Impact of an educative program on dialysis patients’ knowledge and mental health: controlled before and after program

2018 ◽  
Vol 10 (2) ◽  
pp. 20204
Author(s):  
Laetitia Idier ◽  
Aurélie Untas ◽  
Nicole Rascle ◽  
Michèle Koleck ◽  
Maider Aguirrezabal ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Depressive Symptoms ◽  
Vascular Access ◽  
Educational Program ◽  
Psychological State ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Dialysis Patients ◽  
Emotional Change ◽  
The Impact ◽  
Experimental Group

Introduction:Psychological impact of Therapeutic Patient Education (TPE) for dialysis patients is rarely evaluated since the focus of many studies is on medical variables (i.e., adherence).Objectives:The aims of this study were: 1) to estimate the impact of a TPE program on knowledge, depression and anxiety, 2) to examine change in knowledge as a mediator of the effects of a TPE program on mental health.Method:This study was conducted in three hemodialysis units and comprised two groups: an experimental group with education and a control group with routine care. The program was based of 5 educative sessions. Knowledge, depressive and anxious symptoms were assessed with self-reported outcomes measured before and 3 months after the program.Results:The sample comprised 125 patients. Knowledge about vascular access and nutrition (p < 0.01) and depressive symptoms increased in the experimental group (p < 0.01). Analysis of mediation showed that changes in knowledge about vascular access were a significant mediator of the effects of the program on depressive symptoms (F = 4.90;p = 0.01).Discussion:Knowledge acquired during an educational program could lead to an emotional change. Improving knowledge often leads to an awareness of the risks that can modify the psychological state of patients by reminding them of their vulnerability. This study shows that it is required to be attentive to the way of transmitting knowledge. It’s necessary adapting this transmission to the needs of patients and promoting the acquisition of psychosocial competence too.Conclusion:This study shows that knowledge acquired during an educational program can lead to an emotional change in the short term. A long-term follow-up of the population should be interesting to observe these emotional effects.

scholarly journals The Effectiveness of Computer-Based Learning in Developing Academic Skills for Children with Intellectual Disabilities

2020 ◽  
Vol 1 (1) ◽  
pp. 79-99
Author(s):  
Faris Algahtani
Keyword(s):  
Intellectual Disabilities ◽  
Educational Program ◽  
Positive Impact ◽  
Development Program ◽  
Academic Skills ◽  
Skills Development ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Computer Based ◽  
The Impact ◽  
Experimental Group

Aim: The study aimed to investigate the effect of using a computer-based program in developing academic skills (reading, writing and arithmetic) for children with mild intellectual disabilities as compared to the conventional teaching instructions. Methods: The study was conducted in intellectual institutions in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. A randomized controlled trial design was adopted in the study to determine the impact of the intervention. The study sample was composed of boys (n = 19) and girls (n = 21) aged 6 – 10 years who were selected purposively, and randomly assigned to the experimental group and control group. The two-division experimental group one for boys (n = 8) and the other for girls (n = 12) in the experimental group was studied by using an academic skills development program or a computer-based program. Results: The results indicated that there is a positive impact of the academic skills development program, which was applied to the experimental group to improve academic skills. The reason for the absence of gender differences in academic skills for the educational program is the similarity of the educational environment and the activities used in the educational program in terms of skills, activities, training methods, similar abilities and intellectual preparations for the genders, and for their interaction with the program itself. In addition, the program corresponds to the developmental characteristics of both genders, and there are no impediments to the application of the program in both genders.

scholarly journals THE IMPACT OF AN EDUCATIONAL PROGRAM THAT USES SMARTPHONE APPS TO ENHANCE THE SKILL OF MEMORIZING THE HOLY QURAN BY FEMALE STUDENTS (ADULTS) IN THE HOLY QURAN SCHOOL IN THE EAST OF RIYADH: أثر برنامج تعليمي يوظّف الأجهزة الذكية في تعزيز مهارة حفظ المتعلمات الكبيرات بدار القرآن الكريم شرق مدينة الرياض

