemia or bleeding caused by sudden blockage or rupture of cerebral vessels. Impaired upper limb motor control after stroke severely affects patients’ quality of life and ability to perform daily activities. Traditional rehabilitation methods mainly rely on physical therapy and drug therapy, but there are limited effects.

Subjects and Methods

It is to explore the clinical effect of motor imagery therapy in the study of upper limb motor control after stroke. Fifty patients with stroke and the influence of upper limb movement were selected as experimental subjects, 25 as an experimental group and 25 as a control group. The experimental group received six months of rehabilitation training using motor imagery therapy, and the control group received six months of rehabilitation training using traditional drug alteplase.

Results

The experimental results were evaluated by SPSS23.0 system. P<0.05 indicated that the difference was statistically significant, and the upper limb motor function and muscle strength of 20 patients in the experimental group were significantly improved after half a year, More than 80 percent have recovered, with significant differences (P<0.05).

Conclusions

After the motor imagination therapy is integrated into stroke patients, it can promote the reorganization of brain nerves, enhance the motor memory of muscles, improve the patients’ attention and concentration on sports, and help them recover the motor function of the upper limbs.

Acknowledgement

2021 Shanghai Society of Integrated Traditional Chinese and Western Medicine Community Medicine and Health Management Research Project (No. 2021-117); 2022 Shanghai Jing’an District Medical Research Fund Project (No. 2022QT05).
Application of asynchronous teaching method in the treatment of bipolar disorder
Authors: Zhu Jiandong
Published: October 2023

Background

Bipolar affective disorder, as a common mental issue, is characterized by emotional abnormality and manic and depressive states. Traditional medicine has a long course of disease and generates slow poor therapeutic effects. The asynchronous teaching method takes the students’ self-consciousness as an observation perspective. It focuses on the intervention of students’ psychological conditions in a teaching situation of equality and mutual assistance. To explore the effect of asynchronous teaching method on students with bipolar disorder to help improve their mental health.

Subjects and Methods

The research took the students with bipolar affective disorder as the experiment object. The control group applied basic nursing, medication guidance and other conventional nursing approach, while the experimental group was treated with asynchronous teaching method intervention on the basis of the control group, that is, the teacher used a six-stage teaching process to guide students’ personalized development and improvement of their self-consciousness, and timely guided students to pay attention to and examine their own psychological conditions. The intervention time was 3 months. The aggressive behavior and psychological status of the students were evaluated with the Modified Overt Aggression Scale (MOAS) and the Self-reporting Inventory (SCL-90). SPSS22.0 statistical software was used for classification analysis. Measurement data was expressed as (x ± s), and P<0.05 was defined as statistically significant.

Results

After receiving nursing care, the students in the two groups all received improvement in their symptoms to varying degrees. The MOAS scores of the students in the experimental group after one month and three months of nursing care were (5.34 ± 0.83) and (0.31 ± 0.91), which were significantly better than those of the control group (5.42 ± 0.92) and the control group (2.08 ± 0.32), with statistical significance (P<0.05). After intervention, the SCL-90 scores of the two groups were significantly different (P<0.05).

Conclusions

Asynchronous teaching method intervenes students with bipolar affective disorder in a more equal way so that they can correctly and objectively view their own symptoms. The method proposed in this research has a better intervention effect on students’ psychological assessment and mental health status.
Interactive teaching mode in college English on students’ social phobia
Authors: Li Zhuo
Published: October 2023

Background

Social phobia is a common psychological disorder, particularly common among college students. College English, as a compulsory course, provides an opportunity for implementing an interactive teaching model. By implementing an interactive teaching model, students can more actively participate in classroom discussions, group activities, and role-playing, thereby enhancing their social skills and confidence.

Subjects and Methods

This study selected English teachers and 86 students from a university as the research subjects. By comparing the differences in students’ social fear levels between traditional and interactive teaching modes, the traditional teaching group usually adopts traditional face-to-face teaching methods for learning. The interactive teaching group adopts a more interactive and participatory teaching approach, using methods such as classroom discussions, group activities, experiments, and applications. This study used SPSS23.0 statistical software to analyze the data.

