Suicide Ideation and Depression Quality of Life Ratings in a Reservation-Based Community of Native American Youths and Young Adults

AbstractSuicide among adolescents is a significant public health concern in the U.S., especially within American Indian and Alaska Native (AIAN) communities. Lack of quality of life (QoL) estimates for both suicide ideation and depression specific to the AIAN population hinders the ability to compare interventions in cost-effectiveness analysis. We surveyed 200 AI youth and young adults from the Fort Apache Indian Reservation to estimate utility weights for experiencing suicide ideation and depression. Our results indicate that, on a scale of 0–100, with higher scores indicating better health, the general community rates both suicide ideation and depression at 15.8 and 25.1, respectively. These weights are statistically significantly different and lower than for other cultures. Culturally specific QoL values will allow the comparison and identification of the most effective and feasible interventions to reduce the suicide burden among tribal communities.

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Factors influencing the quality of life among Indonesian elderly

Journal of Health Research ◽

10.1108/jhr-08-2018-037 ◽

2018 ◽

Vol 32 (5) ◽

pp. 326-333

Author(s):

Bayu Anggileo Pramesona ◽

Surasak Taneepanichskul

Keyword(s):

Quality Of Life ◽

Treatment Strategies ◽

Healthcare Services ◽

Health Concern ◽

Sample Collection ◽

Content Type ◽

Factors Influencing ◽

Significant Public Health Concern ◽

Significant Public Health

Purpose In spite of being a significant public health concern, quality of life (QoL) amongst elderly in nursing home (NH) settings is rarely analyzed. The purpose of this paper is to examine the level of QoL and factors influencing QoL amongst elderly NH residents in Indonesia. Design/methodology/approach A survey was conducted amongst 181 elderly at three NHs in three districts in Yogyakarta province, Indonesia. Purposive sampling was used for the study site and sample collection. Face-to-face interviews were performed using the WHO Quality of Life BREF Indonesian version questionnaire to assess elderly QoL. Multivariate linear regression was performed to determine the factors influencing the QoL amongst elderly NH residents. Findings The response rate was 66.3 percent. A total of 64.1 percent of elderly had a fair level of QoL, whereas 16.6 percent still had a poor level of QoL. A total of 86.7 percent of elderly lived in an NH due to compulsion, and more than half (53.6 percent) perceived inadequacy of care. The QoL was significantly low amongst those who live in NHs due to compulsion, no social support resources, not receiving any kind of support, having three chronic diseases and perceived inadequacy of care (p<0.05). Multivariate analysis revealed that perceived adequacy of care reasons for living in NH was associated with QoL (p<0.001). Originality/value Perceived adequacy of care and reason for living in an NH were highlighted as predictors of QoL amongst elderly NH residents. Improving adequate healthcare services and developing treatment strategies to enforce the adaptation process is required in order to maintain the QoL in elderly NH residents.

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Mental Health and Quality of Life in Native American Adults

PsycEXTRA Dataset ◽

10.1037/e581052006-001 ◽

2006 ◽

Author(s):

Bethanee Lemesurier ◽

Jordan Tabb ◽

Mary Pritchard ◽

Theodore McDonald

Keyword(s):

Quality Of Life ◽

Mental Health ◽

Native American

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Sobriety-focused self-help groups in Alaska's villages can improve quality of life in the Alaska Native population

PsycEXTRA Dataset ◽

10.1037/e603742007-004 ◽

2007 ◽

Author(s):

Julie A. Niven

Keyword(s):

Quality Of Life ◽

Alaska Native ◽

Improve Quality ◽

Native Population ◽

Self Help ◽

Self Help Groups

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Particularities of tinnitus in children and adolescents

ORL ro ◽

10.26416/orl.33.4.2016.165 ◽

2016 ◽

Vol 4 (1) ◽

pp. 40-42

Author(s):

Alexandra Boloș ◽

Sebastian Cozma ◽

Andreea Silvana Szalontay

Keyword(s):

Quality Of Life ◽

Young Adults ◽

Children And Adolescents ◽

Psychological Factors ◽

Ambient Noise ◽

Psychological Consequences ◽

Therapeutic Approaches

Tinnitus is a common otologic symptom and probably the most troublesome. Tinnitus causes a number of physical and psychological consequences, that interfere with the quality of life of the patient. Many authors believe that the presence of tinnitus in children is a matter of lesser importance than in adults because it is met less frequently and would be a fleeting symptom, inoffensive for them (Graham, 1981). In addition, the prevalence of tinnitus during adolescence and even in young adults is increasing, possibly as a consequence of the increased ambient noise (Bulbul SF, Shargorodsky J). Various therapeutic approaches have generated different results, which led us to consider the role of psychological factors, hence the need to underline the particularities of this symptom in childhood.

