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Article in English | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-38492193

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In this article, we attempt to integrate and further develop conceptual ideas about functions of small groups and the informal subgroups that arise within them in relation to their respective members, namely, the functions of: (1) creating possibilities for realizing individual goals and meeting individual needs; (2) providing protection from external and intragroup social threats; (3) providing information to members; (4) educating members; (5) providing adaptive capacities to members; and (6) providing control and regulation. First, drawing on a functional analysis, we defined the concept of "function." Next, we touched upon such issues as: the essence of each function; conditions for implementing the functions; the difference between an informal subgroup and a small group in how they implement the functions for their respective members; the effects of implementing the functions; and the related dysfunctions. This versatile account of the functions that small groups and informal subgroups implement in relation to their members allowed us to expand our understanding of these functions and their effects on attitudes, activities and the development of group (subgroup) members, as well as of some aspects of group and subgroup processes and performance. We conclude by presenting both theoretical and practical applications of the analysis of the functions of groups and subgroups and, accordingly, posed some important questions for further research and discussion.

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BMC Med ; 22(1): 40, 2024 01 29.
Article in English | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-38281904

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BACKGROUND: To date, almost no research on the psychosocial implications of albinism has been conducted in France and an exploration of albinism-related experiences could be beneficial, in order to better understand this condition. The aim of this study was to examine how French people with albinism and their parents live with and adapt to this condition in all the areas of their lives. METHODS: Semi-structured phone interviews were conducted with 9 parent-child dyads, each participating separately. Participants were recruited by convenience sampling, thanks to the combined efforts of a patient association (Genespoir) and professionals from the partner medical referral centers involved in the project. Dyads in which the individual with albinism had any comorbidity were excluded. The interviews were then transcribed and subjected to in-depth thematic analysis. Two codebooks were constructed in a mirrored process: one for people with albinism; the other for their parents. They were finally merged at the end of the coding step. RESULTS: Four main categories were identified: personal perceptions and social representations of albinism, difficulties and obstacles encountered by people with albinism, resources and facilitators, and the importance of parent-child functioning. The results indicated that experiences of stigmatization during childhood and adolescence are common and that people with albinism face challenges in adapting to certain obstacles related to their visual impairments (VI) (e.g., inability to drive a car; eye strain...). Parents emerged as one, if not as the main, source of support for people with albinism throughout their development. Although external support systems exist to assist them in various aspects of their lives, some of them primarily rely on their own personal resources to cope. CONCLUSIONS: This research highlights the importance of a systemic and transdisciplinary approach to make sure families receive the support that best meets their needs.


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Albinism , European People , Family Support , Parents , Adolescent , Adult , Humans , Albinism/epidemiology , Albinism/psychology , European People/psychology , France , Parents/psychology , Qualitative Research , Social Stigma , Social Support
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Cad. Ibero Am. Direito Sanit. (Impr.) ; 12(3): 193-198, jul.-set.2023.
Article in Portuguese | LILACS | ID: biblio-1510795

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Objetivo: discutir o novo paradigma da Saúde Única à luz da Teoria Sistêmica de Niklas Luhmann e a atuação do subsistema do Direito em face das interconexões da abordagem. Metodologia: tratou-se de um ensaio crítico inédito, com utilização da teoria luhmaniana e os novos conceitos da saúde única. Resultados: a teoria dos sistemas sociais de Luhmann possibilita o subsistema do Direito, em sua autopoiese, além de compreender e passar a operar com as novas abordagens integradas de saúde humana, saúde animal e meio ambiente. Conclusão: o subsistema do Direito está apto a incorporar em sua comunicação interna o novo paradigma, reconhecendo a futura legislação da saúde única.


Objective: to discuss the new One Health paradigm in the light of Niklas Luhmann's Systemic Theory and the performance of the Law subsystem in view of the interconnections of the approach. Methodology: this was an unprecedented critical essay, using Luhmanian theory and the new concepts of single health. Results: Luhmann's theory of social systems enables the subsystem of Law, in its autopoiesis, to understand and begin to operate with the new integrated approaches to human health, animal health and the environment. Conclusion: the Law subsystem can incorporate the new paradigm into its internal communication, recognizing the future single health legislation.


