The relationship between physical well-being and cognitive outcomes in 2–7 year old typically developing children: A systematic review

This systematic literature review examines the relationship between restricted and reduced sleep and school performance, learning and cognitive functioning in typically developing adolescents. Correlational and experimental data were evaluated from 17 studies which included participants ranging from 11 to 19 years in studies from seven countries around the world. The review found that there is evidence that restricted and reduced sleep is negatively associated with school performance and cognitive outcomes, although the findings were mixed. Implications for psychologists working with schools are discussed. More research and evaluation is needed to establish how these factors relate to each other conclusively.

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The Relationship between Social Environmental Factors and Motor Performance in 3- to 12-Year-Old Typically Developing Children: A Systematic Review

International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health ◽

10.3390/ijerph18147516 ◽

2021 ◽

Vol 18 (14) ◽

pp. 7516

Author(s):

Dagmar F.A. A. Derikx ◽

Suzanne Houwen ◽

Vivian Meijers ◽

Marina M. Schoemaker ◽

Esther Hartman

Keyword(s):

Systematic Review ◽

Home Environment ◽

Motor Performance ◽

Typically Developing ◽

Typically Developing Children ◽

Factors Associated ◽

The Social ◽

Social Environmental ◽

Social Environmental Factors ◽

The Relationship

Motor performance during childhood is important for prosperity in life, and the social environment may contain potentially important and modifiable factors associated with motor performance. Therefore, the aim of this systematic review was to identify social environmental factors associated with motor performance in 3- to 12-year-old typically developing children. Four electronic databases were searched, which resulted in 31 included studies. The methodological quality was determined using the Quality of Prognosis Studies in Systematic Reviews tool. Most studies were conducted in 3–6-year-old children. In the home environment, parental beliefs in the importance of physical activity and parental behaviors matching these beliefs were related to better motor performance of children, although these relationships were often sex-dependent. The school and sports environments were investigated much less, but some preliminary evidence was found that being better liked by peers, attending a classroom with a smaller age range, having more interaction with the teacher and classmates, and having a higher educated teacher was related to better motor performance. Further research is required to further unravel the relationship between the social environment and motor skills, with a specific focus on 6–12-year-old children and environments outside of the home environment.

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The relationship between motor skills and cognitive skills in 4–16 year old typically developing children: A systematic review

Journal of Science and Medicine in Sport ◽

10.1016/j.jsams.2014.09.007 ◽

2015 ◽

Vol 18 (6) ◽

pp. 697-703 ◽

Cited By ~ 140

Author(s):

Irene M.J. van der Fels ◽

Sanne C.M. te Wierike ◽

Esther Hartman ◽

Marije T. Elferink-Gemser ◽

Joanne Smith ◽

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Keyword(s):

Systematic Review ◽

Motor Skills ◽

Cognitive Skills ◽

Typically Developing ◽

Typically Developing Children ◽

The Relationship

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Tools and Techniques Used With Robotic Devices to Quantify Upper-Limb Function in Typically Developing Children: A Systematic Review

Rehabilitation Process and Outcome ◽

10.1177/1179572720979013 ◽

2020 ◽

Vol 9 ◽

pp. 117957272097901

Author(s):

Stephan CD Dobri ◽

Hana M Ready ◽

Theresa Claire Davies

Keyword(s):

Systematic Review ◽

Outcome Measures ◽

Motor Function ◽

Upper Limb ◽

Rate Of Change ◽

Typically Developing ◽

Typically Developing Children ◽

Upper Limb Function ◽

Robotic Devices ◽

Tools And Techniques

Background: Robotic devices have been used to quantify function, identify impairment, and rehabilitate motor function extensively in adults, but less-so in younger populations. The ability to perform motor actions improves as children grow. It is important to quantify this rate of change of the neurotypical population before attempting to identify impairment and target rehabilitation techniques. Objectives: For a population of typically developing children, this systematic review identifies and analyzes tools and techniques used with robotic devices to quantify upper-limb motor function. Since most of the papers also used robotic devices to compare function of neurotypical to pathological populations, a secondary objective was introduced to relate clinical outcome measures to identified robotic tools and techniques. Methods: Five databases were searched between February 2019 and August 2020, and 226 articles were found, 19 of which are included in the review. Results: Robotic devices, tasks, outcome measures, and clinical assessments were not consistent among studies from different settings but were consistent within laboratory groups. Fifteen of the 19 articles evaluated both typically developing and pathological populations. Conclusion: To optimize universally comparable outcomes in future work, it is recommended that a standard set of tasks and measures is used to assess upper-limb motor function. Standardized tasks and measures will facilitate effective rehabilitation.

