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Resilience: Key Factors Associated With Resilience Of Older People In Botswana, Magen Mhaka-Mutepfa, Sheila Shaibu

School of Nursing & Midwifery, East Africa

This study aims to determine key factors that predict resilience in older people. A cross-sectional design and quantitative methods were used for this study. Four districts were selected in Botswana using cluster random sampling. Data on resilience from 378 older adults aged 60 years+ [Mean Age (SD) = 71.1(9.0)] was collected using snowballing technique. Data on socio-demographics, protective and risk factors were also collected from urban and rural areas. CHAID (Chi-squared Automatic Interaction Detection) analysis was used to predict the strengths of the relationships among resilience and all predictor variables because the data were skewed. Five major predictor …

Case Study 7: Effects Of Tai Chi On Patients With Mild Cognitive Impairment

Journal of Nonprofit Innovation

“Background and Purpose. Mild cognitive impairment (MCI) is a common condition, which threatens the quality of life of older adults. Tai Chi (TC) is growing in popularity among patients with MCI. This study is aimed at evaluating the effectiveness and safety of TC in older adults with MCI.”

Epigenetic Grimage Acceleration And Cognitive Impairment In Bipolar Disorder, Camila N C Lima, Robert Suchting, Giselli Scaini, Valeria A Cuellar, Alexandra Del Favero-Campbell, Consuelo Walss-Bass, Jair C Soares, Joao Quevedo, Gabriel R Fries

Faculty, Staff and Student Publications

Bipolar disorder (BD) has been previously associated with clinical signs of premature aging, including accelerated epigenetic aging in blood and brain, and a steeper age-related decline in cognitive function. However, the clinical drivers and cognitive correlates of epigenetic aging in BD are still unknown. We aimed to investigate the relationship between multiple measures of epigenetic aging acceleration with clinical, functioning, and cognitive outcomes in patients with BD and controls. Blood genome-wide DNA methylation levels were measured in BD patients (n = 153) and matched healthy controls (n = 50) with the Infinium MethylationEPIC BeadChip (Illumina). Epigenetic age estimates were calculated …

Disease Burden Affects Aging Brain Function, Lori L Beason-Held, Danielle Fournier, Andrea T Shafer, Elisa Fabbri, Yang An, Chiung-Wei Huang, Murat Bilgel, Dean F Wong, Luigi Ferrucci, Susan M Resnick

2020-Current year OA Pubs

BACKGROUND: Most older adults live with multiple chronic disease conditions, yet the effect of multiple diseases on brain function remains unclear.

METHODS: We examine the relationship between disease multimorbidity and brain activity using regional cerebral blood flow (rCBF) 15O-water PET scans from 97 cognitively normal participants (mean baseline age 76.5) in the Baltimore Longitudinal Study of Aging (BLSA). Multimorbidity index scores, generated from the presence of 13 health conditions, were correlated with PET data at baseline and in longitudinal change (n = 74) over 5.05 (2.74 SD) years.

RESULTS: At baseline, voxel-based analysis showed that higher multimorbidity scores were associated …

World Guidelines For Falls Prevention And Management For Older Adults: A Global Initiative, Manuel Montero-Odasso, Susan Stark, Et Al.

2020-Current year OA Pubs

No abstract provided.

The Effect Of Health Promotion Program On Perceived Self-Efficacy And Self-Care Practices Among Elderly With Multimorbidity In Chiang Mai, Thailand, Jukkrit Wungrath, Nuttida Khumai, Phinphot Phrommasen

Kesmas

Multimorbidity in the elderly is a major public health issue with serious consequences. This study investigated the effects of health promotion programs on perceived self-efficacy and self-care practices among the elderly with multimorbidity using a quasi-experimental study design from February to July 2021. The study samples were the elderly from Doi Saket District, Chiang Mai Province, Thailand, selected by a multistage random sampling technique. The experimental and control groups each comprised 40 elderlies with multimorbidity. All elderly participants took part in a 12-week health promotion program. The perceived self-efficacy and self-care practices of the study samples were assessed using interviews, …

The Bg News August 31, 2022, Bowling Green State University

BG News (Student Newspaper)

The BGSU campus student newspaper. August 31, 2022. Volume 102-Issue 2.

