Ioana Silistraru, Anamaria Ciubară, R. Soroceanu, Ș. Roșca, A. Ciubotaru, Gabriela Simionescu
{"title":"Phenomenological Study of the Experience of Infertility in Romanian Patients: The Female Perspective","authors":"Ioana Silistraru, Anamaria Ciubară, R. Soroceanu, Ș. Roșca, A. Ciubotaru, Gabriela Simionescu","doi":"10.18662/brain/15.1/560","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.18662/brain/15.1/560","url":null,"abstract":"The subjective experience of infertility, the emotions, thoughts and problems stated in the patients' narratives show that thepsycho-social impact of infertility is real, and patients need permanent support, the recent qualitative studies suggest. Thepresent paper explores the patients' experiences with a diagnosis of female or male infertility from the perspective ofpatients undergoing IVF to become pregnant. The sample included 17 participants, patients of a private reproductivehealth and fertility clinic in Iasi, Romania. Patients were interviewed based on a semi-structured interview guide to obtaininformation about the infertility experience, from diagnosis to IVF procedures, regardless of the therapeutic approach.The data was enriched through observation notes. The data obtained were analyzed from a qualitative perspective, with aphenomenological approach, to describe and interpret the experience of infertility from the patient's perspective tounderstand and deepen the diagnosis's effect on personal, social and couple life. Six theme clusters emerged from thecollected data related to the perceived definition of maternity, the personal infertility story, the array of identifiedemotions, couple dynamics, perceived social support and coping strategies. The body of literature gives increased interestto the biomedical aspect of infertility. However, its completion with information related to the patient's life context and themeanings attributed to it provides relevant data for therapeutic success.","PeriodicalId":504804,"journal":{"name":"BRAIN. Broad Research in Artificial Intelligence and Neuroscience","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-02-06","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"139860922","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Roxana-Cristina Oltenacu, Gabriela Stoleriu, Lucreţia Anghel, I. Chiscop, Anamaria Ciubara
{"title":"Study on the Impact of Depression on the Quality of Life of Patients With Psoriasis","authors":"Roxana-Cristina Oltenacu, Gabriela Stoleriu, Lucreţia Anghel, I. Chiscop, Anamaria Ciubara","doi":"10.18662/brain/15.1/568","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.18662/brain/15.1/568","url":null,"abstract":"Introduction: Psoriasis is a chronic condition with a strong impact on the daily life of patients, especially on relationship life. This paper aims to clarify the impact of depression on the quality of life of patients with moderate psoriasis. Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted on 16 participants with psoriasis from April to May 2023. Patients with psoriasis vulgaris completed self-administered questionnaires which include demographic characteristics, Hamilton Depression Rating Scale (HAM-D) and Dermatological Life Quality Index (DLQI). Data were collected both physically, during periodic checks and online by email. Only 16 patients met the eligibility criteria for study entry. All patients included in the study had moderate psoriasis vulgaris. Exclusion criteria for participation in the study was: current use of psychotropic medications. severe comorbidities or chronic medical conditions and visual, auditory, linguistic, or cognitive impairments. Results: After completed the Hamilton Depression Rating Scale (HAM-D) half of them 8 (50%) had a score lower than 8 (minimal depression) and the other half 8 (50%) between 8-16 (mild depression). 14 (87.5%) of the participants had a DLQI score of more than 10, indicating severe impairment in their quality of life. The results obtained showed a positive correlation between Dermatological Life Quality Index (DLQI) andHamilton Depression Rating Scale (HAM-D). Conclusions: Depressive manifestations significantly influence the quality of life of psoriasis patients analyzed. A multidisciplinary approach in treating the patient with psoriasis is indispensable because it is not only necessary to manage a disease or a \"case\", but also to manage a patient. \u0000 ","PeriodicalId":504804,"journal":{"name":"BRAIN. Broad Research in Artificial Intelligence and Neuroscience","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-02-06","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"139861132","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Comparison of Educational Development Trends in Ukraine and the World","authors":"Anatolii Maksymenko, Olena Otych, Valerii Polishchuk, Yurii Skyba, Nataliia Savchenko, Tetiana Okushko","doi":"10.18662/brain/15.1/542","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.18662/brain/15.1/542","url":null,"abstract":"The article examines the trends in the development of the educational system in recent years in Ukraine and the world in the context of neuropedagogy. Particular attention is paid to the factors that have influenced the strengthening of the role of education in the world, in particular, the strengthening of the state's interest in financing education. The article updates the inextricable connection between the country's economy and the level and quality of education. The author points out the advantages of education support systems in some advanced countries of the world, which can be used as a model experience for domestic educational reform, in particular due to the use of neuropedagogy. The most important trends in the development of education in the world educational space are analyzed. The author notes that the quarter-century experience of the 21st century civilization determines a number of trends according to which it should develop in the future. Among them, for example, the transition of most nations and cultures to market relations is leading in the economy; in politics - to democracy; in social communication - to tolerance; in the general organization of life activities - to an open society and models of sustainable human development, etc. Because education (and science), which prepares a person for independent life, shapes his view on the future development of civilization.","PeriodicalId":504804,"journal":{"name":"BRAIN. Broad Research in Artificial Intelligence and Neuroscience","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-02-06","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"139798401","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Caterina Giosan, A. Ciubară, Gabriela Stoleriu, L. Burlea, Simona Mitincu Caramfil, Anamaria Ciubară
