Professionals’ views on working in the field of domestic violence and abuse during the first wave of COVID-19: a qualitative study in the Netherlands

Abstract Background The COVID-19 pandemic and lockdown evoked great worries among professionals in the field of domestic violence and abuse (DVA) as they expected a rise of the phenomenon. While many countries reported increased DVA, the Netherlands did not. To understand this discrepancy and the overall impact of the lockdown on DVA support services, we interviewed DVA professionals about their experiences with DVA during the rise of COVID-19, the impact of the lockdown on clients and working conditions, and views on eHealth and online tools. Methods Semi-structured interviews were conducted among 16 DVA professionals with various specializations. This data was analyzed using open thematic coding and content analysis. Results Most professionals did not see an increase in DVA reports but they did notice more severe violence. They experienced less opportunities to detect DVA and worried about their clients’ wellbeing and the quality of (online) care. Furthermore, their working conditions rapidly changed, with working from home and online, and they expressed frustration, insecurity and loneliness. Professionals feel eHealth and online tools are not always suitable but they do see them as an opportunity to increase reach and maintain services when physical contact is not possible. Conclusion This study suggests DVA was probably under-detected during the lockdown rather than not having increased. The Dutch system heavily relies on professionals to detect and report DVA, suggesting a need for critical evaluation of the accessibility of professional help. Professionals experienced significant challenges and should themselves be supported psychologically and in their changed work practices to maintain their ability to aid survivors.

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Exploring the Impact of Technology-Facilitated Abuse and Its Relationship with Domestic Violence: A Qualitative Study on Experts’ Perceptions

Global Qualitative Nursing Research ◽

10.1177/23333936211028176 ◽

2021 ◽

Vol 8 ◽

pp. 233339362110281

Author(s):

Renee Fiolet ◽

Cynthia Brown ◽

Molly Wellington ◽

Karen Bentley ◽

Kelsey Hegarty

Keyword(s):

Domestic Violence ◽

Service Providers ◽

Structured Interviews ◽

Specialist Service ◽

Data Coding ◽

Integral Role ◽

Impact Of Technology ◽

The Impact ◽

The Relationship ◽

Inductive Thematic Analysis

Technology-facilitated abuse can be a serious form of domestic violence. Little is known about the relationship between technology-facilitated abuse and other types of domestic violence, or the impact technology-facilitated abuse has on survivors. The aim of this interpretative descriptive study is to understand domestic violence specialist service providers’ perspectives on the impact of technology-facilitated abuse, and the link between technology-facilitated abuse and other forms of domestic violence. A qualitative approach using 15 semi-structured interviews were undertaken with Australian domestic violence specialist practitioners, and three themes were identified through data coding using inductive thematic analysis. Another form of control describes technology-facilitated abuse behaviors as enacting controlling behaviors using new mediums. Amplifies level of fear characterizes the impact of technology-facilitated abuse. A powerful tool to engage others describes opportunities technology offers perpetrators to abuse through engaging others. Findings highlight technology-facilitated abuse’s complexity and integral role in domestic violence and can assist clinicians to understand the impact and harm that can result from technology-facilitated abuse.

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Exploring the impact of austerity-driven policy reforms on the quality of the long-term care provision for older people in Belgium and the Netherlands

Journal of Aging Studies ◽

10.1016/j.jaging.2016.05.003 ◽

2016 ◽

Vol 38 ◽

pp. 92-104 ◽

Cited By ~ 12

Author(s):

David Janssen ◽

Wesley Jongen ◽

Peter Schröder-Bäck

Keyword(s):

The Netherlands ◽

Older People ◽

Long Term Care ◽

Care Provision ◽

Policy Reforms ◽

Term Care ◽

The Impact

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The Impact of Privatization on Minority Faith Prison Chaplains in Canada

Journal of Pastoral Care & Counseling Advancing theory and professional practice through scholarly and reflective publications ◽

