This study aims to explore the unconscious motivations underlying migration in Niger, with an emphasis on understanding the phenomenon of pathological travel. Its aim is to identify the unconscious factors of patholog...This study aims to explore the unconscious motivations underlying migration in Niger, with an emphasis on understanding the phenomenon of pathological travel. Its aim is to identify the unconscious factors of pathological travel among migrants. Pathological travel, as discussed in the scientific literature on psychopathology, is characterised by movements initiated under the influence of delusions, hallucinations or other serious psychiatric disorders. The aim of this research is to contribute to our understanding of how these unconscious factors influence migration decisions. Using a retrospective analysis of five cases, this study examines the psychological and psychiatric dimensions of migration, particularly among patients referred to the psychiatry department of the Niamey National Hospital between 2017 and 2018. The five cases analysed, representing 12% of a cohort of 40 migrant patients, suffered from chronic psychotic disorders, including schizophrenia and chronic hallucinatory psychosis. By means of diagnostic interviews and categorical sorting, three main unconscious motivations were identified: the delusional state with themes of filiation and persecution, the hallucinations that dictated the travel behaviour, and the dissociative states manifested by depersonalisation and derealisation. It also emerges from this analysis that pathological travel often involves prolonged journeys on foot and without purpose. Thus, untreated mental illness plays a significant role in shaping and influencing individual and social behaviour. The results of this study have important implications for public health and migration policy. They highlight the need to integrate health assessments into migration management systems, particularly in regions serving as transit hubs for migrants. The research also highlights the need for culturally sensitive psychiatric interventions to address the interaction between pre-existing mental disorders and migration. This study contributes to a better understanding of the psychological dimensions of migration by highlighting the importance of addressing mental health as an integral part of humanitarian action. The knowledge gained paves the way for future research to explore this understudied aspect of migration on a broader scale.展开更多
Background Patient journeys highlight evolving processes of care seeking from patient perspectives over the course of time and disease progression.Patient journeys for neglected tropical diseases(NTDs)in rural sub-Sah...Background Patient journeys highlight evolving processes of care seeking from patient perspectives over the course of time and disease progression.Patient journeys for neglected tropical diseases(NTDs)in rural sub-Saharan Africa(SSA)are poorly understood.This review aims to identify studies including patient journeys for NTDs in rural SSA.Methods Systematic search was conducted in six scientific databases from inception to 18 November 2024.All studies were required to include patient journeys for NTDs,defined as the continuous arc of the patient care seeking experience at multiple time points while navigating increasingly debilitating disease.All patient journeys were depicted explicitly using flow diagrams,lists of ordered journey components,or patient narratives.Variables extracted included the use and rationale of referrals,types of healthcare delivery providers engaged in the patient journey,and barriers and facili-tators of care continuity.Journeys were analysed using framework synthesis.Results Searches returned 2605 studies where after de-duplication and eligibility screening,22 studies were identified for inclusion Included studies represented eight NTDs,which were categorised into four groups:severe and stigmatising skin NTDs(SSSDs)(13/22)including Buruli ulcer,lymphatic filariasis,onchocerciasis,and yaws;human African trypanosomiasis(HAT)(3/22);snakebite and rabies(4/22);and schistosomiasis(intestinal and female genital)(2/22).NTD patient journeys revealed health system constraints relating to limited medical resources and ineffective referral pathways,social dimensions of gender and stigma hindering access to care,and logistical concerns related to distance to health facilities,and lack of transport.Patient journeys for different NTDs highlighted specific dimensions of this local context,including challenges with mental health distress for individuals living with SSSDs,difficulties obtaining diagnoses for HAT as an NTD with non-specific symptoms,and inaccessibility of treatment for schistosomiasis in the context of missed mass drug administration.Conclusions NTD patient journeys show varied care seeking experiences within the broader context of neglect and health inequity that characterises settings where NTDs are endemic.For NTDs resulting in long-term or chronic conditions,these journeys highlight inaccessible care and a lack of integrated approaches for prevention,treatment,and management within health systems.By understanding patient journeys,NTD researchers and practitioners can determine how best to support NTD patients in navigating access to care.展开更多
