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Arch. Clin. Psychiatry (Impr.) ; 46(1): 1-4, Jan.-Feb. 2019. tab, graf
Article in English | LILACS-Express | LILACS | ID: biblio-991618

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Abstract Objective To describe the development of weCope, a Portuguese mobile app for people with schizophrenia. Methods The development of weCope followed 4 stages: I-102 people with psychotic disorders completed an online questionnaire; II-a multidisciplinary focus group was conducted among five mental health professionals; III-we developed the app; IV-9 participants used weCope during 8 weeks to assess its efficiency. Results weCope targets coping with voices, problem solving, goals setting and stress management, and results indicated that: weCope improved symptoms, sense of recovery and personal and social functioning; 59% of the participants were willing to download an application for illness self-management; professionals revealed some concerns about mHealth but enhanced the high importance to develop these apps; usability testing revealed that 89% considered weCope useful for illness self-management. However, the more years with mental illness, the less importance is given to a mobile application for this purpose. Discussion weCope was developed through a comprehensive development process and may contribute to a subjective perception of the patient's better well-being and health condition.

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Biosci. j. (Online) ; 33(5): 1295-1304, sept./oct. 2017. tab, ilus
Article in English | LILACS | ID: biblio-966332

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The latex obtained from Jatropha curcas (physic nut) is used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of disturbs, including burns, hemorrhoids, ringworm and ulcers. Phytochemical analyses have shown that J. curcas latex contains natural compounds with therapeutic potential. In this study, the toxicity, cytotoxicity and genotoxicity effects of J. curcas latex on the root cells of Allium cepa were examined. Onion seeds and bulbs were exposed to seven different concentrations of latex and then the roots were submitted to macro and microscopic analyses. Water and sodium azide were used as negative and positive controls, respectively. The analysis of root growth showed that J. curcas crude latex or 50% diluted is highly toxic. Cytogenetic results showed that the mitotic index of the onion roots submitted to latex treatment decreased significantly compared to the negative control, which suggests that the latex is cytotoxic. High incidence of chromosome aberrations in the cells treated with J. curcas latex was observed too, indicating that the latex also presents genotoxic effect. The analyses presented in this report suggest the toxic, cytotoxic and genotoxic effects of J. curcas latex. Then, the indiscriminate use of J. curcas latex in folk medicine could bring risk to human health.


O látex obtido de Jatropha curcas (pinhão manso) é usado na medicina tradicional para tratamento de diversos distúrbios, como queimaduras, hemorroida, micose e úlcera. Análises fitoquímicas apontaram que o látex de J. curcas contém compostos naturais com potencial terapêutico. Este estudo avaliou a toxicidade, citotoxicidade e genotoxicidade do látex de J. curcas em células da raiz de Allium cepa. Sementes e bulbos de cebola foram expostos á sete diferentes concentrações de látex e, então, as raízes foram submetidas a análises macro e microscópica. Água e azida sódica foram utilizadas como controle negativo e positivo, respectivamente. A análise do comprimento das raízes mostrou que o látex de J. curcas puro e diluído a 50% é altamente tóxico. O índice mitótico das raízes de cebola submetidas ao tratamento com o látex diminuiu significativamente comparado com o controle negativo, o que sugere que o látex é citotóxico. Uma alta incidência de aberrações cromossômicas em células tratadas com o látex de J. curcas também foi observada, indicando que o látex apresenta efeito genotóxico. Essa análise sugere que o látex de J. curcas possui efeitos tóxico, citotóxico e genotóxico, sendo que o uso indiscriminado do látex de J. curcas na medicina popular pode trazer risco à saúde humana.


