scholarly journals Pain Catastrophizing in Borderline Morbidly Obese and Morbidly Obese Individuals with Osteoarthritic Knee Pain

2008 ◽  
Vol 13 (5) ◽  
pp. 401-406 ◽  
Author(s):  
Tamara J Somers ◽  
Francis J Keefe ◽  
James W Carson ◽  
Jennifer J Pells ◽  
Lara LaCaille
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Binge Eating ◽  
Self Efficacy ◽  
Pain Catastrophizing ◽  
Self Report ◽  
Morbidly Obese ◽  
Limited Information ◽  
Knee Oa ◽  
High Level

OBJECTIVE: There is limited information about how morbidly obese osteoarthritis (OA) patients cope with the pain they experience. Pain catastrophizing is an important predictor of pain and adjustment in persons with persistent pain. This may be particularly relevant in the morbidly obese (body mass index [BMI] of 40 kg/m2or greater) OA population at risk for increased pain. The present study first examined whether borderline morbidly obese and morbidly obese OA patients report higher levels of pain catastrophizing than a sample of OA patients in the overweight and obese category (BMI between 25 kg/m2and 34 kg/m2). Next, it examined how pain catastrophizing is related to important indexes of pain and adjustment in borderline morbidly obese and morbidly obese OA patients.METHODS: Participants included 43 individuals with knee OA who were borderline morbidly obese or morbidly obese (BMI of 38 kg/m2or greater). Participants completed self-report measures of pain catastrophizing, pain, psychological distress, quality of life, binge eating and eating self-efficacy.RESULTS: The sample of borderline morbidly obese and morbidly obese OA patients reported significantly higher levels of pain catastrophizing (P=0.007) than a comparison sample of overweight and obese OA patients. Results suggested that patients who engaged in a high level of pain catastrophizing reported having much more intense and unpleasant pain, higher levels of binge eating, lower self-efficacy for controlling their eating and lower weight-related quality of life (P<0.05 for all).CONCLUSIONS: Pain catastrophizing is related to pain and adjustment in borderline morbidly obese and morbidly obese OA patients. Clinicians working with this population should consider assessing pain catastrophizing in the patients they treat.

scholarly journals Qualitative research to explore the symptoms and impacts experienced by children with ulcerative colitis

2020 ◽  
Vol 4 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Jason A. Randall ◽  
Aiste Guobyte ◽  
Laure Delbecque ◽  
Louise Newton ◽  
Tara Symonds ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Ulcerative Colitis ◽  
Lived Experience ◽  
Thematic Analysis ◽  
Gastrointestinal Disease ◽  
The United States ◽  
Self Report ◽  
Related Quality ◽  
High Level

Abstract Background Ulcerative Colitis (UC) is a chronic gastrointestinal disease that often presents during one’s most productive years and is characterized by colon inflammation. Key symptoms and impacts in adults are well-known, however, experiences among pediatric populations have not been well documented. The purpose of this study was to understand the health-related quality of life and symptomatic experience of children (2–11 years) living with UC. Methods Qualitative, semi-structured face-to-face interviews were conducted. Children aged 5–11 years were interviewed, as well as their parents/caregivers in matched dyads. Parents/caregivers of children aged2–4 years were interviewed within a parent/caregiver-only cohort. All participants were recruited from the United States. Interviews were coded using thematic analysis. Results Key symptoms and impacts reflecting the lived experience of UC were identified following thematic analysis, generating a conceptual model. A total of 32 participants (20 parents/caregivers and 12 children) were interviewed. Results identified a substantial burden of UC in children. All children and parents/caregivers reported that they/their child experienced stomach/abdominal pain. Other symptoms discussed by over 75% were blood in stool, diarrhea/loose stools, stool urgency, incomplete evacuation, stool frequency, and feeling gassy/passing gas. The most frequently discussed impacts by over 75% of participants were on emotional and practical aspects, seriously affecting quality of life. Conclusions Qualitative analysis of the interviews identified a substantial burden of UC on children, with a profound impact on their lives. The symptomatic experience is reflective of adults and adolescents. A high level of agreement between parents/caregivers and children was demonstrated regarding the perception of the presence or absence of symptoms. Children aged 8–11 years showed higher levels of agreement with parents/caregivers than did younger children, indicating appropriateness of self-report of symptom data in the 8–11 years age group.

scholarly journals Depression Differentially Predicts Quality of Life at levels of Self-Efficacy and Social Support in Cardiovascular Patients

