scholarly journals Feasibility Testing a Family-Level Intervention to Prevent Risky Sex Behaviors Among Middle School–Age Latinas

2017 ◽  
Vol 29 (2) ◽  
pp. 131-138
Author(s):  
Robin Bartlett ◽  
Thomas P. McCoy ◽  
Allyson Kelley ◽  
Emily R. Beamon ◽  
Tara Holmes ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Middle School ◽  
Risky Sex ◽  
School Age ◽  
Post Intervention ◽  
Design Data ◽  
Family Level ◽  
Sex Behaviors ◽  
Post Test ◽  
Latina Girls

Purpose: In this article, we report a pilot study that tested the feasibility and initial efficacy of a culturally, linguistically, and developmentally tailored risky sex prevention intervention for middle school–age Latinas and their mothers. Design: We used a one-group pre-test, post-test, and 3-month post-intervention follow-up design. Data were collected at three points on aspects of the girls’ communication, beliefs, and behaviors. Results: Promising results included improvements in girl’s self-efficacy regarding condom communication and condom consistent use, and in mother–teen sexual risk communication. There were also trends in demonstration of fewer risky sex behaviors. Discussion: These findings suggest that the “Latina–Girls Empowered through Mind and Mission” (L-GEMM) intervention for young Latinas and their mothers is feasible and warrants further testing. Implications: Nurses are uniquely positioned to deliver risky sex preventive interventions to young Latinas. Including mothers and tailoring interventions to build on cultural strengths are important for success.

scholarly journals Grandparent Resilience: Improving Self-Efficacy in Grandparents Raising Grandchildren

2020 ◽  
Vol 4 (Supplement_1) ◽  
pp. 510-510
Author(s):  
Aimee Fox ◽  
Nathaniel Riggs ◽  
Loriena Yancura ◽  
Christine Fruhauf
Keyword(s):  
Self Efficacy ◽  
Emotional Health ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Individual Variability ◽  
Health Issues ◽  
Grandparents Raising Grandchildren ◽  
Post Intervention ◽  
Paired Samples ◽  
Post Test

Abstract Grandparents often protect against childhood trauma and promote resilience through their nurturance, love, and support when raising grandchildren. Despite the beneficial role grandparents have on their grandchildren, grandparents may experience challenges of their own, including physical, mental, and emotional health issues, lack of resources, and social isolation. Few interventions exist to help grandparents successfully adapt to the challenges they face as primary parenting figures. The purpose of this study was to test preliminary efficacy of a strengths-based intervention for grandparents raising grandchildren aimed at increasing self-care behaviors, managing emotions, and connecting to community resources. Grandparents (N = 137) providing primary care to grandchildren were recruited to participate in a single-group, pre- and post-test design, 6-week intervention. Self-efficacy was assessed at baseline, post-intervention, and at a 6-month follow-up. To evaluate who the intervention might be most beneficial for, grandparents’ service knowledge, perceived support from others, and length of care provided, measured at baseline, were analyzed for moderating effects. Results of paired-samples t-tests reveal significant increases in self-efficacy (p = .013) from baseline to post-test, which were maintained at the 6-month follow-up (p = .010). Hierarchical multiple regression showed interaction effects of the hypothesized moderators were not significant, indicating improvements in self-efficacy regardless of individual variability at baseline. As demonstrated, interventions can be effective at increasing self-efficacy in grandparents raising grandchildren and strengths-based approaches have the potential to provide universal benefits to grandparents, thus improving functioning in grandfamilies and promoting the health and well-being of grandparents and their grandchildren.

scholarly journals Peningkatan Kebahagiaan Lansia dengan Pelatihan Relaksasi Dzikir di Rumah Pelayanan Sosial Lanjut Usia Terlantar Budhi Dharma

2019 ◽  
Vol 3 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Nadia Dwi Karisna ◽  
Pihasniwati Pihasniwati
Keyword(s):  
Social Services ◽  
Relaxation Training ◽  
Test Design ◽  
Religious Activities ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Design Data ◽  
Friedman's Test ◽  
Post Test ◽  
Religious Factor