I was 26 the first time I travelled to China,and even now,it feels like an unexpected chapter in my life.The opportunity came out of the blue.I learned,just a month before departure,that I had been selected for a one-...I was 26 the first time I travelled to China,and even now,it feels like an unexpected chapter in my life.The opportunity came out of the blue.I learned,just a month before departure,that I had been selected for a one-month professional training programme.The news ignited a wave of excitement.For nearly two weeks,I stayed up late into the night,imagining a country I had never seen,trying to picture what China might really be like,beyond the images in books,films and media.展开更多
Despite the geographical distance between China and Africa,the rich customs and lifestyles of the African people present an interesting area of study for international professionals.It is this facet of Africa that fas...Despite the geographical distance between China and Africa,the rich customs and lifestyles of the African people present an interesting area of study for international professionals.It is this facet of Africa that fascinated us most during our research journey across the continent.展开更多
Safer,smarter,faster...In China,people prefer high-speed trains to flights if the journey time is under five hours.High-speed train travel is set to become even more attractive with the addition of a new member to the...Safer,smarter,faster...In China,people prefer high-speed trains to flights if the journey time is under five hours.High-speed train travel is set to become even more attractive with the addition of a new member to the high-speed train family:the CR450,the world’s fastest electric multiple unit(EMU).展开更多
In recent years, improving patients’ medical experience has become increasingly prominent in medical activities, and patient experience has become the core of medical service models. As an emerging visualization tool...In recent years, improving patients’ medical experience has become increasingly prominent in medical activities, and patient experience has become the core of medical service models. As an emerging visualization tool for exploring patient experience, patient journey mapping has been increasingly applied in the field of medical and health services, with unique advantages in exploring patient experience. This study reviews the overview, content and types, application and effects in the nursing field, and presentation methods of results of patient journey mapping, aiming to provide reference for improving patient experience.展开更多
As spring draws near,virtually everything is being renewed.During this year’s two sessions(the fourth session of the 14th National People’s Congress[NPC]and the fourth session of the 14th National Committee of the C...As spring draws near,virtually everything is being renewed.During this year’s two sessions(the fourth session of the 14th National People’s Congress[NPC]and the fourth session of the 14th National Committee of the Chinese People’s Political Consultative Conference[CPPCC]),deputies to the 14th NPC and members of the 14th CPPCC National Committee,from all regions of the country,and various segments of society,gathered in Beijing,in March.展开更多
Across[3]an act of travelling from one place to another[5]the money you pay for a journey by bus,train or taxi[7]to visit the places of interest in a city,etc.as a tourist[8]arrange to buy a ticket in advance[10]a jou...Across[3]an act of travelling from one place to another[5]the money you pay for a journey by bus,train or taxi[7]to visit the places of interest in a city,etc.as a tourist[8]arrange to buy a ticket in advance[10]a journey during which you visit a place and return[12]a person who is travelling or who often travels.展开更多
This October,I had the opportunity to attend the 6th International Ancient Capitals Forum in Luoyang,central China’s Henan Province.The event gathered diplomats,government officials,scholars,and journalists from more...This October,I had the opportunity to attend the 6th International Ancient Capitals Forum in Luoyang,central China’s Henan Province.The event gathered diplomats,government officials,scholars,and journalists from more than 30 countries.For me,the three days in Luoyang were not just a professional experience-they became a memorable cultural journey that helped me explore the heritage of both China and my own country,Myanmar.展开更多
1 When we immerse ourselves in the pages of a book,we are transported to worlds beyond our own,gaining insights into the human experience and expanding our understanding of ourselves and others.2 Reading can fill our ...1 When we immerse ourselves in the pages of a book,we are transported to worlds beyond our own,gaining insights into the human experience and expanding our understanding of ourselves and others.2 Reading can fill our lives and purify our souls.I enjoy reading and I love life.I enjoy reading Chinese classics such as the Four Great Classical Novels of Chinese literature.I explore the mythical and wonderful stories of demons and monsters in Journey to the West and experience the boldness of martial art heroes in Water Margin.展开更多
Inspired by Marco Polo,the legendary explorer who journeyed to China along the ancient Silk Road over 700 years ago,Italian traveler Vienna Cammarota went on her own epic adventure.On April 26,2022,she set off from Ma...Inspired by Marco Polo,the legendary explorer who journeyed to China along the ancient Silk Road over 700 years ago,Italian traveler Vienna Cammarota went on her own epic adventure.On April 26,2022,she set off from Marco Polo's birthplace,Venice,with nothing but a simple backpack and two trekking poles.Now,at 74 years old,she has already walked over 20,000 kilometers through dozens of countries.展开更多