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Assessment and treatment of anxiety in children and adolescents with ASD: a systematic review

Advances in Autism ◽

10.1108/aia-03-2021-0016 ◽

2021 ◽

Vol ahead-of-print (ahead-of-print) ◽

Author(s):

Celal Perihan ◽

Mack D. Burke ◽

Lisa Bowman-Perrott ◽

Joel Bocanegra

Keyword(s):

Systematic Review ◽

Empirical Evidence ◽

Implementation Fidelity ◽

Autism Spectrum ◽

Anxiety Symptoms ◽

Typically Developing ◽

Typically Developing Children ◽

Pilot Studies ◽

Content Type ◽

Children With Asd

Purpose The purpose of this study was to investigate the quality of current studies that assess and treat anxiety symptoms in children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). More specifically the study aimed to answer the following questions: What are the qualities of the current studies using cognitive behavioral therapies (CBTs) to treat anxiety symptoms in children with ASD? Did studies make necessary modifications and adaptations to CBTs according to the evidence-based strategies and implement these versions of CBTs with precise fidelity? Were the selected measurements appropriate for assessing the anxiety symptoms in children with ASD? Design/methodology/approach A systematic review protocol was developed from the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses (Moher et al., 2009). A rubric was adapted based on the CEC (Council for Exceptional Children; Cook, 2014) group comparison studies standards and the Evaluative Method for Determining EBP in Autism (Reichow et al., 2007). The 3-point Likert Scale (Chard et al., 2009) was adapted to score each study based on the rubric. Findings CBT is a first-line treatment with significant mixed results. Current studies use adapted versions of existing CBTs for children with ASD without reporting empirical evidence to these adaptations and changes. Reporting of the implementation fidelity is still an issue in the treatment of anxiety. Anxiety measurements that were designed for typically developing children failure to detect unusual anxiety symptoms in children with ASD. Research limitations/implications The first limitation of this study was including a variety of studies across CBT programs and types of anxiety symptoms. Types of anxiety and CBT treatments may require separate analyses with specific indicators. Due to the limited studies, reviews could not be analyzed across types of CBT programs. The second limitation was the types of studies. Most of the studies were pilot studies. Pilot studies might use various instruments and CBTs components for making selections to produce the best effects and results. The final limitation was the lack of examination of the data analysis process. Originality/value These findings are important because due to the variety of changes or adaptation to CBTs, inappropriate implementations and failure to detect unusual anxiety symptoms of children with ASD may cause significant differences in treatment responses and outcomes. The study demonstrated that the majority of the studies used adapted versions of existing CBTs without reporting empirical evidence for these adaptations and changes. The findings have shown that reporting of the implementation fidelity is still an issue. Moreover, the majority of studies had used anxiety measurements that were designed for typically developing children, not for children with ASD.

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Sedentary behaviors and psychological outcomes among older adults: a systematic review

Motricidade ◽

10.6063/motricidade.12223 ◽

2018 ◽

Vol 14 (1) ◽

pp. 73 ◽

Cited By ~ 2

Author(s):

André Ramalho ◽

João Petrica ◽

António Rosado

Keyword(s):

Systematic Review ◽

Older Adults ◽

Depressive Symptomatology ◽

Well Being ◽

The Elderly ◽

Psychological Outcomes ◽

Positive Effects ◽

Sedentary Behaviours ◽

The Relationship ◽

Sedentary Activities

This systematic review aimed to synthesize the scientific evidence about the relationship between sedentary behaviours and various psychological outcomes in older adults. The study searches were conducted in the following databases: PubMed, PsycINFO, ISI Web of Knowledge and ScienceDirect. We selected 15 observational quantitative studies according to specific eligibility criteria. The data extraction was performed independently by different authors, including the evaluation of the risk of bias of the studies and the classification of the force of evidence. The results showed a tendency of showing no associations between the sedentary behaviours, the well-being and quality of life of the elderly. Concerning life satisfaction and perceived stress, it seems that active sedentary activities have positive effects on these indicators. Evidence has also suggested that some sedentary behaviours may help maintain some cognitive functions in the elderly population, namely in different types of memory. In other studies, it has been demonstrated a tendency that too much time in passive sedentary activities has been associated with depressive symptomatology. However, this review suggested that the evidence is not yet consistent in the relationship between the sedentary behaviours of the elderly and the indicators analysed, and more research is needed.

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Well-Being and Romantic Relationships: A Systematic Review in Adolescence and Emerging Adulthood

International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health ◽

10.3390/ijerph16132415 ◽

2019 ◽

Vol 16 (13) ◽

pp. 2415 ◽

Cited By ~ 7

Author(s):

Mercedes Gómez-López ◽

Carmen Viejo ◽

Rosario Ortega-Ruiz

Keyword(s):

Systematic Review ◽

Romantic Relationships ◽

Emerging Adulthood ◽

Emerging Adults ◽

Meta Analysis ◽

Well Being ◽

The Other ◽

The One ◽

Definition Of ◽

The Relationship

Adolescence and emerging adulthood are both stages in which romantic relationships play a key role in development and can be a source of both well-being and negative outcomes. However, the limited number of studies prior to adulthood, along with the multiplicity of variables involved in the romantic context and the considerable ambiguity surrounding the construct of well-being, make it difficult to reach conclusions about the relationship between the two phenomena. This systematic review synthesizes the results produced into this topic over the last three decades. A total of 112 studies were included, following the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis Protocols (PRISMA-P) guidelines. On the one hand, these works revealed the terminological heterogeneity in research on well-being and the way the absence of symptoms of illness are commonly used to measure it, while on the other hand, they also showed that romantic relationships can be an important source of well-being for both adolescents and emerging adults. The findings underline the importance of providing a better definition of well-being, as well as to attribute greater value to the significance of romantic relationships. Devoting greater empirical, educational, and community efforts to romantic development in the stages leading up to adulthood are considered necessary actions in promoting the well-being of young people.