Results

In the experiment, the scores of social phobia patients in the traditional teaching group showed a decreasing trend on the Self Rating Anxiety Scale, from 58.64 points to 34.16 points; The score of the interactive teaching changed from 60.24 points to 52.77 points. By comparing the scores of the interactive teaching group and the traditional teaching group, the interactive teaching mode of college English can improve communication skills of patients with social phobia.

Conclusions

The study adopted an interactive teaching model in college English teaching, and found that the symptoms of social phobia among college students were alleviated to some extent, which had a positive impact on their mental health.

Acknowledgement

Chongqing Federation of Social Sciences (No. 2022WYZX32).
Urban rail transit design practice on cognitive obstacles in art and design majors
Authors: Tang Shan
Published: October 2023

Background

Students majoring in art and design exhibit a more assertive personality, emphasizing their interests and hobbies while emphasizing their major over culture. They are easily suffering from cognitive impairment under the influence of professional characteristics, family environment, and growth experiences. The research added practical content of urban rail transit design to some content of art and design majors. It is to achieve intervention in cognitive impairment of art and design students.

Subjects and Methods

Two classes of students majoring in design from art schools were selected as the research subjects and assigned to groups A and B. Group A adopts traditional art and design professional cognitive impairment treatment methods, while Group B participates in urban rail transit design practice for combined intervention. The experimental total lasted for six months, and the data were organized according to SPSS23.0. t-tests for comparison between the two sets of intervention pre and post were used.

Results

After intervention, the perceptual-cognitive function score of Group B increased to 54.46 ± 6.68 points, and the perceptual-cognitive function score increased to 20.32 ± 1.97 points, significantly higher than Group A. At the same time, the quality of life score increased to 11.68, resulting in a significant improvement of 1.66 cases.

Conclusions

The combination of traditional treatment methods with urban rail transit design practices has an effective intervention effect on treating cognitive impairment in art and design majors.

Acknowledgement

The 2022 general topic of philosophy and Social Sciences in Colleges and universities in Jiangsu Province (No. 2022SJYB1204).
Manifestations and treatment strategies of anxiety disorders among English Chinese translators in cross-cultural translation
Authors: Zhu Shanshan
Published: October 2023

Background

Although English Chinese translators receive high salaries, their mental abilities are overwhelmed during long-term cross-cultural translation. In addition, the requirements for translation submission time and quality make them face long-term pressure, and over time, they develop anxiety disorders, mainly manifested as sleep disorders. To address this issue, research has added psychological intervention therapy to traditional drug therapy and used a combination of treatment strategies to treat anxiety disorders.

Subjects and Methods

100 English Chinese translators with anxiety disorders were randomly divided into two groups: Group C and Group D. Group C received drug therapy, while Group D received psychological intervention in addition to drug therapy. The experiment lasted for 3 months and their psyche was evaluated by Hamilton Anxiety Scale and data treatment was analyzed using SPSS 21.0. Metrics were indicated in the shape of average ± criterion variation and t-test was used.

Results

The Hamilton scale score of Group D was 25.52 ± 1.15 before the intervention, and 7.06 ± 0.88 after the intervention; Before the intervention, the score of Group C was 25.47 ± 1.06, and after the intervention, it was 14.03 ± 1.55. Overall, the combination of drug therapy and psychological intervention has a better therapeutic effect.

Conclusions

English Chinese translators often exhibit anxiety disorders such as neurotic tension and sleep disorders in cross-cultural translation, and the combination of psychological intervention strategies in drug therapy is effective in treating their anxiety disorders.
Combined psycho-pharmacological treatment on depression-anxiety symptoms of new employees in post-epidemic era
Authors: Huang Yamin
Published: October 2023

Background

Newcomers to the workplace in the post-epidemic era are often accompanied by maladaptive symptoms such as anxiety and depression. Due to their varying degrees of severity, a combination of psychosocial and pharmacologic treatments is essential.

Subjects and Methods

In this study, 500 on-the-job new employees of a company were selected as research subjects, and they were randomly divided into the control group and the research group. The control group was treated with medication only, and the research group was treated with a combination of psychological intervention medication. The medication was chosen to be buspirone hydrochloride tablets 10 mg 3 times/d orally, and analyzed with the Hamilton Rating Scale for Anxiety (HAM-A) as a control, and finally analyzed using SPSS 22.0 for statistical analysis.

