Saeed Shoja Shafti*

DOI : 10.32474/SJPBS.2019.02.000149

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Slight or uneven progression of psychoanalysis or other insight-oriented psychotherapies, in opposite to non-analytical methods, in developing societies or traditional cultures, during the first decades of present century, in spite of availability of main references or resources, may propose an exact intellectual basis, other than acknowledged socioeconomic explanations. Such indolence is debatable, because, chronologically, the same process was not so slow in developed civilizations during the comparable period in last century. Hence, disregard or in addition to evolutionary, sociobiological or cultural-historical justifications, some idiosyncrasy in cognition, among traditional persons in evolving societies, as comparable to conservative people in industrialized societies, may account for such kind of shortage or avoidance. So, such an ..... ReadMore

Saeed Shoja Shafti*, Alireza Memarie, Masomeh Rezaie and Masomeh Hamidi

DOI : 10.32474/SJPBS.2019.03.000157

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Introduction: Hyponatremia is one of the most frequent ion and water disorders and severe hyponatremia is associated with well-known clinical symptoms and manifestations. In the present assessment the incidence and clinical profile of hyponatremia have been probed among a great sample of non-western psychiatric inpatients and compared with the available data in literature regarding prevalence and other associated clinical characteristics. Methods: All inpatients with idiopathic hyponatremia during the last sixty-four months had been included in the present study. Clinical diagnosis, as well, was in essence based on ‘Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, 5th edition (DSM-5)’. Statistical significance had been defined as a p value ≤0.05. Results: While the annual incidence of hyponatremia in current evaluation was ar..... ReadMore

Mohammadreza rezaei and Nouraddin Abdi Goushbolagh*

DOI : 10.32474/SJPBS.2019.03.000156

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It is quite appropriate to say, people are less likely to look for diagnostic ways of cancer because of the fear of having cancer. In addition, many people have phobias of cancer treatment methods (such as surgery, chemotherapy, and radiotherapy) [1,2]. The fact remains that, many people are unwittingly exposed to the posttraumatic stress disorder (PTST) because of severe stress [3]. Nevertheless, many researchers do not believe to the psychology complications of cancer, but psychological distress during and after cancer treatment increased concerns about sexuality, intimacy, and physical well-being. These disorders can occur after the stressor agent such as cancer [4]. It is widely supposed that PTSD is psychological disease ..... ReadMore

Ramya Dwivedi*

DOI : 10.32474/SJPBS.2019.03.000155

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The various models on wellbeing define wellbeing as a multidimensional construct integrating mental and physical health regarding health promotion by preventing disease. WHO also holds a holistic view of health comprising of physical mental and social wellbeing. Researches nowadays are more alert towards public health model rather than the medical model proposed during earlier times. The advent of positive psychology has led to a paradigm shift in health management strategies from pathogenic orientation which lays more emphasis on treatment and cure for illness to maltogenic approach that focuses on prevention of illness and health promotion. At an elementary level, wellbeing can be defined as how people perceive and evaluate the actions and activities in their life, the positive outcome that stands significant for individuals. The facto..... ReadMore

Bocage Barthelemy Yvana*, Houtin and Laurene

DOI : 10.32474/SJPBS.2019.03.000151

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Since the beginning of Humanity history, women are one of the main focuses of attention. Women have to deal with beauty standards which are dynamic and are changing over time. Thus the actual beauty standard is very thin: to be beautiful, women have to be very thin. But women bodies in ads are retouched and unrealistic. Hence, when women with real bodies are confronted to thin-ideal bodies, they are, in fact, confronted to an unattainable standard of women beauty. By now, many findings suggest that repeated exposure to such unrealistic standards have negative and significative implications on women. Some of these effects could certainly be avoided if individuals, and especially women, were better informed about the unrealistic and harmful nature of this norm and its consequences.Since the beginning of Humanity history, women are one of th..... ReadMore

Jeff Tarrant*, John S Abrams and Rachel Jackson

DOI : 10.32474/SJPBS.2019.02.000150

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Virtual Reality (VR) has shown promise as a non-pharmaceutical intervention for both anxiety and pain management. Consequently, specially designed VR experiences may be a useful tool to counteract anxiety during procedures that require a blood draw. In the current study we examined negative and positive mood states before and after a brief VR intervention at a Red Cross blood drive. Results demonstrated a significant increase in positive mood states (Happiness, Calmness) and a reduction of negative mood states (Tension, Fatigue). These results support the accumulating evidence that VR has the potential to act as a powerful and effective tool for anxiety and stress management in anxiety provoking situations..... ReadMore

Sukanya Biswas* and Poonam Sharma

DOI : 10.32474/SJPBS.2019.02.000148

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Parenting is not an easy task. Becoming a parent is the easiest part, where being conscious and positive parents is a momentous task. Parenting is the most important role one face in a life time. Parents who provide an encouraging environment for their children are rewarded when as adults their children realize a successful fit into culture and society. Effective parenting enable to build and develop positive behaviours and good solid self-concept that are important to functioning fully as a healthy adult.Parenting skill can be strengthened if parent learn about themselves as a parent and about child development. Learning about the stages of human development helps parents understand about their ever changing roles in the lives of their children and also what is expected of a parent at each stage...... ReadMore

