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Intravenous Immunoglobulin Treatment, Illness Intrusiveness, And Quality Of Life In Neurological Autoimmune Patients, Pamela Jane Gennari
Intravenous Immunoglobulin Treatment, Illness Intrusiveness, And Quality Of Life In Neurological Autoimmune Patients, Pamela Jane Gennari
2010-2016 Archived Posters
There is scant literature regarding the psychological effects of intravenous immunoglobulin (IVIG) treatment experience on quality of life (QOL) for neurological autoimmune disease patients diagnosed with multiple sclerosis, multifocal motor neuropathy, myasthenia gravis, and chronic inflammatory demyelinating polyneuropathy. IVIG treatment experience predicted QOL in 1 Neuro-QOL subscale; illness intrusiveness mediated 9 of the Neuro-QOL subscales using bias-corrected bootstrapping for statistical significance; and person control did not mediate the relationship between illness intrusiveness and QOL.
Examining The Impact Of Accreditation On A Primary Healthcare Organization In Qatar, Alia G. Banna
Examining The Impact Of Accreditation On A Primary Healthcare Organization In Qatar, Alia G. Banna
2010-2016 Archived Posters
While a modest body of literature exists on accreditation, little research has been conducted on the impact of accreditation on primary care in the Middle East. This descriptive correlational study assessed the changes resulting from the integration of Accreditation Canada International’s (ACI) program at Primary Health Care Corporation (PHCC) in the State of Qatar.
Gender Differences In Cardiometabolic Syndrome Among U.S. Rural And Non-Rural Adults, Srikanta Banerjee, Raymond Panas
Gender Differences In Cardiometabolic Syndrome Among U.S. Rural And Non-Rural Adults, Srikanta Banerjee, Raymond Panas
2010-2016 Archived Posters
Cardiometabolic syndrome (CMS) places an individual at a higher risk of stroke and heart failure. The 2013 Behavior Risk Surveillance System survey, the largest national population-based survey, was used for logistic regression modeling. An effect-modifying relationship was found among women between rural residence and CMS.
Healthy Weight Maintenance: A Narrative Analysis Of Weight Cycling In The Formerly Obese, Cheri Renee Lewis
Healthy Weight Maintenance: A Narrative Analysis Of Weight Cycling In The Formerly Obese, Cheri Renee Lewis
2010-2016 Archived Posters
This study addressed weight cycling and sustained weight loss among 6 formerly obese weight cyclers. Self-determination theory (SDT) and social cognitive theory (SCT) provided theoretical frameworks. Findings revealed five overarching themes and that no single solution exists for successful sustained weight loss in this population.
The Difference Between Cacrep And Non-Cacrep Scores On Professional Counselor Licensure Examinations, Jason King
The Difference Between Cacrep And Non-Cacrep Scores On Professional Counselor Licensure Examinations, Jason King
2010-2016 Archived Posters
This study compared a nine-year period of scores from the National Counselor Examination (NCE), the National Clinical Mental Health Counselor Examination (NCMHCE), and the state jurisprudence examination (SJE). with graduates (n=1,740) from a Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP) mental health counseling (MHC) specialization and with graduates (n=200) from a non-CACREP professional counseling specialization. Results from a t-test, Chi-Square, and Levene's test for equality of variances indicated a better performance from the non-CACREP graduates.
Comparative Analysis Of Eating Patterns Of Individuals With Obese Vs. Normal Bmi And With And Without Type 2 Diabetes, David A. Hernandez, Cheri Ann Hernandez, Chris M. Wellington, Arthur Kidd
Comparative Analysis Of Eating Patterns Of Individuals With Obese Vs. Normal Bmi And With And Without Type 2 Diabetes, David A. Hernandez, Cheri Ann Hernandez, Chris M. Wellington, Arthur Kidd
2010-2016 Archived Posters
This study explored eating patterns of obese-weight (OB) and normal-weight (NW) individuals with and without Type 2 diabetes (T2D). The dietary intakes of OB-T2D individuals were significantly higher than those of NW individuals. Health care professionals can use this knowledge to provide direction for treatment modalities (e.g., different dietary strategies, more intensive dietary therapy, lifestyle counseling).
Maternal And Child Health Access Disparities Among Recent African Immigrants In The United States, Bakali Mukasa
Maternal And Child Health Access Disparities Among Recent African Immigrants In The United States, Bakali Mukasa
2010-2016 Archived Posters
Health care disparities and U.S. national public health concerns and disproportionately affect minority populations. Analysis of published studies on the health of larger immigrant populations from Europe, Asia, South American, and the Caribbean revealed a knowledge gap on the health of African and other minority immigrants. This phenomenological study of 11 recent African immigrants concerned access to maternal and child health (MCH) care as well as the causes and effects of disparities to care-seeking experiences. The results may support interventions to improve health care access and health outcomes of minority immigrants in the United States and beyond.
Mental Health Service Use Among Older African Americans And Caribbean Blacks Who Experience Traumatic Events, Camille Huggins
Mental Health Service Use Among Older African Americans And Caribbean Blacks Who Experience Traumatic Events, Camille Huggins
2010-2016 Archived Posters
This study identifies factors associated with mental health service use among older African American and Caribbean Blacks who have experienced a traumatic event. Method: Data drawn from the Research on Depression and Anxiety Disorders in Elders Clinical Correlation project (RDADE). Hierarchical logistic regressions were used to compute odds ratio. Result: Age, gender, spirituality, depression and access to medical insurance determines the utilization of mental health services. Implications for depression screening in this population.
The Association Between Osteoporosis And Early Menopause Following Hysterectomy, Mia Meeyaong-Won Botkin
The Association Between Osteoporosis And Early Menopause Following Hysterectomy, Mia Meeyaong-Won Botkin
2010-2016 Archived Posters
This study is to examine the association between osteoporosis and demographic and behavioral factors in women of age 50 and older who had undergone hysterectomies prior to reaching natural menopause. The 2009-2010 National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES) was analyzed using multiple logistic regressions analysis. Osteoporosis was inversely associated with demographic and behavioral factors. Non-Hispanic Whites of the age of 36-45 at the time of the hysterectomies were significantly associated with osteoporosis. This study may drive positive social change by facilitating public health to promote and implement effective behavioral interventions in women.