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A Systematic Review Comparing the Play Profiles of Children with Special Health Care Needs with Typically Developing Children

BioMed Research International ◽

10.1155/2020/9582795 ◽

2020 ◽

Vol 2020 ◽

pp. 1-10

Author(s):

Nyaradzai Munambah ◽

Reinie Cordier ◽

Renée Speyer ◽

Sivuyisiwe Toto ◽

Elelwani L. Ramugondo

Keyword(s):

Systematic Review ◽

Health Care ◽

Special Health Care Needs ◽

Health Care Needs ◽

Typically Developing ◽

Sample Sizes ◽

Typically Developing Children ◽

Care Needs ◽

Special Health Care ◽

Special Health

Introduction. Although play has been used as a means to meet therapeutic goals by health care practitioners for a long time, there is a need to continuously review its conceptualisation and use in everyday practice to promote evidence-based practice. This systematic review aimed to evaluate the evidence on how the play of children with Special Health Care Needs (SHCN) is similar or different to that of typically developing children. Methods. Guided by the preferred reporting items for systematic reviews and meta-analyses (PRISMA) statement, we conducted a comprehensive review across five electronic databases for all studies that compared how the play of children with SHCN was similar or different to that of typically developing children. Data were extracted from the included studies, and methodological quality was assessed. Results. Eighteen studies met eligibility criteria. All the studies in this review were at risk of bias due to the study design. There was great variation in sample sizes, ranging between five and 112 participants in the diagnostic groups and five and 546 participants in control groups (typically developing children). The included studies investigated different aspects of play, which made it difficult to synthesise. However, of the 18 studies reviewed, thirteen reported that children with SHCN engage in less play, compared with typically developing children. Conclusions. Evidence supports the assumption that children with SHCN are less playful and spend less time engaging in play compared with typically developing children. This systematic review reveals paucity of research on play for children with several common chronic conditions such as HIV/AIDS, cancer, and cardiovascular diseases. Future studies need to reduce risks of bias, including the use of appropriate sample sizes, and must provide detailed results after investigating play in children with SHCN.

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Well-Being and Social Media: A Systematic Review of Bergen Addiction Scales

Future Internet ◽

10.3390/fi12020024 ◽

2020 ◽

Vol 12 (2) ◽

pp. 24 ◽

Cited By ~ 10

Author(s):

Mirko Duradoni ◽

Federico Innocenti ◽

Andrea Guazzini

Keyword(s):

Systematic Review ◽

Social Media ◽

Information And Communication Technologies ◽

Communication Technologies ◽

Well Being ◽

Qualitative Synthesis ◽

Social Media Addiction ◽

Information And Communication ◽

The Relationship ◽

Academic Search

Does social media addiction impair the well-being of non-clinical individuals? Despite the Internet being able to be considered as a promoting factor for individual empowerment, previous literature suggests that the current massive availability of Information and Communication Technologies (ICT) may be dangerous for users’ well-being. This article discusses the relationship between the most used social media addiction measures (i.e., the Bergen Facebook Addiction Scale—BFAS, the Bergen Social Media Addiction Scale—BSMAS) and well-being. A systematic review considering all the publications indexed by PsycInfo, PsycArticles, PubMed, Science Direct, Sociological Abstracts, Academic Search Complete, and Google Scholar databases was performed to collect the data. Ten of 635 studies were included in the qualitative synthesis. Overall, most of the included works captured a negative but small relationship between BFAS/BSMAS and well-being, across multiple definitions and measurement.

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Psychological Well-Being Among Fathers of Children With and Without Disabilities: The Role of Family Cohesion, Adaptability, and Paternal Self-Efficacy

American Journal of Men s Health ◽

10.1177/1557988310372538 ◽

2010 ◽

Vol 5 (4) ◽

pp. 286-296 ◽

Cited By ~ 17

Author(s):

Güler Boyraz ◽

Thomas V. Sayger

Keyword(s):

Self Efficacy ◽

Family Cohesion ◽

Children With Disabilities ◽

Demographic Factors ◽

Well Being ◽

The Self ◽

Typically Developing ◽

Typically Developing Children ◽

Psychological Well Being

The purpose of this study was to examine the role of family cohesion, adaptability, and paternal self-efficacy in psychological well-being of fathers of children with and without disabilities and whether the effects of these variables on psychological well-being were the same for both groups of fathers. In addition, the potential differences in perceived well-being between the two groups of fathers were examined. Sixty-three fathers of children with disabilities and 217 fathers of typically developing children participated in this study. Fathers of children with disabilities scored significantly higher on the self-acceptance dimension of psychological well-being compared with fathers of children without disabilities. After controlling for the demographic factors, family cohesion and paternal self-efficacy significantly and positively predicted well-being of fathers; the effects of these variables on well-being were the same for both groups of fathers.

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