Teachers on Self-CareAbstract Teachers face at-work risk factors including compassion fatigue, burnout, dealing with violence, and a teacher shortage. A review of the literature shows that self-care can have positive benefits that mitigate and help to buffer these at-work risk factors This study examines teachers’ stories of sel [...] 23 200 |
Influence of Teachers’ Secondary Traumatic Symptoms on Their Burnout, Compassion Fatigue, and Intentions to Resign in Low Socioeconomic Status SchoolsAbstract 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 [...] 121 599 |
A Pilot Study of a School-Based Yoga and Mindfulness Program for GirlsAbstract 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 [...] 88 472 |
How Viniyoga Supports Health and HealingAbstract 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 [...] 89 762 |
Exploring Farmers’ Motivators and Barriers to Adopting Stress Management BehaviorsAbstract 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 [...] 141 699 |
Therapeutic Use of Auto-Induced Cognitive Trance in a Chronic Pain Setting: A Case Study Using Mixed Methodologyby
Gaëtan Collignon
,
Aminata Bicego
,
Marie-Elisabeth Faymonville
,
Olivia Gosseries
,
Vincent Bonhomme
,
Dominique Dive
,
Corine Sombrun
,
Antoine Bioy
and
Audrey Vanhaudenhuyse
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 [...] 118 763 |
Parenting Behavior and Early Childhood Mental Health: Cortisol Awakening Response as a Moderator of Child Internalizing and Externalizingby
Nicole E. Mahrer
,
Gabrielle R. Rinne
,
Christine M. Guardino
,
Danielle A. Swales
,
Madeleine Ullman Shalowitz
,
Sharon Landesman Ramey
and
Christine Dunkel Schetter
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 [...] 162 678 |
Neuroinflammation in Chronic Pain, Treatment with Topical and Nontraditional TherapiesAbstract 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? 142 728 |
Evaluating Screening Guidelines for Disruptive Behavior Problems in Children: A Systematic Review of the Accuracy of Parents’ ConcernsAbstract 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 [...] 191 902 |
“More Attentive to My Wellness”: Reported Experiences of Academic Nurse Faculty and Staff in the Early Months of the Pandemicby
Cheryl Armstrong
,
Katarina Friberg-Felsted
,
Jennifer Macali
,
Jennifer Clifton
and
Sara E. Simonsen
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 [...] 160 940 |