2019 ◽  
Vol 3 (30) ◽  
Author(s):  
Daniah Abdulaziz Al-abbasi, Mshael Abdulrahman Al-lefan
Keyword(s):  
Educational Program ◽  
Female Students ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Smartphone Apps ◽  
Holy Quran ◽  
Quasi Experimental ◽  
The Holy Quran ◽  
The Difference ◽  
The Impact ◽  
Experimental Group

  This study is designed to identify the impact of an educational program that uses smartphone apps for learning the Holy Quran by female students (adults) and measure their satisfaction compared to the conventional method of learning. The Quasi-experimental approach was used. The sample of the study consisted of 31 female students (adults,18-50 years old) in the Holy Quran School in the east of Riyadh for the first semester of the scholar year 1439/1440 AH. The participants were selected deliberately. The first group (the control group) consisted of (14) female students and the second group (the experimental group) consisted of (17) female students according to the method of the designed program. Oral testing was used as a key tool for data collection, while the questionnaire was used as a further tool of the study to identify the satisfaction of students. The results of the study showed that the experimental group scored (32.73), while the control group scored (26.53). The difference was statistically significant at 0.05 and less in the oral testing in favor of the experimental group. The educational program met a high percentage of students' satisfaction, where the average of questionnaire tool reached 4.41 out of 5. At the level of the topics, the "performance level" reached the highest average (4.48), followed by "the level of meeting user's expectations" with an average of 4.47, and finally the "Students' attitudes towards the use of smartphone apps in the learning the Holy Quran" with an average of 4.26. In the light of the results, a set of recommendations and proposals were suggested to promote smartphone apps in the memorization of the Holy Quran.    

scholarly journals The Effect of the Flexibility and Clarification Strategies On Achievement and Improvement of Linguistic Intelligence Skills and Attitudes Towards Arabic Language Subject for Vocational Education Students in Iraq

2021 ◽  
Vol 32 (4) ◽  
pp. 163-199
Author(s):  
Rasha Aeada Khalaf
Keyword(s):  
Vocational Education ◽  
Educational Program ◽  
Statistical Treatment ◽  
Arabic Language ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Education Students ◽  
Reading And Writing ◽  
And Control ◽  
The Impact ◽  
Experimental Group

The study aimed to identify the impact of the flexibility and clarification strategies on achievement and improvement of linguistic intelligence skills and attitudes towards the Arabic language subject among vocational education students in Iraq. The study adopted the semi-experimental approach, through application on two experimental and control groups of vocational education students in Iraq. The researcher selected two divisions of vocational education students in Iraq: (30) students in the experimental group and (30) students in the control group, so that the educational program was applied to the experimental group, and the control group was taught in the usual way. The educational program, the linguistic intelligence test, and the achievement test were used, and after performing the statistical treatment, the study reached the following results: There are no statistically significant differences at the level of (0.05) in the degree of achievement attributable to the student's gender, where the value of (P) is (1.43), which is not significant. Statistically, there are no statistically significant differences at the level of (0.05) in the degree of achievement due to the interaction between the group and the sex of the student, as the value of (P) reached (2.98) and it is not statistically significant, there are no statistically significant differences at the level of (0.05) In the degree of total linguistic intelligence attributable to the sex of the student, where the value of (P) was (7.09), which is not statistically significant, and there are no statistically significant differences at the level of (0.05) in the degree of total linguistic intelligence due to the interaction between the group and the student’s sex, where the value reached (P) (2.93) which is not statistically significant. The study recommended the importance of focusing in the classroom on basic skills in reading and writing, given that these skills have a great role in providing them with the necessary skills that will help them in the future in mastering the skills of reading and writing, and the focus of Arabic language curricula - specifically the lower basic stage - on investigation and storming skills. The teacher’s guide included some examples of study plans implemented through investigation and others through brainstorming.

