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Virtual Reality Externalization (VR‐E) for Patients With Eating Disorders: A Pilot Study

International Journal of Eating Disorders, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Objective Despite significant health and psychosocial impairments, many individuals with eating disorders (ED) view their disorder as an integral part of their identity. Because this “ego‐syntonicity” is associated with low treatment motivation and treatment dropouts, we investigated the acceptability, feasibility, and effects of a newly ...
Samuel P. E. Mehranfar, Georg Halbeisen, Karsten Braks, Thomas J. Huber, Georgios Paslakis   +4 more
wiley   +1 more source

Box and block test in motor dexterity evaluation to children and young people with Down syndrome

Revista de Terapia Ocupacional da Universidade de São Paulo, 2012
The aim of this study was to evaluate manual dexterity of children and adolescents(7, 8, 9, 14 and 15 years) with Down syndrome (DS), using the Box and Block Test (BBT).
Renata Guimarães, Silvana Maria Blascovi-Assis   +1 more
doaj   +1 more source

Topological organization of whole-brain white matter in HIV infection [PDF]

, 2017
Infection with human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) is associated with neuroimaging alterations. However, little is known about the topological organization of whole-brain networks and the corresponding association with cognition.
Baker, Laurie M, Cabeen, Ryan P, Cooley, Sarah A, Heaps-Woodruff, Jodi M, Hoare, Jacqueline, Joska, John A, Laidlaw, David H, Paul, Robert H, Salminen, Lauren E, Stein, Dan J   +9 more
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Recent advances in multifunctional soft robots: A materials–structures–systems co‐design perspective for synergistic integration

FlexMat, EarlyView.
Abstract Soft robots, engineered from highly compliant materials, offer superior adaptability and safety in unstructured environments compared to their rigid counterparts. Recent advancements, fueled by bio‐inspiration and material programmability, have led to the rapid co‐evolution of their core modules: actuation, sensing, protection, energy, and ...
Qiulei Liu, Zicao Peng, Chong Sun, Haitao Yang   +3 more
wiley   +1 more source

Impaired Ipsilateral Upper Extremity Dexterity and Its Relationship with Disability in Post-Stroke Right Hemiparesis

Journal of Rehabilitation Sciences and Research, 2014
Background: The objectives of this study were to compare manual dexterity (gross and fine) and coordination performance of the ipsilateral upper extremity of the right hemisphere stroke patients with the same side of a healthy group, and to determine ...
Maryam Parsaee, Shohreh Noorizadeh Dehkordi, Mehdi Dadgoo   +2 more
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Giving Up

Journal of Applied Philosophy, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Philosophical accounts of long‐term goals focus predominantly on the rationality of perseverance, examining when agents should persist despite evidence of failure. Arguably, these accounts consider that giving up is devoid of value. Conversely, this article argues that giving up has a different epistemic function: generating information about ...
Mario I. Juarez‐Garcia
wiley   +1 more source

Acoustic tooth cleaner [PDF]

, 1982
An acoustic oral hygiene unit is described that uses acoustic energy to oscillate mild abrasive particles in a water suspension which is then directed in a low pressure stream onto the teeth.
Heyman, J. S.
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Teaching Occlusal Splints in the Digital Age: Comparing Student Experiences with Conventional and CAD/CAM Workflows

Journal of Dental Education, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Background The teaching of occlusal splint therapy in dental education is evolving with the integration of digital workflows. Although digital tools offer operational advantages, conventional methods remain pedagogically relevant. Understanding students’ perceptions of both approaches is essential for guiding curriculum innovation.
Marcelo José Palma‐Fernandes, Júlio Ruiz‐Marrara, Maria Fernanda de Campos‐Muller, Melissa Oliveira de Melchior, Inês Sansonetty Gonçalves Côrte‐Real, Jardel Francisco Mazzi‐Chaves, Laís Valencise Magri   +6 more
wiley   +1 more source

Improving dental students’ dexterity and strength: an intervention study

BMC Medical Education
Introduction Dental students require manual dexterity, strength, and sensitivity to execute clinical procedures accurately. However, these skills are often not assessed during the university admission process, despite their relevance for academic and ...
María Pérez-Chicharro, María José González-Olmo, Carolina Nieto-Moraleda, Paula Obeso-Benítez, Rosa M Martínez-Piédrola, Patricia Sánchez-Herrera-Baeza, Marta Pérez-de-Heredia-Torres, Martín Romero-Maroto, Elisabet Huertas-Hoyas   +8 more
doaj   +1 more source

Physiological and Psychological Effects of a High Dose of Alcohol in Young Men and Women [PDF]

, 2014
The objective of this study was to evaluate the effects of a high dose of alcohol on physiological and psychological parameters in young men and women with a previous history of alcohol consumption.
Monleón Verdú, Santiago, Parra Gimeno, Andrés, Vinader Caerols, Concepción   +2 more
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