Objetivo: discutir el nuevo paradigma One Health a la luz de la Teoría Sistémica de Niklas Luhmann y el desempeño del subsistema del Derecho frente a las interconexiones del abordaje. Metodología: se trató de un ensayo crítico inédito, utilizando la teoría luhmaniana y los nuevos conceptos de salud única. Resultados: la teoría de los sistemas sociales de Luhmann permite al subsistema Derecho, en su autopoiesis, comprender y pasar a operar con los nuevos enfoques integrados de la salud humana, la salud animal y el medio ambiente. Conclusión: el subsistema del Derecho logra incorporar el nuevo paradigma en su comunicación interna, reconociendo la futura legislación de la salud única.


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Health Law
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J Clin Psychol ; 79(6): 1593-1603, 2023 06.
Article in English | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-37132249

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INTRODUCTION: Most psychological treatments are administered in a one-to-one therapy format, which has proven effective but has limitations in complex clinical situations. Teamwork can help address these limitations by going beyond the one-to-one therapy approach and involving the client's professional and relational network in therapy interventions to promote and secure change. In this issue of Journal of Clinical Psychology: In Session five effective teamwork practices are presented illustrating how clinicians integrate teamwork into treatment delivery to improve outcomes in an array of cases presenting high complexity. PURPOSE: In this commentary section, we describe the role and essence of these teamwork practices from a systems thinking approach as a theoretical umbrella to understand the diversity of processes hindering and facilitating effective teamwork CONCLUSSION: From this approach we discuss the core skills that psychotherapists should train to master team working and interprofessional collaboration. The basic professional competence consists in the ability to foster and coordinate shared frames of understanding in case formulation. An advanced systemic skill is based on the ability to formulate and change relational patterns, given that interpersonal processes are the main key factor to understand barriers and facilitators of effective teamwork to overcome stalemated complex clinical situations.


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Professional Competence , Psychotherapy , Humans , Systems Analysis , Interprofessional Relations , Cooperative Behavior
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Energy Effic ; 16(4): 21, 2023.
Article in English | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-36941971

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Schools are complex physical and social institutions within national education systems. They account for significant energy consumption and like other buildings can demonstrate inefficient patterns of energy use. Poor energy performance of educational facilities is an intricate issue driven by complex causality of interconnected and dynamic factors. Addressing this issue requires a systemic approach, which is heretofore lacking. The aim of this research is to present and describe a systemic framework to facilitate energy reduction in schools across different European contexts. This transdisciplinary approach to sustainable energy use has been piloted in 13 post-primary schools located in six countries in northwest Europe. The research implements a series of planned activities and interventions, which help to unveil a systemic approach to improving energy efficiency in schools. The findings demonstrate how this approach, together with its ensuing methodologies and strategies, can contribute to reducing carbon emissions and improve knowledge and awareness around sustainable energy.

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Ergonomics ; : 1-15, 2023 Jan 02.
Article in English | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-36593741

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To support sustainable development, several researchers in ergonomics propose a comprehensive approach to work situations or the systems in which they are embedded. This article empirically instantiates one of the proposed models - the Sustainable System of Systems (SSoS) model - in the case of the work of farmers engaged in agroecological transitions. It thus explores complexity regarding sustainability, and to highlight its contributions and limits. Based on a case study, our results illustrate how the macro, meso and micro levels of SSoS are finely articulated in workers' concerns, decisions, and trajectories to sustainability. We enrich this approach with a diachronic method to support the actors involved in such transitions as they navigate the complexities of sustainable transition. Practitioner summary: The research proposes insights into how farmers manage their transition to more sustainable practices, by revealing the various systems influencing that transition. It highlights: (1) farmers' development of a systemic and temporal approach to this transition, and the impacts that the different levels of the system have on one another; and (2) methodological issues related to the development of long-term ergonomic actions to support navigation and copying within the complexity of sustainable transition.

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Ambio ; 52(4): 711-732, 2023 Apr.
Article in English | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-36324022

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In mountain territories, snow avalanches are a prevalent threat. Long-term risk management involves defining meaningful compromises between protection and overall sustainability of communities and their environment. Methods able to (i) consider all sources of losses, (ii) account for the high uncertainty levels that affect all components of the risk and (iii) cope for marked non-stationarities should be employed. Yet, on the basis of a literature review and an analysis of relations to Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), it is established that snow avalanche risk assessment and mitigation remain dominated by approaches that can be summed up as deterministic, hazard oriented, stationary and not holistic enough. A more comprehensive paradigm relying on formal statistical modelling is then proposed and first ideas to put it to work are formulated. Application to different mountain environments and broader risk problems is discussed.


