scholarly journals Risk Factors of Financial Exploitation Versus Scam

2021 ◽  
Vol 5 (Supplement_1) ◽  
pp. 88-89
Author(s):  
Pi-Ju Liu ◽  
Stacey Wood ◽  
Aining Wang ◽  
Yaniv Hanoch ◽  
David Hengerer ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factors ◽  
Physical Health ◽  
Short Form ◽  
Empirical Studies ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Financial Measures ◽  
Financial Exploitation ◽  
Gender Education ◽  
Dependent Variables ◽  
Objective Financial Knowledge

Abstract Financial exploitation (FE) perpetrators are usually seen in a position of trust, such as family members or friends, whereas perpetrators of scam tend to be unknown individuals. Few empirical studies have examined victim risk factors, and this study aimed to systematically compare risk factors of FE versus scam. One-hundred-and-ninety-five adults (ages 18-89) were recruited to complete a 60-minute survey and interview at Purdue University in Indiana (n1=97) and Scripps College in California (n2=98). Risk factors assessed included cognitive tasks (overall cognition, memory, and executive decision), socio-emotional questionnaires (depression, resilience, ostracism, and social integration), financial measures (numeracy, objective financial knowledge, retirement worries, and financial well-being), physical health and demographics (age, gender, education level, marital status, ethnicity). Additionally, participants reported experiences of FE and scam, including (1) the 11-item short-form Older Adult Financial Exploitation Measure, (2) seven questions on scam from the Health and Retirement Study, and (3) likelihood to contact a scammer after reviewing lottery scam materials. The three dependent variables were log-transformed before OLS regression models were built. Each dependent variable was associated with different risk factors. Lower standard of living (p=.02) and ostracism (p<.05) independently predicted FE. Lower physical health (b=-.02, p=.003) was the strongest predictor of scam, with lower level of financial well-being (p=.02) serving as an independent predictor. For lottery scams contact likelihood, ostracism (b=.04, p=.005) and being male (b=-.23, p=.04) were the strongest predictors. Since risk factors differed between FE and scam, prevention and intervention programs should target the unique profiles of risk factors for each.

The glass is not half empty: optimism, pessimism, and health among older adults

2019 ◽  
Vol 32 (1) ◽  
pp. 135-139 ◽  
Author(s):  
Michael D. Barnett ◽  
Ellen A. Anderson
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Older Adults ◽  
Physical Health ◽  
Short Form ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Community Dwelling ◽  
Physical And Mental Health ◽  
Cross Sectional Survey ◽  
Life Orientation Test ◽  
Health And Well Being

ABSTRACTObjectives:Optimism and pessimism are distinct constructs that have demonstrated independent relationships with aspects of health and well-being. The purpose of this study was to investigate whether optimism or pessimism is more closely linked with physical and mental health among older adults.Design:Cross-sectional survey.Participants:Community-dwelling older adults (N = 272) ages 59–95 in the southern United States.Measurements:The Life Orientation Test—Revised and the Short Form 8.Results:At the bivariate level, optimism was associated with higher physical health and mental health, while pessimism was associated with lower physical health and mental health. Multiple-regression analyses as well as comparison of correlation coefficients found that pessimism was more closely associated with physical health and mental health than optimism.Conclusions:These results add to the literature suggesting that, in terms of older adults’ health and well-being, avoiding pessimism may be more important than being optimistic.

A well-being programme in severe mental illness. reducing risk for physical ill-health: A post-programme service evaluation at 2 years

2007 ◽  
Vol 22 (7) ◽  
pp. 413-418 ◽  
Author(s):  
Shubulade Smith ◽  
David Yeomans ◽  
Chris J.P. Bushe ◽  
Cecilia Eriksson ◽  
Tom Harrison ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factors ◽  
Mental Illness ◽  
Cardiovascular Risk ◽  
Physical Health ◽  
Severe Mental Illness ◽  
Cardiovascular Risk Factors ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Self Esteem ◽  
Service Evaluation ◽  
Support Programme