{"title":"Gambling Addiction among Teenagers: Risk Factors, Protective Factors, Prevention","authors":"Caterina Giosan, A. Ciubară, Gabriela Stoleriu, L. Burlea, Simona Mitincu Caramfil, Anamaria Ciubară","doi":"10.18662/brain/15.1/534","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.18662/brain/15.1/534","url":null,"abstract":"Gambling has recently become one of the major public health problems. Although most efforts are focused on adult gamblers, there is growing concern about teenagers and young adults being more vulnerable to gambling addiction. Gambling practices and opportunities have evolved to the point where they are widely available and seen as a socially acceptable form of entertainment while becoming increasingly attractive to young people. My aim in this paper was to identify risk factors, protective factors in gambling addiction in adolescents, and prevention methods for this type of addiction. With the help of data obtained from studies and specialized literature, I was able to highlight the most important features of this addiction among teenagers. Male sex, young age, alcohol and drug consumption, depression, and poor academic performance were identified as risk factors for gambling. In terms of protective factors, parental supervision, and high socioeconomic status are recognized. Considering that there is a significant prevalence of adolescent gambling and numerous adverse effects associated with it, prevention efforts such as awareness programs and a healthy family environment can be helpful.","PeriodicalId":504804,"journal":{"name":"BRAIN. Broad Research in Artificial Intelligence and Neuroscience","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-02-06","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"139799475","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
O. Tița, Anamaria Ciubară, M. Tița, M. A. Constantinescu, A. Ciubară
{"title":"The Influence of Bioactive Compounds in Food Products","authors":"O. Tița, Anamaria Ciubară, M. Tița, M. A. Constantinescu, A. Ciubară","doi":"10.18662/brain/15.1/563","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.18662/brain/15.1/563","url":null,"abstract":"Demand for healthy and nutritious food is growing worldwide. The aim is to produce food products that not only satisfy the need for food but also provide many nutritional benefits to the health of the consumer. The current study aims to produce a food product with high nutritional value. For this purpose, a fresh cow's milk cheese was fortified with grape powder. The amount of powder added was different, with 3 samples plus a control sample in which no powder was added. The resulting products were sensory analysed to determine consumer acceptability. The samples were also analysed physico-chemically and enzymatically, measuring pH, lactose and lactic acid content over a storage period of 14 days. Fresh cow's cheese samples with added grape powder obtained superior results compared to the control sample during the whole storage period. The grape powder added to fresh cow's cheese positively influenced the sensory and enzymatic characteristics of the finished product.","PeriodicalId":504804,"journal":{"name":"BRAIN. Broad Research in Artificial Intelligence and Neuroscience","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-02-06","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"139800021","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Determining the Connection Between Creativity in Pupils and Teachers","authors":"D. Doktorová, A. Baranovská","doi":"10.18662/brain/15.1/569","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.18662/brain/15.1/569","url":null,"abstract":"In the research, we focus on the issue of creativity in school classrooms, especially on the connection between creativity in students and their teachers. The work aims to find whether there is a statistically significant connection between the variables or if the variables are related. The Torrance Figural Test of Creative Thinking (TTCT) and its subtest - Repeated Figures - are used to measure creativity. The research sample in our research consists of 104 students from the ages of 10 to 12 and 11 teachers. In the results, we found that the relationship between students' creativity and the creativity of their teachers is not statistically significant.\u0000 ","PeriodicalId":504804,"journal":{"name":"BRAIN. Broad Research in Artificial Intelligence and Neuroscience","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-02-06","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"139800565","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"The Contribution of Systemic Modelling and of Early Maladaptive Schema in Psychiatric Expertise","authors":"Bogdan Pavlovici","doi":"10.18662/brain/15.1/556","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.18662/brain/15.1/556","url":null,"abstract":"There are limits in international classifications like DSM 5, CIM 10, which are periodically updated in order to adapt to the constantly changing psychiatric field. \u0000Furthermore, the DSM 5 does not allow the mention of a personality disorder before 18 years of age. \u0000The modelling proposed by Jeffrey Young-American psychologist-, that of « early maladaptive schema » provide a way out of stagnation by bringing vulnerabilities to the forefront. These may, from an expertal viewpoint, explain some psychological processes that may lead to delinquent behaviours or become fertile ground for agression and development of psychological trauma. \u0000The modelling proposed by various systemic theory scientists allows for a more in depth explanation of progressive build-up of a pathology through repeat dysfunctional systemic interactions. \u0000This contribution is very