scholarly journals Psychodynamic Based Equine—Assisted Psychotherapy in Adults with Intertwined Personality Problems and Traumatization: A Systematic Review

2020 ◽  
Vol 17 (16) ◽  
pp. 5661
Author(s):  
Géza Kovács ◽  
Annemiek van Dijke ◽  
Marie-Jose Enders-Slegers
Keyword(s):  
Systematic Review ◽  
Clinical Studies ◽  
Psychodynamic Psychotherapy ◽  
Adult Population ◽  
Database Search ◽  
Electronic Database ◽  
Equine Assisted Psychotherapy ◽  
Positive Effects ◽  
Electronic Database Search ◽  
Equine Assisted

The growing field of equine-assisted psychotherapy (EAP), a subfield of animal-assisted psychotherapy (AAP), needs theoretically-based clinical studies. This systematic review examines the existing clinical studies in adult populations on psychodynamic psychotherapy combined with equine-assisted psychotherapy. An electronic database search was divided in two studies to identify publications on 1) EAP combined with psychodynamic psychotherapy and 2) EAP combined to personality problems and traumatization in order to compile studies by population, intervention, outcome and therapeutic assets. Study 1 revealed no relevant clinical studies on EAP with a psychodynamic background with an adult population. Study 2 revealed 12 publications to review predominantly addressing veterans with PTSD. The methodological limitations of most of the studies restrain the overall findings on outcome. However, overall positive effects for EAP, specifically on its experiential features and on finding interpersonal trust for patients, can be discerned. There is an apparent need for clinical studies meeting methodological standards on psychodynamic underpinned EAP methodologies in adults with intertwined personality problems and traumatization.

scholarly journals Efficiency and contribution of strategies for finding randomized controlled trials: a case study from a systematic review on therapeutic interventions of chronic depression

2014 ◽  
Vol 3 (2) ◽  
Author(s):  
Annika Westphal ◽  
Levente Kriston ◽  
Lars P. Hölzel ◽  
Martin Härter ◽  
Alessa Von Wolff
Keyword(s):  
Systematic Review ◽  
Systematic Reviews ◽  
Search Strategy ◽  
Reference Lists ◽  
Search Strategies ◽  
Database Search ◽  
Controlled Trials ◽  
Electronic Database ◽  
Randomized Controlled ◽  
Electronic Database Search

<em>Background</em>. Identifying all existing evidence is a crucial aspect in conducting systematic reviews. Since the retrieval of electronic database searches alone is limited, guidelines recommend the use of addi- tional search strategies. The aim of this investigation was to assess the efficiency and contribution of additional search strategies for identifying randomized controlled trials in conducting a systematic review on interventions after performing a sensitive electronic database search. <br /><em>Design and Methods</em>. Seven electronic databases, 3 journals and 11 systematic reviews were searched. All first authors of the included studies were contacted; citation tracking and a search in clinical trial registers were performed. <em>A priori</em> defined evaluation criteria were calculated for each search strategy. <br /><em>Results</em>. A total of 358 full-text articles were identified; 50 studies were included in the systematic review, wherefrom 84.0% (42) were acquired by the sensitive electronic database search and 16.0% (8) through additional search strategies. Screening reference lists of related systematic reviews was the most beneficial additional search strategy, with an efficiency of 31.3% (5) and a contribution of 10.0% (5/50), whereas hand-searching and author contacts contributed two and one additional studies, respectively. Citation tracking and searching clinical trial registers did not lead to any further inclusion of primary studies. <br /><em>Conclusions</em>. Based on our findings, hand-searching contents of relevant journals and screening reference lists of related systematic reviews may be helpful additional strategies to identify an extensive body of evidence. In case of limited resources, a sensitive electronic database search may constitute an appropriate alternative for identifying relevant trials.

scholarly journals Accuracy and Reliability of Soft Tissue Landmarks Using Three-Dimensional Imaging in Comparison With Two-Dimensional Cephalometrics: A Systematic Review

2020 ◽  
Vol 54 (4) ◽  
pp. 289-296
Author(s):  
Adeeba Ali ◽  
Anil K. Chandna ◽  
Anshul Munjal
Keyword(s):  
Systematic Review ◽  
Soft Tissue ◽  
3D Imaging ◽  
Soft Tissues ◽  
Three Dimensional ◽  
Database Search ◽  
Cochrane Library ◽  
Two Dimensional ◽  
Imaging Tool ◽  
Electronic Database Search

