scholarly journals Knowledge mobilisation in bridging community-practice–academia-policy through meaningful engagement: systematic integrative review protocol focusing on studies conducted on health and wellness among immigrant communities

BMJ Open ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 10 (4) ◽  
pp. e036081 ◽  
Author(s):  
Tanvir C Turin ◽  
Nashit Chowdhury ◽  
Marcus Vaska ◽  
Nahid Rumana ◽  
Mohammad Ali Ashraf Lasker ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Grey Literature ◽  
Relevant Literature ◽  
Integrative Review ◽  
Community Practice ◽  
Health And Wellness ◽  
Immigrant Communities ◽  
Knowledge Mobilisation ◽  
Hand Search ◽  
Review Protocol ◽  
Government Websites

IntroductionThough the importance of knowledge mobilisation has been established globally in health and wellness research, a certain degree of ambiguity remains regarding the meaning and extent of knowledge mobilisation activities and how they have been implemented. In this study, we aim to explore the different descriptions of knowledge mobilisation and the diverse ways mobilisation activities have been realised by different researchers working for the betterment of health and wellness of immigrant communities in their host countries.Methods and analysisWe aimed to conduct an integrative review to organise the available literature describing knowledge mobilisation pertaining to health and wellness in immigrant communities. We will employ a comprehensive search, using appropriate search-terms, to identify relevant literature and will qualitatively synthesise the information toward fulfilling our objectives. Specific methodological and analytical frameworks related to the integrative review process will guide each step of the process. A librarian designed the systematic search of the academic and grey literature from database inception to December 2019. The databases include MEDLINE (Ovid), Embase, PsycINFO, PubMed, CINAHL and SocINDEX. For grey literature, we will conduct searches in AHS Insite, Google, Google Scholar, OAISter and government websites. A two-stage (title–abstract and full-text) screening will be conducted, including single-citation tracking and hand search of reference lists.Ethics and disseminationEthical approval is not required for this review. We first plan to disseminate the results of our systematic review protocol through meetings with key stakeholders, followed by appropriate publications and presentations at applicable platforms. We also have opted for an integrated knowledge translation or community-engaged knowledge mobilisation approach where we have engaged with community-based citizen researchers from the inception of our research.

scholarly journals Rethinking Mental Health Wellness Among Adolescents: An Integrative Review Protocol of Mental Health Components

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Zaida Orth ◽  
Brian van Wyk
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Grey Literature ◽  
Relevant Literature ◽  
Adolescent Mental Health ◽  
Integrative Review ◽  
Theoretical Research ◽  
Global Public Health ◽  
General Mental Health ◽  
Working Definition ◽  
Definition Of

Abstract Background: Adolescence have been overlooked in global public health initiatives as this period is generally considered to be the healthiest in an individual’s life course. However, the growth of the global adolescent population along and their changing health profiles have called attention to the diverse health needs of adolescents. However, the increased attention toward adolescent health has accentuated existing gaps as global health reports have emphasised that there is a continued need for valid and reliable health data. In this context, evidence has shown that mental health issues constitute one of the greatest burdens of disease for adolescents. The paucity of research on adolescent mental health and wellbeing may be related to the lack of validated instruments. This integrative review aims to unpack the meaning of mental health wellness among adolescents and its associated constructs by analysing and synthesising peer-reviewed empirical and theoretical research on adolescent mental health. In doing this, we will develop a working definition of adolescent mental health wellness that can be used to develop an instrument aimed at measuring adolescent mental health wellness.Methods: The integrative review is guided by the five steps described by Whittemore and Knafl. A comprehensive search strategy which will include carefully selected terms that correspond to the domains of interest (mental health wellness) will be used to search for relevant literature on electronic databases, grey literature and government or non-governmental organisations (NGO) websites. Studies will be included if they describe and/or define general mental health wellbeing in adolescent populations aged 10-19. The screening and reporting of the review will be conducted following the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses (PRISMA) guidelines. Data from the integrative review will be analysed using narrative framework synthesis for qualitative and quantitative studies Conclusion: This integrative review aims to search for and synthesise current research regarding adolescent mental health wellbeing to identify how wellbeing is being described and conceptualised. We aim to identify gaps and to contribute to a more comprehensive definition of mental health wellness which can aid in the development of an age- and culturally appropriate measure of adolescent mental health wellness

scholarly journals Exploring the factors that affect new graduates’ transition from students to health professionals: a systematic integrative review protocol

