Foundation managers view themselves as catalysts rather than instigators of change. As clinical researchers, physical therapists must become instigators in determining the direction of change for patient care and physical therapy services. Foundations offer monetary support to make those determinations, and the approach can be as simple as that outlined ...

Life satisfaction is examined utilizing a multidimensional approach. Hypotheses were proposed and tested for each of the dimensions of LSIA (Life Satisfaction Index A) within an activity theory perspective. The results provide qualified support for the theory. Some dimensions; however, show a better fit than others. Lack of a more ...

This review of new developments in clinical neuropsychology is intended to acquaint the practicing psychiatrist with the current status of the field, focusing on its applicability to a variety of psychiatric situations. The approach of Luria is described in some detail, essentially because this represents one of the major formulations ...

The causes of vomiting can be grouped into two categories, corresponding to the neural sites of emetogenesis--the emesis center (EC) and the chemoreceptor trigger zone (CTZ). Anatomic disorders induce vomiting via the EC, whereas toxic and metabolic problems do so via activity of the CTZ. Antihistamines have antiemetic effects at ...

A stereotaxic atlas of the telencephalon, diencephalon and mesencephalon of a turtle (Chrysemys picta picta) is presented. A description is given of the procedures employed in the construction of the atlas and a few suggestions are offered as to possible uses. The importance of the study of the turtle in ...

The problem of combined workplace exposures has been long recognized but rarely written about. This article explores some of the problems of approaching and defining-combined exposures, reviews several categories of combined exposures, and emphasizes a practical preventive medicine approach to combined exposures. It is hoped that this article will stimulate ...

This article reviews some of the problems which have been encountered in the application of automatic image analysis to problems in biology. Some of the questions involved in the actual formulation of such a problem for this approach are considered as well as the difficulties in the analysis due to ...

We have stressed problems attendant on studies of the MHC, ignoring non-HLA factors and their role in allograft immunity. Many other topics could have been chosen for discussion is any such overview; our selection reflects our own interests. We felt assured, however, that excellent coverage by our many colleagues of ...

As additional studies of assessment of analyzability have been reported, research has proven very difficult and provided little clarification. This paper reviews the literature, particularly of the last twenty-five years, from the viewpoint of identifying the nature of the problems in developing useful methods of study. Some approaches to these ...

A method for the application of traction to misplaced maxillary canines in the palate is described. The treatment approach is from the palatal side, with initial traction applied in a lingually downward direction to prevent interference with the neighboring teeth. Emphasis is placed on the suitability of the method as ...

After assessing the data currently available on the multiple modalities used to manage priapism secondary to sickle cell disease we adopted a specific therapeutic regimen for the treatment of this problem. Early non-surgical measures, including hydration, alkalization and analgesics, rapid red cell infusion to double the hematocrit and late shunting ...

Josiah Royce (1855-1916), philosopher of community, taught that social consciousness arises from ego-alter contrasts and is guided by taboos and, before George H. Mead, by reciprocal gestures. A major Roycean contribution was his five conditions for coexperiencing consciousness of genuine community. Related to Freud (via Putnam), Royce did early work ...

An investigation was made into the menopausal symptoms and attitudes of 1, 148 Israeli women of five different ethnic origins. The results show that, while some of the somatic menopausal symptoms are independent of ethnic origin, psychic and psychosomatic symptoms are more closely associated with this variable. Similarly, attitudes to ...

A mathematical model of an influenza epidemic which occurred in 1961 is suggested. The mathematics imply conclusions on the practical control of similar outbreaks. This is a technique applicable to one general practice.

Rotational abnormalities in the lower extremities are common in the growing child, but they seldom represent any serious handicap in adult life. When confronted with such a problem, the physician should carefully rule out any underlying pathologic abnormality and should approach the problem in a step-wise fashion. The component parts ...

Thalassaemia is a significant public health problem in Australia. There is a need for improved patient education about the disease in order to prevent unnecessary anxieties. The recent advent of methods for antenatal diagnosis has given emphasis to a preventive approach. A screening and counselling service established at Queen Victoria ...

We have approached the problems of increasing urological liability claims with a superficial study of their causes and some suggested solutions. We believe that this approach is important because it is one that the urological community can take immediately rather than waiting for changes in state and federal laws that ...

Relationships between the individuals of a population have been previously studied from the point of view of prediction. Edwards (1967) suggested that the problem of detailed population structure could also be studied from the point of view of inference. Even where inferences of practical applicability cannot be made, such an ...

A multidisciplinary team is described which was developed for dealing with the complex problems of the visually handicapped child in British Columbia. One hundred blind children were studied. Optic atrophy was the most frequent type of ocular pathology, followed by cataracts and retinopathy of prematurity. The most common etiological basis ...

Martens has presented and excellent and provocative paper in an extremely interesting area. He has certainly outlined most of the complexities of anxiety, discussed the limitations and strengths of various theoretical approaches to its study, and has presented alternatives to existing methods. My approach has been to try to summarize ...

The use of gimballed and strapped down star trackers for spacecraft attitude determination is a well-developed technology, but it presupposes some restricted degree of knowledge about the star positions and usually requires a special maneuver to obtain a favorable vehicle attitude. The paper considers the general problem of self-contained attitude ...

A multidisciplinary approach in the support of AIDS volunteers is discussed employing three dimensions: educational, social and psychological. This approach was developed by the Foundation for Interfaith Research and Ministry (FIRM) in Houston, Texas, to combat volunteer burnout and attrition often exhibited by volunteers when serving clients with AIDS and ...

Constipation is a common but poorly understood problem. Within the UK it is estimated that three million GP consultations relate to constipation every year. It is a problem that could affect any person at any time, yet it is often preventable. There is no accepted definition for constipation, however, and ...

There is a divide between hospital and community in relation to the availability of wound dressing products. The Drug Tariff is the focus for this divide but is not the only cause of the problem. The issues of communication and education have an important part to play. A multidisciplinary approach ...

Recognition of early human industries takes on significance with the realization that commitment to tools is the novel adaptive design accounting for the emergence of man. The most abundant evidence for the emergence of man consists of the stones that he refashioned. But recognizing these objects is a problem, as ...

The ecology of freshwater snails-in particular those which act as intermediate hosts of bilharziasis-is reviewed in the light of the much more extensive knowledge available on the breeding-places of anopheline mosquitos. Experimental ecological methods are recommended for the field and laboratory investigation of a number of common problems involved in ...