The sense of body boundaries – subjective determinants and implications for body self-relation in people with psychosomatic illnesses

2016 ◽  
Vol 14 (4) ◽  
pp. 59-91
Author(s):  
Iwona Krzewska ◽  
Grażyna Dolińska-Zygmunt
Keyword(s):  
Atopic Dermatitis ◽  
Skin Diseases ◽  
Positive Impact ◽  
Health Condition ◽  
Social Self ◽  
Field Independence ◽  
Active Involvement ◽  
The Social ◽  
Irritable Bowel ◽  
Body Self

Abstract This article seeks to explore the determinants of the sense of body boundaries and its implications for body self- relation in psychosomatic patients - patients with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) as well as psoriasis and atopic dermatitis. Stepwise regression analysis and paths analysis were carried out. The most significant condition affecting the strength of the sense of body boundaries among IBS patients is their sensitivity to the violation of self- boundaries in the dimension of the social self. Likewise, among patients with skin diseases, the most important factor is their style of cognitive functioning (field independence). Furthermore, both similarities and differences have been found in the groups involved in the research in terms of determinants of the sense of body boundaries, as well as in comparison with the results from healthy patients. The results which were obtained indicated that the greater the strength of the sense of body boundaries in IBS patients, the greater its positive impact on the assessment of the patients’ own health, their physical attractiveness and comfort from touch, in a similar way to that in healthy people. As far as patients with psoriasis and atopic dermatitis are concerned, the sense of body boundaries was revealed to have a positive impact on the level of health orientation: active involvement with either maintaining or improving the health condition.

scholarly journals THE IMPACT OF ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS OF AN INDUSTRIAL CITY ON THE FORMATION OF A DERMATOLOGICAL MORBIDITY OF CHILDREN

2018 ◽  
Vol 97 (10) ◽  
pp. 967-971
Author(s):  
I. V. Yatsyna ◽  
Elena N. Kryuchkova ◽  
I. Yu. Zhadan
Keyword(s):  
Atopic Dermatitis ◽  
Antioxidant Status ◽  
Skin Diseases ◽  
Positive Impact ◽  
The State ◽  
Morbidity Rate ◽  
Skin Damage ◽  
Traditional Treatment ◽  
Number Of Patients ◽  
The Impact

Introduction. High anthropogenic load in the industrialized regions poses a threat to the health of children. Atopic dermatitis (AD) takes one of the leading places in the overall structure of allergic diseases. The purpose of the study was to substantiate preventive measures aimed at reducing the incidence of atopic dermatitis among children living in the territory of the industrially developed region and to evaluate their effectiveness. Material and methods. the analysis of the state of the environment and the incidence of allergodermatosis in children residing in the Mytishchi district of the Moscow region. Two groups of patients aged from 14 to 17 years (70) were selected to develop measures for the prevention of atopic dermatitis. The first group received intravenous laser irradiation of blood (ILRB) and traditional therapy, the second - only traditional treatment. Laboratory studies included indices of immune and antioxidant status. Results. The unfavorable trend in the prevalence of allergic skin diseases in children is presented: allergic dermatoses make up 44.5% (AD - 36.8%, eczema - 7.7%). The increase in severe and moderate forms of AD by 7% and 15% was noted. In this region statistically significant correlations between indices of the air pollution, drinking water, technogenic loading and level of the morbidity rate of skin, including (AD)(r=0,73-0,84) are revealed. Application of the ILRB in children with atopic dermatitis had a positive impact on the state of cellular immunity: the number of CD3+and CD8+ lymphocytes increased by 1.2-1.4 times, the level of IL-10 and IL-4 decreased by 1.5 times; humoral immunity (the number of patients with a positive effect on indices of IgA, IgM, IgE, CIC, was more than 80%); antioxidant status (MDA decreased by 1.3 times, the activity of serum catalase increased by 1.2 times). In general, there was an improvement in the clinical course of the skin damage process, an increase in terms of remission. During the six-month following-up of patients included in the study, in the ILRB group, only 20% had an exacerbation of the disease compared to 68% of the group receiving traditional treatment.