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Avalanches , Snow , Risk Assessment , Risk Management , Sustainable Development
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Ambio ; 52(4): 683-701, 2023 Apr.
Article in English | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-36369605

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The United Nations 2030 Agenda and Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) define a path towards a sustainable future, but given that uncertainty characterises the outcomes of any SDG-related actions, risks in the implementation of the Agenda need to be addressed. At the same time, most risk assessments are narrowed to sectoral approaches and do not refer to SDGs. Here, on the basis of a literature review and workshops, it is analysed how SDGs and risks relate to each other's in different communities. Then, it is formally demonstrated that, as soon as the mathematical definition of risks is broadened to embrace a more systemic perspective, acting to maintain socio-environmental systems within their sustainability domain can be done by risk minimisation. This makes Sustainable Development Goals and risks "the Yin and the Yang of the paths towards sustainability". Eventually, the usefulness of the SDG-risk nexus for both sustainability and risk management is emphasized.


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Sustainable Development , United Nations
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Rev. bras. psicodrama ; 31: e0723, 2023. tab
Article in Portuguese | LILACS-Express | LILACS, Index Psychology - journals | ID: biblio-1423662

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RESUMO O objetivo deste trabalho é apresentar reflexões sobre as sessões de Psicodrama Público SP On-line ocorridas entre agosto de 2020 e dezembro de 2021. O procedimento utilizado foi a análise qualitativa de entrevistas com a unidade funcional, o anfitrião e alguns participantes, gravadas após a realização dos psicodramas. Foram criadas quatro categorias a partir dos temas protagônicos apresentados. Foram identificados dois movimentos complementares: um em direção ao desequilíbrio e outro em direção à tentativa de restaurá-lo,além de uma retroalimentação entre as categorias e entre os períodos analisados. Observou-se que se instauraram novos processos de subjetivação no contexto grupal marcados pelos múltiplos sofrimentos vivenciados no período pandêmico da COVID-19, facilitados pela liberação da espontaneidade e criatividade.


ABSTRACT This paper aims to present reflections on the Psicodrama Público SP On-line sessions that took place between August 2020 and December 2021. The procedure used was the qualitative analysis of interviews, with the functional unit, the host and some participants, recorded after the realization of psychodramas. Four categories were created from the main themes presented. Two complementary movements were identified: one towards the imbalance and the other towards the attempt to restore it, in addition to a feedback between the categories and between the analyzed periods. It was observed that new processes of subjectivation were established in the group context marked by many sufferings in the pandemic period of COVID-19, facilitated by the release of spontaneity and creativity.


RESUMEN El objetivo de este trabajo es presentar reflexiones sobre las sesiones de Psicodrama Público SP On-line que se desarrollaron entre agosto de 2020 y diciembre de 2021. El procedimiento utilizado fue el análisis cualitativo de entrevistas, con la unidad funcional, el conductor y algunos participantes, grabadas después de la realización de psicodramas. Se crearon cuatro categorías a partir de los principales temas presentados. Se identificaron dos movimientos complementarios: uno hacia el desequilibrio y otro hacia el intento de restaurarlo, además de una retroalimentación entre las categorías y entre los periodos analizados. Se observó que se establecieron nuevos procesos de subjetivación en el contexto grupal marcado por los muchos sufrimientos en el período de pandemia por la COVID-19, facilitados por la liberación de la espontaneidad y la creatividad.

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Multimed (Granma) ; 26(5): e2771, sept.-oct. 2022. graf
Article in Spanish | LILACS-Express | LILACS | ID: biblio-1406124