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Determinants of participation and quality of life of young adults with cerebral palsy: longitudinal approach and comparison with the general population – SPARCLE 3 study protocol

BMC Neurology ◽

10.1186/s12883-021-02263-z ◽

2021 ◽

Vol 21 (1) ◽

Author(s):

Catherine Arnaud ◽

Carine Duffaut ◽

Jérôme Fauconnier ◽

Silke Schmidt ◽

Kate Himmelmann ◽

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Keyword(s):

Quality Of Life ◽

Young Adults ◽

Cerebral Palsy ◽

Young People ◽

General Population ◽

Transition Period ◽

Well Being ◽

Personal Factors ◽

The Impact

Abstract Background Effective inclusion in society for young people with disabilities is increasingly seen as generating opportunities for self-development, and improving well-being. However, significant barriers remain in the vast majority of activities meaningful for young adults. Research argues that various personal (disabilities, health) and environmental (access to the resources needed, accessible environment, discrimination, lack of personal economic independence) factors contribute to limited participation. However, previous studies conducted in young people with cerebral palsy (CP) mainly investigated the transition period to adulthood, and did not fully consider the whole range of impairment severity profiles or environmental barriers. In this study, we will use the follow-up of the SPARCLE cohort and a comparison group from the general population (1) to investigate the impact of the environment on participation and quality of life of young adults with CP, (2) to determine predictors of a successful young adulthood in educational, professional, health and social fields, (3) to compare quality of life and frequency of participation in social, work and recreational activities with the general population, (4) to document on participation and quality of life in those with severe disabilities. Methods The SPARCLE3 study has a combined longitudinal and cross-sectional design. Young adults with CP aged 22 to 27 years in 6 European regions previously enrolled in the SPARCLE cohort or newly recruited will be invited to self-complete a comprehensive set of questionnaires exploring participation (daily life and discretionary activities), health-related quality of life, body function, personal factors (health, personal resources), and contextual factors (availability of needed environmental items, family environment, services provision) during home visits supervised by trained researchers. Proxy-reports or adapted questionnaires will be used for those with the most severe impairments. The recruitment of a large group from the general population (online survey) will enable to identify life areas where the discrepancies between young people with CP and their able-bodied peers are the most significant. Discussion This study will help identify to what extent disabilities and barriers in environment negatively affect participation and quality of life, and how previous valued experiences during childhood or adolescence might modulate these effects.

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Longitudinal cohort study of the impact of specialist cancer services for teenagers and young adults on quality of life: outcomes from the BRIGHTLIGHT study

BMJ Open ◽

10.1136/bmjopen-2020-038471 ◽

2020 ◽

Vol 10 (11) ◽

pp. e038471

Author(s):

Rachel M Taylor ◽

Lorna A Fern ◽

Julie Barber ◽

Javier Alvarez-Galvez ◽

Richard Feltbower ◽

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Keyword(s):

