The Ability to Authentic Presence of the Therapist as a Method of Quality Follow Up the Effectiveness of Psychotherapy

2021 ◽  
Vol 1 (2) ◽  
pp. 36-40
Author(s):  
Veronika Ivanova
Keyword(s):  
Correlation Analysis ◽  
Emotional Expression ◽  
Significant Positive Correlation ◽  
Therapeutic Communication ◽  
Related Factors ◽  
Correlation Relationship ◽  
Client Change ◽  
Spearman’S Correlation ◽  
Communication Scale

There are disputes and a large number of methods that claim to measure efficacy in psychotherapy. Most studies focus on the personality and skills of the therapist, fewer which examine the process of psychotherapy and how interconnections between the therapist and the client change this process. In this study we present a method of assessing the authenticity and the level of communication inspired by the theory of Budgatal (Budgendhal), examining the authenticity of the client’s contact after each session, together with two therapist-related factors: expression and openness ( Reflectiveness according to Peseschkian). In the semantics of positive psychotherapy, these are the abilities of the therapist, the ability of openness, emotional expression, and so on. The results are determined through the correlation analysis of the authentic presence and communication scale (Alpha of Cronbach Alfa 0.6) which presents the correlation relationship between abilities of Expression and accessibility of the therapist and the level of authenticity in the therapeutic sharing of the client. The results show that there is a statistically significant positive correlation (Spearman’s Correlation .748 and .511, p=0,01) between the ability of openness and high levels of authenticity in therapeutic communication and a negative correlation with the emotional expression of the therapist. In conclusion, we can say that the level of authenticity in therapeutic communication depends on the ability of openness (frankness according to Peseschkian) and needs the opposite of expressiveness, namely the introverted function of the emotion capable of “the contents of the other’s experiences, without taking space with excessive expression of their emotions.

RELATED FACTORS TO RELAPSE IN DEPRESSED PATIENTS AFTER COGNITIVE BEHAVIOURAL THERAPY DURING ONE YEAR PROSPECTIVE FOLLOW-UP

2011 ◽  
pp. 13-19
Author(s):  
Nhu Minh Hang Tran ◽  
Huu Cat Nguyen ◽  
Dang Doanh Nguyen ◽  
Van Luong Ngo ◽  
Vu Hoang Nguyen ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy ◽  
Relapse Rate ◽  
Behavioral Therapy ◽  
Cognitive Behavioral ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Controlled Clinical Trial ◽  
Related Factors ◽  
Depressed Patients ◽  
One Year

Objectives: To determine factors impact on the relapse in depressed patients treated with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) during one year follow-up. Materials and Methods: 80 depressed patients divided into two groups, group 1: included 40 patients treated with CBT; group 2: 40 patients on amitriptyline. Non-randomized controlled clinical trial, opened, longiditual and prospective research. Results and Conclusions: relapse rate after CBT during 1 year follow-up is 10% (compared to 25% in control group), related factors to relapse rate in depression after CBT are age and education. Shared predictors between 2 groups are severity and recurrence of depression. Key words: Depression, relapse, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

Understanding the Obstacles to Uptake of Intervention Programmes and Services for Persons with Dementia

2020 ◽  
Vol 17 (6) ◽  
pp. 526-533
Author(s):  
Ha N.H. Lien ◽  
Emily J. Koh ◽  
Philip L.K. Yap
Keyword(s):  
Medical Records ◽  
Cognitive Engagement ◽  
Functional Improvement ◽  
Related Factors ◽  
Related Services ◽  
Phone Calls ◽  
Information Session ◽  
Adequate Information ◽  
Care At Home