AbstractintroductionCardiovascular disease is more prevalent in patients with severe mental illness (SMI) than in the general population.MethodSeven geographically diverse centres were assigned a nurse to monitor the physical health of SMI patients in secondary care over a 2-year period in the “Well-being Support Programme” (WSP). A physical health screen was performed and patients were given individual weight and lifestyle advice including smoking cessation to reduce cardiovascular risk.ResultsNine hundred and sixty-six outpatients with SMI >2 years were enrolled. The completion rate at 2 years was 80%. Significant improvements were observed in levels of physical activity (p < 0.0001), smoking (p < 0.05) and diet (p < 0.0001). There were no changes in mean BMI although 42% lost weight over 2 years. Self-esteem improved significantly. Low self-esteem decreased from 43% at baseline to 15% at 2 years (p < 0.0001). At the end of the programme significant cardiovascular risk factors remained, 46% of subjects smoked, 26% had hypertension and 81% had BMI >25.ConclusionPhysical health problems are common in SMI subjects. Many patients completed 2 years follow up suggesting that this format of programme is an acceptable option for SMI patients. Cardiovascular risk factors were significantly improved. interventions such as the Well-being Support Programme should be made widely available to people with SMI.

scholarly journals Neuromyelitis optica spectrum disorder

2019 ◽  
Vol 6 (4) ◽  
pp. e580 ◽  
Author(s):  
Janine Beekman ◽  
Aysha Keisler ◽  
Omar Pedraza ◽  
Masayuki Haramura ◽  
Athos Gianella-Borradori ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Physical Health ◽  
Negative Impact ◽  
Emotional Health ◽  
Short Form ◽  
Financial Burden ◽  
Treatment Options ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Psychological Resilience ◽  
Sf 36 ◽  
Negative Impacts

ObjectiveTo gain insights into NMOSD disease impact, which may negatively affect QoL of patients, their families, and social network.MethodsThe current study used validated instruments to assess physical, emotional, and socioeconomic burden of NMOSD on QoL among 193 patients.ResultsA majority of patients reported an initial diagnosis of a disease other than NMOSD. Overall, two-thirds of patients reported NMOSD as having a strong negative impact on physical health (Short Form-36 [SF-36] score 27.1 ± 39.1), whereas emotional well-being was relatively unimpaired on average (SF-36 score 54.0 ± 44.9). A subset of patients reported having the highest category of emotional health despite worse physical health or financial burden, suggesting psychological resilience. Pain (r = 0.61) and bowel/bladder dysfunction (r = 0.41) imposed the greatest negative physical impact on overall QoL. In turn, ability to work correlated inversely with worsened health (r = −0.68). Increased pain, reduced sexual function, inability to work, and reduced QoL had greatest negative impacts on emotional well-being. Dissatisfaction with treatment options and economic burden correlated inversely with QoL.ConclusionsCollectively, the current findings advance the understanding of physical, emotional, social, and financial tolls imposed by NMOSD. These insights offer potential ways to enhance QoL by managing pain, enhancing family and social networks, and facilitating active employment.

scholarly journals DIETARY PATTERNS

2015 ◽  
Vol 22 (06) ◽  
pp. 811-817
Author(s):  
Bushra Yasmeen ◽  
Nermeen Jamshaid ◽  
Muhammad Zohaib Khan ◽  
Munnaza Salman ◽  
Raza Ullah
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factors ◽  
Health Behaviors ◽  
Physical Health ◽  
Food Consumption ◽  
Dietary Patterns ◽  
Kidney Diseases ◽  
Tap Water ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Protective Effects ◽  
Behavioral Determinants