BMJ Open ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 10 (8) ◽  
pp. e033734
Author(s):  
Eric Nkansah Opoku ◽  
Lana Van Niekerk ◽  
Lee-Ann Jacobs-Nzuzi Khuabi
Keyword(s):  
Health Professionals ◽  
Relevant Literature ◽  
Health Science ◽  
Integrative Review ◽  
Reference List ◽  
New Graduates ◽  
New Graduate ◽  
Ethical Approval ◽  
Boolean Search ◽  
Review Protocol

IntroductionTo become a competent health professional, the nature of new graduates’ transition plays a fundamental role. The systematic integrative review will aim to identify the existing literature pertaining to the barriers during transition, the facilitators and the evidence-based coping strategies that assist new graduate health professionals to successfully transition from students to health professionals.Methods and analysisThe integrative review will be conducted using Whittemore and Knafl’s integrative review methodology. Boolean search terms have been developed in consultation with an experienced librarian, using Medical Subject Heading terms on Medline. The following electronic databases have been chosen to ensure that all relevant literature are captured for this review: PubMed, EBSCOhost (including Cumulative Index of Nursing and Allied Health Literature (CINAHL), Medline, Academic Search Premier, Health Science: Nursing and Academic Edition), Scopus and Web of Science. A follow-up on the reference list of selected articles will be done to ensure that all relevant literature is included. The Covidence platform will be used to facilitate the process.Ethics and disseminationEthical approval is not required for this integrative review since the existing literature will be synthesised. The integrative review will be published in a peer-reviewed journal once all the steps have been completed. The findings will also be presented at international and national conferences to ensure maximum dissemination.

scholarly journals Effect of diet, exercise and sleep on tic severity: a scoping review protocol

BMJ Open ◽  
2019 ◽  
Vol 9 (7) ◽  
pp. e024653 ◽  
Author(s):  
Elaheh Nosratmirshekarlou ◽  
Samreen Shafiq ◽  
Zahra S Goodarzi ◽  
Davide Martino ◽  
Tamara Pringsheim
Keyword(s):  
Physical Exercise ◽  
Scoping Review ◽  
Reference Lists ◽  
Grey Literature ◽  
Relevant Literature ◽  
Secondary Analysis ◽  
Dietary Factors ◽  
Childhood Onset ◽  
Tic Severity ◽  
Review Protocol

IntroductionTourette syndrome is a common childhood-onset neuropsychiatric disorder, with tics that wax and wane in frequency and severity over time. The purpose of the proposed scoping review is to map the types of evidence available pertaining to the effect of diet, sleep and exercise on tic severity and identify key concepts and gaps in research.MethodsOur scoping review will use the six-step framework recommended by Arksey and O’Malley, with enhancements from Levacet aland Joanna Briggs Institute. We will attempt to identify all the relevant literature regardless of study design. We will search six electronic databases, the reference lists of all selected studies and the grey literature for studies examining an association between dietary factors, sleep or physical exercise and tics, or studies of interventions targeting diet, sleep or exercise to reduce tics. Our analysis plan includes description of the reported associations among dietary factors, sleep and physical exercise and tics, the effects of interventions, the research methodologies and how outcomes are measured.Ethics and disseminationAn approval from a recognised committee is not required to conduct the proposed review, as the study entails secondary analysis of the literature available publicly. For dissemination of the study, the results will be submitted for publication to peer-reviewed scientific journals and presented at relevant public forums and conferences.

scholarly journals Knowledge, Attitude, Perception and Preventive Practice Towards Novel Coronavirus 2019 in Sub-Saharan Africa: A Scoping Review Protocol

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ugochinyere Ijeoma Nwagbara ◽  
Emmanuella Chinonso Osuala ◽  
Rumbidzai Chireshe ◽  
Obasanjo Afolabi Bolarinwa
Keyword(s):  
Scoping Review ◽  
Keyword Search ◽  
Grey Literature ◽  
Relevant Literature ◽  
Sub Saharan Africa ◽  
World Health ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Review Protocol ◽  
Sub Saharan ◽  
Novel Coronavirus

