International Journal of Neurological Nursing
Volume 12, Issue 1 (2026)
Table of contents
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Understanding Perceptual Disorders: A Comprehensive Review
Abstract: Perceptual disorders refer to conditions in which a person’s ability to understand sensory information is disturbed, resulting in an altered perception of reality. These disorders affect how individuals experience sensory stimuli such as sight, hearing, touch, taste, and smell. Perceptual disturbances are commonly seen in various psychiatric and neurological conditions and play an important role in influencing a person’s thinking, emotions and behavior. Perceptual disorders mainly occur in the form …
Published in International Journal of Neurological Nursing · Vol. 12, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 1–6 Read article
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Respiratory Impairment in Stroke Patients With Bilateral Hemisphere Involvement – An Institutional Experience
Abstract: Background: Stroke is considered one of the major causes of impairments in activities of daily living. Respiratory dysfunction in stroke patients, especially those with bilateral hemisphere involvement, is often overlooked despite its critical role in recovery. This study focuses on the prevalence and impact of respiratory impairment in cerebrovascular accident (CVA) patients with bilateral hemispheric involvement. Objectives: The objective of this study was to determine the prevalence of respiratory impairment …
Published in International Journal of Neurological Nursing · Vol. 12, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 12–18 Read article
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A Study to Assess the Effectiveness of Structured Teaching Program on Knowledge and Practice of Mandala Art Therapy Among Adolescent Girls in Selected High School at Kanpur
Abstract: Background: A study was conducted to evaluate the effectiveness of a structured teaching program on the knowledge and practice of Mandala Art Therapy among adolescent girls in high school. Objective: The objectives of the study were to assess the baseline pre-test levels of knowledge and practice regarding Mandala art therapy, to evaluate the post-test knowledge and practice levels after the intervention, to determine the effectiveness of the structured teaching program …
Published in International Journal of Neurological Nursing · Vol. 12, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 19–37 Read article
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An Experimental Study to Assess the Effectiveness of Feynman Technique in Learning Basic Concepts of Psychiatric Nursing Among Nursing Students at Selected College of Nursing, Bangalore
Abstract: The psychology of learning examines how individuals acquire knowledge and interact with their surroundings. Mental health as a field can sometimes appear unfamiliar or unclear, making it difficult to understand what the experience involves, or the role nurses play within it. Although psychology is a broad and complex discipline, learning fundamental psychological terms and concepts is an important first step toward understanding the human mind. The Feynman technique is a …
Published in International Journal of Neurological Nursing · Vol. 12, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 38–46 Read article
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Parental Reporting of Speech-Language Stimulation Sources and Duration in Toddlers from Diverse Socioeconomic Groups in an Extended Family Setting
Abstract: Speech and language stimulation during early childhood is critical for communication, cognitive, and social development. This study investigated parental reports of speech and language stimulation sources and duration in 99 typically developing toddlers (1–3 years) from extended family settings across varied socioeconomic groups. Participants were categorized using the Modified Kuppuswamy Scale (2022), and data were collected through a validated researcher-designed checklist. Results indicated mothers as the primary language stimulators, followed …
Published in International Journal of Neurological Nursing · Vol. 12, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 7–11 Read article