Subject(s)
Plants, Medicinal , Jatropha , Genotoxicity , Latex/toxicity
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Rev. abordagem gestál. (Impr.) ; 20(1): 77-85, jun. 2014.
Article in Portuguese | LILACS | ID: lil-722110

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Diante dos debates sobre as possibilidades de tratamento para a dependência química no Brasil, expomos neste artigo um pouco da nossa experiência no setor de psicologia de uma Comunidade Terapêutica. Tendo como referencial teórico a Abordagem Centrada na Pessoa, de Carl Rogers, deparamo-nos com questionamentos que se apresentaram a partir da prática e da reflexão sobre nossa atuação: a novidade que é a psicoterapia para os participantes; os desafios de estarmos em um setting terapêutico diferente daquele no qual fomos formados para atuar; o trabalho multidisciplinar; e o carácter focal dos nossos serviços. Propomos, então, alguns caminhos possíveis que nos ajudaram a alcançar resultados positivos no desenvolvimento pessoal daqueles que estavam em tratamento para dependência química...


Given the debates about the possibilities of treatment for chemical dependency in Brazil, we expose in this article some of our experience in the psychology department of a Therapeutic Community. With the Person-Centered Approach, of Carl Rogers, as our theoretical reference, we faced questions that appeared from our practice and reflection on our professional proceeding: the novelty of psychotherapy for the participants; the challenges of being in a therapeutic setting other than the one in which we were trained for; the multidisciplinary work; and the focal characteristic of our services. Therefore, we propose some possible paths that helped us achieving positive results regarding personal development of those who were in treatment for chemical dependency...


Considerando los debates sobre las posibilidades de tratamiento para la adicción en Brasil, exponemos en este artículo un poco de nuestra experiencia en el departamento de psicología de una Comunidad Terapéutica. Con el Enfoque Centrado en la Persona, de Carl Rogers, como nuestra referencia teórica, cuestiones se suscitaron acerca de nuestra práctica y reflexión sobre nuestro procedimiento profesional: la novedad de la psicoterapia para los participantes; los desafíos de estar en un entorno terapéutico distinto de aquel en que fuimos entrenados para actuar; el trabajo multidisciplinario; y la característica focal de nuestros servicios. Por lo tanto, proponemos algunas rutas posibles que nos ayudaron a lograr resultados positivos para el desarrollo personal de los que estaban en tratamiento para la dependencia química...


Subject(s)
Humans , Therapeutic Community , Person-Centered Psychotherapy , Substance-Related Disorders/therapy
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Article in Portuguese | LILACS | ID: lil-677889

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O envelhecimento é caracterizado por degeneração da função neuromuscular traduzida por diminuição da força muscular, do equilíbrio e da coordenação. Este estudo visou avaliar os efeitos de programas de exercícios resistidos, de equilíbrio e de alongamentos sobre a mobilidade funcional em idosas com baixa massa óssea. 36 voluntárias foram aleatorizadas em dois grupos: G1 [n=18; 69,4 ± 6,8 anos] e G2 [n=18; 69,4 ± 5,7 anos] e avaliadas através do Teste Sentar-levantar com 5 repetições (STS-5), Teste de Caminhada de seis metros (SMW) e Teste de Alcance funcional (FRT). O programa de exercício foi aplicado durante 4 meses, 2 vezes por semana, com treinamento de força muscular e mobilidade funcional para G1, e alongamentos e palestras informativas para G2. Após a intervenção os indivíduos de ambos os grupos diminuíram o tempo de realização do STS-5 (G1= 12,6±3,5 vs. 8,4±1,3 s, p=0,01; G2= 12,2±2,6 vs. 8,1±1,3 s, p= 0,00), bem como do SMW (G1= 4,4±1,2 vs. 3,9±0,8 s, p=0,014; G2= 4,2±0,5 vs. 3,6±0,4s, p= 0,000), enquanto se evidenciou aumento do alcance no FRT (G1=26,4±4,9 vs. 31,6±5,0 cm, p= 0,001; G2= 24,6±4,8 vs. 30,3±4,3 cm, p=0,001). Os nossos resultados permitem concluir que foram encontradas melhoras em ambos os grupos estudados e que os exercícios físicos propostos são capazes de trazer benefícios para idosas com baixa massa óssea, através de melhora na sua mobilidade funcional.


