Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), is a psycho-social intervention that is designed to talk through a person’s mental dreads that can help a person manage his problems by changing the way he thinks behaves and processes real-life situations.
CBT counselling is most commonly used to treat anxiety and depression, but behavioural therapy can also be useful for other mental and physical health problems. Learn more: https://coursegate.co.uk/cognitive-behavioural-therapy/
This is a guide to the basic model that underpins Cognitive Behavioural Therapy. It is not intended to replace any professional advice and the author does not work in any medical field; he does, however, have experience of using the tools in a different industry (not related to the medical profession) and he also has experience of having used the tools in a personal capaciity.
Cbt workshop for internationally trained health professionalsMatt Stan
Cognitive therapy is an active, directed, time-limited, structured approach, used to treat a variety of psychiatric disorders (depression, anxiety, phobias, chronic pain and others)
This is a guide to the basic model that underpins Cognitive Behavioural Therapy. It is not intended to replace any professional advice and the author does not work in any medical field; he does, however, have experience of using the tools in a different industry (not related to the medical profession) and he also has experience of having used the tools in a personal capaciity.
Cbt workshop for internationally trained health professionalsMatt Stan
Cognitive therapy is an active, directed, time-limited, structured approach, used to treat a variety of psychiatric disorders (depression, anxiety, phobias, chronic pain and others)
What is cognitive behaviour therapy?
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Who can go for therapy?
What happens during therapy?
What’s the role of the therapist?
How long does therapy last?
How will I know that therapy is working?
Can I get medication as well?
What can I do to supplement therapy?
How much does therapy cost?
Can my insurance cover cognitive behavioural therapy?
I am unsure of therapy. What should I do?
Where can I find a therapist?
Post Graduate Diploma in Psychological Counselling from the Institute for Behavioural and Management Sciences, India
Degree of Doctorate in Philosophy (Alternative Medicines) from the Indian Board of Alternative Medicines, established under the World Health Organization (WHO)
His counselling and therapies are based on the principle that our Mind affects our 3 Bs :
Brain (mental health)
Body (physical health)
Behaviour (social health)
CBT is a for of psychological therapy used to alter subjects thoughts to improve behaviors and or feelings. it is great tool to be used for psychological disease or chronic diseases. this presentation cover the basics aspects of CBT with some studies about use of CBT in pulmonary diseases.
This presentation discusses the use of cognitive behavioral therapy and mindfulness in treating addiction.
By Tony Pacione, LCSW, CSADC
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Saint Joseph Hospital
Chicago, IL
What is cognitive behaviour therapy?
What issues does cognitive therapy address?
What are the basic principles of cognitive behaviour therapy?
What are the benefits of cognitive behavioural therapy?
Who can go for therapy?
What happens during therapy?
What’s the role of the therapist?
How long does therapy last?
How will I know that therapy is working?
Can I get medication as well?
What can I do to supplement therapy?
How much does therapy cost?
Can my insurance cover cognitive behavioural therapy?
I am unsure of therapy. What should I do?
Where can I find a therapist?
Post Graduate Diploma in Psychological Counselling from the Institute for Behavioural and Management Sciences, India
Degree of Doctorate in Philosophy (Alternative Medicines) from the Indian Board of Alternative Medicines, established under the World Health Organization (WHO)
His counselling and therapies are based on the principle that our Mind affects our 3 Bs :
Brain (mental health)
Body (physical health)
Behaviour (social health)
CBT is a for of psychological therapy used to alter subjects thoughts to improve behaviors and or feelings. it is great tool to be used for psychological disease or chronic diseases. this presentation cover the basics aspects of CBT with some studies about use of CBT in pulmonary diseases.
This presentation discusses the use of cognitive behavioral therapy and mindfulness in treating addiction.