10.1177/15423050211032124 ◽

2021 ◽

Vol 75 (3) ◽

pp. 199-206

Author(s):

Adar Abdulkadir ◽

Ibrahim J. Long

Keyword(s):

Spiritual Care ◽

Correctional Facilities ◽

Correctional Institutions ◽

Structured Interviews ◽

Federal Prison ◽

For Profit ◽

Major Shift ◽

Prison Chaplains ◽

The Impact

Canadian federal prison chaplaincy underwent a major shift in 2013 when the provision of its services was privatized and outsourced to a single for-profit company. This article presents a summary of the experiences and concerns expressed by minority faith chaplains serving in federal correctional institutions following privatization. It is based on ten in-depth, semi-structured interviews with minority faith prison chaplains. The results show that minority faith federal prison chaplains are concerned about increased levels of bureaucratization that have compromised the quality of spiritual care available to prisoners, reductions in resources for chaplains, and increased levels of emotional exhaustion and frustration among themselves and fellow minority faith chaplains serving in Canadian correctional facilities.

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Impact of Periodontal Disease on the Quality of Life of Older People in Indonesia: A Qualitative Study

JDR Clinical & Translational Research ◽

10.1177/23800844211041911 ◽

2021 ◽

pp. 238008442110419

Author(s):

M. Hijryana ◽

M. MacDougall ◽

N. Ariani ◽

L.S. Kusdhany ◽

A.W.G. Walls

Keyword(s):

Quality Of Life ◽

Oral Health ◽

Environmental Factors ◽

Periodontal Disease ◽

Older People ◽

Structured Interviews ◽

Research Perspective ◽

The Impact ◽

People’S Perceptions

Introduction: The impact of periodontal disease on oral health–related quality of life (OHRQoL) has often been investigated from a quantitative research perspective, which is based on clinical findings and an OHRQoL questionnaire. Very few studies have examined the issue from the view of qualitative research. To our knowledge, there have been no previous qualitative studies focusing the effect of periodontal disease on OHRQoL in Indonesian older people. Objectives: To explore and understand the impact of periodontal disease on the OHRQoL of older people as a subjective reflection in relation to periodontal disease experiences. Methods: Semi-structured interviews were conducted in a sample of 31 older people with generalized chronic periodontitis. Thematic analysis was used to identify the key issues in participants’ accounts. The analysis was undertaken by 2 independent coders to ensure reliability. To achieve thematic saturation, successive interviews were undertaken until 5 sequential interviews did not bring new themes. Results: Participants reported the negative effects likely related to periodontal disease. The impacts of periodontal disease were described by these older people as affecting more than pain, physical discomfort, and physical function restrictions. Periodontal disease also affected their psychological and social aspects of daily living. In addition, this study identified themes related to individual and environmental factors that may modify and personalize periodontal disease experiences. Furthermore, this study identified a misleading belief that problems related to periodontal disease were a normal part of aging, which might influence individuals’ expectations toward oral health. Relatedly, participants frequently reported that the progression of tooth mobility to tooth loss was an inevitable part of the aging process. Conclusions: Periodontal disease negatively affected participants’ OHRQoL. It is fundamental to understand older people’s perceptions toward their periodontal disease as well as individual and environmental factors that may have an influence on their periodontal disease experiences. Knowledge Transfer Statement: This study is a reflection of Indonesian older people’s subjective periodontal disease experiences. Therefore, the present study can be used to understand older people’s perceptions, attitudes, behaviors, and experiences toward periodontal disease and how this disease may affect their quality of life. This study also highlights a widespread and misleading belief that oral problems related to periodontal disease are an inevitable part of aging in this study population.

