scholarly journals The effects of classical music interventions in gynecological medical units

2019 ◽  
Vol 10 (2) ◽  
pp. 65-77
Author(s):  
Gabriel Pîrcălabu
Keyword(s):  
Classical Music ◽  
Rating Scale ◽  
Low Cost ◽  
Depression Scale ◽  
Medical Intervention ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Waiting Room ◽  
Positive Effects ◽  
Quasi Experimental ◽  
Experimental Group

The present research presents the results of a quasi-experimental study on the effects of classical music interventions in gynecological medical units. The study involved 60 women between 18 and 67 years old. Of these, 30 were included in the experimental group and 30 in the control group. The experimental group was exposed to listening to recorded classical music, in the waiting area, before the consultation or medical intervention, for about 15-20 minutes. The instrument used for the measurement of anxiety were The Hamilton Anxiety Rating Scale, HARS (α = .92), and The Hospital Anxiety and Depression Scale, HADS (α = .89). Intervention through music had positive effects on reducing the anxiety of patients waiting in the waiting room of the medical office. The level of anxiety was higher in 18-23 years patients than in patients over 24 years old, even they were exposed to the same conditions of listening to classical music in the waiting room. The level of HADS anxiety differs significantly according to the level of education of the patients. Further research is needed on music and its effects on patients, given the low cost of implementation and the potential of music to reduce patient stress.

scholarly journals The effects of classical music interventions in gynecological medical units

2019 ◽  
Vol 10 (2) ◽  
pp. 65-77
Author(s):  
Gabriel Pîrcălabu
Keyword(s):  
Classical Music ◽  
Rating Scale ◽  
Low Cost ◽  
Depression Scale ◽  
Medical Intervention ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Waiting Room ◽  
Positive Effects ◽  
Quasi Experimental ◽  
Experimental Group

The present research presents the results of a quasi-experimental study on the effects of classical music interventions in gynecological medical units. The study involved 60 women between 18 and 67 years old. Of these, 30 were included in the experimental group and 30 in the control group. The experimental group was exposed to listening to recorded classical music, in the waiting area, before the consultation or medical intervention, for about 15-20 minutes. The instrument used for the measurement of anxiety were The Hamilton Anxiety Rating Scale, HARS (α = .92), and The Hospital Anxiety and Depression Scale, HADS (α = .89). Intervention through music had positive effects on reducing the anxiety of patients waiting in the waiting room of the medical office. The level of anxiety was higher in 18-23 years patients than in patients over 24 years old, even they were exposed to the same conditions of listening to classical music in the waiting room. The level of HADS anxiety differs significantly according to the level of education of the patients. Further research is needed on music and its effects on patients, given the low cost of implementation and the potential of music to reduce patient stress.

scholarly journals The effects of music, relaxation and suggestion on tertiary students’ affect and achievement in learning Japanese as a Foreign Language

2008 ◽  
Vol 31 (2) ◽  
pp. 16.1-16.22
Author(s):  
Kuninori Shimbo
Keyword(s):  
Foreign Language ◽  
Language Learning ◽  
Accelerated Learning ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Original Form ◽  
Positive Effects ◽  
Language Classes ◽  
Quasi Experimental ◽  
Major Factors ◽  
Experimental Group

This study investigates the effects of the three major factors of Suggestopedia – music, relaxation and suggestion – on the students’ affect and development of communicative competence in tertiary Japanese language classes. A review of literature on Suggestopedia, the original form of Accelerated Learning (AL), shows that its effects are controversial, surrounded by misunderstanding and lack of appropriate evaluation. There is a need to clarify the nature of AL and the effects of its factors. Two existing classes were randomly assigned as a control group (n= 29) and an experimental group (n= 25). This quasi-experimental study lasted for 12 weeks with 3 stages of 4 weeks each. The results oft-tests showed that there existed no major significant differences between the two groups. When differences between each stage were examined carefully, however, it was found that self-concept increased significantly with the introduction of suggestion. The findings did not support the general claims that AL has positive effects on language learning, but it was found that among the three independent variables suggestion influenced students’ affect positively. The finding implies that the teacher’s positive messages are powerful tools to enhance students’ affect in learning a foreign language.

scholarly journals The Effect of Mind Subtraction Meditation on Smartphone Addiction in School Children

