Sex and gender considerations in transplantation research: protocol for a scoping review

Brief alcohol interventions are an effective strategy for reducing harmful and risky alcohol use and misuse. Many effective brief alcohol interventions include information and advice about an individual’s alcohol use, changing their use, and assistance in developing strategies and goals to help reduce their use. Emerging research suggests that brief interventions can also be expanded to address multiple health outcomes; recognizing that the flexible nature of these approaches can be helpful in tailoring information to specific population groups. This scoping review synthesizes evidence on the inclusion of sex and gender in brief alcohol interventions on college campuses, highlighting available evidence on gender responsiveness in these interventions. Furthermore, this scoping review offers strategies on how brief alcohol interventions can be gender transformative, thereby enhancing the effectiveness of brief alcohol interventions as harm reduction and prevention strategies, and in promoting gender equity.

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A Scoping Review of Literature on Sex and Gender Differences Among Dementia Spousal Caregivers

The Gerontologist ◽

10.1093/geront/gny177 ◽

2019 ◽

Vol 59 (6) ◽

pp. e802-e815 ◽

Cited By ~ 4

Author(s):

Ifah Arbel ◽

Kathleen S Bingham ◽

Deirdre R Dawson

Keyword(s):

Gender Differences ◽

Scoping Review ◽

Policy Development ◽

Empirical Studies ◽

Spousal Caregivers ◽

Future Research ◽

Sex And Gender ◽

Cross Sectional ◽

And Gender ◽

Sex And Gender Differences

Abstract Background and Objectives Sex and gender differences among dementia spousal caregivers have been investigated, but never systematically reviewed or synthesized. A synthesis of findings can help facilitate specificity in practice and in health policy development. As a first step towards such a synthesis, this scoping review reports the available evidence, identifies research gaps, and suggests possible directions for future research. Research Design and Methods A scoping review methodology was used to identify articles, and to chart and analyze data. Systematic searches for published, empirical studies, with an explicit goal or hypothesis related to sex or gender differences were conducted in seven databases. Results Sixty-one studies met inclusion criteria. Most (n = 45) were quantitative, cross-sectional studies. Caregivers included in the studies were generally 61–70 years old, Caucasian, middle-class, and highly educated. The most extensively investigated differences are: depression, burden, objective physical health, and informal supports. Discussion and Implications This scoping review is the first to summarize and critique the research on sex and gender differences that are specific to dementia spousal caregivers. The review can be used by researchers to make decisions regarding future systematic reviews and primary studies. To further strengthen the evidence base, future studies may benefit from including more caregivers of ethnic minorities, using more qualitative, longitudinal, or experimental designs, and focusing on variables needed to inform caregiving models and theories. Overall, this scoping review contributes to furthering gender-sensitive practices and policies that are better tailored to the specific needs of this population.

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Sex and Gender Differences in Occupational Hazard Exposures: a Scoping Review of the Recent Literature

Current Environmental Health Reports ◽

10.1007/s40572-021-00330-8 ◽

2021 ◽

Author(s):

A. Biswas ◽

S. Harbin ◽

E. Irvin ◽

H. Johnston ◽

M. Begum ◽

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Keyword(s):

Gender Differences ◽

Scoping Review ◽

Recent Literature ◽

Sex And Gender ◽

Occupational Hazard ◽

And Gender ◽

Sex And Gender Differences

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Sex and gender-based analysis in pharmacy practice research: A scoping review

Research in Social and Administrative Pharmacy ◽

10.1016/j.sapharm.2016.11.007 ◽

2017 ◽

Vol 13 (6) ◽

pp. 1045-1054 ◽

Cited By ~ 5

Author(s):

Lisa McCarthy ◽

Emily Milne ◽

Nancy Waite ◽

Martin Cooke ◽

Katie Cook ◽

...

Keyword(s):

Scoping Review ◽

Pharmacy Practice ◽

Practice Research ◽

Sex And Gender ◽

Pharmacy Practice Research ◽

Gender Based ◽

And Gender

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Sex and gender differences in quality of life and related domains for individuals with adult acquired lower-limb amputation: a scoping review

Disability and Rehabilitation ◽

10.1080/09638288.2021.1974106 ◽

2021 ◽

pp. 1-27

Author(s):

Stephanie R. Cimino ◽

Abirami Vijayakumar ◽

Crystal MacKay ◽

Amanda L. Mayo ◽

Sander L. Hitzig ◽

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Keyword(s):

Quality Of Life ◽

Gender Differences ◽

Scoping Review ◽

Lower Limb ◽

Lower Limb Amputation ◽

Limb Amputation ◽

Sex And Gender ◽

And Gender ◽

Sex And Gender Differences

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Physical health of autistic girls and women: a scoping review

Molecular Autism ◽

10.1186/s13229-020-00380-z ◽

2020 ◽

Vol 11 (1) ◽

Author(s):

Caroline Kassee ◽

Stephanie Babinski ◽

Ami Tint ◽

Yona Lunsky ◽

Hilary K. Brown ◽

...