Effectiveness of Psychoeducational Family Intervention on Coping Strategies of Relatives of Patients with Bipolar I Disorder

2017 ◽  
Vol 41 (S1) ◽  
pp. S78-S78
Author(s):  
M. Savorani ◽  
G. Borriello ◽  
V. Del Vecchio ◽  
G. Sampogna ◽  
C. De Rosa ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Coping Strategies ◽  
Family Intervention ◽  
Health Centers ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Long Term Outcome ◽  
Bipolar I Disorder ◽  
Mental Health Centers ◽  
The Impact ◽  
Experimental Group

BackgroundRelatives’ coping strategies – an essential element for the recovery of patients with severe mental disorders – are grouped in problem-oriented and emotion-focused. The former include practical strategies to deal with the stressful situation and are associated with a better long-term outcome of patients and relatives; the latter are psychologically driven and are associated with a worse outcome. It has been reported that psychoeducational family intervention (PFI) can improve problem-oriented coping strategies, while few data are available on relatives of patients with bipolar disorder.ObjectivesTo assess the impact of the PFI on promotion of problem-oriented coping strategies adopted by relatives of patients with bipolar I disorder.MethodsThis study was conducted in 11 Italian mental health centers. Patients and their relatives were allocated to the experimental group receiving PFI or to the control group (waiting list). Before starting the intervention and at the end of the PFI, coping strategies were assessed using the family coping questionnaire.ResultsOf the 139 recruited families, 72 families were allocated to the experimental group and 67 to the control group. Relatives from the experimental group reported a significant improvement in problem-oriented coping strategies, such as positive communication (P < .01) and searching for information (P < .05). On the other hand, a reduction in collusion (P < .0001), avoidance (P < .01) and resignation (P < .001) were found at the end of the intervention.ConclusionsPFI is effective in promoting the coping strategies in relatives of patients with bipolar I disorder and it should be given routinely in mental health centers.Disclosure of interestThe authors have not supplied their declaration of competing interest.

scholarly journals Psikoedukasi “IKESMEN” Untuk Meningkatkan Literasi Kesehatan Mental Siswa pada Guru

2016 ◽  
Vol 2 (1) ◽  
pp. 47
Author(s):  
Runi Rulanggi ◽  
Thomas Dicky Hastjarjo
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Health Literacy ◽  
Secondary School ◽  
Mental Health Literacy ◽  
Health Knowledge ◽  
Mental Health Stigma ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Control Group Design ◽  
The Impact ◽  
Experimental Group

This study was to determine the effects of “Ikesmen” (e-mental health)Psychoeducation program in improving mental health literacy in secondary school teachersin Yogyakarta. Thirty secondary school teachers in Yogyakarta participated in the study.Fifteen teachers in the experimental group received “Ikesmen” program and fifteen teachers inthe control group did not receive treatment. The untreated control group design with pretestand posttest samples were used. The validity of “Ikesmen” program was tested in accordanceto Rusell module development principles (V coefficient is 0.775-0.8461). LiteracyQuestionnaires, Mental Health Stigma Questionnaires, and Mental health Knowledge Testwere used to collect data. Mixed analysis of variance was conducted to analyse the data. Theresults showed that there were no differences in the scores of mental health literacy betweenthe experimental group and control group (F=0.188, p =0.01< 0.668). There was no significantimprovement in the experimental group treated with Ikesmen Psychoeducation in comparisonwith the control group (F=0.640, p= 0.01<0.431). Further research is required to obtaindescription on the impact of technology usage in improving mental health literacy.

Influence of DAFS-25+polizon composition on blood and functional state of liver of steers at fattening

2020 ◽  
pp. 15-18
Author(s):  
Inna R. Kilmetova ◽  
◽  
Igor A. Rodin ◽  
Nazira I. Khayrullina ◽  
Nikolay G. Fenchenko ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Functional State ◽  
White Blood Cells ◽  
Live Weight ◽  
The Body ◽  
Farm Animals ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Standard Diet ◽  
The Impact ◽  
Experimental Group ◽  
Stimulation Of