Quality Of Life ◽

Young Adults ◽

Cohort Study ◽

Young People ◽

Longitudinal Cohort Study ◽

Longitudinal Cohort ◽

Cancer Services ◽

Teenagers And Young Adults ◽

Over Time

ObjectivesIn England, healthcare policy advocates specialised age-appropriate services for teenagers and young adults (TYA), those aged 13 to 24 years at diagnosis. Specialist Principal Treatment Centres (PTC) provide enhanced TYA age-specific care, although many still receive care in adult or children’s cancer services. We present the first prospective structured analysis of quality of life (QOL) associated with the amount of care received in a TYA-PTCDesignLongitudinal cohort study.SettingHospitals delivering inpatient cancer care in England.Participants1114 young people aged 13 to 24 years newly diagnosed with cancer.InterventionExposure to the TYA-PTC defined as patients receiving NO-TYA-PTC care with those receiving ALL-TYA-PTC and SOME-TYA-PTC care.Primary outcomeQuality of life measured at five time points: 6, 12, 18, 24 and 36 months after diagnosis.ResultsGroup mean total QOL improved over time for all patients, but for those receiving NO-TYA-PTC was an average of 5.63 points higher (95% CI 2.77 to 8.49) than in young people receiving SOME-TYA-PTC care, and 4·17 points higher (95% CI 1.07 to 7.28) compared with ALL-TYA-PTC care. Differences were greatest 6 months after diagnosis, reduced over time and did not meet the 8-point level that is proposed to be clinically significant. Young people receiving NO-TYA-PTC care were more likely to have been offered a choice of place of care, be older, from more deprived areas, in work and have less severe disease. However, analyses adjusting for confounding factors did not explain the differences between TYA groups.ConclusionsReceipt of some or all care in a TYA-PTC was associated with lower QOL shortly after cancer diagnosis. The NO-TYA-PTC group had higher QOL 3 years after diagnosis, however those receiving all or some care in a TYA-PTC experienced more rapid QOL improvements. Receipt of some care in a TYA-PTC requires further study.

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Therapeutic Affordances of Social Media and Associated Quality of Life Outcomes in Young Adults

Social Science Computer Review ◽

10.1177/08944393211032940 ◽

2021 ◽

pp. 089443932110329

Author(s):

Paul Dodemaide ◽

Mark Merolli ◽

Nicole Hill ◽

Lynette Joubert

Keyword(s):

Quality Of Life ◽

Social Media ◽

Young Adults ◽

Well Being ◽

Evidence Base ◽

Social And Emotional ◽

Perceived Quality Of Life ◽

Use Of Social Media ◽

The Relationship

There is a growing body of literature exploring the general population’s use of social media for assistance in dealing with stigmatized health issues. This study presents novel research examining the relationship between social media use and young adults. It utilizes a therapeutic affordance (TA) framework. Quantitative results from this study are complemented by qualitative data. The relationships between distinct social media and their TA (a–b) are presented to highlight their potential to impact positively on social and emotional well-being outcomes. Evidence includes broad support for “connection,” “narration,” and “collaboration” TAs in this context and the relationship between the use of distinct social media and perceived quality of life (QOL) outcomes (a–c). TA provides an appropriate and valuable theoretical framework which is useful for the development of an evidence-base from the analysis of young adult’s social media usage. An analysis of the association between social media and their QOL outcomes is presented according to the TA relationship pathway (a–c–b). The adoption of a TA framework enables a nuanced analysis of significant associations between specific social media, TA, and improved QOL outcomes. This study demonstrates the significant association between social media and perceived QOL outcomes in young adults.

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Assessment of Health-Related Quality of Life among People Living with HIV in Xinjiang, West China

Journal of the International Association of Providers of AIDS Care (JIAPAC) ◽

10.1177/2325957417729752 ◽

2017 ◽

Vol 16 (6) ◽

pp. 588-594 ◽

Cited By ~ 2

Author(s):

Rena Maimaiti ◽

Zhang Yuexin ◽

Pan Kejun ◽

Maimaitaili Wubili ◽

Christophe Lalanne ◽

...

Keyword(s):

Quality Of Life ◽

Southern China ◽

Health Concern ◽

Hiv Positive ◽

People Living With Hiv ◽

Health Related Quality ◽

Patient Reported ◽

Related Quality ◽

Health Related

In total, 679 HIV-positive patients from 4 clinics in Urumqi city were given structured questionnaires by the doctors or nurses treating them. Health-related quality of life (HRQL) was assessed using the Chinese Patient-Reported Outcome Quality of Life-HIV questionnaire versions in Mandarin and Uyghur. This tool has been used in other parts of China and several countries. Compared to France, Australia, United States, Brazil, Thailand, Cambodia, Senegal, and Central-Southern China (CS China), the HRQL was significantly lower among HIV-positive patients in Xinjiang, with regard to the dimension of treatment impact and general health score. The health concern was similar to Brazil and Cambodia but lower than other countries and CS China. Our findings showed high stigmatization: 86% of the patients were afraid to tell others they were HIV positive and 69% often felt or always felt depressed. Only 1% of the patients were on antidepressant treatment.

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