In order to promote healthful trends, insight is needed in the behavioraldeterminants of nutrition behaviors. Most research on behavioral determinants has been linkedwith individuals’ physical health and socio-economic factors. However, health behavior isinfluenced by individual physical health and abilities. Multiple dynamics of chronic illnesseswithin human body influenced the dietary patterns. For disease prognosis, doctors advisedpatients to observe preventive measures. Objective: The researchers tried to identify thechanges in the dietary patterns protective effects of food consumption such as mutton, chicken,beef, snacks and sweets on chronic illnesses that reduce the risk factors and contribute in thepatients’ health behaviors. Setting: The empirical data was collected from three Dialysis Units:Mayo Hospital, Jinnah Hospital, Lahore General Hospital and all admitted patients of PunjabInstitute of Cardiology, Lahore. Methodology: These four hospitals have good turn-over ofthe patients should in this exploratory study, purposive sampling method was used. For thecollection of quantitative data, a hospital-based survey was conducted by using a structuredinterview schedule. Study Subjects: 275 patients (131-cardiac and 144-renal failure) including184 males (67%) and 91 females (33%) between age of 20 to 110 years were interviewed. Agemean ± standard deviation was 44 years; S.D = 15.338. Data Analysis: Descriptive statistics(frequencies, percentages) and multiple response tables were deployed to find out the researchgoals across heart and kidney diseases. Results: Results indicates that before illness, majority238 (86.5%) of the patients took three meals. After illness, 34% patients changed the foodconsumption. In two meals, 96.7% patients used vegetables, 86.2% used pulses along withchapatti, and 98.5% used tap water to drink. In other drinks, 87.6% used tea, 50.5% used milk,and 52% used to drink lassi. A high proportion (65%) of patients for first treatment consultswith GP’s. 10.6% changed their food consumption on the advice of hakeem/homeopathic and10.6% changed on the advices of others. 78% were unable to perform their daily activities andneed help; 89% patients changed food choices; and 86% patients follow doctors’ advices.Conclusion: Change in diet is a contributing factor towards health and well-being duringillness. It reduces risk factors and a good indicator of patients’ health behaviors to cope withthe disease.

scholarly journals Marital Status and Physical Health: Racial Differences

2019 ◽  
Vol 6 (3) ◽  
pp. 108-113
Author(s):  
Shervin Assari
Keyword(s):  
Physical Health ◽  
Marital Status ◽  
Racial Differences ◽  
The United States ◽  
The State ◽  
Economic Resources ◽  
Single Item ◽  
Gender Education ◽  
Dependent Variables ◽  
Education And Employment

Background and aims: As suggested by the Minorities’ Diminished Return Theory, the association between socioeconomic status and health is weaker for racial and ethnic minorities compared to Whites. The current study compared Blacks and Whites in terms of the association between marital status and physical health. Methods: The State of the State Survey (SOSS) included 881 adults (92 Blacks and 782 Whites) generalizable to the state of Michigan, the United States. The marital status and self-rated physical health (SRPH), which was measured using a single item, were considered as independent and dependent variables, respectively. In addition, age, gender, education, and employment were covariates and race/ ethnicity was regarded as the moderating factor. Finally, logistic regression was used for data analysis. Results: Based on the results, being married was associated with better SRPH, which is the net considered by all confounders. A significant interaction was found between race and marital status on SRPH, suggesting a larger association for Blacks compared to Whites. In race stratified models, marital status was related to better SRPH for Whites and Blacks, but the magnitude of this link was larger for Blacks compared to Whites. Conclusion: Overall, marital status was differently linked to SRPM for Whites and Blacks. Accordingly, policymakers should be cautious while not assuming that diverse racial and ethnic groups with similar economic resources have similar health status.

scholarly journals The Impact of the COVID-19 Pandemic on Quality of Life and Well-Being in Morocco

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Zouhour Samlani ◽  
Yassine Lemfadli ◽  
Adil Ait Errami ◽  
Sofia Oubaha ◽  
Khadija Krati
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Mental Health ◽  
Physical Health ◽  
Short Form ◽  
Demographic Data ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Chronic Health ◽  
Health Score ◽  
The Impact

Introduction:The majority of epidemiological reports focus on confirmed cases of COVID-19. In this study, we aim to assess the health and well-being of adults not infected with Covid-19 after two months of quarantine in Morocco.Materials and methods:Two months after the declaration of quarantine in Morocco following the Covid-19 epidemic, we carried out a descriptive cross-sectional study of 279 Moroccan citizens. We used the Short Form Health Survey (SF-12) as a determinant of quality of life, which is based on eight dimensions of health. The data were collected using an electronic questionnaire distributed online. The participants also indicated their socio-demographic data, their knowledge and practices regarding the Covid-19 pandemic and whether they had chronic health problems.Results:The quality of life of all participants was moderately disrupted during the Covid-19 pandemic with a mental health score (MCS) of 34.49 (&plusmn; 6.44) and a physical health score (PCS) of 36.10 (&plusmn; 5.82). Participants with chronic diseases scored lower with 29.28 (&plusmn; 1.23) in mental health (MCS) and 32.51 (&plusmn; 7.14) in physical health (PCS). The seriousness of COVID-19 has an impact on the quality of life and health well-being of people and this impact is more marked in patients with chronic health problems.Conclusion: Our results confirm the need to pay attention to the health of people who have not been infected with the virus. Our results also point out that uninfected people with chronic illnesses may be more likely to have well-being problems due to quarantine restrictions.

