Mindful Meditation: A Potential Effective Therapeutic in Clinical Practice

Mindful meditation, a practice that entails directing one’s attention to the current moment without forming judgments, has been acknowledged as a potentially efficacious therapeutic intervention in clinical settings. Evidence indicates that mindfulness-based interventions can effectively assist individuals in coping with a range of mental health conditions, including anxiety, depression, and stress. Through the cultivation of enhanced self-awareness and emotional control via mindfulness practices, individuals have the potential to experience a decrease in symptoms, an increase in well-being, and an overall improvement in their quality of life. Furthermore, practicing mindfulness meditation can result in alterations in the structure and functioning of the brain, which are linked to improved cognitive capacities and emotional regulation. Integrating mindful meditation into clinical practice can offer patients valuable strategies for dealing with difficult situations and enhancing their long-term mental well-being and resilient ability

Argumentation Training Boosts the Outcome of Negotiation in Collaborative Learning

Negotiation is an essential technique in collaborative learning. In the negotiation process, students learn to listen to others’ opinions, express their own ideas, discuss divisions, and reach agreement. It also plays an important role in the construction of knowledge on the part of students. According to the constructivist theory, learning is a process of active construction, in which learners construct their knowledge and understanding through interaction with the environment (Yu-Jun, 2013). Negotiation is a crucial component of the interaction, contributing to enhancing learning engagement and developing in-depth understanding of information. Moreover, it is particularly effective in fostering students’ critical thinking ability in that it concerns discrimination and judgement of differential information and perspectives (Olson, 1997)

Professional Educational Researchers in China’s Five-Level Education and Teaching Research System: Their Promotive Roles in Chinese Basic Education Development

Professional Educational Researchers (PER) are a crucial component of China’s Five-Level Education and Teaching Research System (ETRS), which has been of fundamental importance to Chinese basic education development. PERs play a significant role in directing teachers’ professional development, advancing basic education curriculum reform, and supporting educational decision-making. This article explains the concept of the PER in the context of the ETRS, describes the professional criteria for being a PER, and expounds on their significance for basic education advancement

Grade-7 Students’ Negotiation during the Engineering Design Processes Regarding the Status of Their Argumentation Training

This study aimed to investigate grade-7 students’ negotiation during the engineering design process regarding the students’ status of argumentation training. The participants were 33 students studying at a public urban middle school in Turkey. They worked in small groups on four engineering design tasks about electricity and light. Data were collected through small group audio recordings, student worksheets, and the observation. The data were analyzed by using content analysis. The results indicated that negotiation patterns were similar across all groups. However, differences were found between the group that received argumentation training and the one that did not receive in terms of proposing ideas for material design, using justifications when in agreement with others, counter proposing and acquiring information for better planning and altering the design, and critiquing for design advantages and disadvantages

A Comparison of Labor Competence of College Students in Different Educational Tracks: A Study Based on a Survey in Guangxi University of Foreign Languages

This article is a case study of students' labor competence in two different educational tracks from the Guangxi University of Foreign Languages. According to research findings, there was no significant difference in the overall level of labor competence between ordinary undergraduates and vocational students, and there were disparities in labor competence in specific dimensions, including labor consciousness, labor knowledge, labor qualities, and labor creativity, between the two groups. Ordinary undergraduates significantly outperformed vocational college students in the dimension of labor consciousness, whereas the latter scored higher in the dimension of labor knowledge. Both groups scored poorly in terms of labor creativity. Also discussed is the importance of cultivating innovation ability, building labor knowledge, shaping labor values, and improving off-campus labor education participation among college students

Factors Influencing Teacher Satisfaction with Human-Machine Collaborative Teaching: A Study Based on Structural Equations and Fuzzy-Sets Qualitative Comparative Analysis

Human-machine collaboration, as an important application of intelligent technology, is of vital significance for the advancement of digital transformation in education. Amid the progress in human-machine collaborative teaching, its practical effects and factors influencing teacher satisfaction with it are questions pending in-depth investigation. This study established a model of the factors relating to teacher satisfaction with human- machine collaborative teaching, based on the expectancy confirmation theory, motivation theory and information system success model, in combination with the analysis of interviews

Dysautonomia: Recommendations from A to Z

Dysautonomia is an intricate and sometimes misconstrued condition that impacts the autonomic nerve system, which is accountable for controlling involuntary biological functions such as heart rate, blood pressure, and digestion. This detailed analysis explores the diverse facets of dysautonomia, encompassing its etiology, manifestations, diagnostic procedures, therapeutic alternatives, and approaches to lifestyle management. We herein seek to provide a comprehensive overview of dysautonomia by examining recent research advancements and incorporating patient viewpoints. It intends to offer helpful information for persons who are coping with this complex disorder

Could Gender Self-determination be a Medical Right?

It is crucial to evaluate the potential risks and repercussions of advocating for gender self-determination as a medical right. The concept of permitting individuals to determine their own gender without proper assessment or counseling raises concerns about patient safety and well-being, despite the fact that autonomy and self-determination are essential in healthcare decision-making. Gender dysphoria, a recognized psychiatric condition, necessitates a comprehensive evaluation by trained professionals to guarantee the most suitable diagnosis and treatment. Negative physical and psychological consequences may arise from permitting individuals to make irreversible decisions, such as hormone therapy or surgery, without adequate supervision. Furthermore, medical guidelines are in place to guarantee that patients receive evidence-based care that is consistent with the most effective transgender health practices. Consequently, it is pivotal for healthcare providers to exercise caution when it comes to gender self-determination and to prioritize the comprehensive care of transgender individuals by providing comprehensive support services, rather than relying solely on individual autonomy

How Teacher Support Affects Migrant Children’s Learning Satisfaction

Teacher support significantly affects student learning and directly relates to their academic development. Learning satisfaction is the subjective perception and evaluation of learning quality on the part of the student, which represents, to certain extent, the quality of education. Based on data from a questionnaire survey of 1251 migrant children in grades three throughout six, this study analyzed how teacher support impacted the learning satisfaction of migrant children. Research findings indicated that teacher support had a significantly positive effect on migrant children’s learning satisfaction; and that teacher support indirectly and positively affects their learning satisfaction through the separate mediating effect of their learning engagement as well as via the chain mediating effects of their academic adjustment and learning engagement

Is It Possible to Precisely Monitor Thyroid Function as It Transitions from Hashimoto’s to Grave’s Diseases?

Thyroid function needs to be carefully assessed during the shift from Hashimoto’s to Graves’ disease, using important markers such as thyroid stimulating hormone (TSH) levels, thyroid antibodies, and ultrasound imaging. TSH levels play a crucial role in the diagnosis and treatment of thyroid disorders, since increased levels indicate an underactive thyroid (Hashimoto’s) and decreased levels indicate an overactive thyroid (Graves’). Furthermore, the identification of certain antibodies such as anti-thyroglobulin and anti-thyroperoxidase can aid in distinguishing between the two autoimmune disorders. Ultrasound imaging provides further information by visually representing the dimensions and composition of the thyroid gland, aiding in the early identification of nodules or enlargement linked to both pathological conditions. Consistent surveillance and cooperation among healthcare practitioners are essential for efficiently handling the shift from Hashimoto’s to Graves’ disease, guaranteeing the best possible results for patients