2019 ◽  
Vol 11 (10) ◽  
pp. 16 ◽  
Author(s):  
Yang Gyeong Yoo ◽  
Min Jeong Lee ◽  
Boas Yu ◽  
Mi Ra Yun
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Elementary School ◽  
School Children ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Smartphone Addiction ◽  
Post Intervention ◽  
Positive Effects ◽  
School Based ◽  
Quasi Experimental ◽  
Experimental Group

BACKGROUND: Aim of current study was to examine the effects of school-based mind subtraction meditation program on smartphone addiction tendency and mental health of third grade students in a South Korean elementary school. MATERIALS & METHODS: A quasi-experimental design with nonequivalent comparison groups was used. An experimental group (n = 24), who participated in the school-based meditation program, and a control group (n = 22), who did not participate in the program, were measured pre-test, post-test, and also three months after the completion of this study on smartphone addiction tendency and mental health. RESULTS: The study result showed a significant decrease in smartphone addiction tendency and also significant improvements in mental health variables of depression, anxiety, aggression, and impulsivity for the experimental group. These improvements were shown to continue even after the study completion when measured post-intervention at three months. CONCLUSION: This study demonstrated that the mind subtraction meditation program had positive effects on smartphone addiction tendency and mental health variables. It can be suggested from this study to recommend mind subtraction meditation as one of feasible strategies to prevent smartphone addiction and to improve mental health status in elementary school children. Further, this study meaningfully supports positive beneficial evidence of meditation program utilization in schools.

The effects of music, relaxation and suggestion on tertiary students’ affect and achievement in learning Japanese as a foreign language

2008 ◽  
Vol 31 (2) ◽  
pp. 16.1-16.22 ◽  
Author(s):  
Kuninori Shimbo
Keyword(s):  
Foreign Language ◽  
Language Learning ◽  
Accelerated Learning ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Original Form ◽  
Positive Effects ◽  
Language Classes ◽  
Quasi Experimental ◽  
Major Factors ◽  
Experimental Group

This study investigates the effects of the three major factors of Suggestopedia – music, relaxation and suggestion – on the students’ affect and development of communicative competence in tertiary Japanese language classes. A review of literature on Suggestopedia, the original form of Accelerated Learning (AL), shows that its effects are controversial, surrounded by misunderstanding and lack of appropriate evaluation. There is a need to clarify the nature of AL and the effects of its factors. Two existing classes were randomly assigned as a control group (n = 29) and an experimental group (n = 25). This quasi-experimental study lasted for 12 weeks with 3 stages of 4 weeks each. The results of t-tests showed that there existed no major significant differences between the two groups. When differences between each stage were examined carefully, however, it was found that self-concept increased significantly with the introduction of suggestion. The findings did not support the general claims that AL has positive effects on language learning, but it was found that among the three independent variables suggestion influenced students’ affect positively. The finding implies that the teacher’s positive messages are powerful tools to enhance students’ affect in learning a foreign language.

scholarly journals Motivation, Self-Concept and Discipline in Young Adolescents Who Practice Rhythmic Gymnastics. An Intervention

Children ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 7 (9) ◽  
pp. 135
Author(s):  
Gabriel González-Valero ◽  
Félix Zurita-Ortega ◽  
José Luis Ubago-Jiménez ◽  
Pilar Puertas-Molero
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Self Concept ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Young Adolescents ◽  
Trunk Flexion ◽  
Intervention Programme ◽  
Positive Effects ◽  
Rhythmic Gymnastics ◽  
Quasi Experimental ◽  
Experimental Group

This study aims to develop an intervention based on TARGET strategies in young people practicing rhythmic gymnastics, with the aim of observing whether motivation, discipline, self-concept and flexibility are improved. This research is a longitudinal study of a quasi-experimental nature. A total of 104 young adolescents between the ages of 11 and 12 years (11.66 ± 0.47) participated in the study, of which 60 belong to the control group and 44 to the experimental group. The intervention programme lasted two months (17 sessions). TARGET strategies were applied to the experimental group during training. While the experimental group continued with its routine training. To measure the psychological variables, the instrument used were the Youth Physical Self-Concept Scale (C-PSQ), Reason Scale for Discipline (RSD) and Success Perception Questionnaire (SPQ), and for flexibility, the tests were applied to the Sit and Reach and Deep trunk flexion test. The results showed that those teenagers who participated in the intervention, obtained an increased climate task, which entails an enjoyment by the practice of physical activity itself, more optimal levels of physical self-concept and discipline, subsequently, obtaining better results of flexibility. While in the control group gymnasts the ego climate and demotivation increased. TARGET strategies applied to young adolescents have positive effects, improve motivation towards physical activity, self-concept and discipline. This results in greater performance in flexibility. This will encourage young adolescents to continue to engage in physical activity in the future.

