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"MEDITATION, PSYCHOTHERAPY AND HEALING

Introduction

Traditionally, meditation has been viewed as a spiritual practice involving a mental discipline in which one attempts to realize or consider or reflect upon a religious truth in order to arrive at a personal understanding and love for what it signifies; however, in the behavioral and medical sciences, the practice is increasingly being claimed as a stress-reduction technique that enhances both physical and psychological healing and well-being (Astin, 1997). The purpose of this paper is to examine the empirical research on meditation and psychotherapy in order to evaluate the validity of this claim.

Effects of Meditation and Psychotherapy on Healing

Does meditation increase the healing power of psychotherapy?"

Abstract
This paper presents a case study of the company, Comfort Homes. It identifies two new market ventures Comfort Homes could potentially
enter and assesses the performance of Comfort Homes' owner-manager. The paper also looks at developing a strategy that will help direct Comfort Homes' future. The paper provides a SWOT (strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, threats) analysis and a Porter's five forces analysis of the company.

Table of Contents:
Introduction
Owner-Manager Performance
Positives
Vision and Commitment
Financial Control
Quality Control
Risk Taking
Room for Improvement
Marketing Inexperience
Delegation Issues
Human Resource Issues
Strategic Plan
SWOT
Strengths
Weaknesses
Opportunities
Threats
Current Strategy
Revised Strategy
New Market Venture
Porter's Five Forces
Government Housing Commission
Rural Farm Market
Conclusion

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"James will have to overcome the communication issue within Comfort Homes in order to realise cost improvements and future expansion in the business. In sharing the knowledge James holds about the business he can effectively transfer his individual knowledge to an organizational level (Endres et al 2007). By informing his employees about the strategic direction Comfort Homes is taking, i.e. being an integrated cost leader and differentiator, staff can share suggestions and look for ways to reduce costs in the business. James could possibly even share the business financials with the staff under an open book policy, which has help many companies save on costs and improve their margins (Robbins et al. 2001). Last but not least Comfort Homes should keep in mind that as it grows it can take advantage of economies of scale, which will be a significant cost cutter. Therefore Comfort Homes will have to look to grow and expand, as will be discussed next in the new market analysis section, in order to gain greater buying power from suppliers."

Tags:strategy, owner-manager, market

Abstract
This paper discusses a system to enhance the reduction of workplace stress that can be employed by managers in most work settings. Workplace stress is one of the most significant of all work related problems. The paper is intended as a guide for the development of best practices for the reduction of workplace stress, with an emphasis on the ability of management to universally reduce stress. The paper first demonstrates the significance of the problem using topical and timely literature to address the concern. The paper continues by assessing the causal factors of workplace stress, using a brief literary analysis. The paper concludes with an outline which demonstrates change within the workplace that will improve the condition of workplace stress.

Outline:
Executive Summary
Introduction
Purpose and Scope
Assumptions
Methods
Limitations
The Nature of Workplace Stress in U.S. Businesses
Causes of Workplace Stress
Management Centered Stress Reduction Strategies
Conclusion and Recommendations

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"This work will rely heavily on literature, as a guide for the understanding of workplace stress and on developing appropriate interventions for stress. It is important to understand that many work places are inherently stressful, due to the nature of the work done there but that universalities can be achieved if audits are conducted effectively. There is also significant evidence that such audits can elicit ideas that management might not have originated, due to the fact that they are not always aware of front-line issues. Additional information will be garnered from literature associated with the development of Employee Assistance Programs, such as the one utilized by the organization I manage."

Tags:appropriate, interventions, research, based, experiment, external, resources

Abstract
This paper assesses the level and sources of job stress and the effects that it has on Mitsuka Technologies Inc. in terms of quality, efficiency and productivity. The paper discusses each aspect that is associated with job stress and outlines the methods employed to assess the situation at Mitsuka. The paper suggests the implementation of a stress-management program.

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"Mitsuka Technologies Inc. is involved in the manufacture of auto parts and components for one of the major automobile manufacturers in the world. As part of a quality and efficiency audit, a team has been assembled to assess the areas that need improvement to increase production, and ultimately profitability. Job stress is a concern for all levels of an organization, individual, group team, and the organization as a whole. This study will assess the level, sources of job stress and the effects that it has on Mitsuka Technologies Inc. in terms of quality, efficiency and productivity."

Tags:automobile, parts, manufacturer, employees, organization, work, management

Abstract
Comfort theory has been used effectively with diverse groups. According to this theory comfort is holistic, is of three types, and occurs in four contexts. Comfort theory defines the role of nursing in terms of identifying unmet comfort needs, and planning and achieving comfort for the patient. The purpose of this paper is to outline Kathy Kolcaba's mid-range theory, determine how it might be utilized in practice, and then evaluate its application. Kolcaba specifically intended her theory of comfort as a framework for clinical practice.