Abstract Background: Recent statistics and studies have shown the adverse effects of the novel coronavirus 2019 (COVID-19) on population health and how knowledge, attitude, perception and practice (KAP) towards the virus can be the main key to limiting its spread in the absence of a vaccine. Thus, this study aims at mapping evidence on the KAP towards COVID-19 in sub-Saharan Africa (SSA) using scoping review.Methods: The study will employ a systematic scoping review to identify, describe, and map literature on the KAP towards COVID-19 in SSA. The primary search will include peer-reviewed and grey literature. The search will be performed using the EBSCOhost platform and a keyword search from the following electronic databases will be conducted: PubMed/MEDLINE, Google Scholar, Science Direct, World Health Organization (WHO) library, and grey literature. The study selection will be guided by the inclusion and exclusion criteria. A data charting table will be used to extract information from the included studies. Data will be analysed using NVIVO version 10 and a thematic content analysis will be used to present narrative account of the review.Discussion: We anticipate finding relevant literature on the KAP towards COVID-19 in SSA. The results of this study will help reveal research gaps in KAP towards COVID-19 and this will guide future research and highlight the new concepts discovered. Systematic review protocol registration: Open Science Framework https://osf.io/sdm46/.

scholarly journals Community engagement with immigrant communities involving health and wellness research: a systematic review protocol towards developing a taxonomy of community engagement definitions, frameworks, and methods

BMJ Open ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 10 (4) ◽  
pp. e035649
Author(s):  
Tanvir C Turin ◽  
Tasnima Abedin ◽  
Nashit Chowdhury ◽  
Mahzabin Ferdous ◽  
Marcus Vaska ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Systematic Review ◽  
Community Engagement ◽  
Health And Wellness ◽  
Immigrant Communities ◽  
Host Countries ◽  
Team Members ◽  
Ethical Approval ◽  
Review Protocol ◽  
Abstract Screening ◽  
Taxonomy Development

IntroductionThe importance of community engagement has been established globally in health and wellness research. A certain degree of ambiguity remains, however, regarding the meaning of community engagement, which term has been used for various purposes and implemented in various forms. In this study, we aimed to explore the different definitions of community engagement, discuss the various objectives that have been proposed and uncover the diverse ways this concept has been implemented among researchers working for the betterment of the health and wellness of immigrant communities in host countries.Methods and analysisTaxonomy is a process for classifying complex and multifaceted matters using logical conceptual domains and dimensions for clearer way of contextualising. We will develop a taxonomy to organise the available literature on community engagement in immigrant health and wellness research in a way that captures user knowledge and understanding of its various meanings and processes. Specific methodological and analytical frameworks for systematic review and taxonomy development will guide each step. We will conduct a comprehensive systematic search in relevant databases, from inception to December 2019, using appropriate keywords followed by snowball search (single-citation tracking, reference lists). Papers will be included if they fall within predefined inclusion criteria (seen as most likely informative on elements pertaining to community engagement) and are written in English, regardless of design (conceptual, qualitative and quantitative). Two reviewers will independently employ two-stage screening (title–abstract screening followed by screening of the full text to determine inclusion). Finally, information that helps to develop taxonomy of the concept and practice of community engagement will be abstracted and used towards taxonomy development, where different levels of stakeholder research team members will be involved.Ethics and disseminationEthical approval is not required for this systematic review. We have opted for an integrated knowledge translation or a community-engaged knowledge mobilisation approach where we are engaged with community-based citizen researchers from the inception of our programme. We plan to disseminate the results of our review through meetings with key stakeholders, followed by journal publications and presentations at applicable platforms.

scholarly journals The structure and characteristics of Anglo-American paramedic systems in developed countries: A scoping review protocol

2020 ◽  
Vol 17 ◽  
Author(s):  
Timothy Makrides ◽  
Linda Ross ◽  
Cameron Gosling ◽  
Peter O'Meara
Keyword(s):  
Scoping Review ◽  
Data Extraction ◽  
Grey Literature ◽  
Relevant Literature ◽  
Developed Countries ◽  
Management Leadership ◽  
Literature Search Strategy ◽  
Review Protocol ◽  
English Speaking ◽  
Anglo American