Background: Utilisation of intervention programmes and services for Persons with Dementia (PWD) has been generally modest despite the growing numbers. One reason has been the lack of knowledge about dementia and information on such services. Objective: We sought to close this gap by providing caregivers with an information session about dementia and the importance and availability of related services. We explored the uptake of intervention programmes and services and reasons for non-uptake thereafter. Methods: Two hundred and seventy-five PWD and caregiver dyads attended the Dyad Education and Empowerment Programme (DEEP). At the DEEP, while caregivers underwent an information session, PWD were assessed by a multidisciplinary team on their need and suitability for programmes and services such as daycare, cognitive engagement programmes and physical rehabilitation. The dyads then received individualized recommendations on the appropriate services, if any. Follow-up through medical records review and phone calls was conducted one month after DEEP to ascertain if the dyads had acted upon the recommendations and if not, what difficulties they encountered. Results: One hundred and eleven PWD received recommendations, of which 40 (36.0%) agreed and enrolled in the services while 71 (64%) declined. Thematic analysis of the reasons for non-uptake revealed 3 themes: PWD-related factors (e.g., refusal, functional improvement or decline), caregiverrelated factors (adequacy of care at home, other care arrangements), and service-related factors (e.g., cost, timing). Conclusion: Despite adequate information, there are other reasons for non-uptake of dementia- related services, some of which should be addressed to improve service updates and to provide better care for PWD.

MULTIFRACTAL DETRENDED CROSS-CORRELATION ANALYSIS FOR LARGE-SCALE WAREHOUSE-OUT BEHAVIORS

Fractals ◽  
2015 ◽  
Vol 23 (04) ◽  
pp. 1550044 ◽  
Author(s):  
CAN-ZHONG YAO ◽  
JI-NAN LIN ◽  
XU-ZHOU ZHENG
Keyword(s):  
Correlation Analysis ◽  
Large Scale ◽  
Cross Correlation ◽  
Correlation Property ◽  
Long Term Memory ◽  
Correlation Relationship ◽  
Term Memory ◽  
Wire Rod ◽  
Cross Correlation Analysis

Based on cross-correlation algorithm, we analyze the correlation property of warehouse-out quantity of different warehouses, respectively, and different products of each warehouse. Our study identifies that significant cross-correlation relationship for warehouse-out quantity exists among different warehouses and different products of a warehouse. Further, we take multifractal detrended cross-correlation analysis for warehouse-out quantity among different warehouses and different products of a warehouse. The results show that for the warehouse-out behaviors of total amount, different warehouses and different products of a warehouse significantly follow multifractal property. Specifically for each warehouse, the coupling relationships of rebar and wire rod reveal long-term memory characteristics, no matter for large fluctuation or small one. The cross-correlation effect on long-range memory property among warehouses probably has less to do with product types,and the long-term memory of YZ warehouse is greater than others especially in total amount and wire rod product. Finally, we shuffle and surrogate data to explore the source of multifractal cross-correlation property in logistics system. Taking the total amount of warehouse-out quantity as example, we confirm that the fat-tail distribution of warehouse-out quantity sequences is the main factor for multifractal cross-correlation. Through comparing the performance of the multifractal detrended cross-correlation analysis (MF-DCCA), centered multifractal detrending moving average cross-correlation analysis (MF-X-DMA) algorithms, the forward and backward MF-X-DMA algorithms, we find that the forward and backward MF-X-DMA algorithms exhibit a better performance than the other ones.

scholarly journals Evaluation of changes in shoulder balance and prediction of final shoulder imbalance during growing-rod treatment for early-onset scoliosis

2021 ◽  
Vol 22 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Ziyang Liu ◽  
Tie Liu ◽  
Yong Hai ◽  
Lingyun Wu ◽  
Junrui Jonathan Hai ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Early Onset ◽  
Demographic Data ◽  
Potential Effect ◽  
Early Onset Scoliosis ◽  
Shoulder Balance ◽  
Related Factors ◽  
Growing Rod ◽  
Shoulder Imbalance ◽  
Entire Treatment

