scholarly journals Analysing the Expert Judgment of a Rehabilitation Counsellor: A Case Study

2010 ◽  
Vol 16 (2) ◽  
pp. 73-84 ◽  
Author(s):  
James A. Athanasou ◽  
Esther Kaufmann
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Expert Judgment ◽  
Self Esteem ◽  
Living Conditions ◽  
Daily Activities ◽  
Financial Resources ◽  
Personal Relations ◽  
Properties Of Information

AbstractThis case study analysed the expert judgments of a rehabilitation counsellor. The counsellor was given 37 accident victims' self-ratings of health, energy, daily activities, self-esteem, personal relations, financial resources and living conditions. The accident victims also rated their own overall quality of life as poor or good. The expert was required to make judgments about whether the quality of life was poor or good in each case and matched the ratings of the accident victims in 64.8% of cases. The results suggest that under conditions of uncertainty and complexity an expert may be more accurate than chance but still fail to use the properties of information to their maximum advantage.

scholarly journals Orthodontic Treatment by Compensation of a Skeletal Class III Associated with Mandibular Laterognathy: Aesthetic Challenge and Therapeutic Occlusion

2021 ◽  
Vol 8 ◽  
Author(s):  
Laila Elhajoubi ◽  
Intissar Elidrissi ◽  
Asmae Bahoum ◽  
Fatima Zaoui ◽  
Mohammed Faouzi Azaroual
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Orthodontic Treatment ◽  
Self Esteem ◽  
Class Iii ◽  
Skeletal Class ◽  
Skeletal Malocclusion ◽  
Maxillary Premolars ◽  
Therapeutic Occlusion

Introduction: This case report describes compensatory orthodontic treatment in a young patient aged 13 years. She presented with a class III skeletal malocclusion associated with mandibular laterognathy. The patient's main reason for consultation was the anterior cross bite and the aesthetics of her smile.Materials and Methods: The chosen treatment was therefore an orthodontic camouflage with the extraction of the first mandibular premolars and the second maxillary premolars, in order to catch a correct anterior articular and restore a good occlusal relationship, however, the mandibular laterognathy was camouflaged by means of dental compensations and also by correcting the deviation of the incisors medians through a class III mechanics with good anchorage management.Results: After 24 months of treatment, an ideal overjet and overbite associated with a Class I canine and molar relationship, was obtained, associated with a perfect coincidence of the interincisor medians.Conclusion: Class III skeletal cases can often be treated either by orthodontic camouflage or surgery. In our case study, the treatment adopted was orthodontic camouflage with extractions. The results of the treatment were satisfactory and the occlusal objectives were achieved. The final harmonious smile pleased the patient and improved her self-esteem and quality of life.

scholarly journals The impact of the livelihoods and income fortification and socio-civic transformation project on the quality of life, wellbeing, self-esteem, and quality of neighbourhood social environment among the youth in slum areas of in Kampala, Uganda

2020 ◽  
Vol 20 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Andre M. N. Renzaho ◽  
Daniel Doh ◽  
Rashidul A. Mahumud ◽  
Moses Galukande ◽  
Joseph K. Kamara
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Young People ◽  
Social Environment ◽  
Self Esteem ◽  
Living Conditions ◽  
Psychological Wellbeing ◽  
Point Increase ◽  
The Impact ◽  
Slum Areas

Abstract Background Various interventions to improve the quality of life (QoL) among slum dwellers across sub Saharan Africa have been implemented. However, the interventions impacts remain less understood. We assessed the impact of the Urban Program on Livelihoods and Income Fortification and Socio-civic Transformation (UPLIFT) project on QoL, psychological wellbeing, self-esteem, and the quality of neighbourhood social environment of young people aged 13–25 years in slum areas of Makindye and Nakawa Divisions in Kampala, Uganda. Methods The study was designed as a mixed method evaluation using repeated cross-sectional survey and grounded theory in both the intervention and comparison communities. The intervention effect was estimated using the difference-in-differences Kernel propensity-score matching technique, with bootstrapping. The “rcs” option was used given that data were from repeated cross-sectional surveys. A thematic analysis was adopted for the qualitative data to triangulate and complement the quantitative data. Results The UPLIFT project led to an improvement in QoL, psychological wellbeing, and self-esteem of young people. In terms of QoL, the project led to a six-percentage point increase in quality of living conditions scores (where higher scores reflect better living conditions; lower ones, worse living conditions). However, a negative effect was observed for personal independence whilst the project did not have any impact on social relations. In terms of self-esteem and psychological wellbeing, the project led to a 4.6-point increase in self-esteem scores, a 5.4-point increase in self-acceptance scores, a 5.3- point increase in purpose in life scores, a 5.7 - point increase in personal growth, and a 10.7-point increase in autonomy scores. However, the project had a negative effect on personal independence; and had no impact on environmental mastery and the quality of neighbourhood social environment. Conclusion Functional community-owned assets accumulation and capacity building initiatives for young people in slum areas improved their psychological wellbeing and quality of life. However, such initiatives do not appear to address social relationships and personal independence of young people in slum areas.

scholarly journals A DANÇA COMO INSTRUMENTO DE EMPODERAMENTO FEMININO APLICADA EM MULHERES PARTICIPANTES DA ASSOCIAÇÃO FAMÍLIA PELA VIDA-AFAVI, DA CIDADE DO CAPÃO DO LEÃO-RS