IntroductionParamedicine has undergone significant change in the past two decades. While the Anglo-American paramedic system continues to grow there appears to be a dearth of published literature regarding modern categorisation of this evolving paramedic system. The objective of this scoping review is to examine and map the existing evidence to provide an overview of the characteristics and structural similarities and differences of Anglo-American paramedic systems in English-speaking developed countries.MethodsDatabases, including Embase, MEDLINE, Web of Science, EBSCOhost, CINAHL, Google Scholar and Epistemonikos, will be searched from inception. A grey literature search strategy has also been developed to identify non-indexed relevant literature. Citations and references of included studies will also be searched. Two reviewers will undertake title and abstract screening, followed by full text screening. Data extraction will be conducted using a customised instrument. Inclusion criteria: results examining management, leadership or governance in paramedicine related to the Anglo-American paramedic model in English-speaking developed countries will be included in the review. Included studies will be summarised using narrative synthesis structured around themes of management, leadership and governance in paramedicine.

scholarly journals Factors that facilitate or hinder whole system integrated care for obesity and mental health: a scoping review protocol

BMJ Open ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 11 (8) ◽  
pp. e050527
Author(s):  
Fani Liapi ◽  
Angel Chater ◽  
Gurch Randhawa ◽  
Yannis Pappas
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Integrated Care ◽  
Grey Literature ◽  
Cochrane Library ◽  
Health Issues ◽  
Hand Search ◽  
Review Protocol ◽  
Comprehensive Search ◽  
Using Data ◽  
The University

IntroductionIntegrated care aims to improve population health. Obesity and mental health are major health issues worldwide. The complexity of the multifactorial drivers of these public health problems has led to the adoption of a whole system approach. This review aims to highlight factors that influence the planning, implementation and evaluation of whole system integrated care for these conditions.Methods and analysisUsing the framework of Arksey and O’ Malley, we will perform a comprehensive search in the following databases: MEDLINE, CINAHL, PsychINFO, PubMed, British Nursing Database, Web of Science, Health Systems Evidence, Cochrane Library and University of York Centre for Reviews and Dissemination. Further hand-search of reference lists and the grey literature will be conducted. The search will be restricted to articles published from 2000 to 2020. The review is expected to be completed by August 2021. Full texts of the potential studies will be screened for the inclusion criteria. Quality of studies will be appraised. Narrative synthesis will be completed using data extracted from the included studies.Ethics and disseminationA favourable ethics opinion for this study was obtained from the Institute for Health Research Ethics Committee of the University of Bedfordshire (IHREC937). This review expects to identify information relating to factors that facilitate or hinder whole system integrated care for obesity and mental health. The finding from this review will be widely disseminated to stakeholders to inform implementation of whole system integrated care initiatives.

scholarly journals Suicide capacity within the ideation-to-action framework: a scoping review protocol

BMJ Open ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 11 (2) ◽  
pp. e043649
Author(s):  
Luke T Bayliss ◽  
Andrea Lamont-Mills ◽  
Carol du Plessis ◽  
Talia Morgan
Keyword(s):  
Suicide Attempt ◽  
Scoping Review ◽  
Practical Knowledge ◽  
Grey Literature ◽  
Relevant Literature ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Publication Date ◽  
Contributing Factors ◽  
Review Protocol ◽  
Human Participants

