scholarly journals Social support as a predictor of perceived health status in patients with multiple sclerosis

2008 ◽  
Vol 73 (1) ◽  
pp. 159-165 ◽  
Author(s):  
Martina Krokavcova ◽  
Jitse P. van Dijk ◽  
Iveta Nagyova ◽  
Jaroslav Rosenberger ◽  
Miriam Gavelova ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Multiple Sclerosis ◽  
Social Support ◽  
Health Status ◽  
Perceived Health ◽  
Perceived Health Status

Perceived health status as measured by the SF-36 in patients with multiple sclerosis: a review

2009 ◽  
Vol 23 (3) ◽  
pp. 529-538 ◽  
Author(s):  
Martina Krokavcova ◽  
Jitse P. van Dijk ◽  
Iveta Nagyova ◽  
Jaroslav Rosenberger ◽  
Miriam Gavelova ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Multiple Sclerosis ◽  
Health Status ◽  
Perceived Health ◽  
Perceived Health Status ◽  
Sf 36

scholarly journals Progressive decline of decision-making performances during multiple sclerosis

2009 ◽  
Vol 15 (2) ◽  
pp. 291-295 ◽  
Author(s):  
SAMANTA SIMIONI ◽  
CHRISTIANE RUFFIEUX ◽  
JOERG KLEEBERG ◽  
LAURE BRUGGIMANN ◽  
RENAUD A. DU PASQUIER ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Multiple Sclerosis ◽  
Decision Making ◽  
Health Status ◽  
Iowa Gambling Task ◽  
Perceived Health ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Perceived Health Status ◽  
Progressive Decline ◽  
Decision Making Capacity ◽  
Disability Status

AbstractThe purpose of this study was to evaluate longitudinally, using the Iowa Gambling Task (IGT), the dynamics of decision-making capacity at a two-year interval (median: 2.1 years) in a group of patients with multiple sclerosis (MS) (n = 70) and minor neurological disability [Expanded Disability Status Scale (EDSS) ≤ 2.5 at baseline]. Cognition (memory, executive functions, attention), behavior, handicap, and perceived health status were also investigated. Standardized change scores [(score at retest-score at baseline)/standard deviation of baseline score] were computed. Results showed that IGT performances decreased from baseline to retest (from 0.3, SD = 0.4 to 0.1, SD = 0.3, p = .005). MS patients who worsened in the IGT were more likely to show a decreased perceived health status and emotional well-being (SEP-59; p = .05 for both). Relapsing rate, disability progression, cognitive, and behavioral changes were not associated with decreased IGT performances. In conclusion, decline in decision making can appear as an isolated deficit in MS. (JINS, 2009, 15, 291–295.)

scholarly journals Employment status and perceived health status in younger and older people with multiple sclerosis

2012 ◽  
Vol 35 (1) ◽  
pp. 40-47 ◽  
Author(s):  
Martina Krokavcova ◽  
Iveta Nagyova ◽  
Jaroslav Rosenberger ◽  
Miriam Gavelova ◽  
Berrie Middel ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Multiple Sclerosis ◽  
Health Status ◽  
Older People ◽  
Employment Status ◽  
Perceived Health ◽  
Perceived Health Status

scholarly journals CASP-19 AND THE HEALTH AND SOCIODEMOGRAPHIC VARIABLES OF OLDER ADULTS PARTICIPATING IN FIBRA 80+

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Elaine Valias Sodré Pereira ◽  
Carolina Pessoni Garcia ◽  
Maria José D’Elboux
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Social Support ◽  
Older Adults ◽  
Depressive Symptoms ◽  
Health Status ◽  
Perceived Health ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Perceived Health Status ◽  
Sociodemographic Variables

INTRODUCTION: Assessing quality of life in older adults is relevant due to the significant increase in this population. Based on Maslow’s need hierarchy model, CASP-19 is a broad measure of quality of life that focuses on positive aspects of older adults’ lives, regardless of health conditions or other factors. OBJECTIVE: To compare sociodemographic and health variables with quality of life according to CASP-19 scores. METHODOLOGY: Using data from the Frailty in Brazilian Older People (FIBRA 80+) follow-up study, this study included 233 adults aged ≥ 80 years who resided near the University of Campinas (Campinas, SP, Brazil). Sociodemographic variables (gender, age, and perceived social support), health variables (perceived health status and depressive symptoms) and quality of life were evaluated. RESULTS: The participants were predominantly women (69.09%) with a mean age of 83.46 ± 3.7 years. A total of 77.25% rated their health as fair or good, and 79% showed no signs of depression. The mean CASP-19 score was 41.8 ± 2.62 points, which corresponds to better well-being (total scores range from 0 to 57). Among the instrument’s domains, autonomy and pleasure obtained the highest mean scores (11.15 and 11.64 respectively). When comparing these variables with quality of life, social support (p = 0.001), depressive symptoms (p <0.001), and perceived health status (p <0.001) were statistically significant. CONCLUSIONS: Older adults who were satisfied with their social support, presented no depressive symptoms, and who rated their health as good or very good had higher overall quality of life scores.

scholarly journals Factors associated with health-related quality of life in kidney transplant recipients in Korea

PLoS ONE ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 16 (3) ◽  
pp. e0247934
Author(s):  
Younghui Hwang ◽  
Misook Kim ◽  
Kyoungok Min
Keyword(s):  
Social Support ◽  
Health Status ◽  
Kidney Transplant ◽  
Perceived Health ◽  
Self Determination ◽  
Transplant Recipients ◽  
Kidney Transplant Recipients ◽  
Perceived Health Status ◽  
Post Traumatic Growth ◽  
Post Traumatic

Health-related quality of life (HRQOL) of kidney transplant recipients is an outcome evaluation after kidney transplants. Therefore, we investigated the associations among perceived health status, social support, self-determination, post-traumatic growth, and kidney transplant recipients’ HRQOL. This study involved a descriptive, self-report survey of 163 kidney transplant recipients visiting an outpatient solid organ transplant center in South Korea. Participants’ general and transplant characteristics, perceived health status, post-traumatic growth, social support, self-determination, and HRQOL were collected. Data were statistically analyzed using the software SPSS version 25.0. HRQOL showed statistically significant positive correlation with perceived health status (r = .56, p < .001), post-traumatic growth (r = .18, p = .022), social support (r = .25, p = .002), and self-determination (r = .36, p < .001). The factors affecting HRQOL were perceived health status (β = 0.47, p < 0.001), post-transplant occupation (β = 0.17, p = 0.009), and income source (β = -0.13, p = 0.046). The explanatory power of these variables was 34.8% (F = 28.81, p < 0.001). In the subdomains of HRQOL, the factors influencing HRQOL of mental component summary were perceived health status (β = 0.45, p < 0.001), self-determination (β = 0.27, p < 0.001), and education level (β = 0.18, p = 0.006). The explanatory power of these variables was 34.8% (F = 28.81, p < 0.001). To promote the HRQOL of kidney transplant recipients, an institutional system to assist kidney transplant recipients in returning to work needs to be developed. Additionally, creating an environment that allows kidney transplant recipients to act with self-determination, and developing intervention programs that can enhance self-determination will contribute to enhancing the HRQOL of kidney transplant recipients.

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