Abstract Background Obtaining and maintaining final shoulder balance after the entire treatment course is essential for early-onset scoliosis (EOS) patients. The relatively small number of growing-rod (GR) graduates who complete final fusion has resulted in an overall paucity of research on the GR treatment of EOS and a lack of research on the shoulder balance of EOS patients during GR treatment. Methods Twenty-four consecutive patients who underwent GR treatment until final fusion were included. Radiographic shoulder balance parameters, including the radiographic shoulder height (RSH), clavicle angle (CA), and T1 tilt angle (T1T), before and after each step of the entire treatment were measured. Shoulder balance changes from GR implantation to the last follow-up after final fusion were depicted and analysed. Demographic data, surgical-related factors, and radiographic parameters were analysed to identify risk factors for final shoulder imbalance. The shoulder balance of patients at different time points was further analysed to explore the potential effect of the series of GR treatment steps on shoulder balance. Results The RSH showed substantial improvement after GR implantation (P = 0.036), during the follow-up period after final fusion (P = 0.021) and throughout the entire treatment (P = 0.011). The trend of change in the CA was similar to that of the RSH, and the T1T improved immediately after GR implantation (P = 0.037). Further analysis indicated that patients with shoulder imbalance before final fusion showed significantly improved shoulder balance after fusion (P = 0.045), and their RSH values at early postfusion and the final follow-up did not show statistically significant differences from those in the prefusion shoulder balance group (P > 0.05). Early postfusion shoulder imbalance (odds ratio (OR): 19.500; 95% confidence interval (CI) = 1.777–213.949; P = 0.015) was identified as an independent risk factor for final shoulder imbalance. Conclusions Shoulder balance could be improved by GR implantation but often changes during the multistep lengthening process, and the final result is relatively unpredictable. Final fusion could further adjust the prefusion shoulder imbalance. Focusing on the prefusion shoulder balance of GR graduates and providing patients with early shoulder balance after fusion might be necessary.

scholarly journals Heat and fraud: evaluating how room temperature influences fraud likelihood

2020 ◽  
Vol 5 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Huanxu Liu ◽  
Jingwen Yang ◽  
Yuki Yamada
Keyword(s):  
Pilot Study ◽  
Correlation Analysis ◽  
Effect Size ◽  
Physical Environment ◽  
Power Analysis ◽  
Room Temperature ◽  
Sensory Experience ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Related Factors ◽  
Perceived Temperature

AbstractDespite the considerable amount of research devoted to understanding fraud, few studies have examined how the physical environment can influence the likelihood of committing fraud. One recent study found a link between room brightness and occurrence of human fraud behaviors. Therefore, the present study aims to investigate how temperature may affect fraud. Based on a power analysis using the effect size observed in a pilot study, we recruited 105 participants and randomly divided them into three temperature groups (warm, medium, and cool). We then counted fraud behaviors in each group and tested for potential significant differences with a Kruskal–Wallis test. Additionally, we used a correlation analysis to determine whether the perceived temperature affected fraud. As a result, regardless of participants’ subjective sensory experience or their physical environment, we did not find that temperature-related factors influence the incidence of fraud. We discussed the potential reason for the results and suggested directions for future research.

UNALTERED IMAGE OF HEALTH MAINTENANCE: AN OBSERVATION OF NON-PARTICIPANTS IN A SWEDISH COHORT STUDY OF 85 TO 86 YEAR OLDS

2015 ◽  
pp. 1-7
Author(s):  
H.-J. DONG ◽  
E. WRESSLE ◽  
J. MARCUSSON
Keyword(s):  
Home Visit ◽  
Hospital Admissions ◽  
Clinic Visit ◽  
Old People ◽  
Related Factors ◽  
Health Maintenance ◽  
Very Old ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Sheltered Accommodation