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RESUMEN Introducción: la pandemia de la COVID-19 implicó cambios en el quehacer universitario que orientaron a enfatizar en el tratamiento al proceso formativo, acorde con las necesidades sociales y del sector salud. Objetivo: exponer las experiencias y resultados obtenidos en el tratamiento al proceso formativo en la COVID-19 en la Facultad Ciencias Médicas de Bayamo. Métodos: se realizó un estudio transversal del periodo marzo 2020-febrero 2022. Se emplearon métodos teóricos con un enfoque general sistémico, el analítico-sintético, inductivo-deductivo y la modelación, además de estadística descriptiva e inferencial que incluyó prueba de diferencias de proporciones para muestras independientes con un 5% de significación. Resultados: la reorganización del proceso formativo distinguió etapas de reordenamiento, sistematización y valoración formativa contextual. El 99% de la matrícula prevista de estudiantes se integró al enfrentamiento y control de la COVID-19 en el trabajo integral comunitario. Se desarrollaron acciones en centros de aislamiento, sitios de vacunación, puestos de mando de oxígeno y laboratorios especializados. Se obtuvo una amplia participación estudiantil en eventos científicos virtuales y foros debates, entre otras actividades. Los resultados de promoción superaron al curso precedente y la calidad resultó significativa. Conclusiones: la reorganización sistémica del proceso formativo aseguró el desarrollo de un proceso integral con amplia inserción de estudiantes en actividades curriculares, extracurriculares y sociopolíticas, se evidenció elevado compromiso y sentido de pertenencia, manifestado en la sistematicidad y diversidad de acciones desarrolladas y en resultados académicos superiores.


ABSTRACT Introduction: the COVID-19 pandemic implied changes in university activities that led to emphasizing treatment of the formation process, in accordance with social and health sector needs. Objective: to expose the experiences and results obtained in the treatment of the formation process in COVID-19 at the Faculty of Medical Sciences of Bayamo. Methods: a cross-sectional study was carried out from March 2020 to February 2022. Theoretical methods were used with a general systemic approach, analytical-synthetic, inductive-deductive and modeling, in addition to descriptive and inferential statistics that included a test of differences in proportions for independent samples with 5% significance. Results: the reorganization of the formation process distinguished stages of reordering, systematization and contextual training assessment. 99% of the expected enrollment of the students was integrated into the confrontation and control of COVID-19 in comprehensive community work. Actions were carried out in isolation centers, vaccination sites, oxygen command posts and specialized laboratories. Wide participation of the students was obtained in virtual scientific events and discussion forums, among other activities. The promotion results exceeded the previous course and the quality was significant. Conclusions: the systemic reorganization of the formation process ensured the development of a comprehensive process with a wide insertion of students in curricular, extracurricular and sociopolitical activities, high commitment and sense of belonging was evidenced, manifested in the systematicity and diversity of actions developed and in academic results superiors.


RESUMO Introdução: a pandemia COVID-19 imentou mudanças no trabalho universitário que levaram à ênfase no tratamento do processo de formação, de acordo com as necessidades sociais e do setor saúde. Objetivo: apresentar as experiências e resultados obtidos no tratamento do processo de formação no COVID-19 na Faculdade de Ciências Médicas de Bayamo. Métodos: estudo transversal foi realizado para o período de março de 2020 a fevereiro de 2022. Métodos teóricos foram utilizados com abordagem sistêmica geral, analítica-sintética, indutiva-dedutiva e modelagem, bem como estatísticas descritivas e inferenciais que incluíram testes de diferenças de proporções para amostras independentes com significância de 5%. Resultados: a reorganização do processo de treinamento distinguiu etapas de rearranjo, sistematização e avaliação formativa contextual. 99% das matrículas esperadas dos alunos foram integradas ao confronto e controle do COVID-19 no trabalho comunitário integral. As ações foram realizadas em centros de isolamento, postos de vacinação, postos de comando de oxigênio e laboratórios especializados. Uma ampla participação dos alunos foi obtida em eventos científicos virtuais e fóruns de discussão, entre outras atividades. Os resultados da promoção superaram o curso anterior e a qualidade foi significativa. Conclusões: a reorganização sistêmica do processo de formação garantiu o desenvolvimento de um processo integral com ampla inserção dos alunos em atividades curriculares, extracurriculares e sociopolíticas, alto comprometimento e senso de pertencimento, manifestado na sistemática e diversidade das ações desenvolvidas e em resultados acadêmicos superiores.