By Tony Pacione, LCSW, CSADC
Harborview Recovery Center
Saint Joseph Hospital
Chicago, IL
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Being stuck in traffic can evoke two kinds of reactions in individuals; One can either utilize the time to listen to music, talk to friends or in some way that amuses dear ones, or can fret and fume and convert the situation into moments of stress.
A psychologist can help you paintings through such troubles. Through psychotherapy, psychologists help human beings of every age live happier, healthier and extra efficient lives.
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There are many kinds of therapeutic approaches to treat mental disorders, but research has shown that results demonstrated by Cognitive behavioral therapy is more effective and moreover permanent. Even the most mild cases of depression can be treated holistically with cognitive behavioral therapy centers.
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Individuals who come to treatment are often conflicted. Substance abuse has negatively impacted their lives, but they cannot imagine a better or different future without it. The goal of cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) is to help individuals change their lives by placing more emphasis on things they need to value, rather than what their addiction is telling them to value.
CBT helps them envision how their lives would improve if they pursued aspirations aligned with their values. When individuals reflect on their values and aspirations, they can see their actions’ short-term and long-term effects. As a result, individuals are motivated to change old habits and adopt healthier lifestyles.
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Title: Sense of Taste
Presenter: Dr. Faiza, Assistant Professor of Physiology
Qualifications:
MBBS (Best Graduate, AIMC Lahore)
FCPS Physiology
ICMT, CHPE, DHPE (STMU)
MPH (GC University, Faisalabad)
MBA (Virtual University of Pakistan)
Learning Objectives:
Describe the structure and function of taste buds.
Describe the relationship between the taste threshold and taste index of common substances.
Explain the chemical basis and signal transduction of taste perception for each type of primary taste sensation.
Recognize different abnormalities of taste perception and their causes.
Key Topics:
Significance of Taste Sensation:
Differentiation between pleasant and harmful food
Influence on behavior
Selection of food based on metabolic needs
Receptors of Taste:
Taste buds on the tongue
Influence of sense of smell, texture of food, and pain stimulation (e.g., by pepper)
Primary and Secondary Taste Sensations:
Primary taste sensations: Sweet, Sour, Salty, Bitter, Umami
Chemical basis and signal transduction mechanisms for each taste
Taste Threshold and Index:
Taste threshold values for Sweet (sucrose), Salty (NaCl), Sour (HCl), and Bitter (Quinine)
Taste index relationship: Inversely proportional to taste threshold
Taste Blindness:
Inability to taste certain substances, particularly thiourea compounds
Example: Phenylthiocarbamide
Structure and Function of Taste Buds:
Composition: Epithelial cells, Sustentacular/Supporting cells, Taste cells, Basal cells
Features: Taste pores, Taste hairs/microvilli, and Taste nerve fibers
Location of Taste Buds:
Found in papillae of the tongue (Fungiform, Circumvallate, Foliate)
Also present on the palate, tonsillar pillars, epiglottis, and proximal esophagus
Mechanism of Taste Stimulation:
Interaction of taste substances with receptors on microvilli
Signal transduction pathways for Umami, Sweet, Bitter, Sour, and Salty tastes
Taste Sensitivity and Adaptation:
Decrease in sensitivity with age
Rapid adaptation of taste sensation
Role of Saliva in Taste:
Dissolution of tastants to reach receptors
Washing away the stimulus
Taste Preferences and Aversions:
Mechanisms behind taste preference and aversion
Influence of receptors and neural pathways
Impact of Sensory Nerve Damage:
Degeneration of taste buds if the sensory nerve fiber is cut
Abnormalities of Taste Detection:
Conditions: Ageusia, Hypogeusia, Dysgeusia (parageusia)
Causes: Nerve damage, neurological disorders, infections, poor oral hygiene, adverse drug effects, deficiencies, aging, tobacco use, altered neurotransmitter levels
Neurotransmitters and Taste Threshold:
Effects of serotonin (5-HT) and norepinephrine (NE) on taste sensitivity
Supertasters:
25% of the population with heightened sensitivity to taste, especially bitterness
Increased number of fungiform papillae
Pulmonary Thromboembolism - etilogy, types, medical- Surgical and nursing man...VarunMahajani
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These lecture slides, by Dr Sidra Arshad, offer a quick overview of physiological basis of a normal electrocardiogram.
