A wait on my mind

Article Abstract:

Syringomyelia, a rare and chronic spinal cord disorder, involves a cavity developing in the spinal cord. This cavity fills with cerebrospinal fluid, causing a pressure build-up inside it and forcing it to expand. The growing cavity causes damage to neighbouring nerve fibres, resulting in scoliosis, disc problems, trapped nerves and chronic pain. Suffers find that they are often unable to describe adequately the extent of the pain they feel, and they are therefore misunderstood by their family and by health professionals. The progression of the condition can be slowed down, but it can never be fully cured.

Care and treatment, Central nervous system diseases

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The uncharted mind

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Membership of the British Association for Counselling has risen by300% over five years to 10,000, and it is believed that 20% of counsellors and psychotherapistsrecommended by GPs do not have qualifications. However many people receive great benefitsfrom 'mind' therapies such as autogenic training which is a method of relaxation based on sixbasic exercises. Other therapies include bioenergetics which links pain, postural disorders ormuscle tension with state of mind, and rebirthing which is based on the belief that manyproblems stem from birth trauma.

Practice, Energy metabolism, Bioenergetics, Autogenic training

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Preying on your mind

Article Abstract:

Rehabilitation counselling may be necessary to assist former cult members to return to normal life. Cult members exhibit personality change, loss of independent thought and total dependency on the leader. Withdrawing from the group may result in isolation and profound sense of loss. Indecisiveness and depressed mental faculties are common. Therapy should encourage grieving and understanding of the psychological effects. Former relationships should be reestablished. Counsellors could emphasise any positive outcomes of cult involvement.

Portrayals, Rehabilitation counseling, Ex-cultists

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