A Malawian perspective on China’s influence,innovation and shared growth In today’s interconnected world,diplomacy,trade,and culture are drawing nations once thought distant closer.A case in point is the growing rel...A Malawian perspective on China’s influence,innovation and shared growth In today’s interconnected world,diplomacy,trade,and culture are drawing nations once thought distant closer.A case in point is the growing relationship between Malawi and China-two geographically and historically distinct countries that are finding powerful common ground and shared aspirations.展开更多
Indonesia is the only Southeast Asian country in the G20,with a 2024 GDP of USD 1.35 trillion,accounting for 36% of ASEAN's total.Indonesia has become a key node along the Belt and Road,leveraging the dividends of...Indonesia is the only Southeast Asian country in the G20,with a 2024 GDP of USD 1.35 trillion,accounting for 36% of ASEAN's total.Indonesia has become a key node along the Belt and Road,leveraging the dividends of its 281million population,more than 30%of global nickel production capacity,and the promotion of the"2045 Gold Indonesia"strategy.Currently,cooperation between China and Indonesia is extending from traditional infrastructure to new tracks such as"resource downstream,digital economy,and green economy".展开更多
Henan,an area in central China that ha s 5000-year history and is known as“cradle of Chinese civilization”,exudes a profound sense of history.In early spring,I had the honor to set foot on this ancient and mysteriou...Henan,an area in central China that ha s 5000-year history and is known as“cradle of Chinese civilization”,exudes a profound sense of history.In early spring,I had the honor to set foot on this ancient and mysterious land,embarking on an unforgettable cultural journey.展开更多
悦读·明其义.An endless journey:The eternal quest for science.无尽的征程:科学的永恒探索.Science represents humanity's most organized attempt to comprehend the mysteries of our universe,which is built upon the ...悦读·明其义.An endless journey:The eternal quest for science.无尽的征程:科学的永恒探索.Science represents humanity's most organized attempt to comprehend the mysteries of our universe,which is built upon the work of countless gifted individuals.Many renowned researchers began their careers as laboratory assistants before becoming outstanding experts in charge of major scientific initiatives that shape our modern world.展开更多
Greek cuisine and culture come alive in an East-meets-West culinary journey cookbook by the wife of the Greek ambassador to China."The stomach is the quickest path to a person’s heart."This sentiment has lo...Greek cuisine and culture come alive in an East-meets-West culinary journey cookbook by the wife of the Greek ambassador to China."The stomach is the quickest path to a person’s heart."This sentiment has long echoed across cultures worldwide.展开更多
Ten years ago,Drolma-then selling facial masks on the streets of Lhasa-could hardly have imagined that the"Tibetan medicinal facial mask"sheand her partner were developing would one day appear in the central...Ten years ago,Drolma-then selling facial masks on the streets of Lhasa-could hardly have imagined that the"Tibetan medicinal facial mask"sheand her partner were developing would one day appear in the central exhibition hall of an international showcase.展开更多
文摘This study aims to explore the unconscious motivations underlying migration in Niger, with an emphasis on understanding the phenomenon of pathological travel. Its aim is to identify the unconscious factors of pathological travel among migrants. Pathological travel, as discussed in the scientific literature on psychopathology, is characterised by movements initiated under the influence of delusions, hallucinations or other serious psychiatric disorders. The aim of this research is to contribute to our understanding of how these unconscious factors influence migration decisions. Using a retrospective analysis of five cases, this study examines the psychological and psychiatric dimensions of migration, particularly among patients referred to the psychiatry department of the Niamey National Hospital between 2017 and 2018. The five cases analysed, representing 12% of a cohort of 40 migrant patients, suffered from chronic psychotic disorders, including schizophrenia and chronic hallucinatory psychosis. By means of diagnostic interviews and categorical sorting, three main unconscious motivations were identified: the delusional state with themes of filiation and persecution, the hallucinations that dictated the travel behaviour, and the dissociative states manifested by depersonalisation and derealisation. It also emerges from this analysis that pathological travel often involves prolonged journeys on foot and without purpose. Thus, untreated mental illness plays a significant role in shaping and influencing individual and social behaviour. The results of this study have important implications for public health and migration policy. They highlight the need to integrate health assessments into migration management systems, particularly in regions serving as transit hubs for migrants. The research also highlights the need for culturally sensitive psychiatric interventions to address the interaction between pre-existing mental disorders and migration. This study contributes to a better understanding of the psychological dimensions of migration by highlighting the importance of addressing mental health as an integral part of humanitarian action. The knowledge gained paves the way for future research to explore this understudied aspect of migration on a broader scale.