Background: Selection bias is often inevitable in epidemiologic studies. It is not surprising that study conclusions based on participants’ health status are frequently questioned. Objective: This study aimed to assess whether the non-participants affected the characteristics of a general population of the very old people. Design, Setting and Participants: Prospective, cross-sectional (N=650, aged 85 years old) analysis and 1-year follow-up (n=273), in Linköping, Sweden. Measurements: We analysed data on health-related factors from a postal questionnaire, a home visit and a clinic visit at baseline and at the 1-year follow-up. We calculated the effect size to evaluate the degree of differences between the groups. Results: A greater proportion of non-participants resided in sheltered accommodation or nursing homes (participants vs non-response vs refusal, 11% vs 22% vs 40, P<0.001, φ=0.24). During the home visit or clinic visit, a higher proportion of dropouts reported mid-severe problems in EQ-5D domains (mobility and self-care) and limitations in personal activities of daily living, but the differences between participants and dropouts were very small (φ<0.2). No significant difference was found between the groups with regard to emergency room visits or hospital admissions, despite the fact that more participants than dropouts (φ=0.23) had multimorbidities (≥2 chronic diseases). Living in sheltered accommodation or a nursing home (odds ratio (OR), 2.8; 95% confidence interval (CI), 1.5-5), female gender (OR, 1.8; 95% CI, 1.1-3.1) and receiving more home visits in primary care (OR, 1.03; 95% CI, 1-1.06) contributed positively to drop out in the data collection stages over the study period. Conclusion: Non-participants were not considered to be a group with worse health. Mobility problems may influence very old people when considering further participation, which threatens attrition.

scholarly journals Factors affecting the course of body and kidney growth in infants with urolithiasis: A critical long-term evaluation

2016 ◽  
Vol 88 (4) ◽  
pp. 249 ◽  
Author(s):  
Kemal Sarica ◽  
Fatma Narter ◽  
Kubilay Sabuncu ◽  
Ahmet Akca ◽  
Utku Can ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Breast Feeding ◽  
Clinical Course ◽  
Stone Disease ◽  
The Body ◽  
Renal Growth ◽  
Related Factors ◽  
Growth Status ◽  
Long Term Follow Up

Objective: To investigate the possible effects of dietary, patient and stone related factors on the clinical course of the stone disease as well as the body and renal growth status of the infants. Patients and Methods: A total of 50 children with an history of stone disease during infancy period were studied. Patient (anatomical abnormalities, urinary tract infection - UTI, associated morbidities), stone (obstruction, UTI and required interventions) and lastly dietary (duration of sole breast feeding, formula feeding) related factors which may affect the clinical course of the disease were all evaluated for their effects on the body and renal growth during long-term follow-up. Results: Mean age of the children was 2.40 ± 2.65 years. Our findings demonstrated that infants receiving longer period of breast feeding without formula addition seemed to have a higher rate of normal growth percentile values when compared with the other children. Again, higher frequency of UTI and stone attacks affected the growth status of the infants in a remarkable manner than the other cases. Our findings also demonstrated that thorough a close follow-up and appropriately taken measures; the possible growth retardation as well as renal growth problems could be avoided in children beginning to suffer from stone disease during infancy period. Conclusions: Duration of breast feeding, frequency of UTI, number of stone attacks and stone removal procedures are crucial factors for the clinical course of stone disease in infants that may affect the body as well as kidney growth during long-term follow-up.

scholarly journals CILP Inhibits Brain Metastasis by Meditating Mast Cells via the MAPK Signaling Pathway in Breast Cancer

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Xiaolin Sun ◽  
Xingguo Zhou ◽  
Alei Feng ◽  
Gongwen Xu ◽  
Qiang Wang ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Breast Cancer ◽  
Mast Cells ◽  
Correlation Analysis ◽  
Brain Metastases ◽  
Signaling Pathway ◽  
Immune Cells ◽  
Cell Activity ◽  
Mapk Signaling ◽  
High Morbidity ◽  
Spearman’S Correlation