Background: Concerns about the accuracy and reliability of soft tissue landmarks using two-dimensional (2D) and three-dimensional (3D) imaging. Objective: The aim of the systematic review is to estimate accuracy and reliability of soft tissue landmarks with 2D imaging and 3D imaging for orthodontic diagnosis planning and treatment planning purposes. Data Sources: Electronic database search was performed in MEDLINE via PubMed, Embase via embase.com, and the Cochrane library website. Selection Criteria: The data were extracted according to two protocols based on Centre for Evidence-Based Medicine (CEBM) critical appraisal tools. Next, levels of evidence were categorized into three groups: low, medium, and high. Data Synthesis: Fifty-five publications were found through database search strategies. A total of nine publications were included in this review. Conclusion According to the available literature, 3D imaging modalities were more accurate and reliable as compared to 2D modalities. Cone beam computed tomography (CBCT) was considered the most reliable imaging tool for soft tissues.

scholarly journals Urtica dioica (Stinging Nettle) – Properties, Uses and Applications

2021 ◽  
pp. 154-159
Author(s):  
Anjali, Sushma ◽  
Reena Sharma
Keyword(s):  
Fungal Infections ◽  
Database Search ◽  
Urtica Dioica ◽  
Pharmacological Properties ◽  
Electronic Database ◽  
Stinging Nettle ◽  
Wide Range ◽  
The World ◽  
Electronic Database Search ◽  
Pharmacological Potential

Utricaceae is a family of herbs and shrubs that can be found in a variety of habitats around the world. A lot of research has been carried out till date targeted for close understanding of this medicinal plant. The botanical distribution, Ethnomedicinal applications, Traditional uses as well as Pharmacological properties of the Urtica genus, are discussed in this study. The composition such as flavonoids and array of phenolic compounds which includes alcohols, Diocanol, Diol glucosides, Terpenes diols, and sugars as well are an inclusion in the genus Urtica. A wide range of research reports have been published representing its biological and pharmacological potential against cancer, tumors, bacterial, viral or fungal infections significantly. The information about the Urtica genus has been extracted using electronic database search such as Google Scholar and Pubmed as well as a library search for peer-reviewed journal publications.

scholarly journals How manipulating task constraints in small-sided and conditioned games shapes emergence of individual and collective tactical behaviours in football: A systematic review

2018 ◽  
Vol 13 (6) ◽  
pp. 1200-1214 ◽  
Author(s):  
Lucas Ometto ◽  
Fabrício VA Vasconcellos ◽  
Felipe A Cunha ◽  
Israel Teoldo ◽  
Carlos Raphael B Souza ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Systematic Review ◽  
Evaluation Method ◽  
Web Of Science ◽  
Football Players ◽  
Electronic Database ◽  
Task Constraints ◽  
Playing Field ◽  
Lack Of Information ◽  
Electronic Database Search ◽  
Rules Of The Game

Background: Small-Sided and Conditioned Games are characterised by modifications of field dimensions, number of players, rules of the game, manipulations used to shape the key task constraints that performers need to satisfy in practice. Evidence has already demonstrated the importance of designing practice to enhance understanding of tactical behaviours in football, but there is a lack of information about how coaches can manipulate task constraints to support tactical learning. Objective: To investigate which task constraints have been most often manipulated in studies of SSCGs; and what impact each manipulation had on emerging tactical behaviours, technical–tactical actions, and positional relationships between players. Methods: PubMed, Web of Science, Scielo, and Academic Google databases were searched for relevant reports without time limits. The criteria adopted for inclusion were: a) studies performed with football players; b) studies that included SSCGs as an evaluation method; c) studies that investigated tactical behaviours in SSCGs; and d), articles in English and Portuguese. Results: The electronic database search included 24 articles in the review. Of these, five manipulated field dimensions, six manipulated number of players involved, five manipulated field dimensions and number of players, five used different scoring targets, two altered the number of players and scoring target, and one manipulated the number of players, field dimension, and scoring target. Conclusion: Among the task constraints analyzed in this systematic review, manipulation of number of players and playing field dimensions concomitantly occurred most frequently.

scholarly journals The Effectiveness of Aromatherapy in Reducing Pain: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis

2016 ◽  
Vol 2016 ◽  
pp. 1-13 ◽  
Author(s):  
Shaheen E. Lakhan ◽  
Heather Sheafer ◽  
Deborah Tepper
Keyword(s):  
Olfactory System ◽  
Recent Literature ◽  
Meta Analysis ◽  
Database Search ◽  
Significant Positive Effect ◽  
Electronic Database ◽  
Analog Scale ◽  
Electronic Database Search ◽  
Secondary Analyses ◽  
Positive Effect