The Impact of Physical Health, Race, and Financial Status on Relational Satisfaction

2021 ◽  
pp. 0192513X2110588
Author(s):  
Eman Tadros ◽  
Melanie Barbini ◽  
Katherine A. Durante ◽  
Michelle Cappetto
Keyword(s):  
Relationship Satisfaction ◽  
Physical Health ◽  
Romantic Relationship ◽  
Short Form ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Global Evaluation ◽  
Relational Satisfaction ◽  
Medical Family Therapy ◽  
Financial Status ◽  
The Impact

Relationship satisfaction is a subjective and global evaluation of a romantic relationship based on a sense of happiness, contentment, and fulfillment felt by a partner. Prior research demonstrates that relationship satisfaction can help mediate difficult life situations and stress and may contribute to a partner’s well-being and health. However, the literature examining partner-specific sources of relational satisfaction are lacking. Through a medical family therapy lens, this study examined women’s reported physical health’s impact on relational satisfaction. A total of 555 women in romantic relationships completed a survey with questions from the Medical Outcomes Study 20-Item Short-Form Health Survey and the Relationship Assessment Scale. A hierarchical linear regression indicated that physical health, race, and financial status were significant predictors of relational satisfaction. Findings highlight the importance of physical health’s impacts on relational satisfaction and provide clinical implications and future directions on strengthening couples’ relational satisfaction.

scholarly journals Impact of extreme prematurity or extreme low birth weight on young adult health and well-being: the Victorian Infant Collaborative Study (VICS) 1991–1992 Longitudinal Cohort study protocol

BMJ Open ◽  
2019 ◽  
Vol 9 (5) ◽  
pp. e030345 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jeanie L Y Cheong ◽  
John D Wark ◽  
Michael M Cheung ◽  
Louis Irving ◽  
Alice C Burnett ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Risk Factors ◽  
Logistic Regression ◽  
Birth Weight ◽  
Physical Health ◽  
Collaborative Study ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Childhood And Adolescence ◽  
Socioemotional Functioning ◽  
Health And Well Being

IntroductionInfants born extremely preterm (EP, <28 weeks’ gestation) or with extremely low birth weight (ELBW,<1000 g) in the era when surfactant has been available clinically are at high risk of health and developmental problems in childhood and adolescence. However, how their health and well-being may be affected in adulthood is not well known. This study aims to compare between EP/ELBW and normal birthweight (NBW) controls: (1) physical health, mental health and socioemotional functioning at 25 years of age and (2) trajectories of these outcomes from childhood to adulthood. In addition, this study aims to identify risk factors in pregnancy, infancy, childhood and adolescence for poor physical health and well-being in EP/ELBW young adults.Methods and analysisThe Victorian Infant Collaborative Study (VICS) is a prospective geographical cohort of all EP/ELBW survivors to 18 years of age born in the State of Victoria, Australia, from 1 January 1991 to 31 December 1992 (n=297) and contemporaneous term-born/NBW controls (n=262). Participants were recruited at birth and followed up at 2, 5, 8 and 18 years. This 25-year follow-up includes assessments of physical health (cardiovascular, respiratory and musculoskeletal), mental health and socioemotional functioning. Outcomes will be compared between the birth groups using linear and logistic regression, fitted using generalised estimating equations (GEEs). Trajectories of health outcomes from early childhood will be compared between the birth groups using linear mixed-effects models. Risk factors for adult outcomes will be assessed using linear and logistic regression (fitted using GEEs).Ethics and disseminationThis study was approved by the Human Research Ethics Committees of the Royal Women’s Hospital, Mercy Hospital for Women, Monash Medical Centre and the Royal Children’s Hospital, Melbourne. Study outcomes will be disseminated through conference presentations, peer-reviewed publications, the internet and social media.