scholarly journals Development of a Yoga Module for Hypothyroidism

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
T Venkatesh ◽  
Itagi Ravikumar ◽  
TL Alaka Mani
Keyword(s):  
Content Validity ◽  
Positive Impact ◽  
Calculated Data ◽  
Health Condition ◽  
Pharmacological Intervention ◽  
Lifestyle Modifications ◽  
The Social ◽  
Feasibility Test ◽  
Diet And Lifestyle ◽  
Face Validation

Introduction: Prevalence of hypothyroidism is found high in India in the recent years and is more commonly seen in women. While treating the condition with pharmacological intervention, importance of exercise, diet and lifestyle modifications play a significant role in managing the condition. Yoga based techniques have shown positive impact in managing hypothyroid related symptoms. Yoga when considered as a therapeutically approach needs to be customised by considering specific yogic techniques for the targeted health condition and it is also essential to validate the yoga module for a given health condition. While there are a few validated yoga modules for managing obesity, backpain etc., there are no validated yoga modules for treating/managing hypothyroid condition. Aim: To develop an integrated yoga module for hypothyroidism. Materials and Methods: Integrated yoga module has been designed based on traditional yoga literature and expert opinion. Based on the pancha kosha model (five layered existence), 53 yogic techniques were compiled and sent to 36 experts for content and face validation. Experts validated each technique by rating the relevance on a five point likert scale. Validated techniques were administered to a group of 35 women having hypothyroidism to assertain acceptance and the possibility of practice of said techniques. Content Validity Ratio (CVR) and the average of mean, mode and median of scores were calculated. Data analysis was done using Statistical Package for the Social Sciences (SPSS) software version 23. Results: Out of the 53 techniques, 41 techniques scored either CVR more than 0.5 or average of mean, median and mode more than 4. Conclusion: The developed integrated yoga module for hypothyroidism enjoys good face and content validity. Initial feasibility test confirms that the techniques are accepted and could be practiced by the hypothyroid patients. Further validation of the module using a pre-post study is warranted to confirm its efficacy.

scholarly journals Health care professionals’ perspectives on self-management for people with Parkinson’s: qualitative findings from a UK study

2021 ◽  
Vol 21 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Megan Armstrong ◽  
Remco Tuijt ◽  
Joy Read ◽  
Jennifer Pigott ◽  
Nathan Davies ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Health Care Professionals ◽  
Health Condition ◽  
Self Management ◽  
Allied Health Professionals ◽  
Management Tools ◽  
Individual Interviews ◽  
Active Involvement ◽  
The Social ◽  
Management Techniques ◽  
Contextual Barriers

Abstract Background Parkinson’s disease is a long-term, complex health condition. To improve or maintain quality of life, people with Parkinson’s can have an active involvement in their care through self-management techniques. Given the complexity and individualization of self-management, people with Parkinson’s will need support and encouragement from their healthcare professionals (HCPs). Despite the key role HCPs have in this, research has seldom explored their perspectives and understanding of self-management for people with Parkinson’s. Methods Multi-disciplinary teams providing care for people with Parkinson’s across London, Coventry and Hertfordshire were approached and took part in either one of four focus groups or individual interviews. Forty-two HCPs, including a range of specialist doctors, general practitioners, allied health professionals, nurses, and social workers, took part in this study. Interviews were transcribed and analysed using thematic analysis to identify themes. Results Four themes were developed from the data: 1) Empowerment of patients through holistic care and being person-centred; 2) Maximising motivation and capability for patients, for example using asset based approaches and increasing opportunities; 3) importance of empowerment of carers to support self-management and 4) contextual barriers to self-management such as the social context. Conclusions This study is the first to explore the perspectives of HCPs on self-management in people with Parkinson’s. Our findings have identified important considerations surrounding empowerment, motivation, carers and contextual barriers to better understand how we enable effective self-management techniques in people with Parkinson’s. Research should build on these findings on to develop acceptable and effective self-management tools for use in practice with people affected by Parkinson’s.

scholarly journals Capsaicin: Plants of the Genus Capsicum and Positive Effect of Oriental Spice on Skin Health

2021 ◽  
pp. 1-11
Author(s):  
Shahnai Basharat ◽  
Syed Amir Gilani ◽  
Faiza Iftikhar ◽  
Mian Anjum Murtaza ◽  
Ayesha Basharat ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Atopic Dermatitis ◽  
Transient Receptor Potential ◽  
Skin Diseases ◽  
Positive Impact ◽  
Receptor Potential ◽  
Vital Role ◽  
Nerve Fibers ◽  
The Body ◽  
Transient Receptor ◽  
Chili Peppers