Elderly happiness can be influenced by the religious factor. Participation in religious activities is also an important factor to improve elderly happiness. The aim of this research is to investigate the effect of Dzikir Relaxation Training to increase happiness at derelict elderly social services home Budhi Dharma Yogyakarta. The hypothesis of this research is Dzikir Relaxation Training can increase elder happiness at derelict elderly social services home Budhi Dharma Yogyakarta. The participants of this research were 10 elders who are 61-86 years old and have low until a medium score of happiness. This research uses one group pre-test post-test design. Data were collected using the Likert scale made by the researchers. The intervention consists of three sessions with 60 minutes for every session. Data were analyzed by Friedman’s technique through SPSS (version). Data analysis shows score Chi-square 15.80 (p<0.0001), it is indicated the dzikir relaxation training to improve elderly happiness.      Kebahagiaan lansia salah satunya dapat dipengaruhi oleh faktor agama. Partisipasi dalam kegiatan keagamaan juga menjadi faktor penting untuk meningkatkan kebahagiaan lanjut usia (lansia). Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui pengaruh relaksasi dzikir dalam meningkatkan kebahagiaan lansia di Rumah Pelayanan Sosial Lanjut Usia Terlantar (RPSLUT) Budhi Dharma Yogyakarta. Hipotesis penelitian ini adalah pelatihan relaksasi dzikir mampu meningkatkan kebahagiaan lansia di Rumah Pelayanan Sosial Lanjut Usia Terlantar Budhi Dharma Yogyakarta. Partisipan dalam penelitian ini adalah 10 orang lanjut usia yang berusia antara 61-86 tahun dan memiliki skor kebahagiaan dalam tingkat sedang hingga rendah. Desain penelitian yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini adalah one group pre-test post-test. Pengumpulan data dalam penelitian ini menggunakan skala likert yang disusun oleh peneliti. Intervensi dalam penelitian ini terdiri dari tiga sesi dengan waktu 60 menit setiap sesinya. Analisis data penelitian menggunakan teknik Friedman’s test untuk menguji perbedaan skor antara pre-test, post-tes dan follow up. Hasil analisis menunjukkan skor Chi-square sebesar 15.80 (p<.0001) mengindikasikan bahwa pelatihan relaksasi dzikir terbukti dapat meningkatkan kebahagiaan lansia.

scholarly journals Robot-assisted gait training to reduce pusher behavior

Neurology ◽  
2018 ◽  
Vol 91 (14) ◽  
pp. e1319-e1327 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jeannine Bergmann ◽  
Carmen Krewer ◽  
Klaus Jahn ◽  
Friedemann Müller
Keyword(s):  
Controlled Trial ◽  
Intervention Group ◽  
Gait Training ◽  
Class Ii ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Robot Assisted ◽  
Post Intervention ◽  
Subacute Stroke ◽  
Post Test

ObjectiveTo determine the effects of 2 weeks of intensive robot-assisted gait training (RAGT) on pusher behavior compared to nonrobotic physiotherapy (nR-PT).MethodsIn a single-blind, randomized, controlled trial with 2 parallel arms, we compared 2 weeks of daily RAGT (intervention group) with the same amount of nR-PT (control group). Patients with subacute stroke who had pusher behavior according to the Scale for Contraversive Pushing (SCP) were included. The primary research questions were whether changes in pusher behavior would differ between groups post intervention, and at a follow-up 2 weeks afterward (SCP and Burke Lateropulsion Scale, Class II evidence). Secondary outcomes included the Performance-Oriented Mobility Assessment, the Functional Ambulation Classification, and the Subjective Visual Vertical.ResultsThirty-eight patients were randomized. Thereof, 30 patients received the allocated intervention and were included in the analyses. RAGT led to a larger reduction of pusher behavior than nR-PT at post test (SCP: U = 69.00, r = −0.33, p = 0.037; Burke Lateropulsion Scale: U = 47.500, r = −0.50, p = 0.003) and at follow-up (SCP: U = 54.00, r = −0.44, p = 0.008). Pusher behavior had ceased in 6 of 15 participants in the intervention group and 1 of 15 participants in the control group at post test. At follow-up, 9 of 15 and 5 of 15 participants, respectively, no longer exhibited the behavior.ConclusionsTwo weeks of RAGT seems to persistently reduce pusher behavior, possibly by recalibrating the disturbed inner reference of verticality. The potential benefits of RAGT on pusher behavior and verticality perception require further investigation.Trial registrationGerman Clinical Trials Register (registration number: DRKS00003444).Classification of evidenceThis study provides Class II evidence that RAGT is beneficial to reduce pusher behavior in patients with stroke.