Learning objectives:
1. Define an electrocardiogram (ECG) and electrocardiography
2. Describe how dipoles generated by the heart produce the waveforms of the ECG
3. Describe the components of a normal electrocardiogram of a typical bipolar leads (limb II)
4. Differentiate between intervals and segments
5. Enlist some common indications for obtaining an ECG
Study Resources:
1. Chapter 11, Guyton and Hall Textbook of Medical Physiology, 14th edition
2. Chapter 9, Human Physiology - From Cells to Systems, Lauralee Sherwood, 9th edition
3. Chapter 29, Ganong’s Review of Medical Physiology, 26th edition
4. Electrocardiogram, StatPearls - https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK549803/
5. ECG in Medical Practice by ABM Abdullah, 4th edition
6. ECG Basics, http://www.nataliescasebook.com/tag/e-c-g-basics
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Atrioventricular conduction blocks ( AV blocks ) are classified into 3 types.
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The prostate is an exocrine gland of the male mammalian reproductive system
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A healthy human prostate measures (4cm-vertical, by 3cm-horizontal, 2cm ant-post ).
It surrounds the urethra just below the urinary bladder. It has anterior, median, posterior and two lateral lobes
It’s work is regulated by androgens which are responsible for male sex characteristics
Generalised disease of the prostate due to hormonal derangement which leads to non malignant enlargement of the gland (increase in the number of epithelial cells and stromal tissue)to cause compression of the urethra leading to symptoms (LUTS
Explore natural remedies for syphilis treatment in Singapore. Discover alternative therapies, herbal remedies, and lifestyle changes that may complement conventional treatments. Learn about holistic approaches to managing syphilis symptoms and supporting overall health.
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Artificial intelligence (AI) refers to the simulation of human intelligence processes by machines, especially computer systems. It encompasses tasks such as learning, reasoning, problem-solving, perception, and language understanding. AI technologies are revolutionizing various fields, from healthcare to finance, by enabling machines to perform tasks that typically require human intelligence.
These simplified slides by Dr. Sidra Arshad present an overview of the non-respiratory functions of the respiratory tract.
Learning objectives:
1. Enlist the non-respiratory functions of the respiratory tract
2. Briefly explain how these functions are carried out
3. Discuss the significance of dead space
4. Differentiate between minute ventilation and alveolar ventilation
5. Describe the cough and sneeze reflexes
Study Resources:
1. Chapter 39, Guyton and Hall Textbook of Medical Physiology, 14th edition
2. Chapter 34, Ganong’s Review of Medical Physiology, 26th edition
3. Chapter 17, Human Physiology by Lauralee Sherwood, 9th edition
4. Non-respiratory functions of the lungs https://academic.oup.com/bjaed/article/13/3/98/278874
Lung Cancer: Artificial Intelligence, Synergetics, Complex System Analysis, S...Oleg Kshivets
RESULTS: Overall life span (LS) was 2252.1±1742.5 days and cumulative 5-year survival (5YS) reached 73.2%, 10 years – 64.8%, 20 years – 42.5%. 513 LCP lived more than 5 years (LS=3124.6±1525.6 days), 148 LCP – more than 10 years (LS=5054.4±1504.1 days).199 LCP died because of LC (LS=562.7±374.5 days). 5YS of LCP after bi/lobectomies was significantly superior in comparison with LCP after pneumonectomies (78.1% vs.63.7%, P=0.00001 by log-rank test). AT significantly improved 5YS (66.3% vs. 34.8%) (P=0.00000 by log-rank test) only for LCP with N1-2. Cox modeling displayed that 5YS of LCP significantly depended on: phase transition (PT) early-invasive LC in terms of synergetics, PT N0—N12, cell ratio factors (ratio between cancer cells- CC and blood cells subpopulations), G1-3, histology, glucose, AT, blood cell circuit, prothrombin index, heparin tolerance, recalcification time (P=0.000-0.038). Neural networks, genetic algorithm selection and bootstrap simulation revealed relationships between 5YS and PT early-invasive LC (rank=1), PT N0—N12 (rank=2), thrombocytes/CC (3), erythrocytes/CC (4), eosinophils/CC (5), healthy cells/CC (6), lymphocytes/CC (7), segmented neutrophils/CC (8), stick neutrophils/CC (9), monocytes/CC (10); leucocytes/CC (11). Correct prediction of 5YS was 100% by neural networks computing (area under ROC curve=1.0; error=0.0).