Background. Aromatherapy refers to the medicinal or therapeutic use of essential oils absorbed through the skin or olfactory system. Recent literature has examined the effectiveness of aromatherapy in treating pain. Methods. 12 studies examining the use of aromatherapy for pain management were identified through an electronic database search. A meta-analysis was performed to determine the effects of aromatherapy on pain. Results. There is a significant positive effect of aromatherapy (compared to placebo or treatments as usual controls) in reducing pain reported on a visual analog scale (SMD = −1.18, 95% CI: −1.33, −1.03; p<0.0001). Secondary analyses found that aromatherapy is more consistent for treating nociceptive (SMD = −1.57, 95% CI: −1.76, −1.39, p<0.0001) and acute pain (SMD = −1.58, 95% CI: −1.75, −1.40, p<0.0001) than inflammatory (SMD = −0.53, 95% CI: −0.77, −0.29, p<0.0001) and chronic pain (SMD = −0.22, 95% CI: −0.49, 0.05, p=0.001), respectively. Based on the available research, aromatherapy is most effective in treating postoperative pain (SMD = −1.79, 95% CI: −2.08, −1.51, p<0.0001) and obstetrical and gynecological pain (SMD = −1.14, 95% CI: −2.10, −0.19, p<0.0001). Conclusion. The findings of this study indicate that aromatherapy can successfully treat pain when combined with conventional treatments.

scholarly journals Revisiting the Etiology of Hemifacial Microsomia / Retomando la etiología de la microsomía hemifacial

2014 ◽  
Vol 33 (71) ◽  
pp. 19
Author(s):  
Chijioke O. Eseonu ◽  
Alexandre R. Vieira
Keyword(s):  
Growth Hormone ◽  
Serotonin Receptor ◽  
Chromosomal Abnormalities ◽  
Gene Mutations ◽  
Database Search ◽  
Hormone Deficiency ◽  
Hemifacial Microsomia ◽  
Electronic Database ◽  
Revisión Sistemática ◽  
Electronic Database Search

<p><em>Background</em>: Hemifacial microsomia (HM) is one of the most common congenital facial malformations of newborns worldwide. Despite its prevalence, little is known about its etiology. Features of HM vary among different reports in the literature, affecting ears, mouth, and mandible on one or both sides. <em>Purpose and Methods</em>: We performed a systematic literature review to determine if there is new evidence regarding the pathological origins of HM. During a seven-month period (September 2010-April 2011) an exhaustive electronic database search was constructed. An inclusion criterion, which set the specific parameters of the electronic database search for this review, was implemented using a number of built-in search tools. <em>Results</em>: A total of 1,250 published reports were displayed upon entry of the Boolean phrase “etiology AND hemifacial microsomia.” Of these papers, all of the publications selected for by the inclusion criterion had been published within the last ten years. Concomitantly, with regards to etiological origins, selection of a specific paper had to convey theories or experimental approaches of which had not been published as the main focus of a report more than three times in all with regards to previous documented literature with hemifacial microsomia as its basis. This final inclusion criterion left only eight studies eligible for this review. Reports included the suggestion of an etiologic role of growth hormone deficiency, fluoxetine ingestion, <em>SALL4</em> expression, <em>BAPX1</em> expression, and trisomy of chromosome 10. It appears that both genetic and environmental factors play a role in the etiology of HM. These factors include gene mutations, variation in serotonin receptor binding, growth hormone imbalances, and chromosomal abnormalities. Future studies in humans should determine the frequency of etiologic coding mutations in <em>SALL4</em>, <em>BAPX1</em>, and trisomy 10 in HM cases. </p><p> </p><p><em>Antecedentes</em>: la microsomía hemifacial (MH) es una de las malformaciones faciales congénitas más frecuentes en recién nacidos mundialmente. A pesar de su prevalencia, poco se sabe sobre su etiología. Las características de la MH varían en los diferentes reportes de la literatura; afecta oídos, boca y mandíbula, uni o bilateralmente. <em>Propósito y métodos</em>: se llevó a cabo una revisión sistemática de la literatura para determinar si hay nueva evidencia sobre el origen patológico de la MH. Durante siete meses (septiembre de 2010-abril de 2011) realizamos una búsqueda exhaustiva en bases de datos electrónicas. Un criterio de inclusión que determinó los parámetros específicos de la búsqueda se implementó usando un número de herramientas de búsqueda. <em>Resultados</em>: la búsqueda booleana (“etiology AND hemifacial microsomia”) arrojó un total de 1250 publicaciones. Se seleccionaron reportes publicados en los últimos diez años. Asimismo, con respecto a la etiología, los artículos debían incluir teorías o experimentos que no se hubieran publicado como asunto principal más de tres veces con la MH como base. Este criterio final de inclusión dejó solamente ocho estudios elegibles para la revisión. Los reportes sugieren que una deficiencia en la hormona del crecimiento, ingestión de fluoxetina, expresión de <em>SALL4</em>, expresión de <em>BAPX1</em> y trisomía del cromosoma 10 como factores etiológicos. Parece que factores genéticos y ambientales cumplen un papel en la etiología de la MH. Estos factores incluyen mutaciones genéticas, variación en la unión del receptor de la serotonina, desbalances de la hormona del crecimiento y anomalías cromosómicas. Estudios futuros en humanos deberían determinar la frecuencia de mutaciones etiológicas en la codificación de <em>SALL4</em>, <em>BAPX1</em> y trisomía 10 en casos de MH. </p>

