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The Effect of Vestibular Stimulation Exercises on Balance, Coordination, and Agility in Children with Down Syndrome
Kathy Carter,
Sarah Sunderman,
Stefanie Wooten Burnett
Issue:
Volume 6, Issue 2, June 2018
Pages:
28-32
Received:
30 April 2018
Accepted:
15 May 2018
Published:
31 May 2018
Abstract: Background. Children with Down syndrome (DS) demonstrate vestibular, sensory, motor and perceptual impairments which manifests as decreased levels of balance, strength, and motor coordination. Together these issues may decrease functional ability leading to more sedentary lifestyles. Use of vestibular stimulation therapy has been attempted to assist in improving motor control and balance in this population. Objective. The objective of this study was to determine the effect of a vestibular stimulation exercise program on balance, coordination and agility in children with DS. Methods. Seventeen children with DS were recruited from two summer enrichment programs and were divided into two groups based on age (group 1: 9.9 yrs ±2.8; group 2: 18.4 yrs. ±1.7). Assessments were completed using BOT2 subtests for balance, bilateral and upper limb coordination, and agility prior to and after six weeks of twice weekly vestibular stimulation exercises. Results. Both groups showed improvement in upper limb coordination and agility, while group 2 demonstrated improvement in one of the balance subtests. Conclusion. These results suggest a vestibular stimulation exercise program could increase balance and agility in children with DS and possibly assist in increasing their functional ability.
Abstract: Background. Children with Down syndrome (DS) demonstrate vestibular, sensory, motor and perceptual impairments which manifests as decreased levels of balance, strength, and motor coordination. Together these issues may decrease functional ability leading to more sedentary lifestyles. Use of vestibular stimulation therapy has been attempted to assis...
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Certain Bio-Cognitive and Quantum Views of Depression
Issue:
Volume 6, Issue 2, June 2018
Pages:
33-45
Received:
30 April 2018
Accepted:
30 May 2018
Published:
4 July 2018
Abstract: Depression has been considered essentially a psycho-bio, social condition. In this paper, a hypnotic/quantum approach to understanding depression is attempted and parallel or co-thinking is designated as quantum thinking, one of the main sources of depressive cognitions. It is the flexibility of the quantum brain that accounts for cognitive distortions. Hypnosis may involve a spectrum of quantum consciousness and has great research value in uncovering non-biological depression. Like many of the alternate states of consciousness, hypnosis may be a neuro-quantum state. In the earlier part of the 2oth century, Frederic Myers recognised that the middle realm of the unconscious mind is the “hypnotic stratum” and is associated with deep hypnosis. The unconscious is increasingly allied with the quantum and it is time to revise the concept of the Freudian unconscious accordingly. The co-existence of a quantum mechanical body and brain is all the time more recognised now in parasciences. If consciousness is transmitted through rather than actually produced by the brain, depression may have a downward causation rather than an upward causation arguable in biological disorders like schizophrenia and bipolar disorder. Consciousness-based healing is warranted in the treatment of depression. Whether consciousness is the primary generator of clinical depression or it only contributes to the genesis of depression will continue to be a matter for debate in the foreseeable future.
Abstract: Depression has been considered essentially a psycho-bio, social condition. In this paper, a hypnotic/quantum approach to understanding depression is attempted and parallel or co-thinking is designated as quantum thinking, one of the main sources of depressive cognitions. It is the flexibility of the quantum brain that accounts for cognitive distort...
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Non-Mental Health Workers’ Attitudes and Perceptions Towards People with Mental Illness in a Tertiary Health Facility in Damaturu, North East Nigeria
Oderinde Kehinde Oyeyemi,
Dada Mobolaji Usman,
Kundi Babagana Machina,
Tsuung Ason Benjamin,
Ahmed Hauwa Kudale,
Dahiru Asmau Mohammed Chubado,
Tanko Salihu Tanimu,
Yusuff Alhaji Abdulkareem,
Ezra-Oderinde Wonderful Efosa,
Awunor Nyemike Simeon,
Umar Mohammed Abubakar
Issue:
Volume 6, Issue 2, June 2018
Pages:
46-50
Received:
5 May 2018
Accepted:
5 June 2018
Published:
9 July 2018
Abstract: Health workers are not completely free from the myths, unfavourable beliefs and unpleasant attitudes towards people with mental illness. Most of these perceptions and attitudes towards mental illness are far from the scientific view and these may negatively affect treatment seeking and adherence. However, there is need for mental health education, advocacy and awareness among health workers in order to reduce stigma against mental illness and deepen their supportive roles in the delivery of mental health services.
Abstract: Health workers are not completely free from the myths, unfavourable beliefs and unpleasant attitudes towards people with mental illness. Most of these perceptions and attitudes towards mental illness are far from the scientific view and these may negatively affect treatment seeking and adherence. However, there is need for mental health education, ...
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Efficacy and Safety of Intravenous Urokinase and Sodium Ozagrel in Acute Ischemic Stroke
Yuan Nong,
Bernard Poon-Lap CHAN,
Xingyue Qin,
Chong Wei,
Kui Chen,
Hai Xiao
Issue:
Volume 6, Issue 2, June 2018
Pages:
51-55
Received:
12 June 2018
Accepted:
2 July 2018
Published:
30 July 2018
Abstract: Urokinase and sodium ozagrel are widely used in patients with acute ischemic stroke (AIS) in China. But the effectiveness and safety of the two combinations are not yet clear. A total of 129 AIS patients who were treated with combined intravenous (IV) urokinase and sodium ozagrel within 6 hours of onset were included in this study. All the patients were assessed with the National Institute of Health Stroke Scale (NIHSS) score at baseline, 6 hours, at hospital discharge, and 1 month after AIS. All the patients were characterized into two groups based on early response (decrease in NIHSS score≥4 points at 6 hours) and good outcome (NIHSS score ≤ 1 at 1 month), and assessed treatment safety by evaluating intracranial hemorrhage and mortality. There were 54 patients in the good outcome group and 74 in the bad outcome group at the end. Multivariate analysis showed that shorter onset to treatment time, a lower baseline NIHSS score, and lack of large artery stenosis or occlusion werel associated with good outcome at 1 month. This study suggested that combined IV urokinase and sodium ozagrel therapy was effective and safe in treating patient with AIS within a 6-hour time window. With lower cost and a longer time window, it can be used as an alternative intravenous thrombolytic therapy in patients with AIS except rt-PA.
Abstract: Urokinase and sodium ozagrel are widely used in patients with acute ischemic stroke (AIS) in China. But the effectiveness and safety of the two combinations are not yet clear. A total of 129 AIS patients who were treated with combined intravenous (IV) urokinase and sodium ozagrel within 6 hours of onset were included in this study. All the patients...
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