Results

After 3 months of experimentation in the study, the anxiety scale score of new employees in the control group decreased from 23 to 17, and the anxiety scale score of new employees in the research group decreased from 24 to 12. In the research group, there was a significant difference in the psychological stress of new employees before and after the experiment (P<0.05). The experimental results show that the treatment has a more obvious alleviating effect on the depression and anxiety of new employees in the post-epidemic era, which means combining psychological intervention and medication.

Conclusions

The combination of psychotherapy and drug therapy in this study can significantly alleviate the depression and anxiety of new employees after the epidemic. It can also provide a reference for other company managers and promote the attention to the psychological state of employees.

Acknowledgement

Humanities and Social Science project of Guangdong University of Science and Technology (No. GKY-2021KYYBW-35).
Intervention of innovative education in ideological and political education in colleges and universities on anxiety symptoms of college students with mental disorders
Authors: Xu Xia , Yang Dequan
Published: October 2023

Background

With the increase in social pressure, the anxiety symptoms of college students with mental disorders are increasing year by year. This has harmed their living standards and learning outcomes. The current intervention measures largely overlook the impact of ideological and political education in universities.

Subjects and Methods

The study used a randomized controlled trial design. The experimental group (n=60) adopted innovative ideological and political education interventions, including group discussions, role-playing, and theme reports, with an intervention period of 12 months. The control group (n=60) received routine psychological counseling services. All participants were evaluated at the beginning, duration of 6 months, and end of the study. The Hamilton Anxiety Scale (HAM-A) was mainly used for evaluation. Descriptive and inferential statistical analysis was conducted on the data using SPSS 22.0.

Results

After the intervention, compared with the control group, the anxiety symptoms of the experimental group of college students were significantly reduced. After 12 months of intervention, the HAM-A score of the experimental group decreased by an average of 12.1 points, while the average decrease in the HAM-A score of the control group was 3.2 points. The follow-up evaluation also confirmed this result.

Conclusions

This study shows that innovative ideological and political education interventions are significantly superior to conventional psychological counseling services, and effectively reduce anxiety symptoms of college students with mental disorders in clinical practice.

Acknowledgement

The 2020 Hubei Skilled Talent Training and Research Center Project (No. 20BJN014); 2020 China University Industry, University and Research Innovation Fund - New Generation Information Technology Innovation Project (No. 2020ITA02052).
Relieving effect of online ideological and political education on students’ anxiety disorders
Authors: Zhang Meiru , Liu Shuxia
Published: October 2023

Background

With the emergence and development of the Internet, the practice of ideological and political education via the Internet for students has gradually become a new trend. However, some students developed anxiety disorders due to changes in activity patterns, increased pressures from society and individual’s particular mentality. The focus of the present study was to explore the impact of online ideological and political education on relieving students’ anxiety disorders.

Subjects and Methods

A total of 200 students with anxiety disorders from different universities were randomly divided into the intervention group (100 students) that underwent online ideological and political education, and the control group (100 students) who received traditional ideological and political education. Pre and post test assessments of anxiety levels were conducted using the Self-rating Anxiety Scale (SAS).

Results

Pre-intervention, both the control and intervention groups showed similar levels of anxiety disorders. However, post-intervention assessments yielded notable results. The anxiety levels in the intervention group who experienced online ideological and political education showed a significant decrease (P<0.05) compared to the control group.

Conclusions

The findings suggest that online ideological and political education can effectively reduce the levels of anxiety disorders among university students. Such intervention can be leveraged as part of the broader strategy to promote psychological health in the student community. Future researchers are encouraged to investigate the specific components of online ideological and political education to have such effect.

Acknowledgement

The planning research projects of the China Association of Private Education (School Development) No.CANFZG23433; Research on the Construction of the Cultivating System of Private Colleges and Universities under the Prospective of Ideological and political (No.ZD -2023-10); 2022 Liaoning Province First Rate Undergraduate Course; 2023 Shenyang University of Science and Technology Teaching Team Construction (No.13621-2023-03-079).
Intervention of mindfulness meditation on self loss and OCD of personnel in service industry of foreign trade
Authors: Fu Dan , Gao Jing
Published: October 2023

Background

Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is a unique anxiety disorder characterized by repetitive or constantly invading thoughts, viewpoints, or images, as well as ritualized behaviors aimed at alleviating the anxiety caused by these thoughts and images. OCD may affect an individual’s life and social functions. This study started with the self-depletion and obsessive-compulsive disorder of personnel in the comprehensive service industry of foreign trade and analyzed the intervention effect of mindfulness meditation on patients.