2020 ◽  
Vol 4 (1) ◽  
pp. 01-06
Author(s):  
Shameem Fatima
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Social Support ◽  
Self Efficacy ◽  
Perceived Social Support ◽  
Self Report ◽  
Poor Predictor ◽  
Government Sector ◽  
Cardiovascular Patients ◽  
Negative Predictor

Objective: The objectives of the study were twofold: i) to assess whether depression independently predicts four quality of life (QOL) domains in CVD patients; and ii) whether depression interacts with self-efficacy and perceived social support to predict QOL domains among cardiovascular diseases (CVD) patients. Methods: Participants were 174 CVD patients taken from three major government sector hospitals of Lahore who were assessed on self-report measures of depression, self-efficacy, social support and QOL. Results: It was found that depression was a significant negative predictor of all four QOL domains among CVD patients. Furthermore, results from regression analysis demonstrated that depression significantly interacted with self-efficacy to predict physical and environmental QOL. Additionally, depression interacted with social support to physical and social QOL. Specially, depression was a stronger negative predictor of QOL domains at lower levels of self-efficacy and social support while it was a poor predictor at higher levels of self-efficacy and support. Conclusion: It was concluded that social support and self-efficacy act as buffering factors against devastating effects of depression on QOL among CVD patients.

scholarly journals A Comparative Study to Assess the Quality of Life and Stress among Orphan and Non-orphan Children in Selected Areas of Bagalkot

2020 ◽  
Vol 11 (04) ◽  
pp. 19-25
Author(s):  
Santosh B Sajjan ◽  
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
High Stress ◽  
Poor Quality ◽  
Demographic Variables ◽  
Self Report ◽  
Stress Scale ◽  
Low Level ◽  
High Level ◽  
Moderate Stress

Introduction: The word orphan comes from the Greek word ‘Orfanos’ and refers to a child permanently bereaved of or abandoned by his or her parents. Methods: A non-experimental descriptive comparative design has been adopted for the present study. The sample of the present study comprises orphan children residing in an orphanage and non-orphan children residing in selected areas of Bagalkot. The sample comprised 30 orphans and 30 non-orphans aged between 10 and 16 years. The data were collected by using self-report, structured closed-ended questionnaires for socio-demographic variables of children, self-administered WHO Quality of life BREF scale, and PSS stress scale. The data obtained were analysed with the help of descriptive and inferential statistics. Result: Findings related to the comparison between the level of stress among the orphan and non-orphan children revealed that majority of orphan children (76.66%) had about moderate stress, 23.33% of the orphan children had high stress, and none of the children had a low level of stress, whereas among non-orphan children, majority (90%) had moderate stress, 10% had low level stress, and none of them had high level stress. The findings related to the comparison of levels of quality of life among the orphan and non-orphan children reveal that a high percentage of orphan children (66.66%) had a moderate quality of life and some of them (33.33%) had a poor quality of life, whereas a high number of non-orphan children (66.66%) had a very good quality of life and some (33.33%) had a good quality of life. No significant association was found between the quality of life and stress scores with the socio-demographic variables of orphan and non-orphan children. Conclusion: The study concluded that orphan children need to improve their quality of life and decrease their level of stress.

scholarly journals Quality of life, Social Support and Self-Efficacy in Women After A Miscarriage

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Grażyna Iwanowicz-Palus ◽  
Mariola Mróz ◽  
Agnieszka Bień
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Social Support ◽  
Psychological Health ◽  
Self Efficacy ◽  
Pregnancy Loss ◽  
Survey Method ◽  
Critical Event ◽  
Perceived Quality Of Life ◽  
High Level

Abstract Background Pregnancy loss is typically experienced as a traumatic, critical event, which may lead to secondary psychological health disorders. Its burden involves both the experience of loss and related medical issues, which are associated with pain, hospitalization, limitation in one’s social roles, decreased sense of security, and changes in one’s perceived quality of life. The purpose of the present study was to evaluate levels of quality of life (QoL), social support and self-efficacy among women who had suffered a miscarriage.Methods The study was performed using a diagnostic survey method with questionnaires administered to 610 patients hospitalized due to spontaneous pregnancy loss in hospitals in Lublin (Poland). The instruments used were: the Berlin Social Support Scales (BSSS), the Generalized Self-Efficacy Scale (GSES), the WHOQoL–BREF questionnaire, and a standardized interview questionnaire.Results Respondents rated their overall QoL (3.90 points) higher than their overall perceived health (3.66). In terms of social support, the highest scores were noted for perceived available instrumental support (M = 3.78), perceived available emotional support (M = 3.68) and actually received support (M = 3.60). The mean generalized self-efficacy score among the women after pregnancy loss was 30.29. Respondents’ QoL was significantly correlated with multiple social support subscales and self-efficacy (p < 0.05). Conclusions Women after a miscarriage perceive their overall QoL as better than their overall health, while reporting the poorest QoL in the psychological domain. They also have a high level of self-efficacy. Regarding the types of social support, perceived available support, both instrumental and emotional, and actually received support was rated highly. Social support and self-efficacy contributed to better perceived QoL among the respondents.