Aging is characterized by neuromuscular function degeneration reflected on a decrease of muscle strength, balance and coordination. This study aimed to evaluate the effects of resistance, balance and stretching exercise programs on functional mobility in community-dwelling elderly with low bone mass. 36 volunteers were randomized into two groups: G1 [n=18; 69.4 ± 6.8 years] e G2 [n=18; 69.4 ± 5.7 years] which were evaluated using the Sit-to-stand-5 Test (STS-5), Six metre walk test (SMW) and Functional Reach Test (FRT). The exercise program was applied for 4 months, two times per week, with muscle strength and functional mobility training for G1, and stretching and informative lectures for G2. After the intervention, individuals from both groups decreased their time of performance in STS-5 (G1= 12.6±3.5 vs. 8.4±1.3 s, p=0.01; G2= 12.2±2.6 vs. 8.1±1.3 s, p= 0.00), as well as in SMW (G1= 4.4±1.2 vs. 3.9±0.8 s, p=0.014; G2= 4.2±0.5 vs. 3.6±0.4 s, p= 0,000), while an increase in the reach of FRT was evident (G1 = 26.4±4.9 vs. 31.6±5.0 cm, p= 0.001; G2 = 24.6±4.8 vs. 30.3±4.3 cm, p=0.001). The results indicate that improvements were found in both studied groups and that the proposed exercise programs are able to provide benefits for elderly with low bone mass, throughout the improvement in their functional mobility.


Subject(s)
Humans , Male , Female , Aged , Accidental Falls/statistics & numerical data , Exercise , Aged/statistics & numerical data , Osteoporosis/prevention & control , Posture , Endurance Training/statistics & numerical data
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Arq. bras. endocrinol. metab ; 56(5): 313-318, jul. 2012. ilus, graf, tab
Article in Portuguese | LILACS | ID: lil-646319

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OBJETIVOS: Avaliar os efeitos de um programa de exercícios sobre a força de preensão ma­nual (FPM) em idosas com baixa massa óssea. SUJEITOS E MÉTODOS: Trinta e seis idosas foram randomizadas em: grupo intervenção - GI (n = 18) e grupo controle - GC (n = 18), avaliadas pelo teste de FPM, utilizando-se um dinamômetro de mão. O GI realizou exercícios de força muscular, equilíbrio e mobilidade funcional. O GC realizou alongamentos. Ambos os grupos realizaram duas sessões semanais de 50 minutos, durante quatro meses. RESULTADOS: O GI apresentou aumento da FPM em 31,38% (p = 0,00). O GC não mostrou diferença. Houve correlações entre a FPM e a densidade mineral óssea (DMO) do colo do fêmur (r = 0,582, p = 0,003) e do fêmur total (r = 0,485, p = 0,01). CONCLUSÃO: Os resultados sugerem uma tendência ao incremento da FPM de idosas e mostraram correlações significantes entre a FPM e a DMO.


OBJECTIVES: To evaluate the effects of an exercise program on handgrip strength (HS) in elderly women with low bone mass. SUBJECTS AND METHODS: Thirty-six elderly women were randomized to the intervention group - GI (n = 18) and control group - GC (n = 18). Participants were evaluated by means of a HS test, using a handgrip dynamometer. GI performed strength, balance and functional mobility exercises, and GC performed stretching exercises. Both groups had sessions twice a week for 50 minutes, during 4 months. RESULTS: GI had a significant increase in handgrip strength equal to 31.38%. No differences were observed in GC. There were correlations between HS test and bone mineral density (BMD) of the femoral neck (r = 0.582, p = 0.003) and total femur (r = 0.485, p = 0.01). CONCLUSION: Results indicate a propensity to increase elderly HS, and showed significant correlations between HS and BMD.


