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University Virtual Environment for Attention Enhancement

  • Kang, Dong-Ju;Kim, Sun-I.
    • Journal of Biomedical Engineering Research
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    • v.23 no.2
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    • pp.155-163
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    • 2002
  • Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder(ADHD) is a childhood syndrome characterized by short attention span. impulsiveness, and hyperactivity, which often leadㄴ to learning disabilities and various behavioral problems. For the treatment of ADHD, medication and cognitive-behavior therapy is applied in recent yearn Although psycho-stimulant medication has been widely used for many rears. current findings suggest that, as the sole treatment for ADHD, it is an inadequate form of intervention in that parents don't want their child to use drug and the effects are limited to the period in which the drugs are physiologically active. On the other hand, EEG biofeedback treatment studies for ADHD have reported promising results not only in significant reductions in hyperactive, inattentive, and disruptive behaviors, but also improvements in academic performance and IQ scores. However it is too boring for children to finish the whole treatment. The recent increase in computer usage in medicine and rehabilitation has changed the way health care is delivered. Virtual Reality technology provides specific stimuli that can be used in removing distractions and providing environments that get the subjects'attention and increasing their ability to concentrate. VR technology can hold a patient's attention for a longer period of time than other methods can, because VR is immersive, interactive and imaginal. Based on these aspects, we developed Attention Enhancement System (AES) using VR technology, EEG biofeedback, and cognitive training method for enhancing attention and made a clinical trial to people who have attention difficulty and behavioral problems.

Study on the Treatment of Premature Ejaculation in Oriental Medicine (조루증(早漏症) 치료(治療)의 한의학적(韓醫學的) 접근방법(接近方法)에 관(關)한 연구(硏究))

  • Song, Un-Yong;Kim, Hyeong-Kyun;Lee, Eon-Jeong;Song, Bong-Keun
    • The Journal of Korean Medicine
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    • v.19 no.1
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    • pp.444-469
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    • 1998
  • Premature ejaculation is the most common sexual dysfunction seen in the male, and it is found in 30 to 50% adult male population. It is defined as the inability to control the ejaculatory process for a sufficient length of time during intravaginal containment to satisfy his partner in at least fifty percent of his coital connections The majority of men with premature ejaculation have underlying psychologic origin of performance-anxiety type, but it is not always psychogenic and may also be a presenting symptom in certain organic disorders. In oriental medicine, the point of treatment of premature ejaculation is recovery of the good ejaculatory control, and the treatment can be approached in three ways as psychological therapy involving behavioral therapy, herb drugs, and acupuncture. This study has aims to investigate and summarize the current trend of treatment for premature ejaculation so as to suggest the effective and available way to treat the disease.

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Insomnia in the Elderly (노인에서의 불면증)

  • Sohn, Chang-Ho
    • Sleep Medicine and Psychophysiology
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    • v.8 no.1
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    • pp.5-10
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    • 2001
  • The prevalence of insomnia and the degree of impairment due to insomnia is greater than in the of young. The cause for insomnia in the elderly are various factors among the elderly is known to be high including medical, psychiatric, drug issues, circadian rhythm changes, sleep disorders, and psychosocial. So the careful evaluation to find the cause of insomnia is needed for the eldery. Treatment options for insomnia include behavior modification and pharmacotherapy. Outcome data from previous studies indicate that behavioral approaches produce reliable and durable therapeutic benefits, as evidenced by improved sleep efficiency and continuity and enhanced satisfaction with sleep patterns. Treatment methods such as stimulus control and sleep restriction, which target maladaptive sleep habits, are especially beneficial for older insomniacs, whereas relaxation-based interventions aimed at decreasing arousal, produce more limited effects. Cognitive and educational interventions are instrumental in altering age-related dysfunctional beliefs and attitudes about sleep. The choice of hypnotics is based on matching the nature of the insomnia to the hypnotic agent. The ideal agent has rapid onset, duration of action that lasts through the night but no residual daytime effects, and no adverse effects. The key for the healthcare professional is finding the appropriate treatment or treatment combination, including behavioral modification and pharmacotherapy. When hypnotics are indicated, the most appropriate short-acting agent should be considered.

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Effectiveness of Intra-anal Biofeedback and Electrical Stimulation in the Treatment of Children With Refractory Monosymptomatic Nocturnal Enuresis: A Comparative Randomized Controlled Trial

  • Abd El-Moghny, Seham Mohammed;El-Din, Manal Salah;El Shemy, Samah Attia
    • International Neurourology Journal
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    • v.22 no.4
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    • pp.295-304
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    • 2018
  • Purpose: To compare the effects of intra-anal biofeedback (BF) and intra-anal electrical stimulation (ES) on pelvic floor muscles (PFMs) activity, nocturnal bladder capacity, and frequency of wet night episodes in children with refractory primary monosymptomatic nocturnal enuresis (PMNE). Methods: Ninety children of both sexes aged 8-12 years with refractory PMNE participated in this study. They were randomly assigned to 3 groups of equal number: control group (CON) that underwent behavioral therapy and PFM training, and 2 study groups (BF and ES) that underwent the same program in addition to intra-anal BF training and intra-anal ES, respectively. PFMs activity was assessed using electromyography, nocturnal bladder capacity was evaluated by measuring the first morning voided volume, and a nocturnal enuresis diary was used for documenting wet night episodes before treatment and after 3 months of treatment. Results: After training, all groups showed statistically significant improvements in all measured outcomes compared to their pretreatment findings. The ES group showed significantly greater improvements in all measured outcomes than the CON and BF groups. Conclusions: Both intra-anal BF training and ES combined with behavioral therapy and PFMs training were effective in the treatment of PMNE, with intra-anal ES being superior to BF training.