Perception Versus Reality: How Do Older Drivers Self-Perceive Their Own Driving Abilities?, Mackenzie Richards

American Journal of Rising Scholar Activities

As the general population ages worldwide, the percentage of drivers aged 65 years and older continues to increase. By the year 2030, one quarter of drivers are projected to be represented in this age category. As a result, it is imperative to continue research efforts involving older adults. At the same time, leading car manufacturers are developing semi- and fully- autonomous vehicles at a rapid rate, which are expected to be available to the public in the next few years. Several research gaps exist regarding older adults’ feelings towards this new technology. However, without a thorough understanding of how older …

The Association Between Adherence To Oral Antihyperglycemic Agent And Hba1c Level, Indana Ayu Soraya, Rani Sauriasari, Pukovisa Prawiroharjo, Hindun Wilda Risni

Pharmaceutical Sciences and Research

Adherence to taking medication is essential for patients with chronic diseases such as Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus (T2DM). There have been many studies about the association between medication adherence and HbA1c levels, but few have used Adherence Refills and Medications Scale (ARMS) questionnaire and Proportion of Days Covered (PDC) method to measure adherence in Indonesian population. The aim of this study were to assess the association of medication adherence to HbA1c levels and compare two methods of adherence measurements. This research was conducted at Pasar Minggu Public Health Center, Jakarta using a cross-sectional design. The adherence assessment was conducted using …

Association Between Fall History And Gait, Balance, Physical Activity, Depression, Fear Of Falling, And Motor Capacity: A 6-Month Follow-Up Study, Catherine Park, Md Moin Uddin Atique, Ramkinker Mishra, Bijan Najafi

Center on Aging Staff Publications

Maintaining function in older adults is key to the quality of life and longevity. This study examined the potential impact of falls on accelerating further deterioration over time in gait, balance, physical activity, depression, fear of falling, and motor capacity in older adults. 163 ambulatory older adults (age = 76.5 ± 7.7 years) participated and were followed for 6 months. They were classified into fallers or non-fallers based on a history of falling within the past year. At baseline and 6 months, all participants were objectively assessed for gait, balance, and physical activity using wearable sensors. Additional assessments included psychosocial …

Telomere Length In Various Age Groups Of Normal-Body Weight Thais And Obese Thais, Thamonwan Nantanawut, Preeya Leelahagul, Aruchalean Taweewongsounton, Wutarak Puengputtho, Somchai Bovornkitti

Asian Medical Journal and Alternative Medicine

Introduction: Telomere is non-coding nucleoprotein at the terminal of chromosomes that shortens during DNA replication as a cause of aging. In obese people, excess body fat is a key role in inducing chronic inflammation which accelerates telomere shortening. This study aimed to determine the difference in telomere length between normal body weight and obese Thais males aged 21-82 years.
Methods: This study was a cross-sectional design including 39 normal body weight and 41 obese subjects. Nutritional status was assessed using body composition and blood biochemistry. General information and health information were obtained by using questionnaires. Telomere length was measured using …

Inpatient Physical Activity Across A Large University City Hospital: A Behavioral Mapping Study, Karin Valkenet, Prue Mcrae, Elja Reijneveld, Marielle Jans, Petra Bor, Lotte Van Delft, Daniel L. Young, Cindy Veenhof

Physical Therapy Faculty Research

Background: Physical inactivity is common during hospitalization. Physical activity has been described in different inpatient populations but never across a hospital. Purpose: To describe inpatient movement behavior and associated factors throughout a single university hospital. Methods: A prospective observational study was performed. Patients admitted to clinical wards were included. Behavioral mapping was undertaken for each participant between 9AM and 4PM. The location, physical activity, daily activity, and company of participants were described. Barriers to physical activity were examined using linear regression analyses. Results: In total, 345 participants from 19 different wards were included. The mean (SD) age was 61 (16) …

Cultural Transmission Vectors Of Essential Knowledge And Skills Among Tsimane Forager-Farmers, Eric Schniter, Hillard Kaplan, Michael Gurven

ESI Publications

Humans transmit cultural information to others in a variety of ways that can affect productivity, cultural success, and ultimately fitness. Not all potential transmitters are expected to be equally preferred by learners or equally willing to influence their culture acquisition. Across socioeconomic opportunities and ages in the human life course, costs and benefits to both learners and potential transmitters are expected to vary, affecting rates of culture transmission from different vectors. Here we examine reported patterns of culture transmission contributing to 92 essential skills among a sample of 421 Tsimane forager-farmers native to Bolivia. Consistent with the expectation that the …

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The Role Of Familiarity And The Age-Based Double Standard In Evaluating Memory And Iadl Errors, Kristopher J. Kimbler, Ashley M. Escalon

Adultspan Journal

Research suggests that errors committed by older adults are viewed as more problematic than identical errors committed by younger adults. This study is the first to examine whether these age-based biases are found when evaluating social partners. The current study (N = 162) used a 2 X 2 (target age: young vs. old; familiarity: hypothetical vs. social partner) between-subjects design to assess the extent that familiarity influences the evaluations of errors committed by others. Findings suggest that age-based biases do not differ when evaluating social partners compared to hypothetical targets. Implications for counselors and other healthcare professionals are included.

