An analysis of the validity of the Health Belief and Health Action Process Approach theoretical models of health related behaviour in relation to research evidence of the actual behaviour of individuals who engage in excessive alcohol consumption. ... The likelihood of stopping the behaviour would be greater still if the individual was health motivated (wished to preserve their health) and had experienced some cues to action (e.g. a health warning from a doctor or the realisation of a decline in their health). ... A main application for health models is the understandi...

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" Psychologists that use the study of nomothetic information are positivists and "are mainly concerned with studying what we share with others" (McLeod). ... Each study is concerned with different traits of human nature. ... Allport, has written an entire study on the idea of combining the studies. ... In his book, Towards Real Persons: Clinical Judgement and Philosophy of Psychiatry, he states, "Mental health care raises as many conceptual as empirical issues. ... Therefore, both idiographic and nomothetic studies must be included when studying the behaviors of an individu...

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A feasibility study revealed that the population in these two quadrants consisted largely of single-parent families. Many families struggled with issues such as poverty, violence, health and mental health concerns. ... At the time there was a shortage of schools, health centres and mental health services. ... A study by Miller, Slive and Protinsky (1997) reports satisfaction with the reception (85%), clarity of forms (84%), team approach (80%), and therapist explanation of confidentiality (95%). Results of an outcome study by Miller and Slive (in process) indicates that about two thirds of ...

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She also completed master's level studies in community health nursing at Rush university in Chicago. ... Health Model There are a number of health models available to assist individuals with changing problem behaviors. The health model that I chose to use was the developed by Nola Pender and is called the Health Promotion Model. ... On the other hand, getting a good grade on a test as the result of studying is an example of an extrinsic factor. ... Health-Promoting Behavior is the end-point of the Health Promotion Model. ...

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The struggles of refugee life often lead to mental health disorders and substance abuse. ... The combination of deprivation, stress and limited access to health care means that refugees and asylum seekers have special mental health needs, which leaves young people and children particularly at risk (Mills, 2012). ... In a study of 120 Cambodian refugee women, alcohol was reported to be used to cope with nervousness, stress, insomnia or pain (emotional and physical). ... They become aware of symptoms or impairments and wish to refer them to specialized mental health services. ... It is helpful t...

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Research methods and the significance of the study on the effects of abortion on mental health The research methods used to examine the effects of abortion on mental health are the randomized experimental designs where there is a rigorously defined control, independent, and outcome variables. ... The significance of studying the effects of abortion on the mental health of a woman is the awareness to the public on how to weigh their options when choosing to participate in abortion. ... The study covers the area of psychology in the assessment of human mental health and psychological treatment....

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Data Collection Three variables were used in the study. ... These included structural-parental health literacy and demographics. The other two dependant variables were perceived notion of health (perception of health weight) and perceived behavioural control (perceived parental efficacy). ... However, limitations may not lack from the study. ... This will help the health care providers to offer useful advice to the parents. ...

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If Roger comes in and says he is having trouble studying, it is very likely that the behaviorist will agree with him based on the observable evidence and come up with a reinforcement contingency of some sort to correct his "problem". ... This means that while the behaviorist may address the problem and possibly even find a way to get Roger studying and into business school, he most likely will not be able to address the issue of whether or not Roger should be in business at all; or if indeed he should pursue his music interests. ... For example, there is a possibility that Roger could be much ...

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(Statistics Canada,2011) Studies have shown that the children whom grow up in these situations are affected in many ways, both positive and negative. ... The last factor being looked at will be the child's health. ... In one presented study, families were called randomly and interviewed via telephone and either the husband or wife was selected for each call. ... Lastly, vaguely briefed on in the introduction are the effects of a missing parent in a child's life and their mental and physical health state. ... Emphasized in the article by DiVerniero ,"several longitudinal studie...

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The time frame in which the loss occurs and how the individual reacts to it has been the subject of many research studies. ... Studies have found a correlation between prolactin levels in men and women in response to stressful situations. ... By using twin studies, the genetic influence is alleviated and gender influences can be evaluated. ... Elderly men show an increase in various health issues after the death of a spouse, including mortality, and they also show an increase in depression (OConnor et al, 2001). ... Health of an individual throughout the grief process and after...

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Mercola's article Mental Health Disorders Now Leading Cause of Non-Fatal Illness Worldwide, he indicated '' according to a recent study published in The Lancet, mental disorders and substance abuse combined were the leading cause of non-fatal illness worldwide in 2010, contributing nearly 23 percent of the total global disease burden''(1). ... According to Bethesda, she addresses that '' a mental illness can be defined as a health condition that changes a person's thinking, feelings, or behavior (or all three) and that causes the person distress and ...

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Several studies have been conducted by researchers, scientists and pediatricians to explore the relationship between aggressive behaviors displayed by children and violence on television. ... Various studies have concluded that the children watching violence on television have a greater probability of exhibiting aggressive behavior towards others in real life. ... A report from NIMH - National Institute of Mental Health - confirms the immense influence of television on behavior. Base on the evidence from 2500 studies carried out in different nations (Methvin, January 1983), the research commun...

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Recently, more and more people have been regarding the health growth of young people, some authorities think the healthy growth of younger has not only about body but also it is important to psychology. ... With the development of the modern society, and the strengthen of competition, most of people have some questions in psychological health, including those who are studying in high schools. ... Therefore, it will bring them some negative effect so as to affect their mood or psychological health, even or their body. ...

