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Open Access Original Research

Influence of Teachers’ Secondary Traumatic Symptoms on Their Burnout, Compassion Fatigue, and Intentions to Resign in Low Socioeconomic Status Schools

Received: 09 September 2024;  Published: 24 March 2025;  doi: 10.21926/obm.icm.2501016

Abstract

The current study explored the adverse outcomes of secondary traumatic symptoms experienced by secondary school teachers on their compassion fatigue, burnout, sense of satisfaction, and intention to resign from the teaching profession in low SES schools in the United States context. The study was in [...]

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Open Access Original Research

A Pilot Study of a School-Based Yoga and Mindfulness Program for Girls

Received: 15 August 2024;  Published: 18 March 2025;  doi: 10.21926/obm.icm.2501015

Abstract

Schools have made commendable efforts to incorporate yoga and mindfulness programs to address the wellbeing of students; however, research on the efficacy of school-based yoga and mindfulness programs is still in its infancy, particularly with school-aged students at risk of developing e [...]

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Open Access Original Research

How Viniyoga Supports Health and Healing

Received: 17 January 2025;  Published: 14 March 2025;  doi: 10.21926/obm.icm.2501014

Abstract

In this qualitative study, the impact of therapeutic Viniyoga on health and healing was explored from the perspective of 14 Viniyoga therapists who were interviewed on their perceptions of how yoga therapy contributes to the health and healing of their clients. A philosophical definition of Therapeu [...]

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Open Access Original Research

Exploring Farmers’ Motivators and Barriers to Adopting Stress Management Behaviors

Received: 30 September 2024;  Published: 05 March 2025;  doi: 10.21926/obm.icm.2501013

Abstract

Farmers experience high levels of stress, with negative sequelae including physical illness, depression, anxiety, and suicide. Despite this, farmers are often reluctant to adopt stress management behaviors. This study collected survey data on motivators and barriers to stress management behavior cha [...]

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Open Access Case Report

Therapeutic Use of Auto-Induced Cognitive Trance in a Chronic Pain Setting: A Case Study Using Mixed Methodology

Received: 14 August 2024;  Published: 05 March 2025;  doi: 10.21926/obm.icm.2501012

Abstract

Auto-induced cognitive trance (AICT) is a method for voluntarily entering modified state of consciousness. The therapeutic implications of AICT are still unknown. Since complementary approaches based on modified states of consciousness are recognized to be beneficial for patients suffering from chro [...]

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Open Access Original Research

Parenting Behavior and Early Childhood Mental Health: Cortisol Awakening Response as a Moderator of Child Internalizing and Externalizing

Received: 02 September 2024;  Published: 04 March 2025;  doi: 10.21926/obm.icm.2501011

Abstract

Certain observable parenting behaviors contribute to the risk of children developing internalizing and externalizing problems. Yet parenting behaviors do not affect all children uniformly and effects may depend on identifiable child characteristics. One factor is a child’s biological sensitivity to [...]

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Open Access Editorial

Neuroinflammation in Chronic Pain, Treatment with Topical and Nontraditional Therapies

Received: 09 February 2025;  Published: 10 February 2025;  doi: 10.21926/obm.icm.2501010

Abstract

Medicines used in pain and chronic pain are aimed at relieving neuroinflammation. This neuroinflammation can occur in the brain, brain stem, dorsal root ganglion and other sites. What causes neuroinflammation? Why does this neuroinflammation last for years? Are there cures for neuroinflammation?

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Open Access Research Article

Evaluating Screening Guidelines for Disruptive Behavior Problems in Children: A Systematic Review of the Accuracy of Parents’ Concerns

Received: 31 May 2024;  Published: 08 February 2025;  doi: 10.21926/obm.icm.2501009

Abstract

Disruptive behavior problems (DBPs) in young children are early indicators of potential disruptive behavior disorders (DBD), which can lead to negative health and social outcomes. Secondary prevention strategies that target DBPs may facilitate early interventions and reduce these risks. Current Cana [...]

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Open Access Research Article

“More Attentive to My Wellness”: Reported Experiences of Academic Nurse Faculty and Staff in the Early Months of the Pandemic

Received: 02 July 2024;  Published: 26 January 2025;  doi: 10.21926/obm.icm.2501008

Abstract

The COVID-19 pandemic presented major changes for individuals working in nursing academia. While university faculty and staff encountered many challenges, the pandemic also presented new opportunities. The purpose of this study was to determine how the early months of the COVID-19 pandemic impacted [...]

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Open Access Review

The Cost-Effectiveness of Mindfulness-Based Interventions for Medical Students: A Scoping Review

Received: 16 August 2024;  Published: 23 January 2025;  doi: 10.21926/obm.icm.2501007

Abstract

This scoping review aims to understand the available research and the quality of evidence about the cost-effectiveness of mindfulness-based interventions when applied to the medical student context. There is considerable literature pertaining to the application of mindfulness-based interventions in [...]

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