Subjects and Methods

This study selected 164 individuals from the OCD foreign trade comprehensive service industry as the research subjects. The subjects were divided into two groups, with 84 in the loss group receiving traditional intervention and 84 in the control group receiving mindfulness meditation intervention. The experiment adopts a dual-task paradigm. Task 1 uses the Chinese version of the E-crossing task as the self-control task, and Task 2 uses the Stroop task as the detection task. Subjective questionnaires and Stroop scores are used to examine whether E-crossing can effectively trigger self-loss.

Results

Research has shown that completing a 6-minute Chinese version of an E-crossing task can effectively induce loss; Subjectively, the subjects in the loss group believe that the task is more difficult than the control group, and their scores in objective tests are significantly lower than those in the control group.

Conclusions

In summary, the compensation effect of mindfulness audio intervention on loss is better than that of relaxation training and other rest interventions at the same time. It is a universal, economical and convenient method for compensating loss and treating OCD among personnel in the foreign trade comprehensive service industry.
Identity marketing methods on consumer hypochondria
Authors: Yang Xing
Published: October 2023

Background

Social marketing can enable enterprises to gain social recognition, and enhance customer trust and loyalty, while also improving financial performance and ultimately enhancing competitiveness. In recent years, concerns have become increasingly apparent that same-sex marketing strategies may lead to consumer hypochondria. In modern consumer culture, identity marketing strategies have become a common strategy. Given this, this study aims to identify the actual impact of same-sex marketing strategies on consumer hypochondria.

Subjects and Methods

This study observed and selected 200 consumers with hypochondria from a certain hospital, who were randomly divided into an experimental group of 100 and a control group of 100. There was no significant difference between the two groups of patients obtained. Track and observe the behavior and purchase intention of two groups of consumers during consumption. The patients in the experimental group were accompanied by sales representatives with knowledge of same-sex marketing strategies to explain the connotation of the products during consumption; the control group did not make any changes. The experiment used SPSS24.0 to analyze the data.

Results

Statistical analysis shows that the hypochondriac symptoms of the experimental group patients have significantly reduced, and there is a significant difference in hypochondriac symptoms between the two groups of patients (P<0.05).

Conclusions

Overall, there is a certain correlation between identity marketing methods and consumer hypochondria. Enterprises and marketers should be more cautious in designing and implementing their identity marketing strategies to ensure that they do not cause excessive concern and anxiety among consumers.
Brand image design on consumer bipolar disorder based on cognitive psychology
Authors: Zhang Han , Zhu Yajuan , Zhu Qiongyu
Published: October 2023

Background

Brand image design starts with sensory stimulation. Consumers experience the brand image, recognize the brand, and purchase goods through their senses, which is a comprehensive experience. Eliminating psychological barriers requires starting from an emotional perspective, as brand emotionalization often occurs from the beginning of user contact, and is conveyed through the senses to establish a “sensory” level emotional experience. This study utilizes cognitive psychology to analyze consumers’ bidirectional emotional barriers and establish a positive and emotional brand image.

Subjects and Methods

This study uses SWOT analysis and semantic difference analysis methods. In terms of graphics, colors, and fonts proposed by a certain brand, eye tracking experiments will be conducted to collect images. 10 samples that meet the standards will be selected for redesign, and 4 of them will be evaluated through a questionnaire survey. SPSS23.0 statistical software will be used for statistical analysis to compare the significant differences in the results, and select the design scheme that best meets the emotional needs of consumers with bipolar disorder.

Results

This brand image design based on cognitive psychology has analyzed the emotional characteristics and aesthetic experience of depressed consumers, and the sensory needs of patients with bipolar disorder are more moderate and smooth sensory elements.

Conclusions

This study utilizes a multi-sensory participation in brand image design and sensory interaction design mechanism, focusing on consumers themselves, allowing bipolar disorder groups to fully experience brand information and create a pleasant experience, and integrate into society.