Summary. The disbalanced feeding and the uneven distribution of micro- and macroelements in the environment leads to a trace element, in particular hypomelanosis. To accelerate the growth and preservation of young farm animals include in the diet of various biological additives and drugs, which include selenium. For stimulation of weight gain in the livestock industry, as well as for the prevention and treatment of pathological processes in addition to micro - and macrouse amino acids, primarily methionine. The aim of this work was to study the influence of composition of DAFS-25+Polizon on morpho-biochemical parameters of blood and functional state of the liver in fattening bulls of black-motley breed in the conditions of the Republic of Bashkortostan. Experiments using were conducted on bull-calves of black-motley breed of the properties in the properties age from 6 to 15 months. The first experimental group during the experiment was additionally given the composition of DAFS-25+Polizon at a dose of 2 mg/kg, the animals of the control group received a standard diet. To assess the impact of the composition DAFS-25+Polizon on metabolism cattle studied morphological and biochemical indicators of blood and conducted histological examination of the liver. It is established that the use of the composition of DAFS-25+Polizon at a dose of 2 mg/kg increases the number of erythrocytes and hemoglobin in the experimental group and reduces the amount of white blood cells. The serum content of total protein, phosphorus and calcium increases in the group of experimental animals. Microscopic examination of the liver revealed no changes in the structure of the organ and hepatocytes in the experimental group, whereas in the control group hemodynamic disorders and dystrophic changes in liver cells were observed. Thus, the use of the composition DAFS-25+Polizon at a dose of 2 mg/kg of live weight in fattening bulls black-and-white breed contributes to the increase of redox processes in the body, stimulation of metabolism, prevent the development of liver disorders of cellular mechanisms of metabolism, optimizes the structure of the liver, which generally provides higher productivity.

scholarly journals The Impact of Game-Based, Modeling, and Collaborative Learning Methods on the Achievements, Motivations, and Visual Mathematical Literacy Perceptions

SAGE Open ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 11 (1) ◽  
pp. 215824402110035
Author(s):  
Aziz İlhan
Keyword(s):  
Collaborative Learning ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Conventional Instruction ◽  
Game Based Learning ◽  
Mathematical Literacy ◽  
Learning Methods ◽  
Learning Groups ◽  
The Mean ◽  
The Impact ◽  
Experimental Group

The present study aimed to investigate the effects of geometry instruction activities conducted in nature based on modeling, game-based, and cooperative learning methods on achievement, mathematical motivation, and visual mathematical literacy perceptions of third-grade elementary school students. The present study is a quantitative study conducted with a pre-test/post-test experimental design with a control group. The study was conducted with 61 students (35 students in the experimental group and 26 students in the control group). Modeling-, game-, and collaborative learning-based activities were conducted with the students in the experimental group. It was determined that the achievements of students who were instructed with modeling-based activities in geometry were high when compared to that of the students instructed with collaborative learning- and game-based methods, and those in the control group where no intervention was applied. This group was followed by the game-based and collaborative learning groups. Based on the variable of motivation, the mean motivation of the students in the modeling group was higher when compared to that of the students in the collaborative learning, game-based, and conventional instruction groups. This group was followed by the collaborative and game-based learning groups. Also, based on the visual mathematical literacy perception variable, the mean visual mathematics literacy perception of the students in the collaborative learning group was higher when compared to that of the students in the groups where the modeling, game-based, and conventional instruction methods were used. This group was followed by the modeling and game-based learning groups.

scholarly journals Evaluation of the online-based self-help programme “Selfapy” in patients with unipolar depression: study protocol for a randomized, blinded parallel group dismantling study

Trials ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 22 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Rico Krämer ◽  
Stephan Köhler
Keyword(s):  
Depressive Symptoms ◽  
Depression Scale ◽  
Drop Out ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Hamilton Depression Scale ◽  
Online Interventions ◽  
Phone Calls ◽  
Self Help ◽  
Low Threshold ◽  
The Impact

Abstract Background Patients with mild to moderate depressive symptoms can have limited access to regular treatment; to ensure appropriate care, low-threshold treatment is needed. Effective online interventions could increase the supply of low-threshold treatment. Further research is needed to evaluate the effectiveness of online interventions. This study aims to evaluate the online-based self-help programme “Selfapy” on a sample of depressive subjects and compares the impact of the programme’s unaccompanied version with its therapeutic accompanied version. Methods A sample of 400 subjects that have a mild to severe depressive episode (Becks Depression Inventory - II and Hamilton Depression Scale) will be used. Subjects are randomly assigned to immediate access to an unaccompanied course (no support from psychologist via weekly phone calls), immediate access to an accompanied course (support from a psychologist via weekly phone calls) or a waiting list control group (access to the intervention after 24 weeks). The intervention will last for a period of 12 weeks. Depressive symptoms as a primary parameter, as well as various secondary parameters, such as life satisfaction, therapeutic relationships, social activation, self-esteem, attitudes towards Internet interventions and drop-out rates, are recorded at four different points in time: at baseline (T1), 6 weeks after the start of the intervention (T2), 12 weeks after the start of the intervention (T3) and 3 months after completion of the treatment follow-up (T4). Conclusion This randomized and controlled, blinded study will make use of a “dismantled” approach to adequately compare the accompanied and unaccompanied versions of the intervention. Positive and meaningful results are expected that could influence the acceptance and implementation of online interventions. Trial registration German Clinical Trials Register DRKS00017191. Registered on 14 June 2019