scholarly journals Effects of Acupressure on Fatigue and Depression in Hepatocellular Carcinoma Patients Treated with Transcatheter Arterial Chemoembolization: A Quasi-Experimental Study

2015 ◽  
Vol 2015 ◽  
pp. 1-10 ◽  
Author(s):  
Su-Chen Lan ◽  
Yueh-E Lin ◽  
Shu-Ching Chen ◽  
Yu-Fang Lin ◽  
Yu-Jen Wang
Keyword(s):  
Transcatheter Arterial Chemoembolization ◽  
Discharge Planning ◽  
Depression Scale ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Control Groups ◽  
Quasi Experimental ◽  
And Control ◽  
Experimental Group ◽  
Improve Fatigue ◽  
Arterial Chemoembolization

This study was to examine the effects of acupressure on fatigue and depression in HCC patients undergoing TACE. A quasiexperimental study design was used. Patients were evaluated at five time points: before treatment (T1) and 2, 3, 4, and 5 days after treating TACE (T2, T3, T4, and T5). Fatigue and depression were assessed by a VAS fatigue scale and a VAS depression scale at each time point. TFRS and BDI were administered at T1 and T5. Patients’ fatigue and depression were significantly higher at T5 than at T1 in two groups. Fatigue and depression increased in both the experimental and control groups’ patients over the five days of hospitalization during which TACE and chemotherapy were administered. The experimental group had significantly less fatigue than the control group, with lower subscale scores on physical, psychosocial, daily, and overall fatigue. There were no differences between the groups on depression. At posttest, the experimental group experienced lower physical, psychosocial, daily, and overall fatigue than the control group. Acupressure can improve fatigue in HCC patients during treatment with TACE but did not alleviate depression. Discharge planning should include home care for management of fatigue and depression.

scholarly journals To Evaluate The Effectiveness of Deep Breathing Exercises on Menopausal Symptoms Among Menopausal Mothers In Selected Community Area, Mangaluru

2019 ◽  
Vol 7 (07) ◽  
Author(s):  
Amitha Mohan
Keyword(s):  
Rating Scale ◽  
Menopausal Symptoms ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Base Line ◽  
Deep Breathing ◽  
Breathing Exercises ◽  
Experimental Time Series ◽  
Quasi Experimental ◽  
Community Area ◽  
Experimental Group

An Interventional study was conducted to identify the effect of deep breathing exercises on menopausal symptoms among menopausal mothers in community area,Mangalore. Quasi Experimental time series Design was adopted for the present study.A purposive sample of 60 mothers were selected and assigned randomly to Experimental Group and Control Group. The base line data was collected from  the mothers and menopausal symptoms was assessed by using Menopausal Rating Scale.Deep breathing exercises was taught to the mother who belongs to Experimental Group .The menopausal rating scale was assessed for both the control group and Experimental Group.The result revealed that there is a significant reduction in menopausal symptoms in menopausal mothers after performing Deep breathing exercises in the Experimental Group.

scholarly journals Development and Evaluation of Context-Based Laboratory Activities in Chemistry Using Low-cost Kits for Junior Public High School

KIMIKA ◽  
2017 ◽  
Vol 28 (2) ◽  
pp. 30-41
Author(s):  
Richard R. Sagcal ◽  
Nestor S. Valera ◽  
Joel T. Maquiling
Keyword(s):  
High School ◽  
Low Cost ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Public High School ◽  
Gain Scores ◽  
Laboratory Activities ◽  
Post Test ◽  
Quasi Experimental ◽  
The Mean ◽  
Experimental Group

The main purpose of this study is to develop and validate context-based laboratory activities and low-cost kits for chemistry to improve the practical and laboratory skills of Grade-10 students in a junior public high school. The efficacy of these teaching materials were assessed and quantified by teacher and student respondents using descriptive and quasi-experimental methods. Both laboratory activities and kits were designed to support the use of low-cost chemicals and reagents; and promote the improvisation of equipment and materials. These materials were assessed by 12 teachers and field-tested by 30 Grade 10 students. A standardized multiple-choice pre-test and post-test consisting of 65 items each were used to measure students’ mean gain performances. Prior to using the materials, a pre-test was conducted and have identified students’ least mastered topics, the chemical reaction, Boyle’s and Charles’ Laws respectively. A post-test was administered to measure the mean gain performance after using the materials. Data show that both the teacher and student respondents evaluated the context-based activities and low-cost kits effective and highly acceptable (4.79 on a scale of 5 weighted mean). Mean gain performance in chemistry increased significantly in the experimental group compared to the control group, with Hake’s mean gain scores of 0.63 and 0.25 respectively. The mean scores and levels of mastery of students in the experimental group who used these materials were also significantly higher than those in the control group.