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Adv Gerontol ; 35(3): 324-332, 2022.
Article in Russian | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-36169358

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The article presents an innovative concept for aging prevention of older citizens based on using elements of the International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health which taking into account the influence of aging processes on changes in health and social adaptation of older citizens. The functional features of the departmental systems of health care and social protection of the population operating in Russia that impede their integration within the framework of providing comprehensive medical and social assistance to citizens of older age groups are analyzed. The biopsychosocial model of functioning and disability has advantages in comparison to another models given possibility of developing a social adaptation and implementation of an integrated systematic approach to the prevention of aging. A set of measures is proposed and justified to improve the efficiency, quality and accessibility of services health care for elderly by restructuring the functional interaction of departmental structures, attraction of resources and potential of non-governmental, public organizations, scientific and educational centers, professional communities and volunteers.


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Aging , Disabled Persons , Aged , Delivery of Health Care , Humans , Public Policy , Russia/epidemiology
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Front Psychiatry ; 13: 897138, 2022.
Article in English | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-35836666

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Background: Prader-Willi syndrome (PWS) is a potentially life threatening, genetic developmental disorder that requires lifelong medical treatment and behavioral management. PWS has a major impact on the patient's social environment. In this study, we have explored traumatic life events and symptoms of posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) in family members of individuals with PWS. We have also assessed quality of life in relation to trauma manifestations. In addition, we have evaluated demographic characteristics such as living setting of PWS patients as well as PWS symptom severity. Methods: Data of this observational study were obtained by means of the Life Events Checklist DMS-5, the Posttraumatic Stress Disorder Checklist DSM-5, the abbreviated World Health Organization Quality of Life questionnaire, the Lancashire Quality of Life Profile questionnaire, and a short demographic inventory. The study sample includes 98 adults aged 19 to 80 years (M = 49, SD = 15), who are relatives of 69 individuals with PWS aged 0 to 58 years (M = 19, SD = 13). Participants were recruited via the two Dutch patient associations PWS and the Dutch Digital Center of Expertise PWS. Results: Life time prevalence of traumatic events (93%) was higher in family members of PWS patients ("PWS relatives") than in the general Dutch population (81%). Of those who reported any traumatic event, almost half reported PWS-related events. The prevalence of probable PTSD was higher in PWS relatives (12.1%) than the general lifetime prevalence of PTSD (worldwide, and in the Netherlands 7.4%). Predominant trauma symptoms in PWS relatives were "negative changes in arousal and reactivity" and "negative changes in cognition and mood;" both significantly negatively related to quality of life. Symptom severity of PWS individuals, as well as the associated trauma symptom severity of their relatives increased with age of the PWS individual. The presence of trauma symptoms was less frequent among relatives of PWS individuals living in a care facility. Conclusions: Having a relative with PWS is associated with higher prevalence of traumatic experiences and greater vulnerability to PTSD. Raising awareness in health care professionals of trauma symptoms in PWS relatives may contribute to effective treatment of their psychosocial stress. In addition, timely interventions might prevent family members from developing psychopathology like PTSD.

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Rev Gastroenterol Mex (Engl Ed) ; 87(3): 362-379, 2022.
Article in English | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-35778341

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Hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) is more frequently manifesting as one of the main complications of cirrhosis of the liver, its principal risk factor. There have been modifications in its incidence over the past decade, related to an epidemiologic transition in the etiology of cirrhosis, with a decrease in the prevalence of hepatitis C and an increase in nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) as a cause, as well as the development of HCC in the non-cirrhotic liver due to NAFLD. Genetic markers associated with the disease have been identified, and surveillance and diagnosis have improved. Regarding treatment, surgical techniques, in both resection and transplantation, have advanced and radiologic techniques, at the curative stage of the disease, have enhanced survival in those patients. And finally, there have been radical changes in the systemic approach, with much more optimistic expectations, when compared with the options available a decade ago. Therefore, the Asociación Mexicana de Hepatología decided to carry out the Second Mexican Consensus on Hepatocellular Carcinoma, which is an updated review of the available national and international evidence on the epidemiology, risk factors, surveillance, diagnosis, and treatment of the disease, to offer the Mexican physician current information on the different topics regarding hepatocellular carcinoma. In this second part of the document, the topics related to the treatment of HCC are presented.