Subject(s)
Aged , Aged, 80 and over , Female , Humans , Bone Density/physiology , Exercise/physiology , Hand Strength/physiology , Osteoporosis, Postmenopausal/physiopathology , Femur/physiology
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Rev. Soc. Bras. Clín. Méd ; 10(3)maio-jun. 2012.
Article in Portuguese | LILACS | ID: lil-621497

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JUSTIFICATIVA E OBJETIVOS: A síndrome de Waardenburg é uma doença genética que na forma clássica, os pacientes apresentam várias características físicas marcantes e também surdez neurossensorial. Assim, a partir da exposição dos casos espera-se que os profissionais de saúde tomem conhecimento da doença e possam levantar a hipótese diagnóstica diante de um pacientecom fenótipo sugestivo, tendo em vista que possui baixa frequência na população e seu diagnóstico precoce melhora muito a qualidade de vida dos pacientes.RELATO DOS CASOS: Trata-se de três casos dentro de uma mesma família com características diferentes, inclusive, em relação à surdez genética. Características marcantes estão presentes nos casos, como: dystopia canthorum, epicanto, base nasal proeminente e alargada, maxila encurtada, poliose, encanecimento precoce e surdez congênita neurossensorial. CONCLUSÃO: A grande maioria dos casos desta síndrome é acompanhada de surdez congênita. As características físicas que acompanham a doença permitem o seu diagnóstico clínico, e o ideal seria que esses pacientes fossem diagnosticados ainda na infância para que possam ter acesso precocemente à reabilitação auditiva, contribuindo para melhor desenvolvimento neuropsíquico, levando-se em conta que eles também deverão receber aconselhamento genético.


BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVES: Waardenburg syndrome is a rare genetic disease that shows variable penetrance and expressivity. In its classic form, patients have several outstanding characteristics, such as deafness. Thus, from the exposure of cases, it is important to be aware of this clinical disease, to health professionals, for early diagnosis, avoiding unnecessary examinations, and achieving effective therapeutic approach.CASE REPORTS: These are three cases in one family with different characteristics, including in relation to genetic deafness. Striking features are present in cases like: dystopia canthorum, epicanthus, prominent and broad nasal base, shortened jaw, poliosis, premature graying and congenital sensorineural deafness. CONCLUSION: Most cases of this syndrome is accompanied by congenital deafness. Therefore, early diagnosis will certainly help in hearing rehabilitation, improving the capacity of developing hearing and communication skills of these individuals.


Subject(s)
Humans , Male , Female , Child , Adult , Early Diagnosis , Deafness/genetics , Waardenburg Syndrome
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Rev. méd. Minas Gerais ; 21(4)out.-dez. 2011.
Article in Portuguese | LILACS-Express | LILACS | ID: lil-673890

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Introdução e objetivo: a varíola bovina é uma zoonose causada pela proliferação do vírus do gênero ortopoxvírus, sendo os bovinos a fonte primária de infecção humana. É importante apresentar relatos de casos dessa doença para que os profissionais de saúde, em especial os médicos, fiquem atentos para seu diagnóstico e tratamento corretos. Resultados: quatro casos de varíola bovina em humanos foram identificados e comprovados por exames sorológicos na região de Ibertioga, Minas Gerais. Todos os pacientes apresentavam sintomas em comum, como febre alta, falta de apetite, mialgia e lesões de pele. Conclusão: deve ser dada mais atenção aos casos dessa zoonose, no sentido de seu correto diagnóstico, adequada terapia de suporte e boa orientação para os pacientes, para que possa se evitar a transmissão intrafamiliar, bem como para animais com os quais venham a ter contato, considerando que a quase totalidade dos casos ocorre em áreas rurais.


Introduction and objective: Bovine smallpox is a zoonosis caused by Ortopxvirus proliferation, bovines being the primary source for human infection. Case reports of this disease are important to raise health professionals? consciousness of correct diagnosis and treatment.Results: Four cases of human infection with bovine smallpox were identified and confirmed by serologic exams in the Ibertioga region, State of Minas Gerais, Brazil Patients shared common symptoms such as high fever, decreased appetite, myalgia, and skin injury. Conclusion:The cases of this zoonosis should be paid more attention in order to enhance diagnosis, support therapy and guidance for patients witha view to avoiding intra-familiar and further animal transmission (as virtually all cases are reported in rural areas).