Why do they do it? Assessing self-report physical activity behavior and quality of life in individuals with multiple sclerosis

2017 ◽  
Vol 25 (7) ◽  
pp. 964-975 ◽  
Author(s):  
Kimberly S Fasczewski ◽  
Sara M Rothberger ◽  
Diane L Gill
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Physical Activity ◽  
Multiple Sclerosis ◽  
Self Efficacy ◽  
Physical Activity Behavior ◽  
Self Report ◽  
Physical Activity Interventions ◽  
Activity Behavior

Physical activity has been shown to effectively aid multiple sclerosis symptom management; however, individuals with multiple sclerosis tend to be inactive physically. Developing effective, sustainable, physical activity interventions involves first understanding motivators for physical activity. Open-ended surveys exploring physical activity motivators were collected from 215 individuals with multiple sclerosis. Responses indicate that self-efficacy and internalized motivation derived from physical activity outcomes were motivators for physical activity, and physical activity was cited as increasing overall quality of life. Future physical activity interventions should incorporate methods for building self-efficacy for physical activity and focus on increasing awareness of the long-term physical benefits derived from physical activity.

scholarly journals The relationship between self efficacy, general self disease management strategies in coping with pain and quality of life in migraine patients: Testing a theoretical methodMigrenli hastalarda öz yeterlik, ağrıyla başa çıkmada kendi genel yönetim stratejileri ve yaşam kalitesi arasındaki ilişkinin incelenmesi: Teorik bir modelin test edilmesi

2017 ◽  
Vol 14 (4) ◽  
pp. 3389
Author(s):  
İlknur Özkan ◽  
Nermin Olgun
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Chronic Disease ◽  
Disease Management ◽  
Self Efficacy ◽  
Latent Variables ◽  
Management Strategies ◽  
Self Report ◽  
Quality Of Life Scale ◽  
Item Scale

This study was designed to test a causality-based model in the context of relationships based on social cognitive theory and the literature for the purpose of examining how self-efficacy directly affects the quality of life of migraine patients through self- disease management skills. The sample of the study consisted of 343 migraine patients selected from a neurology outpatient clinic. The data were collected with self-report method using Self-Disease Management Strategies Scale in Migraine Patients developed by the researcher, the interview form, Quality of Life Scale in Migraine Patients and Self-Efficacy for Managing Chronic Disease 6-Item Scale, SEMCD developed by Stanford Patient Education Research Center. In order to test construct validity of scales, explanatory factor analysis and varimax axis rotation basic component analysis were applied. Cronbach's alpha values were calculated by analyzing the internal consistency for all the items in the scales and each subscale of the scale. The model proposed in the study was tested by using Structural Equation Model (SEM)-path analysis with latent variables in lisrel program. In SEM application, direct effect of self-efficacy on quality of life and indirect effect on self-disease management strategies were found to be statistically significant.  Based on these results, self-efficacy can be thought to be a determinant of self-efficacy, quality of life of the patient and the patient’s skills of using self-disease management strategies. In order to improve the quality of life of migraine patients, their self-efficacy on disease management should be assessed and nursing practices should be planned to increase their confidence in the ability of preventing and managing migraine attacks.Extended English abstract is in the end of PDF (TURKISH) file. ÖzetBu araştırma, öz yeterliğin migrenli hastaların yaşam kalitesini doğrudan ve kendi kendine hastalık yönetimi becerileri aracılığı yoluyla ne kadar etkilediğini incelemek amacıyla, sosyal bilişsel teoriden temel alarak ve literatüre dayalı ilişkiler bağlamında nedensellik temelli bir modeli test etmek amacıyla planlanmıştır. Araştırmanın örneklemini bir nöroloji polikliniğinden seçilen 343 migren hastası oluşturmuştur. Veriler, görüşme formu, araştırmacı tarafından geliştirilen Migrenli Hastalarda Kendi Kendine Hastalık Yönetim Stratejileri Ölçeği, Migrenli Hastalarda Yaşam Kalitesi Ölçeği ve Standford Hasta Eğitim Araştırma Merkezi tarafından geliştirilen[WK1] [Mh2]  Kronik Hastalıkları Yönetimde Öz Yeterlik Ölçeği (Self-Efficacy for Managing Chronic Disease 6-Item Scale, SEMCD) kullanılarak öz bildirim yöntemi ile toplanmıştır. Ölçeklerin yapı geçerliliğini test etmek için açıklayıcı faktör analizi ve varimaks’ eksen döndürme temel bileşenler analizi uygulanmıştır. Ölçeklerde yer alan maddelerin tamamı ve ölçeğin her bir alt boyutu için, iç tutarlık analizi yapılarak, Cronbach Alfa değerleri hesaplanmıştır. Araştırmada ileri sürülen model, lisrel programında Yapısal Eşitlik Modeli (YEM)-örtük değişkenlerle yol analizi yapılarak test edilmiştir. YEM uygulamasında öz yeterliğin yaşam kalitesi üzerine doğrudan etkisi ve kendi kendine hastalık yönetim stratejileri üzerinden dolaylı etkisi istatiksel olarak anlamlı bulunmuştur. Bu sonuçlara dayanarak; öz yeterlik, hastanın yaşam kalitesini, kendi kendine hastalık yönetim stratejilerini kullanma becerisinin bir belirleyicisi olarak düşünülebilir. Migrenli hastaların yaşam kalitesini artırmak için migrenli hastaların hastalık yönetimi konusundaki öz yeterlikleri değerlendirilmeli, hemşirelik uygulamaları hastaların migren atağını önleme ve yönetme becerileri konusundaki kendilerine olan güvenini artıracak şekilde planlanmalıdır.// // // //

