Issue 1 January - April 2014
Contents
Editorial Article
Burn out syndrome
Wednesday, January 1, 2014
Pages: 1-2
Review Paper
Psychosocial and cultural aspects of pain. gender and identity issues of pain
Tsirtsiridou Vasiliki, Vassilopoulou Georgia
Wednesday, January 1, 2014
Pages: 3-14
Recording of pain starts simultaneously with recording of history. This experience is based on cultural and social factors. These determine the perception and expression of pain, seeking medical assistance and receptivity to treatment. The aim of the present study was to review the literature about the psychosocial and cultural aspects of pain.
Review Paper
Αnxiety and depression in patients undergoing cardiac surgery
Toulia Georgia, Koutsopoulou Vasiliki
Wednesday, January 1, 2014
Pages: 15-22
Τ he aim of the present study was to explore anxiety and depression in patients undergoing cardiac surgery. Results : The review of the literature showed that many factors trigger the problems of mental health that should be systematically evaluated as they may affect even the biological course of the disease. Rehabilitation programs contribute significantly to the reduction of anxiety and
Review Paper
Τhe influence of diabetes on the emergence of emotional disorders: a literature review
Wednesday, January 1, 2014
Pages: 23-34
Introduction: People with diabetes mellitus are more likely to have emotional or behavioral problems than others without diabetes. Glycemic regulation aims at the prevention of complications. However, the manner in which people with diabetes take care of their disease varies substantially, and not all nonadherence reflects an underlying psychosocial problem. Aim: The aim of this literature
Original Paper
Smoking addiction and methods of treatment
Koutinou Eleni, Patentalakis Michalis, Dimitriadou Maria, Pappa Alexandra, Evagelou Eleni, Koutelekos John, Xatzoglou Chrisi
Wednesday, January 1, 2014
Pages: 35-46
Effective treatments can lead to permanent smoking cessation, however, they must be readily available to all smokers. The higher rates of abstinence from smoking areachieved through specialized psychological assistance, pharmaceutical treatment and counseling support. The aim of the present study was to explore the demographic characteristics and smoking history of smokers attending a
Original Paper
Exploration of drug users profile
Alexopoulou Nektaria, Georgiadi Elpida, Polikandrioti Maria, Korkovili Maria, Mpaseta Angeliki, Maina Anna
Wednesday, January 1, 2014
Pages: 47-61
The aim of this study was to explore the profile of drug users in the Athens and the characteristics of the use ( injecting and syringe sharing ) . Method and material : Data were collected by the completion of questionnaire by personal interview of184 drug users who came to the Emergency Assistance Unit and Support (MAVY) OKANA for the first time. Results : The sample consisted of 184
Special Article
Patients' satisfaction by the provided care
Anterioti Paraskeui, Antoniou Georgios
Wednesday, January 1, 2014
Pages: 62-68
Patients' satisfaction with the services provided by the health care is an important issue in the field of health. The World Health Organization defines 'health' as a state of complete mental, physical and social wellbeing. When patient feel unhappy or that their needs and desires are not take into account is a sign of lack of welfare and poor quality health care. Patient satisfaction is an important