Haris Chaudhry*, Cesar Figueroa, Mohammad Alasker, Saher Aslam, Usama Nasir and Ibrar Anjum

DOI : 10.32474/SJPBS.2019.02.000147

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Neuroleptic malignant syndrome (NMS) was first described six decades ago after the introduction of neuroleptic drugs for the treatment of psychotic disorders [1]. NMS is an infrequent yet potentially fatal adverse effect of the neuroleptic class of antipsychotic medications. Signs of NMS include fever, muscular rigidity, altered mental status, elevation of creatine kinase (CK) with its incidence ranging between 0.07% to 0.2% [2-3]. NMS is possible with all neuroleptics. It can be easily recognized in its classic form but the lack of a specific diagnostic criteria along with its rare occurrence has limited further study in this field [4]. NMS is not generally considered dose-dependent and can occur within the therapeutic dose range of the antipsychotic drugs [5]. The frequency of NMS ranges from 0.07 to 2.2%. Its pathophysiology is not cle..... ReadMore

Haggag M*

DOI : 10.32474/SJPBS.2019.02.000146

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Background: Psychological stress is a major risk factor for the development and progression of a number of diseases, including cardiovascular disease, cancer, arthritis, and major depression. It greatly affects both older and younger ages globally. Thus, searching for new non-drug training strategies for ameliorating psychological stress are recommended. im: the aim of the present study was to characterize the rate of psychological stress among students of faculty of sports sciences and to evaluate the efficacy of a particular relaxing gradual technique called progressive muscle relaxing (PMR) for ameliorating the mood and for returning the psychological stress parameters into normal levels. Methods: Psychological stress was evaluated in 40 of students of faculty of sports sciences aged 18-21 years old. They are classified into two grou..... ReadMore

Suman Srivastava*

DOI : 10.32474/SJPBS.2019.02.000145

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The process of globalization sweeping the world is exerting its unnoticed forces to redefine ‘marriage’ and ‘family’. The forces of globalization and market are influencing the family structure and marriage norms to a large extent. Institution of marriage and the existence of a ‘family’ as a unit have found a new meaning. This new meaning is very often dictated by the market forces. The notion of family is shrinking, from large joint families, to nuclear families to individual or ‘autonomous family’ constituted by single person.This move that has been precipitated by the process of globalization has both positive and negative fallouts. On the one hand, this new found freedom promotes acceptance for such a process and allows the nuclear family to democratize and negotiate better living conditions. Women find their freedom ..... ReadMore

Abdul Kader Mohiuddin*

DOI : 10.32474/SJPBS.2019.02.000144

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Psychiatric disorders are one of the major causes of global burden of diseases. Stigma remains a major impediment in the delivery of mental healthcare. It has been found across various studies that attitudes of doctors of other specialties and other healthcare professionals also contribute to stigma due to their lack of knowledge and awareness about psychiatry and mental health problems. The number of mental health professionals remains abysmally low. Community pharmacists are accessible, knowledgeable, and capable of providing mental health promotion and care in communities. This may not be a role that is recognized by the public, and men in particular. However, psychotherapy paired with medication is the most effective way to promote recovery. Examples include: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Exposure Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy..... ReadMore

Pat Minér*

DOI : 10.32474/SJPBS.2018.01.000142

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When you talk about letting go as a weak melting that you apply to a joinings, and that knowing that you can join would take you out from acting on it to a living achievements, where you are not closer to ignorance, and that word is so unspoiled that it is sad. Whenever a student arrives at my office with failing grade and some happiness due to falling in love again, I know immediately it was a bad thing to have that attaching, because you agree that when ignoring people talk about these failure and connections, one never knows when person can do bad (le mal) or good (le bonb), large by large !, one can wonder “... what a terrible connection” or a “stop, they won’t do it”. And that’s when at the end of my analysis of my thoughts, you mention to the student that he lives an unfortunate time, and you turn to me to hear with ..... ReadMore

Maryam Ojaghi* and Mohammad Narimani

DOI : 10.32474/SJPBS.2019.02.000141

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This study was carried out in order to compare the self-efficacy and love styles in families during divorce and normal families. The study method was scientific-comparative. The study population included individuals with normal lives and individuals going through divorce. The study sample included 50 individuals who were going through divorce process and 50 individuals from normal families. In order to study and collect data. The following questionnaires were used: a. Self-Efficacy scale developed by Sherer and Adams b. Love Styles scale developed by Sternberg. The collected data was analyzed by MANOVA. The findings suggested that there was a significant difference in self-efficacy and love in individuals going through divorce and normal individuals in all aspects at 0.05. Hence, the results from the study show that individual going th..... ReadMore

