aim and background: discovering factors associated with mental health of the elderly is an interesting subject in the psychology of aging. this study investigated the relationships of spiritual well-being, existential well-being, and hardiness with mental health in the elderly. methods and materials: this descriptive-correlational research was conducted on the elderly living in the nursing home...

The welfare of White Leghorn hens housed in conventional (CON) and modifi ed (MOD) battery cages was assessed by evaluating behaviour during the laying period. CON (30x45cm) (n=84) and MOD (60x45cm) (n=84) each provided 450cm2 of fl oor space for 3 hens. MOD included a perch (30x5cm) and a nest box (NB) (24x45cm), providing an additional 360cm2 of nest area per bird. Location of lay was assesse...

background and objectives: quality of work life is an increasingly important organizational factor in health facilities. most studies on quality of work life in hospitals have been conducted in developed countries. the few studies performed in developing countries have targeted low- and middle-performance hospitals, and they have not explored the relationship between quality of work life and ot...

For clinicians, effective communication goes beyond the delivery of scientific information to include an understanding who patient is and what they value; treating them with respect; acknowledging their emotional social realities. Recognizing our own implicit biases cultivating a more mindful approach impact language, especially around weight food, using verbal nonverbal approaches convey empat...

anxiety disorder is one of prevalent mental health problems that affect all aspects of human life. considering spirituality aspect of human is essential for mental health promotion. this study aimed to identify the relation between spirituality well-being and depression, anxiety and stress. a descriptive-analytical cross-sectional study was carried out on 100 nursing students in islamic azad un...