Showing 8 results for Function
Shima Ghalamzan, Mokhtar Malekpour, Ahmad Abedi,
Volume 4, Issue 2 (6-2014)
Abstract
This study was to Efficacy of Attention Games on the Rate of Executive Function and Attention of Children with Neuropsychological Learning Disabilities. for this purpose 20 preschool children with Neuropsychological Learning Disabilities that were selected using multistage random sampling (each group consist of 10 children).The design was experimental and attention games was performed in experimental group .The instrument of this research included neuropsychological test of NEPSY, Raven Progressive matrices , Conners test .data was analyzed by Multivariate. Findings indicate that attention games can effect on the rate of Executive Function and Attention of children with Neuropsychological Learning Disabilities. Results of Multivariate has shown that Attention Games in Executive Function and Attention in preschool children from statistical point of view is meaningfull.
Mohammad Reza Maleki, Seid Jamalaldin Tabibi, Amir Ashkan Nasiri Poor, Erfan Kharazmi,
Volume 4, Issue 2 (6-2014)
Abstract
Summery:
One of the latest methods for analysis of structural complexity is, Design Structure Matrix which has been used and has been given, lots of attention in academic and scientific centers in recent years. This project was undertaken in order to reveal the structural complexity of Frirooz Abad (Fars Province) Healthcare network.
This analytical research has descriptive and realistic dimensions. At first, by studying the functions of present network and organization, the current structure was extracted. Then the direct and indirect dependencies of each sector and units were analyzed. The results of these dependencies in house of quality proof were used in Quality Function Deployment Techniques to generate the current system which is an amalgamation of the two methods mentioned above.
Based on our findings, we can give all the responsibilities of the network campaign (Setade Shabake) to the central healthcare system (Markaz Behdasht) and remove it from that system. The mixture of the two mentioned techniques can change the organizational structure of central healthcare system which is dependent on productivity and change it in to a division or a branch. And at the same time, hospital mechanical bureaucracy can change into a professional bureaucracy. However, the organizational structure of emergency centers won’t go through any dramatic changes. Finally, the structure of healthcare network will be of a hybrid one. Combination of the mentioned techniques by modifying the organizational structure without any changes to network functions will lead to a flexible structure that can answer the demands of those who benefit from it.
Sepideh Boojari, Hojatolah Haghgoo, Reza Rostami, Sahar Ghanbari, Samaneh Nematollahi,
Volume 6, Issue 3 (6-2016)
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Children with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder have deficiency in many aspects of cognitive functions and quality of life (QOL). The study aimed to examine the relationship between cognitive functions and quality of life in children with Attention Deficit and Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). This analytical study is a correlation one. 60 participants were chosen according to statistical formula. Participants were evaluated using the Wechsler Intelligence Scale for Children Revised edition (WISC-R). Their cognitive functions and quality of life (QOL) were assessed by Cognitive Assessment System (CAS), Continuous Performance Test plus Integrated Visual/Auditory (CPT+IVA) and Pediatric Quality of Life inventory (Pads 4.0) Generic Core Scale. After analyzing data a significant correlation was found between attention and school functioning of QOL in all grades, separately. Furthermore, significant correlations were found among full scale attentions of CPT+tIVA test with psychosocial functioning and also total score of QOL, in grade 2 and in grade 5, as well Social Functioning in two grades children. Also significant correlations were found among simultaneous subscale of CAS and emotional, social and psychosocial functioning of QOL, in grade 4. Cognitive functions of children with ADHD have effects on some domains of QOL.
Seyedeh Roghayeh Noorani Jurjadeh, Ali Mashhadi, Zahra Tabibi, Farzan Kheirkhah,
Volume 8, Issue 3 (4-2018)
Abstract
Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a neuro-developmental disorder which was diagnosed by three features including: attention deficit, hyperactivity and impulsivity. This study aimed to determine the effect of executive function training based on daily life on reducing symptoms and improving adaptive skills in children with ADHD. 16 children aged 7-10 years old with ADHD were selected by random sampling method from clients of the department of psychiatry in Babol hospital and were divided randomly into experimental and control groups (n=8). Subjects were assessed in two steps at pretest and posttest by SNAP-IV and Barkley Functional Impairment Scale Children and Adolescents (BFIS-CA). The intervention group received 11 training sessions (1 hour in each session) with their mothers. The research findings showed that subjects of the experimental group had significant reduction in posttest scores of SNAP-IV scale than the control group. Significant reduction was observed in the scores of BFIS scale in the experimental group for both Home-school impairment and Community-Leisure impairment subtests. According to findings executive function training based on daily life leads to reduce ADHD symptoms and improve adaptive skills in children with ADHD. It is concluded that executive functions training based on daily life for ease of use and the applicability of its methods can be used in different situations such as home and school for reducing symptoms and improving adaptive skills in children with ADHD.
Hossein Shareh, Zahra Robati, Elham Haghi,
Volume 9, Issue 7 (11-2019)
Abstract
Background: Infertility is one of the major problems in reproductive health. This research was carried out to evaluate the relationship between infertility, attachment, identity, sexual function, and sexual self-esteem in married women.
