The river of life method in a schema therapy groups
This article introduces the River of Life Method, a novel technique for facilitating group schema therapy, based on the metaphor of a river of life. The method helps patients to identify and modify their maladaptive schemas and modes in a nurturing process in the group. The article describes the theoretical background, the practical steps, and the clinical applications of the method. It also presents the patients' experience with the method, based on their feedback and self-reports. The results showed that the method was well received by both patients and therapists, and that it had positive effects on schema modes, psycho...
Source: Neuroendocrinology Letters - January 31, 2024 Category: Endocrinology Authors: Jan Prasko Marie Ociskova Julius Burkauskas Jakub Vanek Ilona Krone Julija Gecaite-Stonciene Marija Abeltina Jelena Holomany Milos Slepecky Alicja Juskiene Source Type: research

Expression and Significance of Inflammatory Factors in Idiopathic Spinal Epidural Lipomatosis (Grade III)
CONCLUSION: iSEL demonstrated elevated inflammatory cells and imbalance towards proinflammatory cytokines in adipocytes of epidural adipose tissue that may be associated with the pathogenesis of symptomatic iSEL. These data suggest that inflammatory response could be one of the mechanisms of iSEL. However, further multicenter epidemiological investigations and rigorous basic and clinical research are warranted to elucidate the specific etiology of iSEL.PMID:38295429 (Source: Neuroendocrinology Letters)
Source: Neuroendocrinology Letters - January 31, 2024 Category: Endocrinology Authors: Mingkun Yang Hang Zhang Minyi Liu Xindong Jia Tao Du Dengpu Wu Source Type: research

Recurrent Cushing's Disease Caused by a TPIT-Lineage Densely Granulated Corticotroph Pituitary Neuroendocrine Tumor: A Case Report
CONCLUSION: This case highlights the connection between recurrent CD and the pathological subtypes of TPIT-lineage DGCT-PitNETs.PMID:38295430 (Source: Neuroendocrinology Letters)
Source: Neuroendocrinology Letters - January 31, 2024 Category: Endocrinology Authors: Weiming Wu Xiaoying Fu Wenlong Guo Hongmei Chen Source Type: research

C-arm CT guided percutaneous vertebroplasty for pain release in cancer patient with cervical 1 vertebral metastases: A case report
CONCLUSION: Under the guidance of C-arm CT, cement augmentation using percutaneous vertebroplasty in an anterior cervical direction could serve as a safe and effective pain relief approach for patients with C1 vertebral metastases.PMID:38295423 (Source: Neuroendocrinology Letters)
Source: Neuroendocrinology Letters - January 31, 2024 Category: Endocrinology Authors: Zhi-Peng Lin Xu-Gong Zou Da-Bei Huang Yuan Chen Xiao-Qun Li Jian Zhang Source Type: research

Exploring self-care within the context of  cognitive behavioural therapy and supervision
This article emphasizes the critical role of self-care in the professional lives of cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) therapists and supervisors. It delves into the importance of self-care, elucidating its significance in maintaining therapists' mental health and effectiveness. The article presents a range of practical strategies that promote self-care, providing therapists and supervisors with specific steps to incorporate self-care into their daily routines. Moreover, the article explores common challenges and barriers to self-care, such as a lack of time, feelings of guilt associated with prioritizing one's needs, and...
Source: Neuroendocrinology Letters - January 31, 2024 Category: Endocrinology Authors: Jan Prasko Marija Abeltina Julija Gecaite-Stonciene Julius Burkauskas Ilona Krone Erika Jurisova Marta Zatkova Jakub Vanek Milos Slepecky Marie Ociskova Source Type: research