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Odisha Journal of Social Science, Vol.8, Issue-1 January,2021 Odisha Journal of Social Science, Vol.8, Issue-1 January,2021 January 2021 V o l u m e 8 Issue 1 ODISHA JOURNAL OF SOCIAL SCIENCE A Bi-Annual Research Journal (English) Members of Advisory Board: Chief Editor: Dr. Santa Misra (India) Prof. Alan D. Scott, (USA) Co-Editor: Prof.RyoTakahashi(Japan) Prof. Mieke O. Mandagi Honorary Editor : Prof. Irina Pervova (Russia) (Indonesia) Reviewer: Prof.MichaelC.Sturman, Prof. Jung-NimKim (Japan) Ithaca, New York Prof. Nibedita Jena (India) Prof. RaquelR. Smith, USA Prof. A. Anjum (India) Dr. Haresh Chandra Mishra (India) Dr. Laxmi Rani(India) Special Consultant: Prof. Banamali Mohanty (India) Dr. Kirti Ranjan Swain (India) Dr. B. P. Rath (India) Dr. Mamata Mahapatra (India) Dr. Jyotimaya Satpathy (India) Dr. Barada Prasad Bhol (India) Dr. Ahalya Hejmadi (USA) Content Sl No. Topics & Author Pg No. 1 Analysis On A Rare Case Of Retroperitoneal Pelvic Schwannoma 2-12 *Dr. P K Khuntia **Dr. S K Sahoo ***Dr. P.S Pujari 2 The Development Of Philosophy Of Gerontology With Understanding Of Parapsychology In 13-23 The Context To The Future *Ryo Takahashi 3 Digital Finance And Financial Inclusion: A Study On Indian Context 24-33 *Mr. Debashis Sahu ** Mr Manish Nayak ***Dr. Kirti Ranjan Swain 4 Hrm Innovation Strategies In Recession: A New Paradigm 34-47 Amber Nayab **Anuradha Senapati 5 Meditation Reduces Eating Disorders In Dancers: An Analysis On Ballet Dance 48-64 *Dr. Chiiho Sano 6 Psychological Capital And Teacher Effectiveness Evidencefromsecondary School Teachers 65-73 *Jaba Varadwaj **Dr. Keka Varadwaj 7 Gerontological Issues : The Challenges Of Post Retirement Periods 74-84 *Dr. Nutan Kumari ** Dr Bina Kumari ***Prof Santa Misra 8 Does Socioeconomic Status Affect The Imbalance Of Nonfinancial Support Between Parents 85-98 And Parents In-Law By Married Women * Prof Jung-Nim KIM 9 Cognitive Accomplishment Of Super Brain Yoga 99-112 *Upasana Mehra ** Soumen Nanda 10 Analysis Of Financial Performance: Study On Sbi & Hdfc Bank 113-122 *Amber Nayab 11 Covid-19 And Governance Practices: Theoritical View To Corporate Prospects 123-130 *Sonal **Dr. Kirti Ranjan Swain Odisha Journal of Social Science, Vol.8, Issue-1 January,2021 DECLARATION 1. Title of the Journal : ODISHA JOURNAL OF SOCIALSCIENCE 2. Language in which It is published : English 3. Periodicity of Publication : Half-yearly 4. Publisher’s Name, Nationality & Address : Prof.(Dr) Santa Misra, Visiting Prof in Psychology, International Institute of Rehabilitation Sciences and Research, Bhubaneswar-751030, ODISHA, (INDIA). Indian 5. Place of Publication : 2624/3484, Baragada Canal Colony, At/Po.-BJB Nagar, Bhubaneswar-751014 ODISHA(INDIA) 6. Printer’s Name Nationality & Address : Millenium Art Press, Jaydev Vihar, Bhubaneswar, Odisha(INDIA) 7. Chief Editor’s Name, Nationality & Address : Prof .(Dr) Santa Misra, Visiting Prof in Psychology, International Institute of Rehabilitation Sciences and Research, Bhubaneswar-751030 ODIS(INDIA) India 8. Owner’s Name : Dr. Santa Misra 2624/3484,Baragada Canal Colony, At/Po.- BJB Nagar, Bhubaneswar-751014 ODISHA (INDIA) I, Santa Misra, hereby declare that the particulars given above are true to the best of my knowledge and belief. 31st January, 2021 (Santa Misra) Publisher Odisha Journal of Social Science, Vol.8, Issue-1 January,2021 EDITORIAL It is a matter of huge honour and pride for me to announce the publication of January 2021 issue ,Volume - 8 (1), of the Odisha Journal of Social Science, notwithstanding the various hurdles arising due to the outbreak of the Covid-19 pandemic,. I am also greatly thankful to the members of the editorial board, publication unit and the contributing authors for their tireless effort and indomitable teamwork in the preparation and publication of this volume. As usual, this volume is also enriched by contributions of authors from diverse fields of interest in social science. Two articles on geriatric psychology have highlighted the developmental philosophy relating to physical and mental health issues of people in later life and meeting challenges of post-retirement adjustment. Both these articles are inspiring for scholars interested in geriatric psychology. Digital finance is one of the most emerging social issues connecting people from the grassroots to elites and aristocracy. The article on digital finance in the Indian context is an adequately monitoring report for the professionals in the field of finance. Further, two articles on the rare health issues like tubercular splenic abscess and retroperitoneal pelvic schwannoma ( a rarest of rare case ) would cater to the interest of the health care professionals and researchers. Similarly, two articles, one on meditation and the other on Yoga, have significant contributions