scholarly journals Investigating Modality, Redundancy and Signaling Principles with Abstract and Concrete Representation

2020 ◽  
Vol 8 (2) ◽  
pp. 131
Author(s):  
Ekrem Kutbay ◽  
Yavuz Akpınar
Keyword(s):  
Middle School ◽  
Cognitive Theory ◽  
Multimedia Learning ◽  
Modality Effect ◽  
School Students ◽  
Design Data ◽  
School Settings ◽  
Science Scores ◽  
Post Test ◽  
Quasi Experimental

This study explored the effects of modality, redundancy, and signaling principles in multimedia learning with abstract and concrete representations of an animation on learning in real middle school settings. Based on these principles of the cognitive theory of multimedia learning, ten types of treatment conditions were tested with a pre-test and post-test quasi-experimental design. Data were collected from a large sample (n=826) sample of children with low prior electricity knowledge. Analyses showed that all treatments helped students to develop knowledge of the topic to some extent. However, while the modality effect holds true for middle school students’ studying electricity units with a multimedia instruction in real school settings, the signaling and redundancy principles do not hold true. The study also investigated interactions among prior science scores, prior knowledge about the topic, and multimedia treatments. Findings were discussed in relation to similar studies reported in the literature. Finally, the study raised a set of further research questions in the last section.

scholarly journals Improving Youth Financial Literacy: A Profile of Middle School Camp Attendees

2021 ◽  
Vol 59 (Autumn 2021) ◽  
Author(s):  
Jamie Lynn Byram ◽  
John Grable ◽  
Kenneth White ◽  
Michael Thomas ◽  
Kimberly Watkins
Keyword(s):  
Middle School ◽  
Young People ◽  
Goal Setting ◽  
Real World ◽  
Financial Literacy ◽  
Service Providers ◽  
Financial Service ◽  
School Age ◽  
Post Test ◽  
Residential Camp

The purpose of this paper is to present a profile of middle-school-age youth who participated in a week- long experiential residential camp focused on helping campers learn about and interact with money, personal finance topics, and mainstream financial service providers. Based on pre- and post-test data, it was determined an experiential real-world camp experience can increase the financial confidence and goal-setting abilities of young people.

scholarly journals Prevention of Depressive Symptoms and Promotion of Well-being in Adolescents: A Randomized Controlled Trial of the Smile Program

2019 ◽  
Vol 35 (2) ◽  
pp. 300-313
Author(s):  
Óscar Sánchez-Hernández ◽  
Francisco X. Méndez ◽  
Manuel Ato ◽  
Judy Garber
Keyword(s):  
Depressive Symptoms ◽  
Controlled Trial ◽  
Intervention Group ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Behavioral Approach ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Post Intervention ◽  
Post Test ◽  
Intervention Condition

This study addressed the development and evaluation of the Smile Program whose main objective was the prevention of depression and the promotion of well-being in adolescents. The program is based on interventions that have been shown to be efficacious (a cognitive-behavioral approach). Participants were 89 adolescents (mean age = 13.88 years; SD = 0.95) recruited from a sample of 1212 students from seven schools. Results showed a significant reduction in self-reported depressive symptoms in the intervention group (n= 51) as compared to youth in the control group (n= 38). Based on parents’ report (n=56), youth in the intervention group had significantly better self-esteem at post-test as compared to youth in the control group. At four months post intervention, youth in the intervention group had higher psychological well-being than those in the control group; at the 8-month follow-up, youth in the intervention condition reported better family self-concept.