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ISO 9001 and ISO/IEC 17025

International Journal of Quality & Reliability Management ◽

10.1108/ijqrm-03-2014-0032 ◽

2017 ◽

Vol 34 (3) ◽

pp. 406-417 ◽

Cited By ~ 3

Author(s):

José Barradas ◽

Paulo Sampaio

Keyword(s):

Measuring Equipment ◽

Iso 9001 ◽

Structured Interviews ◽

Quality Management Systems ◽

Content Type ◽

Customer Perception ◽

Accredited Laboratories ◽

The Impact ◽

Level Of Importance

Purpose According to the ISO 9001 standard, all the certified companies should calibrate their measuring equipment. By doing so, companies can guarantee, with rigor and quality, its measurement and use reliable data for monitoring the quality of their products. However, a metrology laboratory is not required to have an ISO 9001 certification or ISO/IEC 17025 accreditation. At this moment, there are companies with their quality management systems certified according to the ISO 9001 standard which have metrology laboratories to make internal checks of their measuring equipment. On the other hand, there are companies with ISO/IEC 17025-accredited laboratories. Finally, there are companies that have their QMS certified according to ISO 9001 and also their metrology laboratory accredited by ISO/IEC 17025. In this case the metrology laboratory must comply with the requirements of both standards. Thus, the purpose of this paper is to analyze the level of importance of the ISO 9001 and ISO/IEC 17025 standards from the perspective of a metrology laboratory. Design/methodology/approach The research methodology used to conduct this research was supported in case studies that had been carried out in nine metrology laboratories. The information was gathered based on semi-structured interviews. Findings After an analysis and discussion over the data obtained, the authors verified that the impact on customer perception is significantly positive, if the metrology laboratory is simultaneous certified and accredited. Originality/value From the laboratories perspective, the issue analyzed in this paper is of the utmost importance and the aim is to give the contribution in order to clarify this kind of organizations of which could be the best option for their context.

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Domestic violence policies in the Netherlands: A regime of deficiency

Anthropological Theory ◽

10.1177/1463499620958857 ◽

2020 ◽

pp. 146349962095885

Author(s):

Arne Mellaard ◽

Toon van Meijl

Keyword(s):

Domestic Violence ◽

The Netherlands ◽

Violence Against Women ◽

Technical Problem ◽

Current Approach ◽

The Past ◽

Policy Interventions ◽

Poor Women ◽

The Status ◽

The Impact

In a number of countries, domestic violence is represented as a governable phenomenon that is amenable to policy interventions. Over the past 40 years in the Netherlands, however, this approach has not resulted in a reduction of domestic violence. Yet new policy strategies continue to be designed to improve existing interventions. In this article, we focus on a Dutch policy measure that aims to detect early signals of violence and abuse. We argue that this strategy, by approaching domestic violence as a technical problem, fails to take into account structural and symbolic violence. As a consequence, the impact of domestic violence policies on women, particularly poor women, and especially women with a migration background, is to intensify their difficulties. Moreover, these policies deploy a technology that shapes the subjectivity of professionals engaged in protection practices, while maintaining the status quo of inequality and violence against women. The connection between these two flaws of domestic violence policies leads us to claim that the current approach is constituted as a regime of deficiency.

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“We have a ticking time bomb”: a qualitative exploration of the impact of canine epilepsy on dog owners living in England

BMC Veterinary Research ◽

10.1186/s12917-020-02669-w ◽

2020 ◽

Vol 16 (1) ◽

Author(s):

Amy E. Pergande ◽

Zoe Belshaw ◽

Holger A. Volk ◽

Rowena M. A. Packer

Keyword(s):