CONCLUSIONS: 5YS of LCP after radical procedures significantly depended on: 1) PT early-invasive cancer; 2) PT N0--N12; 3) cell ratio factors; 4) blood cell circuit; 5) biochemical factors; 6) hemostasis system; 7) AT; 8) LC characteristics; 9) LC cell dynamics; 10) surgery type: lobectomy/pneumonectomy; 11) anthropometric data. Optimal diagnosis and treatment strategies for LC are: 1) screening and early detection of LC; 2) availability of experienced thoracic surgeons because of complexity of radical procedures; 3) aggressive en block surgery and adequate lymph node dissection for completeness; 4) precise prediction; 5) adjuvant chemoimmunoradiotherapy for LCP with unfavorable prognosis.
New Directions in Targeted Therapeutic Approaches for Older Adults With Mantl...i3 Health
i3 Health is pleased to make the speaker slides from this activity available for use as a non-accredited self-study or teaching resource.
This slide deck presented by Dr. Kami Maddocks, Professor-Clinical in the Division of Hematology and
Associate Division Director for Ambulatory Operations
The Ohio State University Comprehensive Cancer Center, will provide insight into new directions in targeted therapeutic approaches for older adults with mantle cell lymphoma.
STATEMENT OF NEED
Mantle cell lymphoma (MCL) is a rare, aggressive B-cell non-Hodgkin lymphoma (NHL) accounting for 5% to 7% of all lymphomas. Its prognosis ranges from indolent disease that does not require treatment for years to very aggressive disease, which is associated with poor survival (Silkenstedt et al, 2021). Typically, MCL is diagnosed at advanced stage and in older patients who cannot tolerate intensive therapy (NCCN, 2022). Although recent advances have slightly increased remission rates, recurrence and relapse remain very common, leading to a median overall survival between 3 and 6 years (LLS, 2021). Though there are several effective options, progress is still needed towards establishing an accepted frontline approach for MCL (Castellino et al, 2022). Treatment selection and management of MCL are complicated by the heterogeneity of prognosis, advanced age and comorbidities of patients, and lack of an established standard approach for treatment, making it vital that clinicians be familiar with the latest research and advances in this area. In this activity chaired by Michael Wang, MD, Professor in the Department of Lymphoma & Myeloma at MD Anderson Cancer Center, expert faculty will discuss prognostic factors informing treatment, the promising results of recent trials in new therapeutic approaches, and the implications of treatment resistance in therapeutic selection for MCL.
Target Audience
Hematology/oncology fellows, attending faculty, and other health care professionals involved in the treatment of patients with mantle cell lymphoma (MCL).
Learning Objectives
1.) Identify clinical and biological prognostic factors that can guide treatment decision making for older adults with MCL
2.) Evaluate emerging data on targeted therapeutic approaches for treatment-naive and relapsed/refractory MCL and their applicability to older adults
3.) Assess mechanisms of resistance to targeted therapies for MCL and their implications for treatment selection
New Directions in Targeted Therapeutic Approaches for Older Adults With Mantl...
