Determining the Effect of Group Flower Arranging Sessions on Caregiver Self-Efficacy and Stress Levels in an In-Patient Hospice

2020 ◽  
pp. 003022281990044
Author(s):  
Joanne Lavin ◽  
Claire Lavin ◽  
Xin Bai ◽  
Stephanie Mastropaolo ◽  
Debbie Feldman
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Family Caregivers ◽  
Self Efficacy ◽  
Hospice Care ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Care Hospital ◽  
Stress Levels

This study was designed to promote enhanced self-efficacy and decreased stress levels for family caregivers at a hospice care hospital, thus increasing their quality of life. This is achieved through group flower arranging sessions. The objectives are to (a) enhance self-efficacy scores for family caregivers of Calvary patients, (b) decrease stress levels for family caregivers of Calvary patients, and (c) disseminate results to other hospices. The results show that the flower arranging sessions resulted in significantly increased self-efficacy and decreased stress and associated problems for the caregiver participants. Implications and suggestions for future research are discussed.

scholarly journals Structured interviews examining the burden, coping, self-efficacy, and quality of life among family caregivers of persons with dementia in Singapore

Dementia ◽  
2014 ◽  
Vol 15 (2) ◽  
pp. 204-220 ◽  
Author(s):  
Kay Chai Peter Tay ◽  
Chuen Chai Dennis Seow ◽  
Chunxiang Xiao ◽  
Hui Min Julian Lee ◽  
Helen FK Chiu ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Family Caregivers ◽  
Self Efficacy ◽  
Structured Interviews

Family caregivers’ perceived communication self-efficacy with physicians

2020 ◽  
pp. 1-7
Author(s):  
Elaine Wittenberg ◽  
Anna M. Kerr ◽  
Joy V. Goldsmith
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Family Caregivers ◽  
Family Caregiver ◽  
Self Efficacy ◽  
Online Survey ◽  
Skill Training ◽  
Communication Skill Training ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
The Family

Abstract Objective Family-centered health care requires successful communication between patient, family caregivers, and healthcare providers. Among all providers, physicians are most likely to interact with caregivers. Using the Family Caregiver Communication Typology, this study examined perceived communication self-efficacy with physicians among four types of caregivers: Manager, Partner, Carrier, and Lone. Method A cross-sectional online survey included the Family Communication Typology Tool, Communication Perceived Self-Efficacy Scale, the Caregiver Quality of Life-Revised Index, and the Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD-2) questionnaire. Results An online survey of 220 family caregivers currently caring for an adult family member revealed significant differences in communication self-efficacy among family caregiver communication types, revealing that Partner caregivers have the highest perceived communication self-efficacy, and that for some caregiver types, higher perceived communication self-efficacy is associated with certain quality of life dimensions. Significance of results Differences in communication self-efficacy with physicians among the four caregiver communication types (Manager, Partner, Carrier, and Lone) provide further evidence that the typology represents variance in caregiver communication abilities. Development of future medical curricula targeting communication skill training should include an overview of the typology and communication strategies as these may increase effective communication between physicians and caregivers.

Quality of life and burden in family caregivers of patients with advanced cancer in active treatment settings and hospice care: A comparative study

Death Studies ◽  
2016 ◽  
Vol 41 (5) ◽  
pp. 276-283 ◽  
Author(s):  
Roberta Spatuzzi ◽  
Maria Velia Giulietti ◽  
Marcello Ricciuti ◽  
Fabiana Merico ◽  
Cristina Meloni ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Comparative Study ◽  
Family Caregivers ◽  
Advanced Cancer ◽  
Active Treatment ◽  
Hospice Care ◽  
Treatment Settings

Self-Compassion and Quality of Life in Adults Who Stutter

2020 ◽  
Vol 29 (4) ◽  
pp. 2097-2108
Author(s):  
Robyn L. Croft ◽  
Courtney T. Byrd
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Social Connectedness ◽  
The Self ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Self Compassion ◽  
Adults Who Stutter ◽  
And Gender ◽  
Relationship Of ◽  
The Impact

Purpose The purpose of this study was to identify levels of self-compassion in adults who do and do not stutter and to determine whether self-compassion predicts the impact of stuttering on quality of life in adults who stutter. Method Participants included 140 adults who do and do not stutter matched for age and gender. All participants completed the Self-Compassion Scale. Adults who stutter also completed the Overall Assessment of the Speaker's Experience of Stuttering. Data were analyzed for self-compassion differences between and within adults who do and do not stutter and to predict self-compassion on quality of life in adults who stutter. Results Adults who do and do not stutter exhibited no significant differences in total self-compassion, regardless of participant gender. A simple linear regression of the total self-compassion score and total Overall Assessment of the Speaker's Experience of Stuttering score showed a significant, negative linear relationship of self-compassion predicting the impact of stuttering on quality of life. Conclusions Data suggest that higher levels of self-kindness, mindfulness, and social connectedness (i.e., self-compassion) are related to reduced negative reactions to stuttering, an increased participation in daily communication situations, and an improved overall quality of life. Future research should replicate current findings and identify moderators of the self-compassion–quality of life relationship.

Knowledge, Attitude, and Self-Efficacy in Asthma Self-Management and Quality of Life

2010 ◽  
pp. 1-6
Author(s):  
Carol A. Mancuso ◽  
Wendy Sayles ◽  
John P. Allegrante
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Self Efficacy ◽  
Self Management

Self-efficacy and quality of life among people with cardiovascular diseases: A meta-analysis.

2018 ◽  
Vol 63 (2) ◽  
pp. 295-312 ◽  
Author(s):  
Anna Banik ◽  
Ralf Schwarzer ◽  
Nina Knoll ◽  
Katarzyna Czekierda ◽  
Aleksandra Luszczynska
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Cardiovascular Diseases ◽  
Self Efficacy ◽  
Meta Analysis
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