scholarly journals Current Trends in Stroke Rehabilitation

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Pratap Sanchetee
Keyword(s):  
Stroke Rehabilitation ◽  
Geographical Distance ◽  
Psychological Consequences ◽  
Psychological Issues ◽  
Functional Deficits ◽  
Current Trends ◽  
The Social ◽  
Sensory Impairments ◽  
Rehabilitative Measures ◽  
Cognitive Problems

Stroke remains a leading cause of adult disability. The social, physical and psychological consequences of stroke are devastating. With better understanding of causation and breakthrough advances in management, we are witnessing a greater population of stroke survivors with varying neurological and functional deficits. Poststroke rehabilitation is a multi-disciplinary and multi-modal endeavor and not a ‘one size fits all’ intervention. A combination of interventions may be better suited to treat motor and sensory impairments, cognitive problems and psychological issues. There is great interest in exploring novel rehabilitation technologies to augment conventional therapies to reduce neurological disability and improve function. Yoga and spirituality, though ancient practices, are finding a bigger role in field of rehabilitation. In spite of good potentials for recovery, these rehabilitative measures are underutilized and major barriers are limited availability, geographical distance, high cost and lack of awareness about its benefits. While conventional measures are well engraved, this article review the recent concepts in stroke rehabilitation.

The social and psychological consequences of a natural disaster: A longitudinal study of Hurricane Audrey.

1963 ◽  
Author(s):  
Frederick L. Bates ◽  
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C. W. Fogleman ◽  
V. J. Parenton ◽  
R. H. Pittman ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Longitudinal Study ◽  
Natural Disaster ◽  
Psychological Consequences ◽  
The Social

GENDER STUDIES. THEORY, SCIENTIFIC SCHOOLS, PRACTICE IN THE SOCIAL SCIENCES AND HUMANITIES

2021 ◽  
pp. 170-177
Author(s):  
Marina Yu. Milovanova ◽  
Keyword(s):  
Gender Studies ◽  
Gender Discourse ◽  
Social Sciences And Humanities ◽  
Current Trends ◽  
Scientific Schools ◽  
The Social ◽  
And Gender ◽  
New Research ◽  
Scientific Ideas ◽  
Practical Conference

The article analyzes results of the international scientific and practical conference “Gender Studies. Theory, Scientific schools, Practice” (Moscow, March 4–5, 2021). The geography of the representation of the conference participants showed the relevance of the stated topic in Russian and foreign humanities, and the range of researchers in the humanities – sociologists, historians, cultural scientists, political scientists, psychologists, anthropologists – expressed multi-disciplinarity in the study of gender issues. It presents an analysis of current trends in the gender relations and gender discourse in the political, social, economic and cultural spheres in the context of the formation of a new gender order. Moreover it accumulates the scientific ideas, approaches and new research technologies and adduces the practice of implementing their results. The conference was timed to coincide with the 110th anniversary of the celebration of International Women’s Day–March 8 as a day of solidarity of women in the struggle for their rights.

From the Inside/Out

2011 ◽  
Vol 56 (7) ◽  
pp. 1037-1062 ◽  
Author(s):  
Aida Y. Hass ◽  
Caryn E. Saxon
Keyword(s):  
Criminal Justice ◽  
Restorative Justice ◽  
Social Dynamics ◽  
Prisoner Reentry ◽  
Comprehensive Approach ◽  
The Social ◽  
Attitudes And Perceptions ◽  
Rehabilitative Measures ◽  
Alternative Processes ◽  
Inside Out

The application of criminal justice sanctions is often misguided by a failure to recognize the need for a comprehensive approach in the transformation of offenders into law-abiding citizens. Restorative justice is a growing movement within criminal justice that recognizes the disconnect between offender rehabilitative measures and the social dynamics within which offender reentry takes place. By using restorative approaches to justice, what one hopes of these alternative processes is that the offenders become reconnected to the community and its values, something rarely seen in retributive models in which punishment is imposed and offenders can often experience further alienation from society. In this study, the authors wish to examine factors that contribute to failed prisoner reentry and reintegration and explore how restorative reintegration processes can address these factors as well as the needs, attitudes, and perceptions that help construct and maintain many of the obstacles and barriers returning inmates face when attempting to reintegrate into society.

A review for using swarm intelligence in architectural engineering

2021 ◽  
pp. 147807712110390
Author(s):  
Randa Khalil ◽  
Ahmed El-Kordy ◽  
Hesham Sobh
Keyword(s):  
Performance Evaluation ◽  
Swarm Intelligence ◽  
Objective Functions ◽  
Form Generation ◽  
Architectural Engineering ◽  
Current Trends ◽  
Swarm Algorithms ◽  
The Social ◽  
Occupant Comfort ◽  
And Performance

Swarm intelligence algorithms are natural-inspired computational methods that mimic the social interaction between creatures to solve certain problems. Swarmative computational architecture (SCA) is a novel nomenclature proposed by the authors to present the use of various swarm algorithms in solving architectural problems. It includes three main aspects: form generation/adaptation, performance evaluation, and optimization. This study provides a systematic review and comparative analysis for the major publications within the review scope. The correspondence between dynamic subjects and the objective functions for the optimization process is presented. Particularly, dynamic subjects such as building formation parameters and objective functions such as occupant comfort and energy consumption. The main results and criteria are categorized into the design approach, case study, form generation/adaptation, and performance evaluation/optimization. Finally, this review presents the current trends and highlights the gaps in the use of swarm algorithms to solve architectural engineering problems.