scholarly journals Intervention to Reduce Anxiety Pre- and Post-Eye Surgery in Pediatric Patients in South Korea: A Preliminary Quasi-Experimental Study

Children ◽  
2022 ◽  
Vol 9 (1) ◽  
pp. 65
Author(s):  
Hyeran Yi ◽  
Hanna Lee
Keyword(s):  
Pulse Rate ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Control Groups ◽  
Waiting Room ◽  
Eye Surgery ◽  
Quasi Experimental ◽  
Preoperative Information ◽  
Anxiety Response ◽  
And Control ◽  
Experimental Group

In this study, we aimed to identify the effect of preoperative information on postoperative anxiety among children undergoing one-day eye surgery. We utilized a nonequivalent control group and a pretest–posttest quasi-experimental design. The participants were 15 children in the experimental group and 15 children in the control group. Preoperative information was provided to the experimental group in the waiting room. Anxiety level was measured using the Children’s Emotional Manifestation Scale and pulse rate. For pulse rate, there were no statistically significant differences between the groups. In the behavioral anxiety response, there were statistically significant differences between the experimental and control groups (Z = −4.15, p < 0.001). The results suggest that the provision of preoperative information can be an effective intervention for reducing postoperative anxiety and improving the health of children undergoing surgery.

scholarly journals ЕФЕКТИ РЕАЛИЗАЦИЈЕ ПРОГРАМА НЕНАСИЛНЕ КОМУНИКАЦИЈЕ НА УЗРОКЕ И ФРЕКВЕНЦИЈУ КОНФЛИКАТА ИЗМЕЂУ УЧЕНИКА

TEME ◽  
2018 ◽  
pp. 057
Author(s):  
Mirsada M. Džaferović
Keyword(s):  
Experimental Research ◽  
T Test ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Average Rank ◽  
Nonviolent Communication ◽  
Positive Effects ◽  
Post Test ◽  
Quasi Experimental ◽  
Dependent Samples ◽  
Experimental Group

The aim of this paper was to explore the effects of implementing a program based on nonviolent communication and the influence of the causes and frequency of conflict behaviour of younger school age children. A quasi-experimental research was carried out, including 180 fourth-grade primary school students. The classes were divided into the control and experimental group by using the randomization method. The groups were matched for gender, age and frequency of conflicts, as demonstrated in the pre-test stage. The research model was quasi-experimental, combining the intra- and inter-group design. For the purposes of this quasi-experimental research, a special scenario composed of 15 workshops that directly dealt with the topics related to nonviolent communication was developed, as well as a survey questionnaire, designed to assess the general modalities of nonviolent communication. The questionnaire consisted of 14 questions with different response formats, and its internal consistency reliability (Cronbach’s alpha) was satisfactory (α=0.76). In the analysis of the data, the methods of descriptive statistics as well as the methods of nonparametric inferential statistics were used. In order to examine the inter-group differences, two Mann–Whitney U tests (nonparametric substitute for the independent samples t-test) and two Wilcoxon signed-rank tests (nonparametric substitute for the dependent samples t-test) were conducted, followed by four χ2 tests.The results of the post-test point to the positive effects of implementing the contents of nonviolent communication, with the respondents from the experimental group (average rank=99.12) achieving lower scores than the respondents from the control group (average rank=81.88), suggesting that the students from the experimental group had shown a reduced tendency towardsconflict behaviour. The results related to the frequency of conflict causes, for all four quasi-experimental situations,emphasize, as the most frequent causes of conflict: insults and derogatory name-calling (in all four quasi-experimental situations – 22.44% to 44.44%), saying inappropriate things about one`s family (experimental group – initial assessment and both assessments in the control group; 26.11% to 30.00%), as well as persuading other children not to socialize with the respondent (experimental group –final assessment; 24.44%). The post-test, which assessed the frequency, confirmed the positive effects of the NVC program on the students from the experimental group in relation to the students from the control group.

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