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Carcinoma, Hepatocellular , Liver Neoplasms , Non-alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease , Carcinoma, Hepatocellular/diagnosis , Carcinoma, Hepatocellular/epidemiology , Carcinoma, Hepatocellular/etiology , Consensus , Humans , Liver Cirrhosis/complications , Liver Neoplasms/diagnosis , Liver Neoplasms/epidemiology , Liver Neoplasms/etiology , Non-alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease/epidemiology
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Diversitas perspectiv. psicol ; 18(1): 70-87, ene.-jun. 2022. graf
Article in Spanish | LILACS-Express | LILACS | ID: biblio-1421359

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Resumen El presente artículo parte de la importancia que el tránsito a la vida adulta ha adquirido a lo largo del tiempo, por ser un tema de reflexión y de múltiples estudios para conocer cómo las condiciones de hoy en día permiten este proceso en los jóvenes. Este artículo es un estudio cualitativo de revisión sistemática y tuvo como objetivo describir el tránsito a la adultez desde dos perspectivas. La primera, una construcción por medio de investigaciones realizadas por varios autores, los cuales encontraron que la transición a la adultez está mediada por aspectos como la autonomía, los nuevos roles, las expectativas individuales, las demandas, entre otras. Y la segunda, una visión anclada a paradigmas emergentes y el enfoque sistémico, que plantean que el tránsito a la vida adulta se ve permeado por elementos como la desvinculación, la individuación y las dinámicas familiares. La revisión permitió concluir que las condiciones familiares y sociales en las que se desarrolla el individuo son determinantes en su tránsito a la vida adulta, favoreciendo o dificultando este proceso.


Abstract This article is based on the importance that the transition to adulthood has had over time, as it is a subject of reflection and multiple studies that aim to understand how the current conditions allow this process in young people. This is a qualitative study of systematic review and its objective is to describe the transition to adulthood from two perspectives. The first, a construction through research conducted by different authors, who found that the transition to adulthood is mediated by aspects such as autonomy, new roles, individual expectations, and demands, among others. The second one, a vision anchored to emerging paradigms and the systemic approach, which suggests that the transition to adulthood is influenced by elements such as decoupling, individuation, and family dynamics. The review made it possible to conclude that the social and family conditions in which the individual develops are determining factors in his/her transition to adulthood, either favoring or hindering this process.

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Biochemistry (Mosc) ; 86(6): 773-783, 2021 Jun.
Article in English | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-34225599

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The review summarizes the results of our own studies and published data on the biological markers of psychiatric disorders, with special emphasis on the activity of platelet monoamine oxidase. Pharmacotherapy studies in patients with the mixed anxiety-depressive disorder and first episode of schizophrenia have shown that the activity of platelet monoamine oxidase could serve as a potential biomarker of the efficacy of therapeutic interventions in these diseases.


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Blood Platelets/enzymology , Mental Disorders/blood , Monoamine Oxidase/blood , Depressive Disorder/blood , Depressive Disorder/drug therapy , Humans , Mental Disorders/drug therapy , Schizophrenia/blood , Schizophrenia/drug therapy , Treatment Outcome
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J Adolesc ; 89: 203-212, 2021 06.
Article in English | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-34022449

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INTRODUCTION: While several studies involving adolescents have addressed issues related to romantic relationships and dating violence, there is a limited understanding of adolescent romantic relationship dynamics. Typological analyses have been useful to provide targeted interventions and to simplify our understanding of complex phenomena. METHODS: This study explored dynamics in adolescent romantic relationships, considering the interaction between romantic partner characteristics to identify dyadic profiles. A sample of 90 heterosexual dyads of Canadian adolescents (Mage = 18.44 years, SD = 1.47) completed a self-reported questionnaire. A hierarchical cluster analysis was conducted based on the dimensions of the Circumplex Model of Marital and Family Systems (i.e., cohesion, flexibility, and communication; Olson & Gorall, 2003). RESULTS: Analysis revealed four profiles of romantic relationship dynamics: 1) balanced dynamic (51.0% of the sample); 2) hampered dynamic (8.3%); 3) entangled dynamic (20.8%); and 4) rigid dynamic (13.5%). Taking into account the variations between and within dyads, results highlight the diversity of romantic experiences and offer a better understanding of the intricacies of different adolescent romantic relationship dynamics. Correlates indicated that the profiles can be distinguished by different personal and interpersonal characteristics. CONCLUSION: This study emphasizes the importance of integrating a more person- and dyad-oriented framework in our understanding of adolescent romantic dynamics, since a unique approach to prevention and intervention may not address the needs of all adolescents. The results provided important insight into the identified profiles, guiding dating violence prevention efforts and programs and promoting harmonious and egalitarian romantic relationships.