Impact of COVID-19 Lockdown on Lethality of Suicide Cases

2021 ◽  
Vol 17 ◽  
Author(s):  
Asma H Almaghrebi
Keyword(s):  
Saudi Arabia ◽  
Suicide Rate ◽  
Suicide Attempts ◽  
Vulnerable Groups ◽  
Psychological Consequences ◽  
Suicide Methods ◽  
The Social ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Medical City ◽  
Self Immolation

Background: Studies show that the COVID-19 pandemic has promoted distress and stress-related symptoms in the general population. It has also increased the suicide rate in vulnerable groups who cannot handle the social and psychological consequences of the pandemic and the measures in place to halt it. Objective: In this study, we compared the lethality of suicide attempts and the methods chosen between the three months before the COVID-19 pandemic and three months during curfew and lockdown in Saudi Arabia. Methods: This is a retrospective, causal-comparative study conducted at King Saud Medical City in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. A total of 62 suicide attempt cases between January 2020 and June 2020 were included in this study. The scale for assessment of the lethality of suicide attempts (SALSA) was used for comparison, and cross-tabulation was used for the data of suicide methods. Results: There was a significant difference (P = 0.003) in the total SALSA score before and during the COVID-19 lockdown. The scores of lethality of suicide attempts were high during the lockdown. No significant difference was found in the suicide methods selected between the two time periods. However, the use of psychotropic medication overdose and self-immolation were prominent during the lockdown period. Conclusions: Our findings suggest that the lockdown during the COVID-19 pandemic is likely associated with increased lethality of suicide attempts as well as an increased suicide rate. The development of appropriate mental health services is required.

Social Media Use within Project Teams

2016 ◽  
pp. 1238-1258
Author(s):  
Linky Van der Merwe
Keyword(s):  
Social Media ◽  
Best Practice ◽  
Instant Messaging ◽  
Point Of View ◽  
Project Teams ◽  
Current Trends ◽  
The Social ◽  
Social Media Tools ◽  
Use Of Social Media ◽  
Practical Recommendations

This chapter gives practical recommendations about the social media tools and applications for use on projects. It will introduce the reader to the most popular and widely used social media tools and will provide considerations for the selection of the best tools to integrate with projects. Platforms being described from a project management point of view are LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter, Yammer, Google+, Blogs, Wikis, Instant Messaging, YouTube, Webinars, SlideShare, Podcasts and Vodcasts. Best practice recommendations are given for each tool from a project manager as well as a team member perspective. Advice is given about dealing with various challenges such as security concerns and managing the culture change. The current trends that will dictate and influence the use of social media on projects are also discussed.

scholarly journals Home-Based Care for People with Alzheimer’s Disease and Related Dementias (ADRD) during COVID-19 Pandemic: From Challenges to Solutions

2020 ◽  
Vol 17 (24) ◽  
pp. 9303
Author(s):  
Atiqur sm-Rahman ◽  
Chih Hung Lo ◽  
Azra Ramic ◽  
Yasmin Jahan
Keyword(s):  
Alzheimer’S Disease ◽  
Older Adults ◽  
Alzheimer's Disease ◽  
Supporting Evidence ◽  
Psychological Issues ◽  
Home Based ◽  
The Social ◽  
Novel Coronavirus ◽  
Home Based Care ◽  
The Impact

There has been supporting evidence that older adults with underlying health conditions form the majority of the fatal cases in the current novel coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemic. While the impact of COVID-19 is affecting the general public, it is clear that these distressful experiences will be magnified in older adults, particularly people living with Alzheimer’s disease and related dementia (ADRD), making them the most vulnerable group during this time. People with differing degrees of ADRD are especially susceptible to the virus, not only because of their difficulties in assessing the threat or remembering the safety measures, but also because of the likelihood to be subject to other risk factors, such as lack of proper care and psychological issues. Therefore, in this article, we will discuss the challenges related to home-based care for people with ADRD during a pandemic and propose a formulation of systematic solutions to address these challenges and to alleviate the social and economic impact resulting from the crisis.

icct Report, December 2016: Foreign Terrorist Fighters

2016 ◽  
Vol 27 (1-2) ◽  
pp. 148-186
Author(s):  
Tanya Mehra
Keyword(s):  
Human Rights ◽  
Multidisciplinary Approach ◽  
Local Level ◽  
Terrorist Attacks ◽  
Potential Threat ◽  
Policy Responses ◽  
Current Trends ◽  
The Difference ◽  
Rehabilitative Measures

This article is based on a paper which was developed for the Global Counterterrorism Forum’s Foreign Terrorist Fighters (ftf) Working Group. It takes stock of the current trends and dynamics related to the ftf phenomenon and identifies some of the gaps that still need to be addressed. The distinction between home-grown terrorists and (returning) ftfs is fading, the difference between isil/Da’esh inspired or directed terrorist attacks is becoming more fluid and the nexus between terrorism and crime is more prominent, which clearly indicates that terrorism can manifest itself in many different ways. The involvement of returning ftfs in some terrorist attacks is a stark reminder of the potential threat returning ftfs pose. The data also indicates a demographic change with a more prominent role of female ftfs and children being recruited and used in hostilities or involved in terrorist attacks. The current trends underline the need for a comprehensive, tailored and multidisciplinary approach including the involvement of stakeholders at the local level to adequately address the evolving aspects of the ftf phenomenon. This paper provides a short overview of policy responses which can broadly be grouped into preventive, criminal, administrative and rehabilitative measures. The ftf related responses could have several human rights implications and states are encouraged to develop a comprehensive approach to address the ftf phenomenon in full respect of human rights.

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