scholarly journals An Ecological Model of Risk Factors in Older Adults With Repeated Exposure to Elder Mistreatment

2021 ◽  
Vol 5 (Supplement_1) ◽  
pp. 427-428
Author(s):  
Mengting Li ◽  
XinQi Dong ◽  
Qun Le
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factors ◽  
Social Service ◽  
Ecological Model ◽  
Empirical Studies ◽  
Health Risk Behavior ◽  
Financial Independence ◽  
Older Immigrants ◽  
Financial Exploitation ◽  
Unit Increase ◽  
Reduce Health Risk

Abstract Limited empirical studies examined the factors related to repeated EM exposures among Chinese older immigrants. Guided by the ecological model, this study aims to explore what are the risk factors leading to recurrence of EM. Data were drawn from the two-wave PINE Study with 725 participants having EM at baseline and 191 reported repeated EM after two years. EM was evaluated by a 66-item instrument, including psychological, physical, and sexual mistreatment, financial exploitation, and caregiver neglect. Logistic regression was used. Increasing financial independence was associated with lower possibility of repeated EM (OR: 0.72, 95%CI 0.56-0.92). Every one unit increase in ADL impairment (OR: 1.10, 95%CI 1.02-1.18), IADL impairment (OR: 1.09, 95%CI 1.05-1.13) and increase frequency of alcohol consumption (OR: 1.33, 95%CI 1.06-1.66) were associated with higher possibility of repeated EM. Social service could improve physical function, provide financial support, and reduce health-risk behavior to prevent the recurrence of EM.

scholarly journals Work-based risk factors and quality of life in health care workers providing maternal and newborn care during the Sierra Leone Ebola epidemic: findings using the WHOQOL-BREF and HSE Management Standards Tool

BMJ Open ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 10 (11) ◽  
pp. e032929
Author(s):  
Susan Jones ◽  
Sarah White ◽  
Judith Ormrod ◽  
Betty Sam ◽  
Florence Bull ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Risk Factors ◽  
Physical Health ◽  
Sierra Leone ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Workplace Stress ◽  
International Standards ◽  
World Health ◽  
Increased Risk

IntroductionBefore the 2014, Ebola epidemic in Sierra Leone, healthcare workers (HCWs) faced many challenges. Workload and personal risk of HCWs increased but their experiences of these have not been well explored. HCWs evaluation of their quality of life (QoL) and risk factors for developing work-based stress is important in helping to develop a strong and committed workforce in a resilient health system.MethodsCross-sectional study using World Health Organisation Quality of Life (WHOQOL)-BREF and Health and Safety Executive (HSE) Standards Tools in 13 Emergency Obstetric Care facilities to (1) understand the perceptions of HCWs regarding workplace risk factors for developing stress, (2) evaluate HCWs perceptions of QoL and links to risk factors for workplace stress and (3) assess changes in QoL and risk factors for stress after a stress management programme.Results222 completed the survey at baseline and 156 at follow-up. At baseline, QoL of HCWs was below international standards in all domains. There was a significant decrease in score for physical health and psychological well-being (mean decrease (95% CI); 2.3 (0.5–4.1) and 2.3 (0.4–4.1)). Lower cadres had significant decreases in scores for physical health and social relationships (13.0 (3.6–22.4) and 14.4 (2.6–26.2)). On HSE peer-support and role understanding scored highly (mean scores 4.0 and 3.7 on HSE), workplace demands were average or high-risk factors (mean score 3.0). There was a significant score reduction in the domains relationships and understanding of role (mean score reduction (95% CI) 0.16 (0.01–0.31) and 0.11 (0.01–0.21)), particularly among lower cadres (0.83 (0.3–1.4).ConclusionHCWs in low-resourced settings may have increased risk factors for developing workplace stress with low QoL indicators; further exploration of this is needed to support staff and develop their contribution to the development of resilient health systems.

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