A Step Toward An Interfaith Visitation Ministry To Provide Spiritual, Social, And Emotional Support To The Seriously Ill And Elderly At Their Homes In The Community Served By Good Samaritan Medical Center Lafayette, Colorado, Grant Gill Kirksey

Doctoral Dissertations and Projects

The purpose of this Doctor of Ministry action research thesis is to identify the support offered to the seriously ill and elderly by local faith-based communities, to compare the identified interventions provided, to discuss the population’s needs and satisfaction with their local hospitals, and to discuss the results in the context of the population of seriously ill and elderly community members, and explore opportunities for Good Samaritan Medical Center (GSMC), Lafayette, Colorado, to partner with local religious communities to improve the well-being of the seriously ill and elderly in their community. This project will include the analysis of needs and …

Health Related Challenges Of Rural Elderly Living In Co-Residential Family Care Arrangements, Kidus Yenealem Mefteh

The Qualitative Report

Family plays an indispensable role in the care and support of the rising number of older people particularly in developing countries like Ethiopia where the system of public transfer is minimal. Previous studies in Ethiopia focus on institutionalized and urban-dwelling elderly with little attention to the elderly in the informal care paradigm and rural areas. This study aims to explore the health-related experiences of dependent rural elderly who get care and support within a family setting. A phenomenology method was used, and in-depth interviews were employed to collect data from purposively sampled elders. Data were inductively coded and developed into …

The Effect Of A Physical Training Program On Several Body Variables And Depression Degree Of Female Trainees While Banned During The Corona Pandemic, Samira M. Orabi, Manal M. Bayyat, Naema Abdusllam Oun

Al-Balqa Journal for Research and Studies البلقاء للبحوث والدراسات

Due to the global COVID 19 pandemic, a curfew was imposed to eliminate the spread of the virus. This study aims to investigate the effect of a training program on several body variables and depression degree of female trainees while banned during the Corona pandemic. The study sample consisted of 20 female trainees attending the Consultative Center in the city of Al- Zawia west / Libya. The proposed training program included rhythmic aerobic exercises accompanied with music for 8 weeks, 3 sessions/week for 45 minutes per session. Researchers have used different tools to measure body variables and the “The Beck …

New Faculty, 2022-2023, University Of Mississippi. Provost

New Faculty

No abstract provided.

Advancing Methods Of Measurement And Education For Communication In Dementia Care, Clarissa Shaw, Lainie Jackson, Katie Knox, Heather Bair

Sigma Foundation for Nursing Research Grant Reports

The purpose of this study was to develop a series of simulations to represent dementia care in the hospital environment and determine if simulation can accurately capture Elderspeak communication in dementia.

Self-Reflection And Insight As Sources Of Resilience For Young Black Men, Kisha Thompson

Sigma Foundation for Nursing Research Grant Reports

Young Black men in America experience increased vulnerability to health disparities due to the continued exposure to oppression in the Black community. This pilot study examined the influence of reflective practices in mitigating adverse health outcomes, specifically looking at the relationships among self-reflection, insight, and resilience in young Black men. Flyers and snowball sampling were used to recruit a sample of young Black men (n = 89) between 18 and 40 from the northeastern United States.

The Impact Of Increased Interdisciplinary Communication On Hospital Admission Rates In The Geriatric Population: An Integrative Review, Molly K. Langston

Doctoral Dissertations and Projects

The medical complexity of geriatric residents puts them at an increased risk of hospital readmissions related to coronary artery disease, myocardial infarction, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, and diabetes, along with other chronic diseases. Geriatric residents of assisted living, skilled nursing, and memory care facilities should hold a particular interest to stakeholders, as the simple intervention of increasing early communication and correspondence regarding chronic diseases can have a great impact on quality improvement outcomes as well as financial burden of the institution. Additionally, interdisciplinary communication can be individualized to meet the needs of each geriatric resident in order to reduce the …

Trends In Health Outcomes Before And After Long Term Care Federal Regulations Limited Antipsychotic Medication Use: A Secondary Data Analysis, Karen Robson

Electronic Theses and Dissertations

Trends in resident falls did not significantly change, although trends in serious injury from falls declined ten years after regulations restricted antipsychotic medications in long-term care facilities. Trends in functional and continence status worsened after the regulations were implemented.