scholarly journals Effectiveness of a Brief Group Intervention Program for Young Adults with Gaming-Related Problems

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Niko Männikkö ◽  
Terhi Mustonen ◽  
Niina Tanner ◽  
Hannu Vähänikkilä ◽  
Maria Kääriäinen
Keyword(s):  
Young Adults ◽  
Group Intervention ◽  
Leisure Activities ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Subjective Well Being ◽  
Gaming Disorder ◽  
Post Intervention ◽  
Everyday Functioning ◽  
Post Test

AbstractExcessive digital gaming can have unfavorable effects on gamers’ well-being and everyday functioning. The aims of this study were to investigate the effects of a novel group intervention “Limitless Gaming Bootcamp” on (i) gaming disorder (GD) tendencies, (ii) the amount of time spent on leisure activities, and (iii) subjective well-being among Finnish young adults, and to determine the persistence of the intervention’s influence over time. A one-group pre- and post-test design with no control group was used. Thirty-seven participants were enrolled in the study. The inclusion criteria were being between the ages of 18 and 29; self-reported excessive gaming; a willingness to get support in monitoring one’s gaming behaviour; and a fluency in Finnish. Participants completed a 10-session group intervention designed to enhance conscious gaming behavior and well-being. Baseline, post-test, and six month follow-up measurements were conducted to gather data. Variables measured included background variables, gaming disorder tendencies (Problematic Online Gaming Questionnaire, POGQ), self-reported time spent on various leisure activities, and subjective well-being (Short Form of the Clinical Outcomes in Routine Evaluation Outcome Measure, CORE-SF/A). The time spent on gaming decreased from pre- to post-intervention measurement and further to the six month follow-up, and participants exhibited less severe GD symptoms during the post-intervention phase and six months after the intervention. Gradual improvements in subjective well-being were also observed. The group intervention was found to be particularly effective at reducing the severity of GD symptoms.

scholarly journals Pelatihan Perilaku Respek, Empati dan Asertif Melalui Metode Role Play untuk Mencegah Bullying Di Sekolah Menengah Pertama

2020 ◽  
Vol 3 (1) ◽  
pp. 40
Author(s):  
Ella Faridati Zen ◽  
Muslihati Muslihati ◽  
Diniy Hidayaturrahman ◽  
Widya Multisari
Keyword(s):  
Middle School ◽  
Role Play ◽  
Role Playing ◽  
Behavioral Training ◽  
Post Test ◽  
Assertive Behavior ◽  
Behavior Based

This activity aims to test the effectiveness of respect, empathy and assertive behavioral training through the role play method as an effort to prevent bullying in Al Furqon Jombang Middle School. The dedication method used is the role playing technique that is tested for success with one group pretest-posttest design. The target of devotion is 28 students of class VII Al Furqon Jombang Middle School. The result is a change in respect for behavior based on an increase in the value of the post test from the pre test value after being treated with training with role playing techniques. Empathy and assertive behavior do not change significantly after training. So there is a need for follow-up through improvements to the development of guidelines. Kegiatan ini bertujuan untuk menguji efektivitas pelatihan perilaku respek, empati dan asertif melalui metode role play sebagai upaya pencegahan bullying di SMP Al Furqon Jombang. Metode pengabdian yang digunakan adalah teknik role playing yang diuji keberhasilannya dengan  one group pretest-posttest design. Sasaran pengabdian yakni 28 siswa kelas VII SMP Al Furqon Jombang. Hasilnya terdapat perubahan pada perilaku respek berdasarkan peningkatan nilai pos tes dari nilai pre tes setelah diberikan perlakuan dengan pelatihan dengan teknik role playing. Perilaku empati dan asertif tidak mengalami perubahan nilai yang signifikan setelah pelatihan. Sehingga perlu adanya tindaklanjut melalui perbaikan pada pengembangan panduan.