useful in judicial but also familial expertise. \u0000I will illustrate my remarks through two clinical studies.","PeriodicalId":504804,"journal":{"name":"BRAIN. Broad Research in Artificial Intelligence and Neuroscience","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-02-06","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"139801315","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Some Aspects Regarding the Psychology of the Surgical Patient","authors":"D. Voicu, Constantin Popazu, D. Stan, Ş. Burlea","doi":"10.18662/brain/15.1/565","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.18662/brain/15.1/565","url":null,"abstract":"The need for a medical consultation always generates an unpleasant sensation, which becomes more accentuated, when the doctor is a surgeon. The surgeon is next to the dentist, gynecologist and psychiatrist, the doctor to whom the patient turns with the greatest fear. The operative indication and the discussion of therapeutic perspectives can trigger a psycho-emotional imbalance, leading to tomophobia. In fact, it is a complex psychological reaction, including odynophobia (fear of pain), dysmorphophobia (fear of postoperative bodily sequelae), hypnophobia (fear of anesthetic sleep, from which one could not wake up), trypanophobia (fear of injections, needles, scalpel), pantophobia (fear of everything that happens around, in this case, in the hospital environment) and above all, thanatophobia (fear of death). Therefore, it can be stated that the surgical intervention is a test of the psycho-affective capacity. \u0000The paper presents the authors' experience in 20 years (2002-2021), related to the psychological management of surgical patients, subjected to medium or large-scale surgical interventions (75% performed in emergency mode), in 958 patients. \u0000Mental stress can have consequences, both on the reactivity of the surgical patient and on his postoperative evolution. In the time crunch and in the absence of a psychologist, available to offer specific advice on medical objectives, the management of perioperative anxiety rests with the surgeon and the nursing staff.","PeriodicalId":504804,"journal":{"name":"BRAIN. Broad Research in Artificial Intelligence and Neuroscience","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-02-06","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"139801550","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Psycho-emotional Problems Of Young Mothers During The Pandemic","authors":"Maria Stefania Manolache","doi":"10.18662/brain/15.1/543","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.18662/brain/15.1/543","url":null,"abstract":"Given the curtailment of social interactions and social bans due to the COVID 19 pandemic, this article highlights the needs that a young mother had during this time. Based on the results of my research during the pandemic, the consequences of social isolation and changes in the lives of new mothers can have serious psycho-emotional consequences, affecting their cognitive and socio-emotional development in the long term. \u0000Most of all, during this period, young mothers needed to be seen, listened to, understood, helped. They needed to feel that they are not going through this situation alone, that they are with parents, friends, other mothers like them, who face the same problems, who face the same fears, anxieties, worries, who have the same needs in this period. \u0000The research carried out by me between January and March 2022 consists of discussions with 75 young mothers whom I asked to tell me what they felt and what difficulties they felt during this period of the pandemic and her new status, that of mother. This revealed that their predominant moods were – fear, worry, sadness, Indifference from friends, loneliness and confidence.","PeriodicalId":504804,"journal":{"name":"BRAIN. Broad Research in Artificial Intelligence and Neuroscience","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-02-06","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"139801760","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Yuliia Lakhmotova, O. Sadovets, O. Orlovska, Olena Martynyuk, Viktoriia Myroshnychenko, Liudmyla Lebedieva
{"title":"Distance Learning of a Foreign Language in the Context of Neuropedagogical Factors","authors":"Yuliia Lakhmotova, O. Sadovets, O. Orlovska, Olena Martynyuk, Viktoriia Myroshnychenko, Liudmyla Lebedieva","doi":"10.18662/brain/15.1/539","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.18662/brain/15.1/539","url":null,"abstract":"The relevance of the article lies in the fact that in our time, the organization of distance learning when learning a foreign language is extremely relevant. \u0000The purpose of the article: to find out the main terms and forms of distance learning; consider the features of online education; explore platforms for the convenient organization of online learning; highlight the advantages and disadvantages of distance learning when learning a foreign language as an aspect of neuropedagogical training. \u0000Work methods: compare the analysis of literary sources on the research problem; to systematize the researched; compare the benefits of distance learning. \u0000The novelty of using mobile technologies, which is extremely effective and necessary when learning a foreign language online. \u0000Results: synchronous, asynchronous and mixed learning are distinguished among distance learning forms. E-learning is a basic form that has both advantages and disadvantages. Blackboard is widely used among e-learning platforms. \u0000Conclusion: the role of the teacher who uses interactive forms of learning for mobile learning has changed. The Internet provides a wide selection of modern materials for learning a foreign language. Students and teachers accept online education with desire and interest, increase their information and communication competence. Physical activity is necessary for long-term work on educational platforms.","PeriodicalId":504804,"journal":{"name":"BRAIN. Broad Research in Artificial Intelligence and Neuroscience","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-02-06","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"139801985","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}