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" That is an excerpt from a 2011 CNN documentary showing the rot in Kenya's mental health system. There are an estimated 3 million, mostly poor, Kenyans living with a mental health problem, according to Non-Government organizations and United Nations figures. ... Not forgetting that there are too few specialists with mental health training and too many gaps existing in mental health provision. ... It is a heartbreaking situation and the story of many mental health patients and health facilities too. ... By studying Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology in Anna Maria College, I will...

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Self-Efficacy is a salient predictor of intention and behaviour change and underlines its relevance of inclusion in all prominent health behaviour theories (Oei and Morawska, 2004). ... Exclusion Criterion A small number of subjects were dismissed from this study due to missing data and subjects being on a postgraduate course. ... A total of 37 students were included in the weekly alcohol consumption versus year of study (fig. 2) the mean age was 26 years. ... Three addressed components of self-efficacy Year of Study Mean (units of alcohol) Std. ... Weekly alcohol consumption (Units) Discu...

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To see how Sociologist, Anthropologist, and Psychologist would look into the topic we first must understand what each one studies. Anthropologists study the origin, the behavior, and the physical, social, and cultural development of humans. Sociologists study human social behavior, especially the study of the origins, organization, institutions, and development of human society. Psychologists study mental processes and behavior. ... Both of which are considerable worse for you health wise. ...

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Compared to Western countries, Filipinos are not really enticed and show little importance when it comes to studying mental or psychological health. However, it is good to spend money and look out for our mental health just like the way we take good care of our physical well-being. There is absolutely nothing wrong with taking care of our emotions, feelings, thoughts, and everything that comprises our mental health. ... Everyone should be given the opportunity to take or undergo these psychological tests in order to increase awareness of the importance of mental health and more importantly, so...

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The experimental method explores cause and effect of the study (David G. ... s study. ... The aim of the study was to investigate the effect roles can have on behavior (Mark Holah, 2008). ... Some examine educational programs to determine their effectiveness; assist companies hire and train workers, and organize public awareness campaigns, such as efforts to improve public health. ... Clinical psychology aims to understand, treat and prevent psychological distress and dysfunction thus to encourage good health, good adaptive thinking and a healthy lifestyle. ...

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Studies also suggest that exercise can improve or maintain some aspects of cognitive function, such as the ability to shift quickly between tasks, plan an activity, and ignore irrelevant information. ... Some of these studies have examined changes in cognition within the normal range, whereas others have asked whether lifestyle factors reduce the risk or delay the onset of age-associated diseases such as Alzheimer. ... Regular physical activity and exercise are important to the physical and mental health of almost everyone, including older adults. Staying physically active and exercising re...

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To date, there have only been three to four days where I have had time for myself to do activities that I enjoy, as the majority of my time has been spent studying and completing assignments. ... In doing so, I would be able to perform tasks more efficiently while maintaining my health at the same time. ... Myers and the article I will use is The Stress of the Transition to University: A Longitudinal Study of Psychological Disturbance, Absent-Mindedness and Vulnerability to Homesickness by Shirley Fisher and Bruce Hood. ... It also analyzes how we can cope with and reduce stress to promote o...

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The authors discussed their population and their study and how they went about getting these groups of people together. They named the sessions "worry reduction classes" because they thought that the older adults whom they were targeting would resist services labeled as mental health treatment. ... However, there are weaknesses to their study. ... The greatest strength of the study is that it was the first psychotherapy outcome study to date to randomize older adults with a diagnosed anxiety disorder to alternative interventions or to a waiting period to control for spontaneous recovery. .....

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MOTHER LOVE IN INFANCY AND CHILDHOOD IS AS IMPORTANT FOR MAENTAL HEALTH AS ARE VITAMINS AND PROTEINS FOR PHYSICAL HEALTH' (BOWLBY 1953). ... These consisted of; Bowlby's own work on juvenile thieves, Goldfarb's study of institutionalised children, imprinting, the work of Lorenz and Harlow's work on rhesus monkeys. ... In the mid 1940's Bowlby worked in a clinic for disturbed adolescents, it was here that he decided to do his own study with forty-four juvenile thieves. ... It is said that in his study of juvenile thieves, his sample was biased, he chose from a target ...

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The National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) identifies depression, rage, mania, low tolerance as characteristics of early onset bipolar disorder. ... According to the National Institute of Mental Health, only in the past 20 or so years has depression in children been taken seriously. ...

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Introduction Despite the erroneous origins of the term race and its modern usurpation by advanced studies in biological anthropology, American society at large (and elsewhere) and mental health professionals continue to place great cultural and psychological value on the term. ... It is maintained in this paper that the current usage of the term race, as perpetuated by clients, professionals, and systems in the mental health profession, is outdated, misleading, and sometimes destructive. ... A Call to Reform How does the biological illumination on the nature and reality of race affect the me...

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(Corales) Certain advancements in nuclear medicine are helping make progress in the treatment of the Post Traumatic Stress Disorder examples of the advancement are Neuroimaging, Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), Positron emission tomography (PET) In years of studies advances in neuroimaging has been better understood the studies of neurophysiology of post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), studies have shown dysfunction and volume changes of the medial prefrontal cortex and hippocampus many changes in the regional cerebral blood flow (rCBF). ...

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