scholarly journals EFEKTIVITAS TERAPI EMPATI UNTUK MENURUNKAN PERILAKU BULLYING PADA ANAK USIA SEKOLAH DASAR

JURNAL PETIK ◽  
2018 ◽  
Vol 3 (2) ◽  
pp. 1
Author(s):  
Adinar Fatimatuzzahro ◽  
Miftahun Nimah Suseno ◽  
Bpk Irwanto
Keyword(s):  
Elementary School ◽  
Data Analysis ◽  
Primary School ◽  
P Value ◽  
School Age ◽  
Post Test ◽  
Bullying Behavior ◽  
Primary School Age ◽  
Behavioral Checklist

This study aims to determine theeffectiveness of therapy in reducing bullyingbehavior empathy in primary school age childrenand to tackle issues of bullying behavior since basiceducation (elementary school) with empathytherapy. Subjects in this study were four studentsaged 10-12 years and had a propensity scorebullying of moderate to high. The design was onegroup pre - test- post-test. Collecting data in thisstudy was conducted using a scale of bullyingbehavior tendency with behavioral checklist modelprepared by the researcher. Data analysis methodsused by using techniques Wilcoxon Signed RankTest to test for differences in the data score pre test,post test and post test2 (follow up). Results of theanalysis score pre test-post test showed p value of0.001 and post test2 (follow up) p value of 0.002. Itcan be concluded that the therapy empathy iseffective in reducing the empathy bullying behaviorin children of primary school age

Reducing transphobia: comparing the efficacy of direct and indirect contact

2019 ◽  
Vol 51 (7/8) ◽  
pp. 445-460
Author(s):  
Nitya Rani ◽  
Anand A. Samuel
Keyword(s):  
Direct Contact ◽  
Negative Impact ◽  
Relative Effectiveness ◽  
Post Intervention ◽  
Indirect Contact ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Post Test ◽  
Significant Negative Impact ◽  
The Impact

Purpose The transgender community faces prejudice and stigma and is one of the most ostracised groups in society. One of the ways to reduce prejudice is through intergroup contact. This may be achieved through direct or indirect contact. The purpose of this paper is to compare the impact of direct and indirect contact on reducing transphobia. Design/methodology/approach Direct contact was achieved through a transgender speaker panel and indirect contact involved a video presentation. In total, 159 students enroled in undergraduate courses at a prominent university in India were enlisted for this study. Perceptions regarding transgenders were measured using the genderism and transphobia scale. Perceptions were measured at three different time points – before the contact, immediately after the contact and one month post contact. Findings Results indicate that both direct and indirect contact cause a significant immediate decrease in transphobia at the post intervention stage. However, only direct contact caused significant reduction at the follow-up stage (one month after the intervention). Direct contact also effected a greater reduction in transphobia than indirect contact. Research limitations/implications This study extends previous research that shows that speaker panels involving sexual minority speakers can result in reducing stigma (e.g. Croteau and Kusek, 1992). The present study shows that such speaker panels can also be useful for reducing stigma against transgender individuals. Another important outcome of this study is the relative effectiveness of direct contact in reducing transphobia compared to indirect contact. Direct contact resulted in greater reduction in transphobia both at the post-test and follow-up stages compared to indirect contact. Practical implications The results of this study may benefit HR practitioners and policy makers in designing workplace initiatives and policies in creating an inclusive workplace. This study shows that meaningful interaction with transgenders would be a key step in reducing stigmatisation. Since direct contact is rarely expensive or time consuming, it can be a valuable tool to improve the integration of transgender individuals within society. Therefore, students and employees may be encouraged to interact with transgender individuals through panel discussions and workshops. Indirect contact may be used as a preliminary intervention in certain cases where direct contact may be difficult to organise. Social implications The stigma faced by transgender individuals has a significant negative impact on their quality of life (Grant et al., 2014; Reisner and Juntunen, 2015). It is, therefore, necessary to recognise and reduce prejudice against transgenders at both the college and school levels as well as in work organisations. Educators and managers have a significant role to play in this societal change. This study shows that stigma reduction can be achieved in a fairly simple way through contact theory. Originality/value This study is one of the first to investigate Indian students’ perceptions of transgenders. It improves on earlier studies using similar interventions in two main ways. First, this study includes a follow-up assessment, which was not performed in most studies. Second, random assignment of participants to one of two conditions improves the reliability of the findings.

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