Methods: In this causal-comparative and correlational study, 300 voluntary married women (fertile=150, infertile=150) in Mashhad were selected through random sampling in 2019. Collins and Read’s Revised Adult Attachment Scale, Identity Style Inventory, Female Sexual Function Index, and Sexual Self-Esteem Index for Women-Short Form were used to gather data. Data were analyzed using a t-test, Pearson correlation coefficient, and regression analysis with SPSS-24 software(p<0.05).
Results: There was a significant difference between sexual function and sexual self-esteem of the fertile and infertile women (P=0.000). Also, the results demonstrated that there was a significant relationship between a sexual function with attachment styles and identity status in women. There was a significant relationship between sexual self-esteem and the status of identity (all p<0.05).
Conclusion: It can be concluded that infertility can have a significant impact on sexual function. Moreover, there is a significant relationship between attachment and identity styles with sexual function and sexual self-esteem.
Shohreh Tofighian, Ali Khanehkeshi, Kolsoom Akbarnataj Bisheh,
Volume 11, Issue 4 (6-2021)
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Background: Multiple Sclerosis (MS) is affected by cognitive and emotional factors. The aim of this study was to investigate the relationship between sensitivity to anxiety and executive functions and the Quality of Life (QoL) of MS patients using path analysis.
Methods: This descriptive correlational research was done on all patients with MS in Gorgan MS Association in 2020. The sample size was considered to be 290 people according to the sample selection formula and based on the values obtained from the previous study selected by simple random sampling. To collect data, the Executive Functions Questionnaire of Nejati (2013), QoL questionnaire of McGuigan & Hutchinson (2004), and Sensitivity to Anxiety Questionnaires of Taylor and Cox (1998) were used. Path analysis with SPSS v. 18 and AMOS v. 23 software was used to analyze the data.
Results: The results showed that the executive functions had a positive relationship with QoL in MS patients and sensitivity to anxiety had a negative relationship with QoL in MS patients. Also, mediating role of the anxiety sensitivity variable in the relationship between executive functions with QoL in MS patients was confirmed (P≤0.01).
Conclusion: The present study indicated the importance of cognitive factors, such as executive functions, and emotional factors, such as sensitivity to anxiety in explaining the QoL in MS patients.
Seyed Esmaeil Mousavi Haghighi, Ali Pooladi Rishehri1,, Seyed Asghar Mousavi,
Volume 12, Issue 3 (5-2022)
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Background: Dysfunctional families suffer from poor communication, negative relationships, and countless conflicts. Achieving goals is challenging in such families and requires significant energy. The present study aims to investigate the effectiveness of acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) and integrated behavioral couples therapy (IBCT) in improving intimacy and family functioning in divorce-seeking couples in Bushehr City, Iran in 2020.
Methods: This was a quasi-experimental study based on a pretest-posttest design with a control group. The study population consisted of all married couples applying for a divorce in Bushehr City, Iran. A total of 45 couples were selected as the sample through convenience sampling and were randomly and equally assigned to three groups. The research instruments included, Walker and Thompson intimacy scale, and the McMaster family assessment device. The data were statistically analyzed by univariate and multivariate analysis of covariance via SPSS software. The Bonferroni post hoc test was used to determine the mean difference between the groups.
Results: The results showed a significant difference between ACT and IBCT groups with the control group in the posttest scores for intimacy and family functioning (P<0.001). Moreover, there was no significant difference between ACT and IBCT in improving intimacy and family functioning in divorce-seeking couples.
Conclusion: Based on the results of the present study, both ACT and IBCT can be used for improving intimacy and family functioning between divorce-seeking couples.
Azade Derayat, Tahereh Baloochi Beydokhti, Mahmood Reza Mottaghy, Saeed Khayat Kakhki, Leila Sadeghmoghadam,
Volume 13, Issue 5 (8-2023)
Abstract
Background: The prevalence of cognitive disorders among older individuals is considered to be one of the most significant and controversial health problems. This study was conducted to determine the effect of Superbrain yoga exercises on older adults’ cognitive status.
Methods: This is a randomized controlled clinical trial conducted on 60 older adults who were referred to centers of comprehensive health services in Khaf City in 2020. The participants were selected by random allocation and randomly divided into two groups (30 people equally in both groups). The mini-mental status examination was used to assess cognitive status, which was completed at the beginning and end of the intervention. Subjects, after obtaining a score of 21 to 23 from the above questionnaire, were placed in two intervention and control groups. The intervention group performed superbrain yoga exercises three days a week for one month. Data analysis was done by SPSS software, version 20 software using independent t-test, and Kolmogorov-Smirnov, chi-square, and Mann-Whitney U tests.
Results: The mean score of the mini-mental status examination in the intervention group was higher than in the control group before the intervention (P=0.009). A comparison of the score of the mini-mental status examination after the intervention showed that the score of the intervention group was higher than the control group (P<0.001). Also, the comparison of the mean score of the groups after the intervention showed that the scores of the intervention group increased compared to before the intervention (P<0.001).
Conclusion: Superbrain yoga exercises have a positive effect on the cognitive status of older adults with mild cognitive impairment; thus, it is recommended to prevent cognitive disorders and improve the cognitive status of these people.