What is Cognitive Behavioural Therapy?
1. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy: Everything
You Need To Know
Ever been in a situation where you wanted to make your opinion heard but didn’t speak out for yourself fearing
rejection. Maybe that one time when you wanted to ask for a raise at your office but passed off the chance
fearing you might hurt someone’s feelings or may end up not having a valid opinion. Sounds familiar! Right?
The human mind regulates the behavioural aspects of a human. Cognitive refers to the process of learning
through experience. They appear in our mind both consciously while we are aware and unconsciously while
2. we are unaware of them. Behaviour refers to the way we react to situations. Believe me, we all sound stupid
while talking to ourselves when we are clueless about what we want
Naturally, the human mind avoids confrontational situations. It is the perception of the situation rather than the
situation itself that determines the way we react to any situation. The normal human behavioural tends to avoid
uncertainty to pile up misery upon misery and ultimately creates bitterness in our mind.
With a negative interpretation of a situation creates a negative reaction within us. Finding a positive viewpoint
leads to improved wellbeing. The actions we take are based on what we think about a situation. Just changing
our way of thinking changes our emotional state towards something.
What is Cognitive Behavioural Therapy?
Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), is a psycho-socialintervention that is designed to talk through a
person’s mental dreads that can help a person manage his problems by changing the way he thinks behaves and
processes real-life situations.
CBT counselling is most commonly used to treat anxiety and depression, but behavioural therapy can also be
useful for other mental and physical health problems.
The advantage of CBT counselling is it takes a really short time. A client may attend 1 (at best 2) sessions
every week each lasting an hour. With most emotional problems taking 6-8 months. During this time the client
and therapist openly conversate among themselves to detect the problem and introduce the patient to cognitive
behavioural therapy (CBT) technique he may want to apply for the patient
How does Cognitive Behavioural Therapy work?
Some forms of traditional psychotherapy treatments used to focus on looking into the past of the patient. The
contrasting fact of cbt is that it focuses on understanding the present thoughts and beliefs of patients.
CBT helps people where thoughts and beliefs of a person are at a sensitive and in some cases at an emotional
standoff. This treatment emphasizes identifying and challenging the existing perception of the person to bring
positive change to how he views a situation.
3. CBT makes us more aware of how our thought patterns regulate our day to day life. This thought pattern
ultimately relates to our reality and how we behave and react to situations.
A person with a distorted mindset and viewpoint are more likely to:
Have a negative mindset
Mistakenly see the situation is always against him
Jump to a wrong premeditated conclusion.
CBT focuses on changing these autogenerated thoughts that create a victim persona inside him. It changes his
way of thinking and the way he looks at things. Cognitive behavioural therapy also relieves him from all the
self-imposed stress that is created in his mind enabling him to live a healthier and more productive life.
How CBT sessions are carried out
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) is usually a one-on-one therapy involving the therapist and the patient.,
but the therapy can also be held in group sessions.
4. If the patient has CBT on an individual basis, he will require to meet with a cbt therapist 5-15 times on a
weekly basis depending on the situation of the patient.
The exposure therapy is the technique of treating anxiety disorders which involves exposing the patient to the
source of anxiety. The aim of the program is to help them overcome their distress without causing them any
danger and free him from his self imposed fear. The sessions may take place:
In a clinic
At any outdoor place – particularly is the patient feels any discomfort of the outdoors
In the patients home – if the patient has any phobia involving any specific home appliance
The therapy can also be very effective in group sessions with people sharing their feelings among several other
people who might share the same problems.
The members of the group can support each other by forming a circle of trust and enable each other to open up
to each other to confront their weaknesses. Therapy sessions involving family & friends have also produced
powerfulresults for patients and has produced better results.
