Tuesday, December 31, 2024
Monday, December 30, 2024
JHRS has been indexed in new databases
Dear readers,
In last months JHRS has been indexed in several databases such as:
Cheers,
JHRS Editor-in-chief
Wednesday, September 4, 2024
Press release for Slovenian media
Respected journalists,
Journal of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences (JHRS) is a multidisciplinary, peer reviewed, scholarly, international, electronic journal edited by the Alma Mater Europaea University - ECM from Slovenia and Macedonian Scientific Society for Autism from Macedonia.
This journal will fill the gap, inspire scientists to exchange knowledge and experience and contribute to the development of science and the profession, due to the increase in scientific connection. With this we will increase the awareness about health care, rehabilitation processes especially for people with disabilities. Our interest is to create a journal at the highest scientific level, which is why we look forward to the cooperation of research and academic institutions in these areas. The aim of the journal is to share and disseminate knowledge between all disciplines that work in the field of developmental diversities. All articles will be critically reviewed by at least two unknown reviewers within 2 months. JHRS allows free access (Open Access) to its contents and permits authors to self-archive final accepted version of the articles on any OAI-compliant institutional / subject-based repository. We are using diamond open access model.
The subject matter is broad and includes, but is not restricted to, findings from health, psychological, biological, educational, genetic, medical, psychiatric, and sociological studies, ethical, philosophical, and legal contributions that increase knowledge on the prevention and treatment of disability, and/or inform public policy and practice.
The following articles will be considered for publication: original and review articles, short report, letters to the editor, clinical experiences, survey of cases, doctoral dissertations, master of arts, editorials, rapid communications book reviews.
Authors retain copyright of the published papers and grant to the publisher the non-exclusive right to publish the article, to be cited as its original publisher in case of reuse, and to distribute it in all forms and media. Articles will be distributed under the Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International (CC BY 4.0) licence. Authors can enter the separate, additional contractual arrangements for non-exclusive distribution of the published paper (e.g., post it to an institutional repository or publish it in a book), with an acknowledgement of its initial publication in this journal.
Why to Publish in JHRS?
- Editorial board has great experience in publishing;
- Rapid publication;
- Rapid availability of your document world-wide;
- Studies show, that Open-Access papers are cited more than printed articles;
- Fast and professional peer review. JHRS is run by a team of experienced editors who have previously worked in publishing. The professional editors work closely with academic editors and peer reviewers to provide authors with an efficient, fair, and constructive review process;
- Quick review: The review decision will be made within two months from the date of submission.
- Indexing of your document which can be easily found in library catalogs, OAI archives and search engines on the net.
- Not for profit journal;
- Liberality in terms of language: The journal will not reject a paper merely based on the language. The authors will be guided to improve the manuscript in such case.
- We have no page charges or submission fees, and you have free use of color figures.
- Our mission is to advance excellence in the social sciences and humanities, and our status as a scholarly publisher allows us to focus on making that a reality. We re-invest all surplus back into the global scientific community, providing ongoing support for authors, researchers, and educators in every field of health and rehabilitation sciences, psychology, and related disciplines.
This August, Journal of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences celebrates two years of its existence. We spent two productive years fulfilled with a lot of challenges. We published 26 articles in 4 issues, with more than 46.200 page visits. JHRS is indexed in 42 databases, which is a great number. Editorial board is consisting with members from 21 world countries.
If you want to see the short presentation about our achievements, please visit this LINK.
The video about our activities you can find on JHRS YouTube channel.
Authors from Slovenia are kindly invited to submit an article in our JHRS. The style of referencing is from APA. The deadline for sending the manuscripts is September 30th, 2024.
With respect,
JHRS Editor-in-chief
Thursday, August 1, 2024
JHRS two years with you
Dear authors, reviewers, readers,
Today, August 1st, Journal of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences celebrates two years of its existence. We spent two productive years fulfilled with lot of chanllenges. We published 26 articles in 4 issues, with around 45.000 page visits. JHRS is indexed in 41 databases which is a great number. JHRS is in the evaluation procedure in Scopus, we hope for inclusion. Editorial board is consist with members from 21 world countries.
If you want to see the short presentation about our achievments, please visit this LINK.
The video about our activities you can find on JHRS YouTube channel. Please watch it here:
I thank everyone who made a greater or lesser contribution to the development of the journal.
Cheers,
JHRS Editor-in-chief
Thursday, June 27, 2024
Review of "Physiological psychology" by Vladimir E. Trajkovski
Andrea Ivanovska
ABSTRACT
“Physiological psychology” authored by Prof. Dr. Vladimir E. Trajkovski, represents a pivotal contribution to the field of physiological psychology. The Publisher is Faculty of Philosophy in Skopje and it was published on September 29th in Skopje. This is first edition of the book, which is printed in B5 format with ISBN 978-608-238-235-7.
