American Journal of Applied Psychology

Volume 4, Issue 2, March 2015

  • Exploring the Therapeutic Effects of Chandra Nadi Pranayama on Components of Health-Related Fitness

    Baljinder Singh Bal

    Issue: Volume 4, Issue 2, March 2015
    Pages: 21-27
    Received: Feb. 01, 2015
    Accepted: Feb. 13, 2015
    Published: Mar. 26, 2015
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    Abstract: The present study was conducted with the objective to determine the short term practice of Chandra-Nadi pranayama on components of health-related fitness. For the purpose of present study 34 university level girls between the age group of 19-25 years were selected. The subjects were purposively assigned into two groups: Group-A: Experimental (n1=1... Show More
  • The Root Causes of Conflicts in the Horn of Africa

    Muhabie Mekonnen Mengistu

    Issue: Volume 4, Issue 2, March 2015
    Pages: 28-34
    Received: Feb. 20, 2015
    Accepted: Mar. 19, 2015
    Published: Apr. 10, 2015
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    Abstract: The Horn of Africa (HOA) has been mentioned as one of the most disputed regions of the globe. It has been experienced with a number of armed conflicts, ethno-linguistic disputes, religious radicalism where in it catches the attention of most developed nations including US for their strategic interest over the region. Accordingly, this paper attempt... Show More
  • The Psychological Distress, Subjective Burden and Affiliate Stigma among Caregivers of People with Mental Illness in Amanuel Specialized Mental Hospital

    Kahsay Weldeslasie Hailemariam

    Issue: Volume 4, Issue 2, March 2015
    Pages: 35-49
    Received: Mar. 20, 2015
    Accepted: Apr. 03, 2015
    Published: Apr. 14, 2015
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    Abstract: The researcher employed mixed approach with cross sectional research design in order to collect comprehensive data from caregivers of people with mental illness at a time. Most of the caregivers developed from moderate to severe psychological distress, subjective burden and stigma. Most of the participant’s variables don’t have statistically signif... Show More