Pediatric Dysphagia (기질적 섭식장애)

  • Kim, Min-Young
    • Pediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology & Nutrition
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    • v.12 no.sup1
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    • pp.77-84
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    • 2009
  • Pediatric dysphagia comes from disturbances in swallowing process, which has 'preparatory phase', 'oral phase', 'pharyngeal phase', and 'esophageal phase', and mainly the causes are neuro-muscular discoor-dination. It is necessary to recognize clinical manifestation if they have accompanied organic disorder and diagnose accurately. Videofluoroscopic study evaluation is a valuable method to find out abnormal swallowing mechanism at each phases. Treatment should be diagnosis specific, and multidisciplinary team approach is desirable. We can use various behavioral techniques to facilitate normal swallowing mechanism including conditioning of oral and pharyngeal structures, bolus manipulation, postural compensation, and adaptive feeding utensils. Important point is that the diagnosis and treatment for pediatric dysphagia should not be delayed because children are under development.

Review of Oriental Medical Psychotherapy for Obesity (한방비만 치료와 정신요법)

  • Choi, Seung
    • Journal of Korean Medicine for Obesity Research
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    • v.6 no.2
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    • pp.1-15
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    • 2006
  • Based on the fact that obesity is a complicated disease, we must treat obesity in a holistic way, but psychological factors are usually neglected in the clinical field. Oriental Medicine is basically holistic and psychosomatic, however, there are very few psychotherapy approaches in Oriental Medical treatment. In this review Oriental Medicine psychotherapy is outlined and a new model for oriental psychotherapy for the treatment of obesity is introduced. This program has a multi dimensional approach that includes behavioral, cognitive and spiritual components. The behavioral component relates to the discipline of diet and exercise. The cognitive aspect focuses on the mind. The third and possibly the most important component deals with one's spirit and awareness of their true self. This program is called "Yangsung" which means "Finding and raising one's true self."

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A Successful Treatment of Compulsive Tail-Chasing Behavior with Only Psychotropic Medications in a Miniature Poodle

  • Shin, Yoon-Joo;Kim, Sun-A
    • Journal of Veterinary Clinics
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    • v.39 no.5
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    • pp.282-285
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    • 2022
  • Compulsive behavior is a sequence of movements usually derived from normal maintenance behaviors that are performed out of context in a repetitive, exaggerated, ritualistic, and sustained manner. In general, the treatment plan includes environmental management, behavior modifications, and psychotropic medications, however, the prognosis is varied. In this case report, a 9-year-old neutered male miniature poodle presented with a lifelong history of tail chasing and mutilation. Based on the behavioral history, observations, and physical examination, compulsive disorder was diagnosed. The dog's compulsive tail chasing behavior improved only with a combination of psychotropic medications, including fluoxetine, trazodone, and gabapentin.

A Case of Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy for a Patient with Panic Disorder (공황 장애 환자의 인지-행동 치료 1례)

  • Kang, Dong-Woo;Choi, Young-Hee;Lee, Jung-Hum;Chung, Young-Cho
    • Korean Journal of Psychosomatic Medicine
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    • v.4 no.2
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    • pp.245-253
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    • 1996
  • In spite of its prominent effects on reduction of panic attacks and preveniton of relapse, cognitive-behavioral therapy(CBT) for panic disorder is seldomly utilized and studied in this country. for the past year, authors have modified CBT program for panic disorder that was based on PCT(panic control program) designed by Dr. Barlow and Dr. Craske. Our program is composed of informational component, somatic management skills, cognitive restructuring, interoceptive exposure and in vivo exposure. One patient has significantly improved by this program and satisfied with the treatment result. The aim of this article is to present our experience of treating a panic patient with CBT.

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Impact of CRM Activities on Behavioral Intention Through the Relational Benefits : A Focus on the Cosmetic Industry (고객 접점에서의 CRM 활동이 관계혜택을 매개로 행동의도에 미치는 영향 : 화장품산업을 중심으로)

  • Zhang, Yuanrong;Kang, Seung-Chul;Min, Dai-Hwan
    • Journal of Information Technology Services
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    • v.10 no.2
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    • pp.21-39
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    • 2011
  • After ten years from the introduction of CRM systems, many companies reevaluate CRM from the perspective of customers. This paper classifies CRM activities at the contact points with customers and investigates the effect of CRM activities on perceived benefits and the effect of perceived benefits on behavioral intention in the Korean cosmetic industry. The result showed that contact management and complaint handling affected social benefits and that customers perceived confidence benefits from contact management, complaint handling, and churn management. Special treatment benefits were affected by all CRM activities including compensation management. Finally, all kinds of benefits had effects on behavioral intention such as recommendation intention and repurchase intention.

Customer Misbehavior in Retail Settings: The Retail Employee Perspective (유통환경에서의 고객 부정행동 고찰: 유통업체 종업원 관점)

  • Park, Kyung-Ae
    • Journal of the Korean Society of Clothing and Textiles
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    • v.34 no.7
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    • pp.1220-1231
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    • 2010
  • This study examined customer misbehaviors in retail settings by identifying behavioral patterns and exploring behavioral backgrounds and consequences from the employee's perspectives. Qualitative data were collected from an individual interview method, and 222 interviews were analyzed. Customer misbehavior was categorized into unethical returns, problem behaviors in service encounters, unreasonable demands, shoplifting/fraud, ill-mannered behaviors, and selfish behaviors. Behavioral backgrounds included dissatisfaction, unreasonable expectations, actively benefiting of service failures, taking advantage of service standards, illegitimate complaints, monetary gains, transferring responsibility, and demanding special treatment. Employees experienced stress facing misbehaving customers with no other choice except to accept misbehaviors and learned misbehaviors as customers themselves. The study further discusses the implications.