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 »
Posts Categorized: h- Edición 2010
Sense of coherence and health in self-perceived healthy aged people
Zoila Edith Hernández Zamora Yamilet Ehrenzweig Sánchez Liliana Yépez Olvera Universidad Veracruzana, México Abstract This paper aims to identify the relationship between the level of sense of coherence in a sample of elderly people at a daycare facility in the Mexican city of Xalapa, in the state of Veracruz, and the self-perception that they… Read more »
Stress, Anger, and Anxiety Management through REBT in Patients with Arterial Hypertension
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
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 »
Physical Exercise, Brain Functioning, and Body Image
José Moncada-Jiménez Universidad de Costa Rica Abstract Body image is a component of the self. It has been estimated that a large group of males and females of heterogeneous ages and racial/ethnic backgrounds are discontent with their body image. Therefore, public opinion shows concern on the topic of body image since it has been related… Read more »