The Greek term for flower is Chloris. It is derived from the name of the Chloris, the goddess of vegetation, in Greek mythology, reasonably so, if we consider the great number of mythological tales linked to flowers o...The Greek term for flower is Chloris. It is derived from the name of the Chloris, the goddess of vegetation, in Greek mythology, reasonably so, if we consider the great number of mythological tales linked to flowers of the Greek flowers. The use of flowers was widespread in Greece from time immemorial, since flowers are so important to us from the moment we are born.Flowers play an important role in mythology. As they morph from bud to bloom to faded and wilted petals, they assume various meanings linked to youth, life and death. They are associated with goddesses and legends, and are often attributed with certain powers and symbolism.展开更多
Objective: The main aim of the survey was to assess diabetes treatment-related myths prevalent in the Indian population and if COVID-19 pandemic improved their knowledge about diabetes. Results: The survey was complet...Objective: The main aim of the survey was to assess diabetes treatment-related myths prevalent in the Indian population and if COVID-19 pandemic improved their knowledge about diabetes. Results: The survey was completed by 309 participants;66% did not have diabetes. The responses of people with diabetes and those without diabetes were similar. Survey results of the total population showed that the majority believed that diabetes treatment should start early (92.6%);87.4% believed that the treatment should start within three months of diagnosis with modern medicines;67.3% of the participants felt that allopathic medicines for diabetes were safe, 69.6% believed that if started these medications continue lifelong, and 40.5% thought they damaged all major organs. Insulin was thought to be safe by 65% of the surveyed population;60.8% believed that if they started insulin, they would need it life-long;51.5% thought that insulin was started at the last stage of diabetes;and 58.6% believed that insulin caused kidney damage. A total of 58.6% believed that herbal medicines for diabetes were safer than allopathic;76.4% did not believe that the “diabetic cure” shown through television/newspapers was safe and effective;67.3% did not believe that ayurvedic medicines cured diabetes. Of the surveyed population, 67% felt that their knowledge about diabetes improved during the pandemic and 89.3% knew that PWDs have more serious problems with covid infection. Conclusions: Our survey shows that many diabetes treatment-related myths are prevalent in the Indian population even though the COVID-19 pandemic improved their knowledge about diabetes.展开更多
Hypnosis,one of the earliest mind-body treatments,has been the subject of renewed interest in the last decade with research indicating its effectiveness for varied physiological and psychological ailments including pa...Hypnosis,one of the earliest mind-body treatments,has been the subject of renewed interest in the last decade with research indicating its effectiveness for varied physiological and psychological ailments including pain,distress,and psychosomatic disorders.However,the adoption and acceptance of hypnosis are still hindered by myths and misconceptions that prevail among the general public and clinicians.Considering their significant role in promoting the successful delivery and acceptance of interventions,informing clinicians about hypnosis is crucial to promote balanced views,and thereby the adoption of this intervention when warranted.This narrative review traces the historical roots of myths surrounding hypnosis,while unravelling related misconceptions that have impeded its adoption in clinical and research settings.We hope that this review enhances the general public’s views and clinicians’understanding of hypnosis in historical,theoretical and research contexts to promote its adoption in research and clinical settings and steer research toward an evidence-based practice of hypnosis.展开更多
Nowadays, the study of myths is rather neglected as a field of research in sociology. There is a void that this paper would like to contribute to filling. It outlines a theoretical and empirical sociological approach ...Nowadays, the study of myths is rather neglected as a field of research in sociology. There is a void that this paper would like to contribute to filling. It outlines a theoretical and empirical sociological approach to social myths as a major component of collective imaginaries and a universal sociological mechanism through time and space. The article recalls the major functions performed by myths in every society （modem as well as ＂primitive＂）, introduces new concepts, and sets forth an analytical framework designed to account for the emergence, the reproduction, and the decline of myths, as sacralised collective representations.展开更多
