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    Effect of mind sound resonance technique on physiological and psychological parameters among geriatric population: a structured study protocol for a randomized controlled trial
    (Medip Academy, 2024-09) S, P; V, N; S, P; J, T; V, S; A, A; K, M.
    Background: Aging involves physical, psychological, and social changes, including chronic non-communicable pathologies and HPA axis dysfunction. Yoga can manage these issues, while mind sound resonance technique (MSRT) can alleviate stress, anxiety, and improve psychomotor function. This study aims to report the methodology for three months of MSRT sessions and their impact on physiological and psychological parameters in the geriatric population. Methods: A randomized controlled trial will involve 80 participants aged 60-75 years, divided into an intervention group and a control group. The intervention group will receive 45 minutes of MSRT sessions daily for 90 days, while the control group will not receive any intervention. Post-intervention assessment will be taken and compared with the control group after 90 days. Conclusions: MSRT, having a dual benefit as meditative and relaxation component, has been shown to improve the physiological and psychological well-being of the geriatric population, with expected outcomes including improved cardio-autonomic, pulmonary, neurocognitive, and psychological functions and changes in serum stress markers. Trial registration (CTRI): CTRI/2024/02/062308.
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    Evaluation of the Physical Status of the Dam and Its Environments for Compliance with Dam Safety Guidelines
    (Ms. M. B. Mondal, Ph.D., 2025-04) V, N; Silungwe, FR; Kihupi, NI.
    While structural evaluations of medium-to-large government-managed dams are common, small public-owned dams like Mindu remain critically understudied despite their vulnerability to failures. This study evaluates the adequacy of existing risk management programs for aging dams in developing countries, with a focus on the Mindu Dam in Morogoro Municipality, Tanzania. Specifically, the study aims (1) to establish a global dam safety policy benchmark, (2) assess the rules and policies in place that govern dam safety, and (3) examine the compliance with and variation from dam safety guidelines. A prime example of neglected ageing infrastructure is Mindu Dam, a small, publicly owned project built between 1978 to1985 and official opened on 9th may 1985 for municipal water supply irrigation and Due to its deteriorating state, antiquated design guidelines, and close proximity to heavily populated areas, it has been designated as a "high-risk" dam. The study's methodology combines both quantitative and qualitative techniques: criteria for "minimum" to "best" standards are informed by a global policy evaluation of dam safety frameworks, such as World Bank guidelines. Field surveys, soil erosion evaluations, vegetation observation, through field inspections which were carried out for Mindu in 2023. Technical data was augmented by structured interviews with 45 stakeholders, including local residents and dam operators. The findings indicate systemic deficiencies, 80% of respondents identify that a reservoir perimeter experiences erosion from encroaching agricultural, 40% report that spillway capacity is below current flood projections, and 100% state that dam outlets show advanced corrosion. Because they lack regular monitoring and emergency response plans, risk management procedures fall short of even "minimum" criteria. The report incorporates World Bank recommendations into a tiered policy framework, giving institutional changes like required inspections for private dams and urgent repairs like outlet replacement priority. For ageing dams, this study emphasizes the need to switch from informal management to systematic risk-based methods. It offers policymakers in developing nations a repeatable model for addressing governance inadequacies in infrastructure by striking a balance between socioeconomic viability and technical rigor.
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    Prevalence of Psychological Problems among Healthcare Workers in a Tertiary Care Hospital, Chennai, Tamil Nadu
    (Medsci Publications, 2022-01) V, N; Patel, RG; NB, S.
    Background: There is growing evidence that patient care is affected by increasing psychological problems among healthcare workers all around the world. This study was conducted to estimate the prevalence of psychological problems among health care workers in Chennai, Tamil Nadu. Methodology: A cross-sectional study conducted over a period of 6 months. A structured questionnaire that included the Patient Health Questionnaire-9 (PHQ-9) and Cohen抯 Perceived stress scale were used. Analysis was done using SPSS 21.0 software. Frequency was expressed in percentage and association with factors was tested for significance using Chi square test. p Value <0.05 was considered statistically significant. Results: Among the participants, nurses had the highest scores for psychological problems, followed by doctors and other staffs. According to PHQ-9, 32.4% of participants were found to have depression and 9% of participants had suicidal intentions, 20.3% reported high stress levels and about 70.02% reported moderate stress levels. Conclusion: Compared to senior and experienced faculty, the junior and young faculty had higher proportions of stress, depression. It was found that lower recreational activities, experiencing abuse either verbal or physical from patients/caregivers/senior staff, lack of empathy among co-workers showed higher association with psychological problems among the health care workers.