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Adolescent Behavior , Intimate Partner Violence , Adolescent , Canada , Cluster Analysis , Humans , Interpersonal Relations
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Sci Total Environ ; 788: 147695, 2021 Sep 20.
Article in English | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-34023606

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Irrigated maize-based Cropping Systems (CS) are questioned because of the high risk of herbicide transfer to water. An 8-year systemic experiment was conducted to i) compute a multi-performance comparison between a Conventional Maize Monoculture (MMConv) and four CS that aimed to reduce irrigation and herbicide leaching: MMLI, a low-input MM using cover crop and Integrated Weed Management (IWM) techniques; MMStill, a Strip-tillage MM using cover crop; MMCT, a Conservation Tillage MM with cover crop; Maize-MSW, an IWM Maize rotated with Soybean and Wheat and ii) determine the main drivers and evaluate the influence of CS on herbicide leaching in maize. Drainage water was collected through 1-m depth lysimeter plates and analysed for 6 herbicide molecules and 1 degradation metabolite. MMLI yielded 10.7 t ha-1 close to MMConv (11.5 t ha-1) despite a lower herbicide use (-57%) and irrigation (-21%). MMLI and Maize-MSW had less drainage events compared to MMConv. MMCT and MMStill both yielded less (respectively 7.6 t ha-1 and 6.2 t ha-1) while their herbicide use increased (both +24%). Mean annual herbicide losses were 0.5 ± 1.0 g ha-1 for MMLI, 0.7 ± 1.2 g ha-1 for Maize-MSW, 1.3 ± 2.1 g ha-1 for MMStill, 2.0 ± 4.8 g ha-1 MMConv and 3.0 ± 9.6 g ha-1 for MMCT. Herbicide leaching remained variable but was consistently and mostly influenced by drainage volume. According to the CS, only 1.5 to 6.0 drainage events were responsible for 90% of the herbicide losses. High leaching peaks were identified for mesotrione and glyphosate and may indicate that preferential flows occurred, especially under MMCT. Quantity applied had limited influence on herbicide leaching. To reduce the herbicide leaching risk, CS must concomitantly manage water quality and quantity through a combination of agroecological practices, as in MMLI, a CS able to reach other technical objectives. Present study recommends assessing CS through a diversity of performance indicators.

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Int J Offender Ther Comp Criminol ; 65(2-3): 205-220, 2021 02.
Article in English | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-32749187

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With the reformation of Ukrainian criminal procedural legislation and the conviction of individual scholars in the necessity of applying a methodological approach to scientific research, new ideas on the nature and procedure of criminal procedural evidence have started to emerge in the domestic scientific literature. The purpose of the paper is to distinguish scientific concepts to criminal procedural proof and substantiation of the expediency of isolation and use of the complex and systemic approach. This study of criminal procedural proof was performed using a methodological approach, the essence of which is to change the attention of the researcher from the object as such to the means and methods of their own thought. The application of an activity-based methodological approach in scientific research allows us to further develop other conceptual ideas about criminal procedural proof, which will contribute to a deeper and more complete study of this legal phenomenon.


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Criminals , Human Rights , Humans , Ukraine
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New Dir Child Adolesc Dev ; 2020(174): 159-168, 2020 Nov.
Article in English | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-33084239

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Network science has allowed varied scientific fields to investigate and visualize complex relations between many variables, and psychology research has begun to adopt a network perspective. In this paper, we consider how leaving behind reductionist approaches and instead embracing a network perspective can advance the field of parental burnout. Although research into parental burnout is in its early stages, we argue that a network approach to parental burnout could set the scene for radically new vistas in parental burnout research. We claim that such an approach can allow simultaneous investigations (and clear visualizations) of many variables related to parental burnout and their interactions, integrates smoothly with prior family systems theories, and prioritizes dynamic research questions. We likewise discuss potential future clinical applications, such as interventions targeting central nodes and treatment personalized to a specific family's network system. We also review practical considerations, limitations, and future directions for researchers interested in applying a network approach to parental burnout research.


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Burnout, Professional , Burnout, Psychological , Burnout, Professional/prevention & control , Humans , Parents
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