The subject of adoption is well-studied worldwide. In contrast, when it comes to women who give up their children for adoption, studies are far fewer. The present research aims to investigate how the myth of motherly ...The subject of adoption is well-studied worldwide. In contrast, when it comes to women who give up their children for adoption, studies are far fewer. The present research aims to investigate how the myth of motherly love affects the ideas and conceptions concerning giving up a child for adoption from the perspective of the nursing professionals directly involved with these women. Also, the aim here is to interfere preventively with these professionals, raising awareness of the conceptions and prejudices related to giving up a child for adoption. Methodologically speaking, the research is designed as a qualitative research, based on the clinical method. The procedure was undertaken using group dynamics carried out with 19 professionals （nurses and nursing technicians）. PaJcticipants performed a free association activity and continued with two fictional stories on giving up a child for adoption. The results indicate that the ideas derived from the myth of motherly love are indeed present in the professionals＇ subjectivity and influence their behavior and attitude towards these women. Additionally, financial difficulties and other factors external to these women are provided as the main reasons for giving a child for adoption. Additionally, the intention is also to minimize the negative effects on the psychic life of these women who give their children up for adoption as well as to provide these children with a more sustainable life project.展开更多
The scientific work on collecting and studying life stories started in Latvia in late 1980s, and mainly was devoted to creation of a multi-voiced counteraction to Soviet-era history. In this article, a life story and ...The scientific work on collecting and studying life stories started in Latvia in late 1980s, and mainly was devoted to creation of a multi-voiced counteraction to Soviet-era history. In this article, a life story and associated discourse units illustrate not only a point about the speaker, but also about the facts and notions that are common to the post-war Latvia. Post-Soviet society still use to give different accounts of the same facts and of the reasons why they happened. Studying multiform social memories that are forming Latvian collective memory is a way to perceive the processes by which these common-sense notions are constructed. The article demonstrates how to use the life story as a source for local history research and at the same time for people self-awareness research. This article is devoted to the analysis of eye-witnesses＇ （materials gathered from 12 neighboring farmer families） narratives about the post-war reality, comparing the main presumptions of Soviet ideology, existing in Latvia and all other Baltic states, to real life. Provided those presumptions being myths--the term being understood in political science as deceit as a falsifying construct, the author analyses true life stories to show the real danger of intention to exist in some irrational, mythical sphere.展开更多
ⅠMyth,is the record of a nation’s mental activity in the understanding and perception of the world,and'encyclopedia'in its childhood;all the categories of humanities and social sciences today can find their ...ⅠMyth,is the record of a nation’s mental activity in the understanding and perception of the world,and'encyclopedia'in its childhood;all the categories of humanities and social sciences today can find their origins in myths which cover such disciplines as philosophy,economics,history,religious studies,literature and fine art,as well as astronomy,geography,hydraulic engineering,and botany.When humans began to open their eyes to see the world,and gradually transcended primitive ways of life,they began to consciously and展开更多
El Dorado One day in the Andes m ountains of Colombia before Europeans arrived..."We have a new leader.Well go to the lake to celebrate.Cover the leader in gold and ride a golden boat into the middle of the lake....El Dorado One day in the Andes m ountains of Colombia before Europeans arrived..."We have a new leader.Well go to the lake to celebrate.Cover the leader in gold and ride a golden boat into the middle of the lake.We must make the Lake God happy.The leader will give the Lake God all our golden presents."展开更多
The Minotaur lived in a labyrinth on the island of Crete. It was a monster with the body of a man and the head of a bull. Every seven years, King Minos of Crete took the seven strongest boys and seven most beautiful g...The Minotaur lived in a labyrinth on the island of Crete. It was a monster with the body of a man and the head of a bull. Every seven years, King Minos of Crete took the seven strongest boys and seven most beautiful girls from the city of Athens away to his island for the Minotaur to eat.展开更多