Older Adults’ Perceived Benefits of Equine-Assisted Psychotherapy: Implications for Social Work

2019 ◽  
Vol 30 (4) ◽  
pp. 399-407
Author(s):  
Kathy Lee ◽  
Holly Dabelko-Schoeny ◽  
Holly Jedlicka ◽  
Teresa Burns
Keyword(s):  
Older Adults ◽  
Cognitive Impairment ◽  
Social Interactions ◽  
Adult Population ◽  
Vital Role ◽  
Outdoor Environment ◽  
Perceived Benefits ◽  
Equine Assisted Psychotherapy ◽  
Older Adult Population ◽  
Equine Assisted

The purpose of this study was to explore participants’ perceived benefits of equine-assisted psychotherapy and to understand if older adults with functional or cognitive impairment found meaning and purpose in their interactions with horses. This study employed a mixed methods study design with a concurrent triangulation approach. The findings from our study suggest that those impacted with functional or cognitive impairment can meaningfully engage in EAGALA model of equine-assisted psychotherapy and demonstrate the ability to find purpose from their experience. Their perceived benefits were not limited to their interactions with horses but instead wide-ranging, including positive influences from their peers, the outdoor environment associated with equine-assisted activities, and the increased level of social interactions through reminiscence. Social workers can serve a vital role in the use of equine-assisted psychotherapy among older adults, and equine-assisted psychotherapy may hold less stigma than traditional talk therapy to the older adult population.

scholarly journals A brief review on Nux vomica: A panacea homoeopathic remedy

2021 ◽  
Vol 4 ◽  
pp. 59-63
Author(s):  
Tayyeba Rehman
Keyword(s):  
Gene Expression ◽  
Experimental Studies ◽  
Database Search ◽  
High Grade ◽  
Pharmacological Effects ◽  
Electronic Database ◽  
High Grade Fever ◽  
Behavioural Patterns ◽  
Pharmacological Studies ◽  
Electronic Database Search

Strychnos nux-vomica is a homoeopathic remedy that has long been considered a panacea. This review collected the clinical trials and/or experimental studies on the pharmacological effects of Nux vomica. An electronic database search was run on Google Scholar and PubMed from 1980 to 2018. Data from homoeopathic texts available on paper and electronically were also included. Conventionally, Nux vomica is a medicine for alcoholism, anger effects of, colic, constipation, dyspepsia, gastrodynia, haemorrhoids, tea and tobacco habit, insomnia, nightmares, lumbago and many more diseases. Various pharmacological studies have proved its anti-alcoholic effect. Studies also showed its effect on sleep quality, anxiety-related behavioural patterns and epilepsy survival time. It also inhibited Helicobacter pylori-induced gene expression. Nux vomica was found to be beneficial in treating baker’s yeast-induced acute high-grade fever, pock-like lesions and Reiter’s disease. However, further research studies are required to explore its traditional uses for other diseases.

scholarly journals Equine-Assisted Psychotherapy: An Emerging Trauma-Informed Intervention

2017 ◽  
Vol 18 (1) ◽  
pp. 387-402 ◽  
Author(s):  
Page Walker Buck ◽  
Nadine Bean ◽  
Kristen De Marco
Keyword(s):  
The United States ◽  
Traumatic Experiences ◽  
Experiential Therapy ◽  
Equine Assisted Psychotherapy ◽  
Positive Effects ◽  
Ongoing Training ◽  
Robust Model ◽  
Adolescents And Adults ◽  
Increasing Demand ◽  
Equine Assisted

Equine-assisted psychotherapy (EAP) has emerged as a promising, evidence-based intervention for the treatment of trauma and stressor-related disorders. This experiential therapy offers an option for clients whose traumatic experiences render traditional talk therapies ineffective. Initial research on the most robust model of EAP, developed by the Equine Assisted Growth and Learning Association (EAGALA), indicates strong, positive effects for children, adolescents and adults who have experienced trauma. EAGALA was designed to allow for rigorous evaluation of efficacy, a clear theoretical base, standardized implementation, and ongoing training for practitioners. As the primary providers of mental and behavioral health services in the United States, social workers are keenly aware of the need for a portfolio of treatment methods to manage the increasing demand for services. EAP has emerged as an important addition to this portfolio, providing options for some the most vulnerable client populations.

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