Acknowledgement

General research projects of Pass College of Chongqing Technology and Business University in 2020 (No. KY202010).
Relationship between teaching anxiety and teacher development in higher education English teachers
Authors: Wei Yuanyuan
Published: October 2023

Background

Teaching anxiety disorder among college English teachers is a common phenomenon that negatively affects their teaching effectiveness and professional development. The study aims to analyze the relationship between teaching anxiety disorder and teachers’ development, and to provide new ideas for solving teachers’ anxiety disorder.

Subjects and Methods

English teachers in several colleges and universities in a certain area were selected as the subjects of the study, and data were collected by questionnaire survey, with a total of 100 teachers participating in the study and 100 questionnaires recovered; the questionnaires included the assessment of the level of teaching anxiety, the assessment of the degree of teachers’ development, and the collection of individual information.

Results

After completing the questionnaire, the data collected from the questionnaire results were analyzed using SPSS 22.0 software, which indicated that the average level of teaching anxiety and the degree of development of the teachers were 3.8 and 3.2, respectively. Further analysis revealed that there was a significant negative correlation between the level of teaching anxiety and the degree of development of the teachers (r=-0.56, P<0.01), indicating that the higher the level of teaching anxiety disorder, the lower the degree of teacher development.

Conclusions

There is a close relationship between teaching anxiety disorder and teacher development among college English teachers, and increased levels of teaching anxiety disorder can affect teachers’ teaching performance, impede their reflective practice and limit their professional growth.
Music curriculum on college students’ bidirectional barriers under political and ideological ideology
Authors: Liu Jinji
Published: October 2023

Background

Bipolar disorder has a certain high incidence rate, and the psychological state of student patients has a significant impact on the changes in the condition. Integrating ideological and political education into music education can improve patients’ cognitive and psychological well-being.

Subjects and Methods

In order to verify the therapeutic effect of music education courses that integrate ideological and political thinking on students with bipolar disorder, a study selected 100 students with bipolar disorder and randomly divided them into two groups. One group is the control group, and the patients in this group receive intervention through regular music education courses. The other group is the intervention group, which adopts a music education course intervention treatment method that integrates ideological and political thinking. Both groups of experimental personnel filled out the Young’s Mania Rating Scale and the Hamilton Depression Scale (HAMD) before and after the experiment. The changes in the condition of the experimental personnel were analyzed based on the scores of two sets of scales.

Results

The HAMD scores of the control group and intervention group before the experiment were 7.86 ± 1.36 and 7.06 ± 4.59, respectively, and after the experiment were 8.15 ± 2.34 and 9.56 ± 2.86, respectively. In the Yang’s Mania Rating Scale score, the control group and intervention group achieved 3.26 ± 2.15 and 3.78 ± 1.06 respectively before the experiment, and 4.26 ± 2.06 and 5.02 ± 1.01 respectively after the experiment.

Conclusions

Music education courses that incorporate ideological and political thinking are more effective in improving the condition of patients with bipolar disorder.
Psychological intervention combined with civic education on students with autism
Authors: Pang Xiaoqin , Zhong Xiyun , Xiao Yimin
Published: October 2023

Background

In response to the phenomenon of autism and autism in the socialization process of students in higher education, this study attempted to combine Civic Education and Cognitive Psychological Intervention Therapy (CPIT) with the aim of alleviating the symptoms associated with students with autism.

Subjects and Methods

Thirty students with autism from five colleges and universities in a city were selected as subjects for this study. The 30 autistic students were randomly and equally divided into the control group and the intervention group. The students in the intervention group were treated with Civic Education combined with Cognitive Psychological Intervention Therapy, and the students in the control group were treated with Civic Education only. The whole course of treatment lasted for 3 months. The data generated during the experiment were analyzed and recorded using SPSS23.0. Self-made autistic psychological scale was used for assessment, and the higher the score of the scale, the more serious the autistic psychology of the students.

Results

After 3 months of treatment, the mean Autism Psychological Scale score of the students in the intervention group decreased from 9.85 to 2.35, while the mean Autism Psychological Scale score of the students in the control group decreased from 9.24 to 8.65.

Conclusions

In conclusion, it can be concluded that Civic Education combined with Cognitive Psychological Intervention Therapy can be more effective in alleviating students’ autism.