From the Arabian Nights:The fisherman and the genie A long time ago there was an old, poor fisherman who did not catch enough fish for him and his family to live well. One day when he pulled his fishing net in he foun...From the Arabian Nights:The fisherman and the genie A long time ago there was an old, poor fisherman who did not catch enough fish for him and his family to live well. One day when he pulled his fishing net in he found a pot in it and he was very happy because he could sell the pot and make some money. First he looked inside, and a genie came out.展开更多
A long time ago,the god Mulungu lived on the Earth with all the animals.There were no people.Everything was quiet.All the animals were happy.One day,a lizard wanted to catch some fish.He put a fish trap in the river a...A long time ago,the god Mulungu lived on the Earth with all the animals.There were no people.Everything was quiet.All the animals were happy.One day,a lizard wanted to catch some fish.He put a fish trap in the river and went home.The next morning,he looked in the fish trap and he saw two very small people.They were the first people on the Earth.展开更多
Gihanga-the great king o f Rwanda?A.We do not know much about the early history of many countries.Many years ago,people did not write things that happened.History was taught by spoken stories that older people told.He...Gihanga-the great king o f Rwanda?A.We do not know much about the early history of many countries.Many years ago,people did not write things that happened.History was taught by spoken stories that older people told.Here is the story of an amazing king of Rwanda:Gihanga.展开更多
文摘The Greek term for flower is Chloris. It is derived from the name of the Chloris, the goddess of vegetation, in Greek mythology, reasonably so, if we consider the great number of mythological tales linked to flowers of the Greek flowers. The use of flowers was widespread in Greece from time immemorial, since flowers are so important to us from the moment we are born.Flowers play an important role in mythology. As they morph from bud to bloom to faded and wilted petals, they assume various meanings linked to youth, life and death. They are associated with goddesses and legends, and are often attributed with certain powers and symbolism.
文摘Objective: The main aim of the survey was to assess diabetes treatment-related myths prevalent in the Indian population and if COVID-19 pandemic improved their knowledge about diabetes. Results: The survey was completed by 309 participants;66% did not have diabetes. The responses of people with diabetes and those without diabetes were similar. Survey results of the total population showed that the majority believed that diabetes treatment should start early (92.6%);87.4% believed that the treatment should start within three months of diagnosis with modern medicines;67.3% of the participants felt that allopathic medicines for diabetes were safe, 69.6% believed that if started these medications continue lifelong, and 40.5% thought they damaged all major organs. Insulin was thought to be safe by 65% of the surveyed population;60.8% believed that if they started insulin, they would need it life-long;51.5% thought that insulin was started at the last stage of diabetes;and 58.6% believed that insulin caused kidney damage. A total of 58.6% believed that herbal medicines for diabetes were safer than allopathic;76.4% did not believe that the “diabetic cure” shown through television/newspapers was safe and effective;67.3% did not believe that ayurvedic medicines cured diabetes. Of the surveyed population, 67% felt that their knowledge about diabetes improved during the pandemic and 89.3% knew that PWDs have more serious problems with covid infection. Conclusions: Our survey shows that many diabetes treatment-related myths are prevalent in the Indian population even though the COVID-19 pandemic improved their knowledge about diabetes.
文摘Hypnosis,one of the earliest mind-body treatments,has been the subject of renewed interest in the last decade with research indicating its effectiveness for varied physiological and psychological ailments including pain,distress,and psychosomatic disorders.However,the adoption and acceptance of hypnosis are still hindered by myths and misconceptions that prevail among the general public and clinicians.Considering their significant role in promoting the successful delivery and acceptance of interventions,informing clinicians about hypnosis is crucial to promote balanced views,and thereby the adoption of this intervention when warranted.This narrative review traces the historical roots of myths surrounding hypnosis,while unravelling related misconceptions that have impeded its adoption in clinical and research settings.We hope that this review enhances the general public’s views and clinicians’understanding of hypnosis in historical,theoretical and research contexts to promote its adoption in research and clinical settings and steer research toward an evidence-based practice of hypnosis.
