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Stimulation of Cognitive Functions in University Students with Obsessive Compulsive Disorder Using Captain’s Log Computerized Cognitive Training Program
Luz María Álvarez,
Norma Yépez,
María Martina Jurado,
José Benjamín Guerrero,
Ileana Petra
Issue:
Volume 7, Issue 1, January 2018
Pages:
1-10
Received:
3 December 2017
Accepted:
14 December 2017
Published:
12 January 2018
Abstract: The Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) has significant implications for quality of life of a person. This study proposes the use of a cognitive stimulation program (Captain´s Log Cognitive Training) to improve the cognitive deficits produced by this disorder. Ten university students with OCD were randomly selected; 4 of them (control group) received psychiatric and pharmacological treatment, and six students (experimental group) received training using a computer program that stimulated the cognitive deficits besides the psychiatric and pharmacological treatment. A pre and posttest neuropsychologic evaluations were applied using the Wechsler Adult Intelligence Scale (WAIS-III) and an abbreviated version of the Barcelona Test. Training was carried out twice a week until each subject covered 30 sessions. Significant differences were found (p<0.05) in functions associated with Planning skills, anticipation and organization, verbal fluency, visuoconstructive praxis, working memory and processing speed. Cognitive training helped to improve the intellectual performance of the students who participated in the treatment, reflected in higher flexibility to solve practical problems.
Abstract: The Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) has significant implications for quality of life of a person. This study proposes the use of a cognitive stimulation program (Captain´s Log Cognitive Training) to improve the cognitive deficits produced by this disorder. Ten university students with OCD were randomly selected; 4 of them (control group) receiv...
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Access to Mental Health Care Services for the Orphan and Vulnerable Children in Addis Ababa Ethiopia
Liranso Gebreyohannes Selamu,
Mohan Singhe
Issue:
Volume 7, Issue 1, January 2018
Pages:
11-13
Received:
9 January 2018
Accepted:
19 January 2018
Published:
1 February 2018
Abstract: A lot of children in the world suffer from untreated mental health problems. The global burdens of mental illness are high but promoting compressive care services are neglected in most countries. The objective of this review journal was to discover access and barriers to mental health care services for the orphan and vulnerable children in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. The systematic review was used to collect and analyze a relevant information from Global Health, PubMed, Google Scholar, Clinical Social Work Abstracts, Summon, WHO, PsychInfo Ethiopian Universities, and NIH data sources. Many research journals published after 2001 were identified and analyzed based on meeting inclusion and exclusion criteria as well as quality standards. The barriers associated to finance, logistic, stigma and traditional beliefs, and perceptions towards mental health problems and treatment. Children mental health care services are poorly understood, not adequately addressed, not assessment based, and incomprehensive rather it is based on traditional practices.
Abstract: A lot of children in the world suffer from untreated mental health problems. The global burdens of mental illness are high but promoting compressive care services are neglected in most countries. The objective of this review journal was to discover access and barriers to mental health care services for the orphan and vulnerable children in Addis Ab...
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Psychoticism as a Correlate of Involvement in Risky Sexual Behavior Among Students in Secondary Schools in Nyakach Sub-County Kisumu County, Kenya
Issue:
Volume 7, Issue 1, January 2018
Pages:
14-20
Received:
2 October 2017
Accepted:
17 October 2017
Published:
27 March 2018
Abstract: Risky sexual Behavior is a common habit among young people in the world, but its relation with Psychoticism has not been explored exhaustively, especially in Kenya. The study aimed at establishing correlation between Psychoticism and involvement in risky sexual Behavior among students in secondary schools in Nyakach Sub-county using a Correlational research design. A multistage random sampling was used to determine a sample size of 46 schools (88%) and 390 students (22%). Data was collected using Eysenck’s Personality Questionnaire (EPQ) and Risky Sexual Behavior Questionnaires. Data was analyzed using descriptive statistics (frequency, percentages and mean) as well as inferential statistics (Pearson Correlation). The major findings of the study showed a significant relationship between Psychoticism and involvement in risky sexual Behavior (r=0.025). In conclusion the relationship is weak and positive hence psychotic personality is likely to participate in risky sex.
Abstract: Risky sexual Behavior is a common habit among young people in the world, but its relation with Psychoticism has not been explored exhaustively, especially in Kenya. The study aimed at establishing correlation between Psychoticism and involvement in risky sexual Behavior among students in secondary schools in Nyakach Sub-county using a Correlational...
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Effects of Group Psychotherapy in College Students: A Six and Twelve Month Evaluation Comparison
Juan Antonio Mejías,
María Martina Jurado,
Silvia Araceli Tafoya,
Lizbeth Beltrán
Issue:
Volume 7, Issue 1, January 2018
Pages:
21-28
Received:
13 February 2018
Accepted:
16 March 2018
Published:
9 April 2018
Abstract: Group psychotherapy expects to afford more lasting changes on patients’ symptomatology, as well as reinforce positive aspects of self-esteem and social adjustment. However, few investigations show the effects over an extended period of intervention. This study aimed to assess changes in symptoms of anxiety, depression, self-esteem and social adjustment within a period of six and twelve months in college students who attended interactional group psychotherapy. A longitudinal study was carried out with college students who attended group psychotherapy, using the database of forty-one of the students who stayed for six months and 23 of them, for 12 months. Significant improvements were observed at 6 and 12 months in anxiety-state and depressive symptoms compared to baseline data, but there were no changes between 6 and 12 months. The comparison between well-being aspects such as self-esteem and social adaptation showed improvements mostly, up to 12 months, without any significant changes between 6 and 12 months. Also, there was observed a correlation between well-being punctuations (self-esteem and social adaptation) and the decrease of depressive and anxiety symptomatology. Long-term group psychotherapy demonstrates a decrease of symptomatology at six months of intervention, and they remain at 12 months; however, other aspects of patient’s well-being, are enhanced to a higher level until 12 months.
Abstract: Group psychotherapy expects to afford more lasting changes on patients’ symptomatology, as well as reinforce positive aspects of self-esteem and social adjustment. However, few investigations show the effects over an extended period of intervention. This study aimed to assess changes in symptoms of anxiety, depression, self-esteem and social adjust...
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