IntroductionA core facilitator of the transition from suicidal thoughts to suicide attempt is the individual’s capacity for suicide. Suicide capacity is a theoretically universal concept adaptable for specific groups that is hypothesised to comprise three contributing factors: acquired capability, for example, previous self-harm; dispositional, such as genetic influences and practical, knowledge of and access to lethal means. Given that suicide capacity as a concept is continuing to develop, a review and synthesis of the current literature is timely to ensure future research and development of suicide prevention strategies are based on evidential knowledge. The aim of this review is to map the available evidence to provide an overview of factors that contribute to an adult’s capacity for suicide.Methods and analysisThis review will encompass five stages. Studies will be identified through broad search strings applied to 11 academic databases: Academic Search Ultimate, APA PsycArticles, APA PsycINFO, CINAHL, Psychology & Behavioural Sciences, & Sociology Source Ultimate via EBSCOHost Megafile Ultimate; PubMed; Science Direct; Wiley Online; Taylor & Francis and ProQuest dissertations and theses. Grey literature databases and key suicide organisations will also be searched for relevant literature. Two reviewers will independently screen titles and abstracts then review full texts to identify articles meeting inclusion criteria. Articles will be assessed for eligibility based on suicide attempt history, primary research study design, language and publication date. Data from eligible full texts will be extracted using a predesigned template for analysis. The synthesisation method will be textual narrative synthesis with an incorporated quality appraisal checklist tool.Ethics and disseminationEthics approval is not required for this scoping review as no human participants are involved. Study findings will be shared with key suicide organisations, through peer-reviewed publications, and conference presentations.

scholarly journals Hypnotherapy for Procedural Pain and Distress in Children: A scoping Review Protocol

Pain Medicine ◽  
2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Daly Geagea ◽  
Zephanie Tyack ◽  
Roy Kimble ◽  
Lars Eriksson ◽  
Vince Polito ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Scoping Review ◽  
Grey Literature ◽  
Cochrane Library ◽  
Procedural Pain ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Theoretical Frameworks ◽  
Eligibility Criteria ◽  
Pharmacological Agents ◽  
Review Protocol ◽  
Meta Analyses

Abstract Objective Inadequately treated pain and distress elicited by medical procedures can put children at higher risks of acute and chronic biopsychosocial sequelae. Children can benefit from hypnotherapy, a psychological tailored intervention, as an adjunct to pharmacological agents to address the multiple components of pain and distress. Despite providing evidence on the effectiveness and potential superiority of hypnotherapy to other psychological interventions, research on hypnotherapy for paediatric procedural pain and distress has been predominantly limited to oncology and needle procedures. Plus, there is a lack of reporting of intervention manuals, factors influencing hypnotic responding, pain unpleasantness outcomes, theoretical frameworks, adverse events, as well as barriers and facilitators to the feasibility of delivering the intervention and study procedures. The proposed review aims to map the range and nature of the evidence on hypnotherapy for procedural pain and distress in children to identify gaps in literature and areas requiring further investigation. Methods This review will follow the Arksey and O'Malley (2005) methodology and incorporate additional scoping review recommendations by The Joanna Briggs Institute and Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic reviews and Meta-Analyses. Relevant studies will be identified through searching published literature databases (PubMed, Cochrane Library, PsycINFO, Embase, CINAHL, Scopus and Web of Science) and grey literature in addition to hand-searching of reference lists and key journals. Two authors will independently screen titles and abstracts of search results followed by full-texts review against eligibility criteria. Conclusion Findings are anticipated to guide future research and inform the development of tailored hypnotic interventions in children.

Yoga and Wellness—Key Insights from the Study on General Yoga Programme

2021 ◽  
Vol 14 (1) ◽  
pp. 51-63
Author(s):  
Rabindra Acharya ◽  
Gopal P. Mahapatra ◽  
Kadamibini Acharya
Keyword(s):  
Relevant Literature ◽  
Health And Wellness ◽  
Human Beings ◽  
Recent Past ◽  
Facilitative Role ◽  
Quality Of Living ◽  
The Impact ◽  
Simplified Form

Human beings have always strived towards excellence and progress since time immemorial. Industrialisation, automation and technological disruptions have led to increased comfort and quality of living of human beings and enhanced output, productivity and efficiency. Consequently, of late, health and wellness are receiving increased attention globally. Stress and stress-related diseases and workplace-related ailments have significantly increased over the last few decades and gained attention from society and industrial organisations. In the recent past, in the coronavirus pandemic context, wellness has been focused upon in many countries, communities and organisations worldwide. Yoga has been part of the Indian ethos for centuries. In this article, the authors discuss the General Yoga Programme (GYP), its broad coverage, and the impact it has had on the participants in terms of their wellness. With the help of a survey of the participants and linking it to relevant literature and research in the field, the authors highlight how GYP is a useful tool for enhancing various wellness dimensions. They recommend that GYP in its simplified form can be extended to the workplace; and also, HR professionals can play a facilitative role in the process.

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