Research and Reviews: A Journal of Neuroscience
Volume 8, Issue 3 (2018)
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Anatomical Variations in Origin and the Branching Pattern of the Brachial Plexus in Selected Universities of Ethiopia and its Clinical Implication
Abstract: Introduction: Brachial plexus is a key anatomic structure and variations in the form; this plexus is of greatest importance due to the practical significances of this plexus for modern clinical and surgical procedures done in this region. Alongside this background, we aimed to study the variations in the formation and branching pattern of brachial plexus and to observe intercommunications between nerves of this plexus. Material and Methods: This study was …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Neuroscience · Vol. 8, Issue 3, 2018 · pp. 1–8 Read article
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Does Perceived Social Support and Insight Influence Schizophrenic Patients Medication Adherence?
Abstract: Background of the Study: Schizophrenia is a severe form of mental illness affecting most of the adult population. Though the incidence is low, the prevalence is high due to its chronicity. Most of the patients having schizophrenia tend to leave medication at some point of time. Social support and insight found to have influence over patients having schizophrenias' adherence towards medication. Aim: This study was aimed at finding the relationship …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Neuroscience · Vol. 8, Issue 3, 2018 · pp. 12–18 Read article
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Prevalence of Associated Problems among the Mentally Challenged Children in Bangalore
Abstract: Background: Mentally challenged children experience a lot of associated disturbances along with problems of mental retardation. The primary aim of the present study was to identify the associated problems that occur along with the mental retardation among the mentally challenged children in Bangalore, Karnataka, India. Method: Descriptive research design was adopted for the present study. Complete enumeration sampling method was used to select 134 caregivers of mentally challenged children studying …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Neuroscience · Vol. 8, Issue 3, 2018 · pp. 19–23 Read article
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To Study the Effects of CIMT (Constraint-Induced Movement Therapy) Vs. GRASP (Graded Repetitive Arm Supplementary Program) Training in Improvement of Arm and Hand Function in Chronic Stroke Patients: A Comparative Study
Abstract: Stroke is the leading cause of adult disability and inpatient rehabilitation admissions. An estimated 70% of the patients who survive a stroke are unable to use their limbs (UE/LL) independently during the first 3 to 4 weeks post stroke. Patients, who have suffered a stroke, experience loss, uncertainty, and social isolation, as stroke represents a sudden, overwhelming, and fundamental change for the survivor. Personal control over progress, optimism, and fears …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Neuroscience · Vol. 8, Issue 3, 2018 · pp. 24–29 Read article
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Utility of Masked Priming Paradigm in Treatment of Anomic Aphasia: An Exploratory Study
Abstract: The study was carried out with the aim of testing the utility of masked priming paradigm in persons with anomic aphasia. The study was carried in two phases, in the training phase line drawings were used, the participants were asked to observe the prime and focus on the target. Nouns were used as target; the nouns were preceded by primes which were either semantically related or unrelated to the target. …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Neuroscience · Vol. 8, Issue 3, 2018 · pp. 30–33 Read article
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Discourse Abilities in Persons with Psychogenic Disorders
Abstract: The study was carried out with the aim of determining the discourse abilities in neurotypical participants and persons with the psychogenic disorders. 10 neurotypical participants and 5 persons diagnosed with psychogenic disorders were considered. Amongst the 5 persons diagnosed with psychogenic disorders, two participants each were diagnosed with anxiety disorder; schizophrenia and one participant diagnosed with bipolar disorder were considered. Picture description was carried out on the participants, a total …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Neuroscience · Vol. 8, Issue 3, 2018 · pp. 9–11 Read article