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Empowering digital public health: a study on the mechanisms by which the application of digital technology drives social entrepreneurial intentions in the health sector among university students.

Amidst the tide of the rapid development of digital public health, digital technology has become a core tool driving university students to address social pain points such as health inequality and engage in social innovation. Based on social innovation theory, this study constructs a multiple mediation model of "digital technology application--digital health practice literacy--psychological capital--social entrepreneurial intention," aiming to explore the internal capability and psychological transmission pathways through which digital technology empowerment influences university students' soc…

AMPlifying metabolic screening for inpatients on antipsychotic medications with a nurse-driven protocol.

INTRODUCTION: Patients on antipsychotic medications are at higher risk of developing metabolic syndrome; nevertheless, metabolic screening for patients on antipsychotics is suboptimal. METHODS: This project developed and implemented AMP (Antipsychotic Metabolic screening Protocol), a nurse-driven protocol on inpatient psychiatric units that allowed nursing staff to collect all components of a metabolic screening. Nurses working on units with AMP were surveyed pre- and post-implementation on perception of AMP and empowerment. RESULTS: AMP significantly increased overall metabolic screening as…

The role of personal traits on the dignity of individuals living with schizophrenia: a qualitative study.

BACKGROUND: Schizophrenia significantly detrimentally affects the social functioning of individuals afflicted, particularly in the domains o … search found that the dignity of individuals with schizophrenia is linked to levels of autonomy and empowerment. Patients acknowledged that attempting to take control of their problems enabled them to preserve their dignity to the greatest extent feasible. Patients attempted to cope with the situation by acquiring new skills and enhancing self-empowerment. Th …

Experiences Among Patients With Cystic Fibrosis in the MucoExocet Study of Using Connected Devices for the Management of Pulmonary Exacerbations: Grounded Theory Qualitative Research.

BACKGROUND: Early detection of pulmonary exacerbations (PEx) in patients with cystic fibrosis is important to quickly trigger treatment and … , reflecting reliability, ease of use, accuracy of data, and support of the technology; (2) patient empowerment through technology, grouping patients' learnings, validation of their perception of exacerbation, assessment of treatment efficacy, awareness of healthy behaviors, and ability to react to PEx signs in relation to their care team; (3) use, reflecting …

Beyond economic outcomes: Exploring the social contributions of skills training for persons with disabilities in South Africa.

BACKGROUND: Persons with disabilities experience significant economic exclusion in South Africa. While vocational training has often been viewed through a narrow economic lens, its broader social contributions remained under-researched. OBJECTIVES: This study examined the social contributions of skills training for persons with disabilities, with specific attention to empowerment, inclusion and well-being. METHOD: A qualitative multiple-case study design was employed. Data were generated through semi-structured interviews, photovoice, document analysis and field notes with eight participants…

Pilot Evaluation of a Digital Pretest Education Platform for Genomic Counseling: Perspectives of Health Care Providers and Patients.

Traditional in-person consultations for genetic services create access barriers. We hypothesized that the Genetics Adviser platform-a web-based digital platform delivering clinical genomic services-could reduce these barriers. Focusing on pretest education and counseling, we tested a pilot version of the platform in medical genetics and pediatric endocrinology group practices. The multimethod design consisted of quantitative patient and caregiver surveys, Google Analytics data, and qualitative healthcare provider interviews. Surveys included validated measures of acceptability and empowerment.…

On the Road or on the Web: A Pilot Study of a Mobile Clinic and Telehealth for Autism Assessment in Rural Communities.

Rural communities experience barriers that delay autism diagnosis and services, including few providers with autism expertise, unaffordability, geographic isolation, and limited parent/caregiver (hereinafter "caregiver") education. To address these barriers, the current pilot study assessed the feasibility of delivering autism assessment through a mobile clinic (n = 15) or via telehealth (n = 15) and tested the impact of autism psychoeducation on caregiver autism knowledge and empowerment. Participants included 30 children (aged 1-14 years) and their caregivers. Caregivers of children who rece…

Social factors determining the experience of blindness among pregnant women in developing countries: the case of India.

Approximately 10 million pregnant women around the world develop night blindness annually. In India, one in 11 pregnant women suffers from night blindness. This study used a nationally representative sample of 35,248 women from India between the ages of 15 and 49 who had given birth in the past five years to understand the effect of women's empowerment on developing blindness during pregnancy. Findings from logistic regression showed that several empowerment-related factors, including women's increased age at the birth of their first child, high school education, and participation in their own…

[Therapeutic education in adrenal insufficiency: A tool insufficiently used to prevent or treat early acute adrenal insufficiency].

Acute adrenal insufficiency is a rare, unknown, and life-threatening emergency. It seems therefore essential to help patients gain or maintain the skills they need to prevent or treat early acute adrenal insufficiency, which is the goal of therapeutic education. A program has been implemented within the service focused on patient empowerment.

'I don't think they involve me in any way': Qualitative study of patient centrality in chronic non-communicable disease management in Ghana.

INTRODUCTION: Chronic non-communicable diseases (CNCDs) pose a significant and growing challenge to public health systems worldwide, includi … tween January and May 2019 using in-depth interview guides exploring experiences and perceptions of empowerment and involvement in CNCD management, guided by an adapted Wagner's Chronic Care Model. Reflexive thematic analysis was employed to analyse the data using ATLAS.ti V.7.5.7. RESULTS: Patient centrality was inadequately practised during routine CNCD ma …

Let's talk about recovery in mental health: an international Delphi study of experts by experience.