基金the Wellcome Trust Institutional Strategic Support Fund(204826/Z/16/Z)the SchistoTrack Project,Robertson Foundation Fellowship,and UKRI EPSRC Award(EP/X021793/1)the Robertson Foundation Fellowship and the UKRI EPSRC Award(EP/X021793/1).
文摘Background Patient journeys highlight evolving processes of care seeking from patient perspectives over the course of time and disease progression.Patient journeys for neglected tropical diseases(NTDs)in rural sub-Saharan Africa(SSA)are poorly understood.This review aims to identify studies including patient journeys for NTDs in rural SSA.Methods Systematic search was conducted in six scientific databases from inception to 18 November 2024.All studies were required to include patient journeys for NTDs,defined as the continuous arc of the patient care seeking experience at multiple time points while navigating increasingly debilitating disease.All patient journeys were depicted explicitly using flow diagrams,lists of ordered journey components,or patient narratives.Variables extracted included the use and rationale of referrals,types of healthcare delivery providers engaged in the patient journey,and barriers and facili-tators of care continuity.Journeys were analysed using framework synthesis.Results Searches returned 2605 studies where after de-duplication and eligibility screening,22 studies were identified for inclusion Included studies represented eight NTDs,which were categorised into four groups:severe and stigmatising skin NTDs(SSSDs)(13/22)including Buruli ulcer,lymphatic filariasis,onchocerciasis,and yaws;human African trypanosomiasis(HAT)(3/22);snakebite and rabies(4/22);and schistosomiasis(intestinal and female genital)(2/22).NTD patient journeys revealed health system constraints relating to limited medical resources and ineffective referral pathways,social dimensions of gender and stigma hindering access to care,and logistical concerns related to distance to health facilities,and lack of transport.Patient journeys for different NTDs highlighted specific dimensions of this local context,including challenges with mental health distress for individuals living with SSSDs,difficulties obtaining diagnoses for HAT as an NTD with non-specific symptoms,and inaccessibility of treatment for schistosomiasis in the context of missed mass drug administration.Conclusions NTD patient journeys show varied care seeking experiences within the broader context of neglect and health inequity that characterises settings where NTDs are endemic.For NTDs resulting in long-term or chronic conditions,these journeys highlight inaccessible care and a lack of integrated approaches for prevention,treatment,and management within health systems.By understanding patient journeys,NTD researchers and practitioners can determine how best to support NTD patients in navigating access to care.
文摘I was 26 the first time I travelled to China,and even now,it feels like an unexpected chapter in my life.The opportunity came out of the blue.I learned,just a month before departure,that I had been selected for a one-month professional training programme.The news ignited a wave of excitement.For nearly two weeks,I stayed up late into the night,imagining a country I had never seen,trying to picture what China might really be like,beyond the images in books,films and media.
文摘Despite the geographical distance between China and Africa,the rich customs and lifestyles of the African people present an interesting area of study for international professionals.It is this facet of Africa that fascinated us most during our research journey across the continent.
文摘Safer,smarter,faster...In China,people prefer high-speed trains to flights if the journey time is under five hours.High-speed train travel is set to become even more attractive with the addition of a new member to the high-speed train family:the CR450,the world’s fastest electric multiple unit(EMU).
