This exploratory survey examined the dreams, nightmares, and sleep patterns of 30 women who were dealing with relationship violence. The sample of women was taken from two transition homes and a family counseling center. The findings indicate that 50% of the sample experienced nightmares on a weekly basis. Some of the dream images included drowning, being chased, being killed, or killing others...

Abstract Introduction Nightmares are associated with enormous suffering as well a significant reduction in the quality of life those affected. Various studies also show direct correlation between frequency nightmares and suicidal tendencies. therefore diseases that must be taken very seriously. Currently, they treated costly therapy methods sometimes unstable success. In addition, patients fulf...

BACKGROUND Malnutrition represents an important issue in older adults; unfortunately, there is lack of data concerning this topic in Lebanon. This paper aims to provide a description of nutritional status and its correlates in older adults living in long stay institutions situated in Beirut. METHODS This cross-sectional study was conducted in three long stay institutions in Beirut in 2012. Th...