文摘Nowadays, the study of myths is rather neglected as a field of research in sociology. There is a void that this paper would like to contribute to filling. It outlines a theoretical and empirical sociological approach to social myths as a major component of collective imaginaries and a universal sociological mechanism through time and space. The article recalls the major functions performed by myths in every society （modem as well as ＂primitive＂）, introduces new concepts, and sets forth an analytical framework designed to account for the emergence, the reproduction, and the decline of myths, as sacralised collective representations.
文摘The subject of adoption is well-studied worldwide. In contrast, when it comes to women who give up their children for adoption, studies are far fewer. The present research aims to investigate how the myth of motherly love affects the ideas and conceptions concerning giving up a child for adoption from the perspective of the nursing professionals directly involved with these women. Also, the aim here is to interfere preventively with these professionals, raising awareness of the conceptions and prejudices related to giving up a child for adoption. Methodologically speaking, the research is designed as a qualitative research, based on the clinical method. The procedure was undertaken using group dynamics carried out with 19 professionals （nurses and nursing technicians）. PaJcticipants performed a free association activity and continued with two fictional stories on giving up a child for adoption. The results indicate that the ideas derived from the myth of motherly love are indeed present in the professionals＇ subjectivity and influence their behavior and attitude towards these women. Additionally, financial difficulties and other factors external to these women are provided as the main reasons for giving a child for adoption. Additionally, the intention is also to minimize the negative effects on the psychic life of these women who give their children up for adoption as well as to provide these children with a more sustainable life project.
文摘The scientific work on collecting and studying life stories started in Latvia in late 1980s, and mainly was devoted to creation of a multi-voiced counteraction to Soviet-era history. In this article, a life story and associated discourse units illustrate not only a point about the speaker, but also about the facts and notions that are common to the post-war Latvia. Post-Soviet society still use to give different accounts of the same facts and of the reasons why they happened. Studying multiform social memories that are forming Latvian collective memory is a way to perceive the processes by which these common-sense notions are constructed. The article demonstrates how to use the life story as a source for local history research and at the same time for people self-awareness research. This article is devoted to the analysis of eye-witnesses＇ （materials gathered from 12 neighboring farmer families） narratives about the post-war reality, comparing the main presumptions of Soviet ideology, existing in Latvia and all other Baltic states, to real life. Provided those presumptions being myths--the term being understood in political science as deceit as a falsifying construct, the author analyses true life stories to show the real danger of intention to exist in some irrational, mythical sphere.
文摘ⅠMyth,is the record of a nation’s mental activity in the understanding and perception of the world,and'encyclopedia'in its childhood;all the categories of humanities and social sciences today can find their origins in myths which cover such disciplines as philosophy,economics,history,religious studies,literature and fine art,as well as astronomy,geography,hydraulic engineering,and botany.When humans began to open their eyes to see the world,and gradually transcended primitive ways of life,they began to consciously and
文摘El Dorado One day in the Andes m ountains of Colombia before Europeans arrived..."We have a new leader.Well go to the lake to celebrate.Cover the leader in gold and ride a golden boat into the middle of the lake.We must make the Lake God happy.The leader will give the Lake God all our golden presents."
文摘The Minotaur lived in a labyrinth on the island of Crete. It was a monster with the body of a man and the head of a bull. Every seven years, King Minos of Crete took the seven strongest boys and seven most beautiful girls from the city of Athens away to his island for the Minotaur to eat.
文摘From the Arabian Nights:The fisherman and the genie A long time ago there was an old, poor fisherman who did not catch enough fish for him and his family to live well. One day when he pulled his fishing net in he found a pot in it and he was very happy because he could sell the pot and make some money. First he looked inside, and a genie came out.
文摘A long time ago,the god Mulungu lived on the Earth with all the animals.There were no people.Everything was quiet.All the animals were happy.One day,a lizard wanted to catch some fish.He put a fish trap in the river and went home.The next morning,he looked in the fish trap and he saw two very small people.They were the first people on the Earth.
文摘Gihanga-the great king o f Rwanda?A.We do not know much about the early history of many countries.Many years ago,people did not write things that happened.History was taught by spoken stories that older people told.Here is the story of an amazing king of Rwanda:Gihanga.