Ven Sumedh Thero*

DOI : 10.32474/SJPBS.2019.02.000140

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Buddhist meditation is the practice of meditation in Buddhism and Buddhist philosophy. It includes a variety of types of meditation. Core meditation techniques have been preserved in ancient Buddhist texts and have proliferated and diversified through teacher-student transmissions. Buddhists pursue meditation as part of the path toward Enlightenment and Nirvana. [a] The closest words for meditation in the classical languages of Buddhism are bhāvanā Buddhist meditation techniques have become increasingly popular in the wider world, with many nonBuddhists taking them up for a variety of reasons. Buddhist meditation encompasses a variety of meditation techniques that aim to develop sati (mindfulness), samadhi(concentration), abhijñā (supramundanepowers), (supramundanepowers), samatha (tranquility), and vipassanā (insight). Specific Bu..... ReadMore

Antti Teittinen*

DOI : 10.32474/SJPBS.2019.02.000139

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Loneliness is a key deficiency in well-being and health for the people of our time and, as a result, a major social policy issue. In Finland, the link between loneliness, poor health, ability to work and recovery from different lifestyles has been noticed in surveys of both population levels and individual groups, such as mental health rehabilitators, homeless people, and bread-line customers. However, the loneliness of people with disabilities has not been studied in Finnish society. The aim of the UN Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities is to include people with disabilities and other marginalized groups of disability in national health, lifestyle and similar research. The samples selected for research are usually removed, for example, by persons in institutions or service homes. The living conditions, quality of life a..... ReadMore

Michael R Van Slyck*, Linden L Nelson, Rebecca H Foster and Lucille A Cardella

DOI : 10.32474/SJPBS.2019.02.000138

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This paper presents a critical review of six peace education and conflict resolution curricula for the middle school level. It represents a follow-up to a previously published critical review which examined these types of curricula at the high school level. The previous review established a set of educational objectives to be met by these curricula which have been incorporated in this review. These include: knowledge and understanding, competencies, attitudes and values, and efficacy and outcome expectancies regarding the principles and practice of social conflict management and dispute resolution. In addition, such factors as grade appropriateness, interest, and difficulty were rated. These issues were examined on a middle school level using an improved methodology derived from the first effort. Twenty-two reviewers were solicited throug..... ReadMore

Eugene Allevato* and Moayad Al Marrar

DOI : 10.32474/SJPBS.2019.02.000137

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A case study was conducted that included an interview of a visually impaired (VIP) psychology student and a survey of teachers’ attitudes towards VIP students. A project-based approach was utilized to teach statistics to the VIP student. A survey to examine teachers’ attitudes towards the VIP student was prepared as part of a course assignment. This study utilized a mixed-method approach integrating qualitative and quantitative research. Data from 64 faculty members was collected via survey. The results of the study revealed that 33% of the teachers had positive attitudes toward VIP students. Factor analysis indicated that teachers’ attitude has three components explaining 52% of the total variance: 1- Teacher’s confidence to teach the visually impaired, 2- Lesson impact due to the presence of the visually impaired in a regular cl..... ReadMore

Ajaz Ahmad Suhaff *, A w khan, Sajid Mohammad wani, Bilal Ahmad and Yasmeen Jan

DOI : 10.32474/SJPBS.2019.02.000136

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The two most common bipolar disorders are bipolar I disorder and bipolar II disorder. Comorbid psychiatric disorders usually precede the onset of bipolar disorder. Bipolar disorder often coexists with other Axis I and Axis II disorders. Studies have shown that patients with mood disorders have more comorbid medical illnesses. Research has suggested that that there may be underlying biological mechanisms linking mood disorder and many medical illnesses.The current study will determine the psychiatric and medical disorders in a sample of patients with bipolar affective disorder in a general hospital setting.study the socio-demographic profile of patients with Bipolar affective disorder, to study the prevalence of psychiatric comorbidities in patients with Bipolar affective disorder and to study the prevalence of medical comorbidities in pat..... ReadMore

Meluda R El-hamadi, Mukhtar Gusbi, Mukhtar Aisa, Hajer Elkout*

DOI : 10.32474/SJPBS.2019.02.000135

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Background: Breast cancer (BC) is the most frequent cancer of women. The high mortality in developing countries is associated with late detection, and lack of knowledge among women and adequate screening programmes. Objectives: The objectives of this study are assess the current level and determinants of knowledge and beliefs regarding (BC), risk factors and various screening methods among Libyan women. Methods: A cross-sectional descriptive study carried out between September and October 2016 among a sample of adult women in western Libya. Participants were asked to fill a validated questionnaire to investigate their knowledge about the risk factors as well as their awareness and screening behaviours of (BC). Data were collected from 1091 woman...... ReadMore

Nugzar Aleksidze*

DOI : 10.32474/SJPBS.2019.02.000134

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The psychobiological factors of the formation of killer teenagers have been investigated. It was established that the neurobiological correlate of aggressive killer organisms is serotonin. Its content in the brain of killer organisms is about 50% lower compared to normal ones. Psychobiological factors of the prevention of killer organisms’ formation, comprising adequate nutrition and physical exercises have been demonstrated...... ReadMore