Keyword(s):

Physical Health ◽

Scoping Review ◽

Clinical Care ◽

Health Conditions ◽

Future Research ◽

Sex And Gender ◽

And Gender ◽

Gender Influences ◽

Mental And Physical Health ◽

Substantial Heterogeneity

Abstract Background There is a growing recognition of sex and gender influences in autism. Increasingly, studies include comparisons between sexes or genders, but few have focused on clarifying the characteristics of autistic girls’/women’s physical health. Methods A scoping review was conducted to determine what is currently known about the physical health of autistic girls/women. We screened 1112 unique articles, with 40 studies meeting the inclusion criteria. We used a convergent iterative process to synthesize this content into broad thematic areas. Results Autistic girls/women experience more overall physical health challenges compared to non-autistic girls/women and to autistic boys/men. Emerging evidence suggests increased prevalence of epilepsy in autistic girls/women compared to non-autistic girls/women and to autistic boys/men. The literature also suggests increased endocrine and reproductive health conditions in autistic girls/women compared to non-autistic girls/women. Findings regarding gastrointestinal, metabolic, nutritional, and immune-related conditions are preliminary and inconsistent. Limitations The literature has substantial heterogeneity in how physical health conditions were assessed and reported. Further, our explicit focus on physical health may have constrained the ability to examine interactions between mental and physical health. The widely differing research aims and methodologies make it difficult to reach definitive conclusions. Nevertheless, in keeping with the goals of a scoping review, we were able to identify key themes to guide future research. Conclusions The emerging literature suggests that autistic girls/women have heightened rates of physical health challenges compared to non-autistic girls/women and to autistic boys/men. Clinicians should seek to provide holistic care that includes a focus on physical health and develop a women’s health lens when providing clinical care to autistic girls/women.

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Sex and Gender in Research on Healthcare Workers in Conflict Settings: A Scoping Review

International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health ◽

10.3390/ijerph17124331 ◽

2020 ◽

Vol 17 (12) ◽

pp. 4331

Author(s):

Rima R. Habib ◽

Dana A. Halwani ◽

Diana Mikati ◽

Layal Hneiny

Keyword(s):

Occupational Health ◽

Health Outcomes ◽

Scoping Review ◽

Healthcare Workers ◽

Healthcare Providers ◽

Sex And Gender ◽

Conflict Zones ◽

Health Literature ◽

Conflict Settings ◽

And Gender

The occupational health literature has established that sex and gender are associated with all dimensions of the workplace. Sex and/or gender (sex/gender) factors play an important role in shaping the experiences, exposures, and health outcomes of male and female healthcare providers working in war and conflict settings. This study aims to (1) assess how sex/gender is considered in the occupational health literature on healthcare workers in conflict settings, and (2) identify the gaps in incorporating sex/gender concepts in this literature. A scoping review was carried out and nine electronic databases were searched using a comprehensive search strategy. Two reviewers screened the titles/abstracts and full-texts of the studies using specific inclusion and exclusion criteria. Key information was extracted from the studies and four themes were identified. Of 7679 identified records, 47 were included for final review. The findings underlined the harsh working conditions of healthcare workers practicing in conflict zones and showed sex/gender similarities and differences in experiences, exposures and health outcomes. This review revealed a dearth of articles with adequate consideration of sex/gender in the study design. Sex/gender-sensitive research in occupational health is necessary to develop effective occupational health and safety policies to protect men and women healthcare workers in conflict settings.

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The integration of sex and gender considerations in health policymaking: a scoping review

International Journal for Equity in Health ◽

10.1186/s12939-021-01411-8 ◽

2021 ◽

Vol 20 (1) ◽

Author(s):

Allison Williams ◽

Joonsoo Sean Lyeo ◽

Sophie Geffros ◽

Alexander Mouriopoulos

Keyword(s):

Scoping Review ◽

Policy Development ◽

Grey Literature ◽

Future Research ◽

Sex And Gender ◽

Gender Diverse ◽

Policy Development Process ◽

Future Research Directions ◽

And Gender ◽

Health Policymaking

AbstractWhile the terms ‘sex’ and ‘gender’ represent distinct concepts, their influence may intersect as important determinants of health. Despite their influence in shaping individual health outcomes, there is often inaccuracy and inconsistency in the degree to which sex and gender considerations are integrated in the health policymaking process. This primary aim of this paper is to fill the gap in the current understanding of how sex and gender considerations are integrated in this process. A scoping review methodology was used with the objective of assessing the extent to which sex and gender were considered inclusively and comprehensively in established examples of health policy planning and development. One hundred seventy-five documents from the academic and grey literature were found to meet the inclusion criteria for this scoping review. The authors charted the data from these publications, assessing the ways in which sex and gender were incorporated in their policy development process. Five key findings were ascertained from this review: (1) the terms sex and gender are often used interchangeably; (2) the terms sex and gender are often used with a limited and binary scope; (3) the most inclusive and comprehensive documents included transgender and gender diverse populations; (4) there are significant variations in the degree of inclusivity and comprehensivity of these documents based on geographic distribution; and (5) documents published within the last 5 years were more inclusive than older documents. This paper concludes with an acknowledgment of the limitations of the study design, a summary of the findings, future research directions, and implications for policymakers.

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