基金Scientific Research Fund Project of Yunnan Open University:“Research on Incentive Mechanisms for Cadres’Responsibility and Action in Yunnan Universities in the New Era and New Journey”(Project No.:23YNOU27)。
文摘In recent years, improving patients’ medical experience has become increasingly prominent in medical activities, and patient experience has become the core of medical service models. As an emerging visualization tool for exploring patient experience, patient journey mapping has been increasingly applied in the field of medical and health services, with unique advantages in exploring patient experience. This study reviews the overview, content and types, application and effects in the nursing field, and presentation methods of results of patient journey mapping, aiming to provide reference for improving patient experience.
文摘As spring draws near,virtually everything is being renewed.During this year’s two sessions(the fourth session of the 14th National People’s Congress[NPC]and the fourth session of the 14th National Committee of the Chinese People’s Political Consultative Conference[CPPCC]),deputies to the 14th NPC and members of the 14th CPPCC National Committee,from all regions of the country,and various segments of society,gathered in Beijing,in March.
文摘Across[3]an act of travelling from one place to another[5]the money you pay for a journey by bus,train or taxi[7]to visit the places of interest in a city,etc.as a tourist[8]arrange to buy a ticket in advance[10]a journey during which you visit a place and return[12]a person who is travelling or who often travels.
文摘This October,I had the opportunity to attend the 6th International Ancient Capitals Forum in Luoyang,central China’s Henan Province.The event gathered diplomats,government officials,scholars,and journalists from more than 30 countries.For me,the three days in Luoyang were not just a professional experience-they became a memorable cultural journey that helped me explore the heritage of both China and my own country,Myanmar.
文摘1 When we immerse ourselves in the pages of a book,we are transported to worlds beyond our own,gaining insights into the human experience and expanding our understanding of ourselves and others.2 Reading can fill our lives and purify our souls.I enjoy reading and I love life.I enjoy reading Chinese classics such as the Four Great Classical Novels of Chinese literature.I explore the mythical and wonderful stories of demons and monsters in Journey to the West and experience the boldness of martial art heroes in Water Margin.
文摘Inspired by Marco Polo,the legendary explorer who journeyed to China along the ancient Silk Road over 700 years ago,Italian traveler Vienna Cammarota went on her own epic adventure.On April 26,2022,she set off from Marco Polo's birthplace,Venice,with nothing but a simple backpack and two trekking poles.Now,at 74 years old,she has already walked over 20,000 kilometers through dozens of countries.
文摘A Malawian perspective on China’s influence,innovation and shared growth In today’s interconnected world,diplomacy,trade,and culture are drawing nations once thought distant closer.A case in point is the growing relationship between Malawi and China-two geographically and historically distinct countries that are finding powerful common ground and shared aspirations.
文摘Indonesia is the only Southeast Asian country in the G20,with a 2024 GDP of USD 1.35 trillion,accounting for 36% of ASEAN's total.Indonesia has become a key node along the Belt and Road,leveraging the dividends of its 281million population,more than 30%of global nickel production capacity,and the promotion of the"2045 Gold Indonesia"strategy.Currently,cooperation between China and Indonesia is extending from traditional infrastructure to new tracks such as"resource downstream,digital economy,and green economy".
文摘Henan,an area in central China that ha s 5000-year history and is known as“cradle of Chinese civilization”,exudes a profound sense of history.In early spring,I had the honor to set foot on this ancient and mysterious land,embarking on an unforgettable cultural journey.
文摘悦读·明其义.An endless journey:The eternal quest for science.无尽的征程:科学的永恒探索.Science represents humanity's most organized attempt to comprehend the mysteries of our universe,which is built upon the work of countless gifted individuals.Many renowned researchers began their careers as laboratory assistants before becoming outstanding experts in charge of major scientific initiatives that shape our modern world.
文摘Greek cuisine and culture come alive in an East-meets-West culinary journey cookbook by the wife of the Greek ambassador to China."The stomach is the quickest path to a person’s heart."This sentiment has long echoed across cultures worldwide.
文摘Ten years ago,Drolma-then selling facial masks on the streets of Lhasa-could hardly have imagined that the"Tibetan medicinal facial mask"sheand her partner were developing would one day appear in the central exhibition hall of an international showcase.