Social Capital And Mental Health Among Chinese Older Adults, Yuekang Li

Brown School Graduate Student Theses and Dissertations

This study aims to develop our understanding of social capital by exploring the dimensions and profiles of social capital among Chinese older adults and the factors and health conditions associated with social capital in later life. The approach was secondary analyses of the China Family Panel Study (CFPS), a nationally representative survey of the Chinese population. It is the intent of this work to offer applicable guidance on policy and project design regarding health promotion for the aging population through social intervention. Aim 1 explores the dimensions and associative factors of social capital of Chinese older adults. It was found …

Covad Survey 2 Long-Term Outcomes: Unmet Need And Protocol, Zoha Zahid Fazal, Parikshit Sen, Mrudula Joshi, Naveen Ravichandran, James B. Lilleker, Vishwesh Agarwal, Sinan Kardes, Minchul Kim, Jessica Day, Ashima Makol

Medical College Documents

Vaccine hesitancy is considered a major barrier to achieving herd immunity against COVID-19. While multiple alternative and synergistic approaches including heterologous vaccination, booster doses, and antiviral drugs have been developed, equitable vaccine uptake remains the foremost strategy to manage pandemic. Although none of the currently approved vaccines are live-attenuated, several reports of disease flares, waning protection, and acute-onset syndromes have emerged as short-term adverse events after vaccination. Hence, scientific literature falls short when discussing potential long-term effects in vulnerable cohorts. The COVAD-2 survey follows on from the baseline COVAD-1 survey with the aim to collect patient-reported data on the long-term …

Hospital Nursing Factors Associated With Decreased Odds Of Mortality In Older Adult Medicare Surgical Patients With Depression, Aparna Kumar, Douglas Sloane, Linda Aiken, Matthew Mchugh

College of Nursing Faculty Papers & Presentations

Background: Depression is common, costly, and has deleterious effects in older adult surgical patients. Little research exists examining older adult surgical patient outcomes and depression and the potential for nursing factors to affect these outcomes. The purpose of this study was to determine the relationship between hospital nursing resources, 30-day mortality; and the impact of depression on this relationship.

Methods: This was a retrospective cohort study employing a national nurse survey, hospital data, and Medicare claims data from 2006-2007. The sample included: 296,561 older adult patients, aged 65-90, who had general, orthopedic, or vascular surgery in acute care general hospitals …

Preventing Hospital-Acquired Pressure Injury In High-Risk Patients, Sahara Thapa

Master's Projects and Capstones

Hospital-Acquired Pressure Injury (HAPI) can be costly for Skilled Nursing Facilities (SNFs) and painful for the patients. Most pressure injuries are considered preventable, but many patients die each year from complications from pressure injuries. Pressure injury treatment costs millions of dollars annually, which could be spent on other treatments. A quality improvement (QI) project was formulated to address pressure-related injuries and improve patient care outcomes in one skilled nursing facility in Northern California. Based on a review of current evidence, HAPI prevention education was implemented for all patient care staff. The education focused on skin assessment, risk factors, staging of …

Florida Guardianship And The Elderly: The Paradoxical Right To Unwanted Assistance, Alison Patrucco Barnes

Florida Law Review

No abstract provided.

Positionality: The Interplay Of Space, Context And Identity, Rebecca Y. Bayeck

Instructional Technology and Learning Sciences Faculty Publications

This article considers the way in which positionality shifts and is formed during a cross-cultural study to reveal the complexity of the insider-outsider status. As a researcher in a male-dominated game setting, I reflect on the research process and my interactions with participants to show the interplay of space, context, and identity in shaping a researcher’s status. I discuss the process of gaining access to the research site and participants, and data collection in relation to space, context, and identity. The interaction of my identities with space, and context informed my status at various moments. This interplay constructs a complex …

Improving Our Understanding Of Driving Changes In Preclinical And Early Symptomatic Alzheimer's Disease: The Role Of Naturalistic Driving Studies, Catherine M Roe

2020-Current year OA Pubs

Research on how preclinical and early symptomatic Alzheimer's disease (AD) impacts driving behavior is in its infancy, with several important research areas yet to be explored. This paper identifies research gaps and suggests priorities for driving studies over the next few years among those at the earliest stages of AD. These priorities include how individual differences in demographic and biomarker measures of AD pathology, as well as differences in the in-vehicle and external driving environment, affect driving behavior. Understanding these differences is important to developing future interventions to increase driving safety among those at the earliest stages of AD.