scholarly journals The Use of Oral Analgesics and Pain Self-Efficacy Are Independent Predictors of the Quality of Life of Individuals with Rheumatoid Arthritis

2020 ◽  
Vol 2020 ◽  
pp. 1-9
Author(s):  
Akira Hashimoto ◽  
Motoki Sonohata ◽  
Masaaki Mawatari
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Rheumatoid Arthritis ◽  
Self Efficacy ◽  
Pain Catastrophizing ◽  
Positive Association ◽  
Joint Disease ◽  
Life Questionnaire ◽  
Significant Positive Association ◽  
Cross Sectional

Objectives. This study investigated the relationship between quality of life (QOL) and several factors, including pain assessments, in patients with rheumatoid arthritis (RA). Methods. This cross-sectional, single-center study enrolled 85 patients with RA. The variables investigated included demographic characteristics, the 28-joint disease activity score with C-reactive protein (DAS28-CRP), painDETECT questionnaire (PDQ), pain self-efficacy questionnaire (PSEQ), and pain catastrophizing scale (PCS). QOL was measured using the Japanese validated version of the European Quality of Life questionnaire with five dimensions and five levels (EQ-5D-5L). Results. The use of oral steroids and oral analgesics was significantly associated with low EQ-5D-5L scores (P<0.05). EQ-5D-5L score had a significant positive association with PSEQ (r = 0.414) and significant negative association with age, disease duration, DAS28-CRP, PDQ, and PCS (r = −0.217, −0.343, −0.217, −0.277, and −0.384, respectively). Multiple regression analysis showed that the use of oral analgesics and PSEQ were independent predictors of EQ-5D-5L score (β = -0.248, P<0.05 and β = 0.233, P<0.05). Conclusions. The use of oral analgesics by RA patients may influence their QOL, which, in turn, may affect their feelings of self-efficacy. Various pain management strategies, including surgical treatment, may be explored for the treatment of RA. Furthermore, the PSEQ may be a prominent part of the patient’s overall assessment.

scholarly journals Evaluation of a Fatigue Self-Management Program for People with Multiple Sclerosis

2016 ◽  
Vol 18 (3) ◽  
pp. 116-121 ◽  
Author(s):  
Hilda Mulligan ◽  
Amanda Wilkinson ◽  
Amelia Barclay ◽  
Hayley Whiting ◽  
Christelle Heynike ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Multiple Sclerosis ◽  
Self Efficacy ◽  
Short Form ◽  
Small Sample Size ◽  
Management Program ◽  
Small Sample ◽  
Self Report ◽  
Self Management