This textbook, the first in the Macedonian language, elaborately explores the biological bases of behaviour. The book's scope extends beyond mere academic interest, serving as a valuable resource for students and professionals.
This book is a valuable resource for anyone fascinated by the intersection of psychology and physiology, demystifying how our biological mechanisms shape behaviour. It's a great educational resource, particularly for students and professionals in psychology, neuroscience, and similar fields, because of its exhaustive exploration of physiological psychology. From the workings of the sensory systems and the dynamism of motor functions to the neurological and cognitive complexities, the book clarifies human behaviour's roots. This book is a great candidate for readers seeking to enhance their knowledge of physiological psychology.
Wednesday, June 26, 2024
Split protocol for next successful pregnancy after spontaneous abortions and pregnancy loss in Genetic Counselling Unit Split
Paediatrician medical geneticist, prof. prim, Paediatris Clinic UH, Gynecology and Obstetrics Private Outpatient Clinic
https://orcid.org/0000-0003-1352-4914
https://doi.org/10.33700/jhrs.2.3.95ABSTRACT
Aim: Spontaneous abortion, early neonatal death and stillbirth are tragic events for the whole family. Sporadic abortion in the general population occurs at 12-15%, before the 12th weeks. The percentage increases with the age of the mother, up to 23%. Successful next pregnancy is the goal.
Methods: In a retrospective analysis from 1985 to 2010, 451 couples with one or more SAs before the 16th week of pregnancy were examined at the Genetic Counselling Unit, Pediatrics Clinics, UH Split.
Results: The highest number of SAs was recorded in the period 8-10th weeks of gestation. Furthermore, 69% of women and 66% of men had a positive family history (especially in a second-generation relative) for SA or sterility. Adverse habits (smoking, alcohol consumption) and exposure to pollutants and / or teratogens (chemicals, exposure to excessive heat or cold) did not affect the incidence of SA. Examination of serological signs (IgM + and EA +) in the presence of reactivation of infection with viruses most commonly revealed reactivation to viruses of the genus herpes viride such as HSV1, CMV and EBV, more often in women. Sideropenia or anemia with very low ferritin values were found in 40% of tested women.
Conclusion: The theory of “two hits” (multifactorial inheritance) is still in the basis of SA. Under these circumstances, it is possible to achieve a normal pregnancy as needed with prenatal or preimplantation diagnostics. If there is a need for assisted fertilisation, the same procedure should be followed.
Keywords: spontaneous abortions (SA), pregnancy loss (RPL), etiology, genetic counselling
Tuesday, June 25, 2024
Drug discovery and development and precision medicine for Autism Spectrum Disorder – current state
Macedonian Scientific Society for Autism, Skopje, Macedonia
https://orcid.org/0000-0001-6483-4723
ABSTRACT
Introduction: Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a neurodevelopmental disorder/condition. Medical interven-tions for this condition are mainly pharmacological, and generally not tailored to precisely address the specific underlying issues in each ASD individual. Despite the extensive efforts to develop new or repurpose existing drugs over the decades, the range of medications that address this condition remains very limited.
Findings: Progress in drug development has been hindered by research design limitations and the complex, het-erogeneous nature of the ASD itself. Therefore, this article first discusses preclinical and clinical studies aimed at finding effective treatments, highlighting their shortcomings and potential solutions. It then delves into the com-plexity of ASD and the implications for drug development, such as its phenotypic and genetic heterogeneity and multifactorial etiology, and unclear diagnostic boundaries with other developmental disorders.
Exploiting the advantages of new technologies, current autism treatment research is steering towards prioritizing genetic and molecular data over phenotypic data, emphasizing the need for biologically meaningful and quantifi-able biomarkers to identify biologically defined and clinically actionable subgroups within ASD, amenable to specific treatments.
The critical role of precision medicine is underscored as a comprehensive, fundamental approach to biology-based drug development and personalized treatments. Achieving this goal requires an integrated analysis of multilayered data, utilizing multi-omics, systems biology, and machine learning approaches.
Conclusion: Lastly, the article provides a brief overview of current initiatives and private sector efforts focusing on precision medicine treatments for neurodevelopmental disorders, highlighting their progress in developing drugs through this innovative approach.
Keywords: autism, drug development, biomarkers, multi-omics, precision medicine
Monday, June 24, 2024
Association between Autism Spectrum Disorder and Cancer - a Review from the Literature
Institute of Special Education and Rehabilitation, Faculty of Philosophy, University “Ss. Cyril and Methodius, Skopje, Macedonia
ABSTRACT
Introduction: Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is neurodevelopmental polygenic disorder with strong genetic component. In adult period, it is associated with many chronic diseases including diabetes, hypertension, cardiovascular disease, and cancer.
The aim of this article is to show possible connection between autism spectrum disorder and some kinds of cancers, and to show possible pathways for prevention and treatment.