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Motriz rev. educ. fís. (Impr.) ; 16(4): 931-941, out.-dez 2010. tab
Article in Portuguese | LILACS | ID: lil-569715

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O objetivo do presente estudo consistiu no reconhecimento das necessidades de formação das competências profissionais de treinadores de Futebol em função dos anos de experiência profissional e da formação federativa. A amostra foi constituída por 81 treinadores portugueses. A recolha dos dados foi realizada através da aplicação de um questionário após validação de construção e de conteúdo. Como procedimentos estatísticos, recorremos ao teste paramétrico One-Way ANOVA para a comparação entre dois grupos e para mais de dois grupos foram estimados os Post-Hocs com recurso ao teste de Tukey. Os resultados mostraram que os treinadores com formação federativa mais elevada, níveis II e III, reconhecem menores necessidades de formação que os treinadores sem formação nas áreas do Treino, Competição e Papel de Formador. Por sua vez, os treinadores mais experientes reconheceram menores necessidades de formação nos domínios do Treino, da Gestão Desportiva e do Papel de Formador em relação aos menos experientes.


The aim of the present study consisted in the recognition of Football coaches’ perceptions of training needs related to the professional competences according to their experience and level of certification, as coach. A sample of 81 Portuguese coaches answered a questionnaire applied after its construction and content validation. The statistical procedure used was One-Way ANOVA to make comparison between two groups and the Tukey' test for post-hoc comparisons. The results showed that the coaches with the highest level of certification, levels II and III, recognized lower training needs than coaches without certification in the areas of Training, Competition and Coach Education. Moreover, the more experienced coaches recognized, also, lower training needs than less experienced coaches in the areas of Training, Sport Management and Coach Education.


Subject(s)
Humans , Male , Female , Adult , Education, Continuing , Leadership , Professional Competence , Soccer , Sports
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Braz. j. infect. dis ; 11(3): 318-321, June 2007. tab
Article in English | LILACS | ID: lil-457630

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The idiopathic dilated cardiomyopathy (IDMC) is a disease of the cardiac muscle characterized by systolic dilation and/or dysfunction of one or both ventricles, symptoms of congestive heart failure and risk of early death. Several studies in animal models and in humans have supported the hypothesis of the viral infection as initial event in the immunopathogenesis of the ventricular dilation. The objective of this study was to correlate the presence of hepatitis C virus chronic infection and idiopathic dilated cardiomyopathy, comparing samples of cases with IDCM with paired controls with Chagas-type specific dilated cardiomyopathy and ischemic-type specific dilated cardiomyopathy. Only 2.9 percent (1/34) of IDCM patients were HCV carriers, which strongly argue against this hypothesis. Therefore, based on our results, there is no justification for investigating HCV in patients with idiopathic dilated cardiomyopathy diagnosis.


Subject(s)
Adult , Aged , Female , Humans , Male , Middle Aged , Cardiomyopathy, Dilated/virology , Hepacivirus/immunology , Hepatitis C, Chronic/complications , Antibodies, Viral/blood , Case-Control Studies , Chagas Cardiomyopathy/virology , Enzyme-Linked Immunosorbent Assay , Hepatitis C, Chronic/diagnosis
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Braz. j. infect. dis ; 10(3): 199-202, June 2006. ilus, tab
Article in English | LILACS | ID: lil-435287

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Recent studies have suggested that some patients with idiopathic dilated cardiomyopathy (IDC) are also afflicted with insidious forms of viral myocarditis. Participation of hepatitis C virus (HCV) in this process has been postulated. The objective of this study was to evaluate a possible association between hepatitis C virus and idiopathic dilated cardiomyopathy. Systematic review of the literature using electronic databases (MEDLINE, EMBASES, LILACS and COCHRANE) for the period from 1995 to 2005, limited to papers published in English, Spanish and Portuguese. Sixty-two papers were found, of which six were in accordance with the proposed methodology. After selection, the articles were classified by quality of data and number of variables studied. Most of the patients were male adults from 31 and 75 years old, who had ischemic cardiopathy excluded as etiology of the dilated cardiomyopathy. A significant association between dilated cardiomyopathy and hepatitis C virus was found in only two papers, both from Japan and by the same author. Most of the papers received low classifications, as they did not fulfill the systematization criteria.


Subject(s)
Humans , Cardiomyopathy, Dilated/virology , Hepatitis C/complications
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