Background: Fatigue is one of the most common and debilitating symptoms of multiple sclerosis (MS). The program “Minimise Fatigue, Maximise Life: Creating Balance with Multiple Sclerosis” (MFML) was created in New Zealand because of the lack of a fatigue management program for people with MS in that country. This program aims to empower individuals with MS to manage their own symptoms of fatigue. The objective of this study was to evaluate the MFML fatigue self-management program. Methods: Self-report questionnaires were used to measure impact of fatigue (5-item Modified Fatigue Impact Scale), self-efficacy (MS Self-efficacy Scale), and quality of life (12-item Short Form Health Status Survey [SF-12]) 1 month before (T1), at commencement of (T2) (to investigate the stability of questionnaire scores before the intervention), and at the end of (T3) the 6-week group-based program. Increased self-efficacy and quality of life scores and a decrease in reported impact of fatigue were the anticipated primary outcomes, with participants acting as their own controls. Results: Twenty-five women (aged 37–63 years) participated. Stability of scores for all the questionnaires was evidenced between T1 and T2. After the intervention (T3), scores showed a significant improvement in self-efficacy and impact of fatigue, with large effect sizes, but no change in either the physical or mental component summary of the SF-12. Conclusions: Despite the small sample size, this study showed an organized approach to the management of fatigue for people living with MS, and its outcomes demonstrated benefits for participants.

scholarly journals Quality of life, social support and self-efficacy in women after a miscarriage

2021 ◽  
Vol 19 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Grażyna Iwanowicz-Palus ◽  
Mariola Mróz ◽  
Agnieszka Bień
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Social Support ◽  
Psychological Health ◽  
Self Efficacy ◽  
Pregnancy Loss ◽  
Survey Method ◽  
Critical Event ◽  
Perceived Quality Of Life ◽  
High Level

Abstract Background Pregnancy loss is typically experienced as a traumatic, critical event, which may lead to secondary psychological health disorders. Its burden involves both the experience of loss and related medical issues, which are associated with pain, hospitalization, limitation in one’s social roles, decreased sense of security, and changes in one’s perceived quality of life. The purpose of the present study was to evaluate levels of quality of life (QoL), social support and self-efficacy among women who had suffered a miscarriage. Methods The study was performed using a diagnostic survey method with questionnaires administered to 610 patients hospitalized due to spontaneous pregnancy loss in hospitals in Lublin (Poland). The instruments used were: the Berlin Social Support Scales (BSSS), the Generalized Self-Efficacy Scale (GSES), the WHOQoL–BREF questionnaire, and a standardized interview questionnaire. Results Respondents rated their overall quality of life (3.90 points) higher than their overall perceived health (3.66). In terms of social support, the highest scores were noted for perceived available instrumental support (M = 3.78), perceived available emotional support (M = 3.68) and actually received support (M = 3.60). The mean generalized self-efficacy score among the women after pregnancy loss was 30.29. Respondents’ QoL was significantly correlated with multiple social support subscales and self-efficacy (p < 0.05). Conclusions Women after a miscarriage perceive their overall quality of life as better than their overall health, while reporting the poorest QoL in the psychological domain. They also have a high level of self-efficacy. Regarding the types of social support, perceived available support, both instrumental and emotional, and actually received support was rated highly. Social support and self-efficacy contributed to better perceived QoL among the respondents.

scholarly journals Quality of life, social support and self-efficacy in women after a miscarriage

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Grażyna Iwanowicz-Palus ◽  
Mariola Mróz ◽  
Agnieszka Bień
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Social Support ◽  
Psychological Health ◽  
Self Efficacy ◽  
Pregnancy Loss ◽  
Survey Method ◽  
Critical Event ◽  
Perceived Quality Of Life ◽  
High Level

Abstract Background Pregnancy loss is typically experienced as a traumatic, critical event, which may lead to secondary psychological health disorders. Its burden involves both the experience of loss and related medical issues, which are associated with pain, hospitalization, limitation in one’s social roles, decreased sense of security, and changes in one’s perceived quality of life. The purpose of the present study was to evaluate levels of quality of life (QoL), social support and self-efficacy among women who had suffered a miscarriage.Methods The study was performed using a diagnostic survey method with questionnaires administered to 610 patients hospitalized due to spontaneous pregnancy loss in hospitals in Lublin (Poland). The instruments used were: the Berlin Social Support Scales (BSSS), the Generalized Self-Efficacy Scale (GSES), the WHOQoL–BREF questionnaire, and a standardized interview questionnaire.Results Respondents rated their overall quality of life (3.90 points) higher than their overall perceived health (3.66). In terms of social support, the highest scores were noted for perceived available instrumental support (M = 3.78), perceived available emotional support (M = 3.68) and actually received support (M = 3.60). The mean generalized self-efficacy score among the women after pregnancy loss was 30.29. Respondents’ QoL was significantly correlated with multiple social support subscales and self-efficacy (p < 0.05). Conclusions Women after a miscarriage perceive their overall quality of life as better than their overall health, while reporting the poorest QoL in the psychological domain. They also have a high level of self-efficacy. Regarding the types of social support, perceived available support, both instrumental and emotional, and actually received support was rated highly. Social support and self-efficacy contributed to better perceived QoL among the respondents.

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