AIMS: The concept of recovery is featured in the strategic plans of the World Health Organization as well as in other national mental health … hinder recovery. The most agreed-upon statements for defining recovery highlight the importance of empowerment, leading a fulfilling life, ensuring safe-living conditions and acknowledging individuals as holders of rights. Similarly, empowerment and agency were highly agreed upon as relevant recovery indicators. Key findings underscore the significance of a …

Integrative health care model for climacteric stage women: design of the intervention.

BACKGROUND: Climacteric stage women experience significant biological, psychological and social changes. With demographic changes being obse … involves a family doctor, nurse, psychologist, and the woman herself. The health team promotes the empowerment of women through individual and group counseling on the climacteric stage and health related self-care. The intervention lasts three months followed by a three-month follow-up period to evaluate the effectiveness of the model. The effectiveness of t …

Empowering Youth Through Evidence: Applying Outcome Harvesting to Evaluate Sexual Reproductive Health and Rights (SRHR) Advocacy in Ethiopia.

Adolescent sexual and reproductive health and rights (SRHR) challenges, including gender inequality, child marriage, female genital mutilation/cutting and sexual and gender-based violence remain pervasive globally, particularly in Ethiopia. The Power to You(th) programme was designed to address these issues by centering youth voices and fostering transformative community change. This evaluation applied Outcome Harvesting, drawing on mixed quantitative and qualitative data, and employed a participatory approach that engages youth and stakeholders in identifying and verifying programme outcomes

Ключевые результаты мероприятий по профессиональной реабилитации лиц с множественным склерозом: Номинальное техническое исследование группы.

СПРАВОЧНАЯ ИНФОРМАЦИЯ: Мероприятия по профессиональной реабилитации лиц с множественным склерозом (МС) в целях удержания рабочих мест могут оказать позитивное воздействие на независимость человека и непосредственно повлиять на результаты в области здравоохранения и занятости. Вместе с тем оценка эффективности мероприятий в области ПР может быть сопряжена с трудностями в силу их весьма индивидуализированного характера и разнообразных потенциальных последствий для здоровья и занятости, которые могут быть затронуты. AIM: Определение наиболее важных результатов деятельности по сохранению рабочих м

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BACKGROUND: Job retention vocational rehabilitation (VR) interventions for people with multiple sclerosis (MS) can positively impact a perso … and ranked based on priority, relating to four themes: (1) Employer support and collaboration; (2) Empowerment; (3) Symptom management and progression and (4) Professional well-being and performance. CONCLUSION: Improvements in employer support and symptom management were seen as key outcomes for VR interventions that could eventually lead to enhanced work …

Empowering Personal Trainers to Work with Individuals with Disabilities to Improve Their Fitness.

The benefits of regular physical activity for individuals with disabilities (IWDs) are well recognized. Nonetheless, IWDs report several barriers to physical activity participation, including limited access to qualified and experienced personal trainers. Limited research exists from personal trainers' perspective. This qualitative study aimed to examine the experiences of personal trainers who successfully improve the fitness of IWDs. Individual interviews were conducted with ten personal trainers, focusing on educational and occupational background, experiences training IWDs, and experiences

Retention Strategies in Working With Justice-Involved Women.

Research-based findings with vulnerable populations are strengthened by strong retention rates at the time of postintervention data collection. Women in the criminal justice system face a variety of gender-specific challenges including histories of childhood and adult sexual and physical abuse, substance abuse, untreated mental health problems, and chronic housing insecurity that can hinder follow-up of a research sample. The authors highlight a variety of retention strategies that they successfully used in their work with women following incarceration in local county jails.

The relationship between leadership style and nurse-to-nurse incivility: turning the lens inward.

AIM: The aim of this study was to examine the impact of leadership styles on the reported rates of lateral hostility in nurses. BACKGROUND: … ct the level of incivility between staff nurses. The relationship between leaders and staff and the empowerment of staff have the strongest impact on nurse incivility. IMPLICATIONS FOR NURSING MANAGEMENT: The factors found to correlate with incivility in this study are under the influence of nurse leaders. Relationships and interpersonal dynamics must be att …

The role of spirituality in improving psychosocial well-being in women with breast cancer: a qualitative study.

PURPOSE: Women with breast cancer face many psychosocial problems. This study aims to determine the spiritual experiences of women diagnosed … ch was employed to analyze data. RESULTS: The main themes identified in this study were 'spiritual empowerment and coping strategies during the breast cancer process', 'the impact of spirituality on social bonding and emotional support', 'empowerment and identity building through spirituality', and 'integration of spirituality into holistic cancer care'. CO …

Neurophysiological and cognitive effects of Transcranial Direct Current Stimulation in three girls with Rett Syndrome with chronic language impairments.

BACKGROUND: this study was based on both neurophysiological decelerated activity and communication deficits in Rett Syndrome (RTT). AIMS: the aim was to examine the neurophysiological and cognitive effects of Transcranial Direct Current Stimulation (tDCS) in three girls with RTT with chronic language impairments. METHODS AND PROCEDURES: we proposed an integrated intervention: tDCS and cognitive empowerment applied to language in order to enhance speech production (new functional sounds and new words). Because maximal gains usually are achieved when tDCS is coupled with behavioral training, w…

Negotiated risk and resident autonomy: Frontline care staff perspectives on culture change in long term care in Nova Scotia, Canada.

BACKGROUND: Regulating risk, freedom of action, and autonomy in decision making are problems shared by both caregivers and residents in long … ch include: teamwork; the culture of care; regulating risk; the physical environment and care staff empowerment. CONCLUSIONS: An unexpected outcome was the consensus among care staff that it is they who feel at home while working in the care households, leading to empowerment in their work roles and a deeper understanding of the importance of their role in t …