Abstract Background: Approximately 15–30% of patients with breast cancer (BRCA) eventually develop brain metastases (BMs) with high morbidity and mortality. Herein, we aimed to identify genes specific to breast cancer brain metastases (BCBM) from an immune infiltration perspective.Methods: GSE100534 and GSE125989 were obtained from the NCBI Gene Expression Omnibus (GEO), then performed normalization using Rstudio and perl 5. We constructed a Weighted Gene Co-Expression Network Analysis (WGCNA) and obtained differentially expressed genes (DEGs) in BMs sample compared with primary BRCA tissue. Then we performed GO and KEGG pathway analysis. The LinkedOmics and UALCAN analysis showed the expression of gene in BRCA. The Kaplan-Meier plotter database was used to evaluate the prognosis. The composition of significant tumor-infiltrating immune cells was assessed using the CIBERSORT algorithm. Spearman’s correlation analysis revealed the correlation between CILP gene and immune cells in TCGA cohort and Timer database. Using GSEA analysis, we conducted to identify the potential pathways in BCBM.Results: The cartilage intermediate layer protein (CILP) was a late event in BRCA (stage III to IV) with poor prognosis (P< 0.05). LinkedOmics showed that the mRNA expression of CILP was down-regulated in advanced cancer (P< 0.05). Besides, UALCAN analysis showed that CILP expression was downregulated in HER2-positive and triple-negative breast cancer which were more prone to BMs (P< 0.05). CILP was the hub gene which was significantly associated with BCBM identified by WGCNA (R2=−0.6, P=3e-06). We found that the resting infiltration of mast cells in the BCBM group was significantly lower than that in the primary BRCA group (P= 0.01). In addition, Spearman’s correlation analysis revealed that the expression of CILP positively correlated with that of mast cells (P< 0.05). Finally, the FCERI-mediated MAPK activation (NES=2.1847, P=0, FDR=0.0031), which could regulate mast cell activity, were enriched in BCBM.Conclusions: CILP can influence the progression of BRCA favored for BMs through meditating mast cells via the MAPK signaling pathway.

scholarly journals Application of electrochemical aptasensors in detection of cancer biomarkers

2019 ◽  
Vol 6 (7) ◽  
pp. 3315-3324 ◽  
Author(s):  
Masoud Negahdary ◽  
Ali Moradi ◽  
Hossein Heli
Keyword(s):  
Cancer Therapy ◽  
Cost Saving ◽  
High Selectivity ◽  
Cancer Biomarkers ◽  
Diagnostic Techniques ◽  
Late Diagnosis ◽  
Diagnostic Methods ◽  
Related Factors ◽  
Cancer Markers

Today, the late diagnosis of cancers is a big challenge, and using novel diagnostic techniques will provide essential, faster and more accurate treatments. Unfortunately, existing common and traditional diagnostic methods have not been helpful completely and most cancers are diagnosed too late. Recently, researchers have found new diagnostic methods against cancers by aptasensors; these sensory systems can detect involved biomarkers in various cancers so that the research in this field is continued strictly. Aptasensors can detect cancer markers in small quantities and high selectivity; moreover, other advantages of cancer aptasensors such as optimized time and cost saving can be considered. In addition, the aptasensors have been used in the diagnosis of the effective and related factors in cancer therapy follow-up. Here, the most researches about cancer aptasensors and other involved markers were collected, reviewed and described.  

scholarly journals Dollar’s Influence on Crude Oil and Gold Based on MF-DPCCA Method

2021 ◽  
Vol 2021 ◽  
pp. 1-10
Author(s):  
Zhonghui Ding ◽  
Kai Shi ◽  
Bin Wang
Keyword(s):  
Correlation Analysis ◽  
Crude Oil ◽  
Cross Correlation ◽  
Combined Effect ◽  
Analysis Method ◽  
Correlation Relationship ◽  
Cross Correlation Analysis ◽  
Correlation Analysis Method ◽  
Phase Randomization

This paper analyzed the influence of dollar on crude oil and gold based on the multifractal detrended partial cross-correlation analysis method. It showed that affected by the dollar, the crude oil and gold markets have a partial cross-correlation relationship which is stronger than their own cross-correlation. The partial cross-correlation is long-term and has multifractal characteristics. Through shuffled and Fourier-phase randomization, it is found that this multifractal feature is caused by the combined effect of the long-term cross-correlation between the returns and the fluctuation fat-tailed distribution, where the influence of the fat-tailed distribution is slightly greater than that of the long-term cross-correlation between the returns.

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