<b><i>Background:</i></b> Capsaicin, the main pungent ingredient in hot chili peppers, causes excitation of small sensory neurons. It also provides the basic pungent flavor in <i>Capsicum</i> fruits. <b><i>Summary:</i></b> Capsaicin plays a vital role as an agonist for the TRPV1 (transient receptor potential cation channel, subfamily V, member 1) receptor. TRPV1 is essential for the reduction of oxidative stress, pain sensations, and inflammation. Therefore, it has many pros related to health issue. Activation and positive impact of TRPV1 via capsaicin has been studied in various dermatological conditions and in other skin-related issues. Past studies documented that capsaicin plays a vital role in the prevention of atopic dermatitis as well as psoriasis. Moreover, TRPV1 is also very important for skin health because it acts as a capsaicin receptor. It is found in nociceptive nerve fibers and nonneural structures. It prompts the release of a compound that is involved in communicating pain between the spinal cord nerves and other parts of the body. <b><i>Key Messages:</i></b> Here, we summarize the growing evidence for the beneficial role of capsaicin and TRPV1 and how they help in the relief of skin diseases such as inflammation, permeation, dysfunction, atopic dermatitis, and psoriasis and in pain amplification syndrome.

Social Influence and the Social Self

1989 ◽  
Vol 34 (5) ◽  
pp. 450-451
Author(s):  
William P. Smith
Keyword(s):  
Social Influence ◽  
Social Self ◽  
The Social

The Social Self

1991 ◽  
Vol 36 (10) ◽  
pp. 869-871
Author(s):  
Joan G. Miller
Keyword(s):  
Social Self ◽  
The Social

The Social Self in Bulimia Nervosa

1993 ◽  
Author(s):  
R. H. Striegel-Moore ◽  
◽  
L. R. Silberstein ◽  
J. Rodin
Keyword(s):  
Bulimia Nervosa ◽  
Social Self ◽  
The Social

The physiological impact of threats to the social self and shame

2004 ◽  
Author(s):  
Margaret Kemeny ◽  
Tara Gruenewald ◽  
Sally Dickerson
Keyword(s):  
Social Self ◽  
The Social ◽  
Physiological Impact

Synergetic Theory of Document in Evolution of Document Science

2018 ◽  
pp. 1060-1068
Author(s):  
Galina A. Dvoenosova ◽  
Keyword(s):  
Social Role ◽  
Scientific Study ◽  
Self Organization ◽  
Universal Theory ◽  
Social Self ◽  
Social Goal ◽  
The Social ◽  
Synergetic Theory ◽  
First Time

The article assesses synergetic theory of document as a new development in document science. In information society the social role of document grows, as information involves all members of society in the process of documentation. The transformation of document under the influence of modern information technologies increases its interest to representatives of different sciences. Interdisciplinary nature of document as an object of research leads to an ambiguous interpretation of its nature and social role. The article expresses and contends the author's views on this issue. In her opinion, social role of document is incidental to its being a main social tool regulating the life of civilized society. Thus, the study aims to create a scientific theory of document, explaining its nature and social role as a tool of social (goal-oriented) action and social self-organization. Substantiation of this idea is based on application of synergetics (i.e., universal theory of self-organization) to scientific study of document. In the synergetic paradigm, social and historical development is seen as the change of phases of chaos and order, and document is considered a main tool that regulates social relations. Unlike other theories of document, synergetic theory studies document not as a carrier and means of information transfer, but as a unique social phenomenon and universal social tool. For the first time, the study of document steps out of traditional frameworks of office, archive, and library. The document is placed on the scales with society as a global social system with its functional subsystems of politics, economy, culture, and personality. For the first time, the methods of social sciences and modern sociological theories are applied to scientific study of document. This methodology provided a basis for theoretical vindication of nature and social role of document as a tool of social (goal-oriented) action and social self-organization. The study frames a synergetic theory of document with methodological foundations and basic concepts, synergetic model of document, laws of development and effectiveness of document in the social continuum. At the present stage of development of science, it can be considered the highest form of theoretical knowledge of document and its scientific explanatory theory.

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