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Examining the Interactions Between Expectations and tDCS Effects on Motor and Cognitive Performance

Frontiers in Neuroscience, 2019
Background: Despite a growing literature and commercial market, the effectiveness of transcranial direct current stimulation (tDCS) remains questionable.
Sheida Rabipour, Petar Sefik Vidjen, Anthony Remaud, Patrick S. R. Davidson, Patrick S. R. Davidson, François Tremblay   +5 more
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Reporting of sex and gender in randomized controlled trials in Canada: a cross-sectional methods study

Research Integrity and Peer Review, 2017
Background Accurate reporting on sex and gender in health research is integral to ensuring that health interventions are safe and effective. In Canada and internationally, governments, research organizations, journal editors, and health agencies have ...
V. Welch, M. Doull, M. Yoganathan, J. Jull, M. Boscoe, S. E. Coen, Z. Marshall, J. Pardo Pardo, A. Pederson, J. Petkovic, L. Puil, L. Quinlan, B. Shea, T. Rader, V. Runnels, S. Tudiver   +15 more
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Home-based virtual reality training after discharge from hospital-based stroke rehabilitation: a parallel randomized feasibility trial

Trials, 2019
Background Virtual reality training (VRT) uses computer software to track a user’s movements and allow him or her to interact with a game presented on a television screen. VRT is increasingly being used for the rehabilitation of arm function, balance and
Lisa Sheehy, Anne Taillon-Hobson, Heidi Sveistrup, Martin Bilodeau, Christine Yang, Vivian Welch, Alomgir Hossain, Hillel Finestone   +7 more
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Autism = Death: The social and medical impact of a catastrophic medical model of autistic spectrum disorders [PDF]

, 2008
This discussion interrogates the continuing impact of the pervasive and persistent usage of debilitating metaphors perpetuating ‘historical’ superstitions, myths and beliefs surrounding disability.
Waltz, Mitzi
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Mood and behavioural effects of social robots in conversation situations between nursing home residents and caregivers

Gerontechnology
Background: Social robots are known to improve mood and communication among older adults in care facilities. Although many studies have focused on robot’s effects on activities involving multiple participants, few have examined their impact in ...
Shota Okabe, Syuyu Sakane, Ryoko Fukuda, Fumio Harada   +3 more
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Continuing care groups: long term treatment of substance use disorders [PDF]

, 2014
Master's Project (M.Ed.) University of Alaska Fairbanks, 2014Substance use disorders are chronic diseases that affect individuals, families, and communities. These illnesses frequently require several courses of treatment to achieve abstinence. Inpatient
Foote, Olivia
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Experiences of adults abused as children after discharge from inpatient treatment: Informal social support and self-care practices related to trauma recovery [PDF]

, 2005
This qualitative study explored adults’ perceptions of experiences that were helpful and unhelpful to their recovery from the traumatic effects of childhood physical and sexual abuse.
Gadbois, Susan, Harper, Kim, Palmer, Sally, Stalker, Carol   +3 more
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Communication and Language Profiles of Children Treated for Posterior Fossa Brain Tumors

Pediatric Blood &Cancer, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Background Cognitive and language deficits are frequently reported sequelae of posterior fossa brain tumors (PFBT). Typically, delayed onset impedes prompt assessment and early intervention. This has devastating implications for quality of life.
Zara Sved, Meghan Hesse, Jennie Cusiter, Annabel Webb, Kimberley Docking   +4 more
wiley   +1 more source

Validation of the advance care planning engagement survey in Singapore

BMC Palliative Care
Background Singapore has an ageing population. End-of-life care and advance care planning are becoming increasingly important. To assess advance care planning engagement, valid tools are required. The primary objective of the study is to validate the 15-,
Gwendoline Wan Hua Tan, Ginny Si Min Quek, Nathaniel Jun Xian Lum, Lian Leng Low, Yu Xian Loo   +4 more
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Pressure Ulcer Risk Assessment and Prevention for the Family Physician

Proceedings of Singapore Healthcare, 2014
Pressure ulcers are common and result in serious medical complications, prolonged hospital stay and frequent readmissions. With a rapidly ageing population and increasing chronic disease burden in Singapore, the prevalence of pressure ulcers will ...
Lian Leng Low MMed (Fam Med), MCFP, Farhad Fakhrudin Vasanwala MRCP (UK), FCFP(S), Ai Choo Tay RN, BN   +2 more
doaj   +1 more source