5. Why is Cognitive Behavioural Therapy important?
People mainly choose this goal-oriented treatment to approach assertively what they themselves have realized
must be fixed. CBT is most commonly used to treat anxiety and depression, but the method can also be helpful
for certain other physical and mental health problems as well such as:
Drug or alcohol addiction problems
Sexual and relationship problems
Insomnia (inability to sleep).
Eating disorders, etc.
CBT can also be helpful to approach certain other psychosocialproblems that originate in the human mind due
to negativity such as:
Anger problems
Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD)
Phobias
Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
Psychosis
Schizophrenia
How effective is CBT treatment?
Over the past few decades, the common practice of psychology has drastically shifted towards evidence and
research-based treatment of patients. The media has also brought attention to introducing more CBT based
treatment rather than traditional techniques.
Due to the availability of extensive research data. As the whole thing is hands-on approach patients are getting
much better outputs within a short time and are getting more productive in their daily activities.
6. How to start a career as a Cognitive Behavioural Therapist?
Primarily to start a career as a cognitive behavioural therapist (CBT therapist) you will at first need a four-year
bachelor’s degree. You will need a postgraduate degree in mental health to be able to be a CBT counsellor.
It is not solely necessary for you to have an undergraduate degree in mental health. Anyone with relevant
background on social work, sociology, psychology, art may also have a strong background about how the
human mind works.
You may still be able to enrol yourself onto a postgraduate training without a related degree. For this, you will
need to show that you meet the skill, knowledge and attitude requirements. Having previous voluntary
experience of working with people with mental health issues will also help.
A post-graduation degree is just the start of seekers journey into the world of CBT treatments. BABCP(British
Association for Behavioural and Cognitive Psychotherapies) is the main accreditation body for Cognitive
Behavioural Psychotherapists.
Usually, all Councillors opt for a higher degree such as a Doctorate even a Post Doctorate degree. The field of
research in the human mind its behaviour and to integrate its productivity is still open. Even The government is
7. spending large sums on research regarding this issue. So research can also be a good source of income for
psychotherapists.
How much does a Cognitive Behavioural Therapist make?
Cognitive Behavioural therapists working with NHS can expect a salary between £26,500 tp £41,500 annually.
Therapists working in private organisations can also expect to earn a similar amount.
CBT therapists working in private can expect to earn approximately £40 to £100 per session. Having the
experience to work with more patients and having more research experience will enable you to have more call
ups and incomes.
8. Pro Tips to become a successful Cognitive Behavioural
Therapist
To be a successful Cognitive behavioural therapist you will need the presence of some special characteristics
and key strength points on a personal level, along with the educational and research background. These
include:
Strong organisational and brainstorming skills: while treating a patient who is fragile about a
particular situation or an aspect of life or suffering from a trauma presence of mind of the
therapist is one of the most important skills he needs.
You will have to listen to the patient attentively and relate his problems and psychology to a
particular pattern. In this field, almost all cases are somewhat unique so each case has to be
personalised and when necessary take improvised measures to treat the patient.
Empathy: to work as a CBT counsellor you are always going to work with emotionally unstable
people who are willing to open up to you about the most feared and emotional aspects of their
life. Listening to someone’s stressful and difficult secrets and wholeheartedly trying to relieve
them of their pain is not an easy job. It requires a lot of passion.
Good relationship building skill: You will have to build a friendly relationship with your
patients in order to enable them to trust you and repair their broken self or help them find and
regain back their lost energy.
Great listening power: a CBR therapist will spend most of his time listening to his clients and
try to find out his goals for taking the session. In order to be successful in this profession,
excellent listening skill is essential.
Communicating with a patient: while treating a patient and building up trust with him active
two-way communication is a must otherwise the goal of the treatment may not even be fruitful.
As an individual gains the power to cope up with the fears that haunted him down he automatically becomes
more productive and happy. The methods a patient learns during the sessions may not always give him the
strength and courage immediately to face his fears. With repeated practice of facing his emotions, the itchy
feeling is sure to pass off sometime in the future to mark him free from the bad afflictions.