in understanding a larger perspective of human physical and mental health in the Indian traditions. These articles will provide an interesting reading for the health care professionals. Psychological capital has been reported as a new address of positive psychology not only in work and professional life but also in the social, cognitive, and emotional life of people. Understanding the application of this construct in various fields of human activities and relationships has come out as a prime concern of researchers in psychology and social science. Relating teacher-effectiveness to psychological capital is definitely a new attainment in this field of inquiry. Corona pandemic has put the lives of people in recession. Human resource management is deeply in crisis. The paper presenting the proposed new paradigm in human resource management is definitely a revelation in the field of human resource management during crisis. Since Julian Rotter discovered the concept of locus of control, it has been a researchers’ paradise and almost all aspects of human life and behaviour have been shown to implicate with locus of control. The paper connecting locus of control to problem solving and decision making present a new look to understanding the significance of locus of control in human life. Finally, I extend my sincere congratulation to all the authors of this volume for their creative and thoughtful presentations even during the current crisis. Prof. Santa Misra 31st January, 2021 Chief Editor 1 Odisha Journal of Social Science, Vol.8, Issue-1 January,2021 Analysis On A Rare Case Of Intra Pelvic Schwannoma *Dr. P.K KHUNTIA **Dr S. SAHOO ***Dr. P.S Pujari Abstract This paper is based on a rarest rare case of intra pelvic schwannoma of a 30year old female who was admitted with chief complains of painful menstruation , painful coitus and excessive blood loss during menstruation for last 2 years . Clinical examinations and imaging like cect , mri of abdomen and pelvis revealed an intrapelvic retroperitoneal mass . Patient underwent explorative laparotomy. A well encapsulated retroperitoneal mass was found completely filling the pelvis extending up to coccyx . The mass was lying posterior to the uterus and the cervix displacing these structures forward. Histopathology findings revealed a schwannoma .Pelvis schwannomas are known to arise from certain pelvic organs. However the present case didn’t have any organ involvement both on imaging and during surgical exploration. The tumor instead of arising from the nerve endings supplying an organ came from the nerve trunk at s1 s2 level growing gradually and feeling the whole pelvis with subsequent pressure effects on surrounding organs .. Keywords – Neurofibroma, Schwannoma, , Retroperitoneal , sacral hiatus , dyspareunia *Department of surgery , Kalinga institute of medical sciences , Bhubaneswar , Odisha , India **Department of surgery , , Kalinga institute of medical sciences , Bhubaneswar , Odisha , India *** Department of surgery , , Kalinga institute of medical sciences , Bhubaneswar , Odisha , India INTRODUCTION Schwannoma, the neurogenic tumor is a benign soft tissue lesion.it presents various anatomic locations . However, it is an uncommon pelvic retroperitoneal tumor. Search of the world literature shows its incidence less than 60 cases in the world. • Schwannomas are generally benign • Cancerous - malignant schwannomas / neurofibrosarcomas. • The most common - vestibular schwannoma • The most common areas are: – the major nerve of the leg (the sciatic nerve) – the nerves at the top of the arm (the brachial plexus) – the lower back (the network of nerves called the sacral plexus 2 Odisha Journal of Social Science, Vol.8, Issue-1 January,2021 Constitutional Symptoms Fatigue Weakness Fever Loss of appetite Loss of weight Back pain Specific Symptoms • Due to Mass- - Dull aching abdominal pain - Flank Pain • Due to Compression - Back Pain/Radicular Pain - Obstructive Features - Aorta/Vena Cava - Nerve Lesions On Examination • Firm to hard • Smooth/nodular • Ill defined • Nontender • Non mobile • Not moving with respiration • Does not fall forward – Knee Elbow posn Investigations • Routine Blood Investigations • Tumour Markers • Paraneoplastic Syndrome Markers • USG abdomen and pelvis • CECT Abdomen / Chest • MRI • IVU • Core Biopsy Treatment • The Best treatment for schwannoma is wide surgical excision to prevent recurrence • Followup with MRI as and when needed very much neccesary • If associated with multiple tumors – Genetic testing should be done Management • Medical Management 3 Odisha Journal of Social Science, Vol.8, Issue-1 January,2021 - Hodgkins - R CHOP - Non Hodgkins - ABVD - Retroperitoneal Sarcoma – AIM , MAID - Retoperitoneal Fibrosis – Tamoxifen, Corticosteroids, Azothioprim - Retroperitoneal
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