Methodology: The PubMed and Google Scholar databases were searched using the keywords: autism spectrum disorder, genetics, cancer, prevention and treatment.
Results: Autism spectrum disorder is associated with high rates of genomic aberrations, including chromosomal rearrangements and de novo copy-number variations. Autism and cancer share 43 risk genes, suggesting that common mechanisms underlying the functions of some of these genes could conceivably be leveraged to develop therapies not just for cancer but for autism as well. Pleiotropy, whereby gene variants exert effects on multiple phenotypes, has been the source of increasing research attention with ASD and cancer.
Germline loss-of-function PTEN mutations increase the rate of benign and malignant tumors and also manifest as ASD and macrocephaly. Mutations in TSC1 and TSC2 genes cause tuberous sclerosis complex which is characterized by cortical tubers, and neurocognitive phenotypes including epilepsy, ASD, and intellectual disability (ID).
Conclusion: There is may be an association between autism and specific forms of cancer. Further epidemiologic research in large populations is needed to elucidate the association between autism and cancer and identify explanatory factors. Approved drugs targeting oncogenic pathways might also have therapeutic value for treating autism spectrum disorder.
Keywords: autism spectrum disorder, cancer, genetics, prevention, treatment
Sunday, June 23, 2024
Does the Voice Matter? Impact of Voice-Over Instructions on Task Acquisition and Prompting Levels in Video Prompting
Ryan Kellems Brigham Young University, Provo, Utah, USA
https://doi.org/10.33700/jhrs.2.3.90
ABSTRACT
ABSTRACT
Introduction: Opportunities are increasing for individuals with disabilities to live independently. Video prompting is important to increasing independence through observation and imitation of specific behaviors or skills. However, the impact of voice-over instructions has yet to be studied.
Aims: The aim of this study was to evaluate the impact of voice-over instructions on teaching daily living skills to three individuals with disabilities via video prompting.
Method: A single-subject adapted alternating treatment design was used. Two versions of each intervention video were created by the researchers and alternated: one without and one with step-by-step voice-over instructions. Four skills were selected: (a) making a bowl of oatmeal, (b) microwaving popcorn, (c) starting a load of laundry, and (d) cleaning the microwave. Data were also collected on the number of prompts to use technology and the number of views for each step.
Results: Results showed that the presence of voice-over instructions led to higher levels of task acquisition for all the participants. The number of prompts to use technology decreased for two of the individuals after exposure to both instruction types. The number of views did not appear to be related to the presence of voice-over instructions.
Conclusion: Video prompting, with or without voice-over instructions, is an effective way to teach daily living skills and promote independence to individuals with intellectual disabilities.
Keywords: Video prompting, voice-over instruction, daily living skills, intellectual impairment
Saturday, June 22, 2024
Scientific publishing in the Republic of Macedonia analysed with artificial intelligence
Mirko Spiroski
Scientific Foundation SPIROSKI, Rajko Zhinzifov No 48, 1000 Skopje, Republic of Macedonia
https://orcid.org/0000-0001-5559-7981
ABSTRACT
Aim: The aim of this study was to present current scientific publishing activity of the Republic of Macedonia analysed with artificial intelligence.
Methods: This analysis was performed with the artificial intelligence platform www.wizdom.ai during March 18, 2024.
Results: In the Republic of Macedonia, in 2023 were published 770 publications with closed, 432 with bronze, 200 with hybrid, 805 with gold, and 61 with green access. In the same year, a total number of 27,418 citations were recorded, with the biggest number of collaborations with United States. Total number of researchers that have published articles in 2023 was 2,550, with local co-authors of 2,268, and with international co-authors of 1,027.
Conclusion: The power of artificial intelligence for analysis of scientific publishing is very sensitive and can be used with precautions because of the limited electronic availability of scientific data, as well as of the different inclusion and exclusion criteria for analysis.
Keywords: Scientific publishing, Republic of Macedonia, artificial intelligence
Scientific Foundation SPIROSKI, Rajko Zhinzifov No 48, 1000 Skopje, Republic of Macedonia
https://orcid.org/0000-0001-5559-7981
ABSTRACT
Aim: The aim of this study was to present current scientific publishing activity of the Republic of Macedonia analysed with artificial intelligence.
Methods: This analysis was performed with the artificial intelligence platform www.wizdom.ai during March 18, 2024.
Results: In the Republic of Macedonia, in 2023 were published 770 publications with closed, 432 with bronze, 200 with hybrid, 805 with gold, and 61 with green access. In the same year, a total number of 27,418 citations were recorded, with the biggest number of collaborations with United States. Total number of researchers that have published articles in 2023 was 2,550, with local co-authors of 2,268, and with international co-authors of 1,027.
Conclusion: The power of artificial intelligence for analysis of scientific publishing is very sensitive and can be used with precautions because of the limited electronic availability of scientific data, as well as of the different inclusion and exclusion criteria for analysis.
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