scholarly journals Assessing the impact of the European resilience curriculum in preschool, early and late primary school children

2021 ◽  
pp. 014303432110250
Author(s):  
Celeste Simões ◽  
Anabela C. Santos ◽  
Paula Lebre ◽  
João R. Daniel ◽  
Cátia Branquinho ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Intervention Group ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Primary School Children ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Physical And Mental Health ◽  
Quasi Experimental ◽  
Mental Health Difficulties ◽  
Prosocial Behaviours ◽  
The Impact

Resilience is an individual’s ability to adapt successfully to and persevere during and after significant challenges. Resilience programmes based on a socioemotional learning approach have been associated with an increase in protextive factors (e.g., prosocial competencies), improvements in physical and mental health, and a decrease in internalised and externalised symptoms. The present study aimed to evaluate the impact of the RESCUR curriculum implemented in Portuguese schools on students’ academic, behavioural, and socioemotional outcomes, based on child and teacher reports. Participants included 1,084 children (53.2% male) aged 3-15 ( M = 7.24, SD = 2.31). A quasi-experimental study compared outcomes for an experimental intervention group (AIG) with a waiting list control group (WG). The results showed the RESCUR programme decreased mental health difficulties while increasing both prosocial behaviours and well-being. In addition, academic performance increased for those in preschool after implementation. Both teachers and children consistently reported positive behavioural changes in resilience-related competencies after implementing RESCUR. Our findings contribute to the recent research on the potential of RESCUR to address key socioemotional competencies and improve relevant protextive factors. Study limitations and future recommendations are addressed.

scholarly journals Assessment of Psychopathology in Adolescents with Insulin-Dependent Diabetes (IDD) and the Impact on Treatment Management

Children ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 8 (5) ◽  
pp. 414
Author(s):  
Maria Melania Lica ◽  
Annamaria Papai ◽  
Andreea Salcudean ◽  
Maria Crainic ◽  
Cristina Georgeta Covaciu ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Treatment Adherence ◽  
Diabetes Management ◽  
Short Form ◽  
Insulin Dependent Diabetes ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Treatment Management ◽  
Insulin Dependent ◽  
Impact On Treatment ◽  
The Impact

Assessing mental health in children and adolescents with insulin-dependent diabetes (IDD) is an issue that is underperformed in clinical practice and outpatient clinics. The evaluation of their thoughts, emotions and behaviors has an important role in understanding the interaction between the individual and the disease, the factors that can influence this interaction, as well as the effective methods of intervention. The aim of this study is to identify psychopathology in adolescents with diabetes and the impact on treatment management. A total of 54 adolescents with IDD and 52 adolescents without diabetes, aged 12–18 years, completed APS–SF (Adolescent Psychopathology Scale–Short Form) for the evaluation of psychopathology and adjustment problems. There were no significant differences between adolescents with diabetes and control group regarding psychopathology. Between adolescents with good treatment adherence (HbA1c < 7.6) and those with low treatment adherence (HbA1c > 7.6), significant differences were found. In addition, results showed higher scores in girls compared with boys with IDD with regard to anxiety (GAD), Major Depression (DEP), Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Eating Disturbance (EAT), Suicide (SUI) and Interpersonal Problems (IPP). No significant differences were found regarding the duration of the disease. Strategies such as maladaptive coping, passivity, distorted conception of the self and the surrounding world and using the negative problem-solving strategies of non-involvement and abandonment had positive correlation with poor glycemic control (bad management of the disease). The study highlighted the importance of promoting mental health in insulin-dependent diabetes management.

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