Quality Of Life ◽

Lifestyle Changes ◽

Idiopathic Epilepsy ◽

Clinical Aspects ◽

Structured Interviews ◽

Online Groups ◽

Additional Support ◽

Almost All ◽

The Impact

Abstract Background Idiopathic epilepsy is a common neurological condition in dogs. Previous research has focused on clinical aspects of seizure management in dogs with idiopathic epilepsy with little attention given to the emotional and logistical challenges for their owners. The current study aimed to explore the impacts of owning a dog with idiopathic epilepsy on owner quality of life and lifestyle, using qualitative methods. Methods Owners of dogs with idiopathic epilepsy living in England were recruited via social media and word of mouth, and then selected using purposive sampling to participate in face-to-face semi-structured interviews. Epilepsy management was explored through in-depth accounts of owner experiences and influencing factors. Interviews were recorded and transcribed verbatim and thematic analysis was used to construct key themes. Results Twenty-one interviews were completed. Almost all owners had made lifestyle changes in order to care for their dog, including substantial modifications to routines and, in some cases, employment. Many owners discussed a very emotionally close dog-owner bond, and described experiencing frequent feelings of fear, stress and uncertainty regarding their dog’s health. Friends, family and colleagues did not always understand the magnitude of commitment required to care for a dog with idiopathic epilepsy. This, combined with a fear of leaving their dog unsupervised, had social implications in some instances and lead to increased use of the Internet and online groups for peer support. Conclusions The commitment required to care for a dog with idiopathic epilepsy, and the lifestyle changes made by their owners, may be far greater than previously estimated. Further consideration of these factors by veterinary professionals and the friends and families of owners of dogs with idiopathic epilepsy could improve owner quality of life, and facilitate the provision of additional support.

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Critical evaluation of self-rated quality of life in mild cognitive impairment and Alzheimer’s disease — Further evidence for the impact of anosognosia and global cognitive impairment

The journal of nutrition health & aging ◽

10.1007/s12603-009-0063-4 ◽

2009 ◽

Vol 13 (3) ◽

pp. 226-230 ◽

Cited By ~ 41

Author(s):

Martin Berwig ◽

H. Leicht ◽

H. J. Gertz

Keyword(s):

Quality Of Life ◽

Alzheimer’S Disease ◽

Alzheimer's Disease ◽

Cognitive Impairment ◽

Mild Cognitive Impairment ◽

Critical Evaluation ◽

The Impact

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Factors Related to Oral Health-Related Quality of Life of Independent Brazilian Elderly

International Journal of Dentistry ◽

10.1155/2013/705047 ◽

2013 ◽

Vol 2013 ◽

pp. 1-8 ◽

Cited By ~ 24

Author(s):

Karla Giovana Bavaresco Ulinski ◽

Mariele Andrade do Nascimento ◽

Arinilson Moreira Chaves Lima ◽

Ana Raquel Benetti ◽

Regina Célia Poli-Frederico ◽

...

Keyword(s):

Quality Of Life ◽

Oral Health ◽

Negative Impact ◽

Female Gender ◽

Lower Class ◽

Structured Interviews ◽

Cross Sectional ◽

Posterior Teeth ◽

The Impact

The aim of this cross-sectional study was to assess the factors associated with the impact of oral health on the quality of life in a sample of 504 Brazilian independent elderly. Data collection included oral examinations and structured interviews. The simplified form of the Oral Health Impact Profile (OHIP-14) was used to measure OHRQoL. Information on sociodemographic characteristics, use of dental services, and subjective measures of health was collected. Poisson regression within a hierarchical model was used to data analyses. The following variables were associated with a negative impact on OHRQoL: female gender (PR = 1.40; CI 95%: 1.11–1.77); lower class (PR = 1.58; CI 95%: 1.13–2.20); up to 3 occluding pairs of posterior teeth (PR = 1.88; CI 95%: 1.13–3.14); at least one untreated caries (PR = 1.28; CI 95%: 1.06–1.54); curative reasons for the last dental appointment (PR = 1.52; CI 95%: 1.15–2.00); poor self-perception of oral health (PR = 2.49; CI 95%: 1.92–3.24); and poor perception of dental care provided (PR = 1.34; CI 95%: 1.12–1.59). The younger elderly also noticed this negative impact. These findings showed that the clinical, sociodemographic, and subjective factors evaluated exerted a negative impact on OHRQoL in elderly people. Health authorities must address all these factors when planning interventions on oral health for this population.

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