Shamanism and Entheogenic/Hallucinatory Drugs in the Pre-Columbian World

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Carlos M. Quirce Balma Universidad de Costa Rica   Abstract This article presents some of the most current and widespread theories on shamanism. Both traditional and modern theories which lean towards neurophysiologic interpretations of altered and higher states of consciousness are dealt with. The generalized and central use of psychedelics and plants containing altering substances… Read more »

Stress, Anger, and Anxiety Management through REBT in Patients with Arterial Hypertension

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Federico Holst Schumacher Diego Quirós Morales Universidad de Iberoamérica, Costa Rica Abstract Hypertension is one of the disorders with the highest incidence worldwide; it is recommended that the psychosocial factors that influence it be managed. In this project we evaluated the implementation of Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT) on the levels of hypertension, stress, anger,… Read more »

Reflections on Maternity Today

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Adriana Vindas González Universidad de Costa Rica Abstract Everyday we encounter mothers of different ages and socioeconomic status, unsure about motherhood and their role as mothers, and about the possibility of actually performing that role successfully. Finding answers would seem to require tapping into the experience of previous generations. However, parenting nowadays requires the incorporation… Read more »