Tags:comfort, pain, assess

Abstract
This paper describes a psycho-social assessment for an incarcerated female presenting with depression, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) and and suicidal ideation. The assessment was implemented using the Beck Depression Inventory. The paper discusses the suggested plan of intervention, which will employ cognitive behavioral therapy as well as medical management.

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"The plan of intervention selected for Mrs. Lopez is to use individualized and group cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) to address her presenting problems and to focus on the diagnoses of major depression..."

Tags:Psycho-social assesment, cognitive-behavior therapy, depression, intervnetions, posttraumatic stress disorder

Abstract
This report summarizes the results of the Stress Management Plan conducted for the ABC Company, Limited. Employees at ABC consider themselves to be under extreme stress, related directly to their work environment. A large number of employees experience stress related physical symptoms and a large number engage in substance abuse to cope with this stress. The Stress management assessment identified several areas, which require drastic and immediate measures to correct. Recommendations to correct these measures are prioritized according to need. Some of these measures are expected to have an immediate effect and others will take longer.
Introduction
Methods
Discussion of Results
Conclusions
Recommendations
List of Appendices
The Survey
Raw Data
Percentages
Team Qualifications
Budget

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"This report is being prepared for the ABC Company President and Board of Directors. In response to a request to determine the needs of the company in the area of Stress Management Reduction. It will be presented to the Board of Directors at the March 29,2002 meeting of the Board and Executive committee. Management will use this report to implement the proposed Stress Reduction being presented in this report. At that time they will approve the plan and appoint a committee to oversee the implementation of the plan.
As indicated in the proposal, stress is a major concern for many businesses and stress can severely limit a person's ability to perform their job to the best of their abilities. Stress causes a wide range of illnesses and symptoms, ranging from minor to deadly. Stress Management should be a part of every strategic business plan, as it literally costs the company major portions of their margins due to absences and poor work performance. It is to every company's benefit to examine the levels and sources of stress in their work environment and to attempt to eliminate or reduce these stressing factors. To do so, not only shows the humanitarian side of the company, but can prove to be profitable as well."

Tags:stress, management, employees, control, company, human, resources, workforce

Abstract
In this paper, the various types of curanderismo healing process within Castillo's novel reflect the magical realism, which is often unscientific and fictional in nature. Castillo reveals the ways that curandera's apply their healing process with oils, prayers, and even trance states to invoke their clients into being healed without any means of scientific inquiry. These methods seem impractical and do not truly provide a sense of healing, which is one reason why Castillo provides much of the subjectivity of these healing processes part of limited and cruel patriarchal values imposed on women.

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Tags:castillo, empacho, healing

Abstract
The paper discusses art by Korean ex-comfort women of WWII and how they would paint on themes supporting the comfort women's cause. The paper relates that the government of Japan continues to refute the fact that at least 200,000 Asian and some European women were abducted into military brothel sex slavery. This paper posits that art is perhaps more effective than a large published account of comfort women and their claims in conveying the nature of their experience.

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"The Korean peninsula was colonized by Japan from 1910 till the defeat of imperial Japan in 1945 as signaled the end of World War II. From the late 1930s, an unknown total of Korean girls were sent to serve military brothels of the Imperial Japanese Army (IJA) throughout occupied Asia where they met similar abductees from occupied China, the Philippines, Malaya, Burma, what is now Indonesia. George Hicks explained the IJA's institutionalization of brothels and their staffing with abducted girls provided by contractors in different countries. (1995) After 1945, the..."

Tags:comfort women, artist, activism, wwii

Abstract
This paper discusses what is entailed in becoming a caring nurse. The author explains that a nurse's responsibility is to address the emotional and spiritual needs as well as the physical needs of a patient. However, to provide holistic care, nurses must first nurture themselves. The author provides specific examples of ways in which to treat a patient as a person while also treating the patient's illness. Being a caring nurse does not require a master's degree, a special training course, or even multiple years of nursing experience. Rather, it requires that nurses act as advocates for their patients and are always mindful to treat them holistically.

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"Being a pediatric patient with cystic fibrosis can be difficult and frustrating, especially when they have to spend time away from friends and family. Caring for this patient will require a holistic process which will not only address their physical ailments but nurture their body as a whole. In order to care for this patient it would be important for the nurse to speak with the child's family. Discovering what the patient enjoys while at home will assist the nurse in individualizing their care. A caring nurse that goes the extra mile can communicate with the parents and find out the patient's favorite games, TV shows, foods, and books. By utilizing this newly discovered knowledge the nurse can make the child feel more comfortable in an environment that can sometimes be sterile and frightening."

Tags:wellbeing, Florence Nightingale, assessment enthusiastic comfort healing stress