2019 ◽  
pp. 1-10
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Self Esteem ◽  
Social Emotional ◽  
Neighborhood Association ◽  
The Social ◽  
Qualitative Nature ◽  
The City ◽  
South Zone

The dance has been increasingly sought as a practice of alternative physical activity to improve the quality of life and valorization of self-esteem among other benefits. This work is a study conducted in a neighborhood association in the city of Capão do Leão-RS. The aim of this study was to investigate the benefits of dance related to quality of life, relating the empowerment of women when practicing dance. The research is of a qualitative nature, with a bibliographical character using a questionnaire as an instrument. The methodology of the case study conducted in the Associação Família Pela Vida (AFAVI) founded more than two years ago, is located in the city of Capão do Leão-RS, in the neighborhood Jardim América in the South zone of the state. In this space are provided activities for the community in general, among which we highlight the dance classes (rhythms) with a class of 22 women, these classes have the purpose of socialization, quality of life and integralization. According to the results it is concluded that these activities can really influence in the lives of these women valuing the social, emotional side and fighting the sedentarism in their daily life.

scholarly journals Assessment of quality of life of ASHA workers using WHOQoL-BREF questionnaire

2017 ◽  
Vol 4 (6) ◽  
pp. 2060 ◽  
Author(s):  
Asha Bullappa ◽  
Prakash Kengnal
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Self Esteem ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Vital Role ◽  
Financial Resources ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Social Domain ◽  
The Mean

Background: ASHA represents a vital role in the strategy of NRHM. There is scarcity of information on quality of life and factors influencing it on ASHA workers. The assessment of quality of life in this group may help to better understand and develop an insight for measures that can be improved in their lives. The objective of the study was to assess the quality of life among ASHA workers of Mangalore and Udupi taluk, Karnataka. Methods: This is a questionnaire based, cross sectional study conducted for a period of 3 months (June 2015 - Aug 2015) on ASHA workers of Mangalore and Udupi Taluk, Karnataka. Local language Kannada version of WHO QoL BREF questionnaire consisting of 26 questions was used. Results: The mean age of ASHA workers across the study group was 42.40 years. With respect to perception of QoL and health, around 60% felt their quality of life (QoL) was good and health was satisfactory. Maximum and minimum mean scores was observed for self-esteem and financial resources respectively. Among the various domains of QoL, the ASHA workers had higher mean score in social domain, followed by physical, psychological and environmental. Conclusions: The ASHA workers had higher mean score in social domain, followed by physical, psychological and environmental. 

Rehabilitation Judgments With Incomplete Information: A Case Study

2011 ◽  
Vol 17 (2) ◽  
pp. 89-95 ◽  
Author(s):  
James A Athanasou
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Daily Activities ◽  
Judgment Accuracy ◽  
Accident Victim ◽  
Increase In Accuracy ◽  
Test Retest Reliability ◽  
Better Than ◽  
Everyday Living

AbstractThis case study outlines the accuracy of a rehabilitation counsellor in judgments of the quality of life of actual cases comprising accident victims. Up to seven cues of information relating to health, energy, daily activities, self, personal relations, money and living conditions were provided to the counsellor. He/she had to decide whether the clients considered their own quality of life to be poor or good. The counsellor was consistent in his/her judgments (test–retest reliability = .79). The counsellor was accurate in 60% of cases, but this is only marginally better than an automatic decision that every accident victim is dissatisfied with his/her quality of life. The judgment accuracy was suboptimal. It was influenced by a reliance (93%) on satisfaction with personal relationships, whereas basic issues such as money for everyday living were more important in predicting quality of life. It did not appear that increasing the amount of information led to an increase in accuracy. The correlation between accuracy and the number of cues was very low (-.160).

COLOUR & LIGHT DESIGN: AMBIENCE AS AN ANSWER TO THE PROBLEMS OF A HEALTHY COLLECTIVE HOUSING.

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
L. Caumon ◽  
G. Zissis ◽  
C. Caumon ◽  
E. Bécheras ◽  
C. Infantes
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Daily Activities ◽  
Visual Environment ◽  
Global Pandemic ◽  
The Subject ◽  
Collective Housing ◽  
The Right ◽  
Analysis Protocol

For several months now, the global pandemic that we are experiencing has highlighted that the quality of the habitat has a proven impact on our quality of life. In this context, it becomes fundamental to take into account the needs of each individual. The aim of this study is to show the benefits of designing the right atmosphere for the place and the needs of all inhabitants. Designing the ambience of a space leads us to anticipate the environment that will influence the subject who lives there. The design of the colour and light atmosphere contributes to improving the quality of life by ensuring a certain comfort in their daily activities. Through a case study, we will present an analysis protocol to examine a visual environment. The data collected will allow designers to move towards a more sensitive and adapted design of lighting and colour applied to collective housing.

Misophonia: An Evidence-Based Case Report

2020 ◽  
Vol 29 (4) ◽  
pp. 685-690
Author(s):  
C. S. Vanaja ◽  
Miriam Soni Abigail
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Case Report ◽  
Case History ◽  
Pure Tone ◽  
Physiological Responses ◽  
Evidence Based ◽  
Management Option ◽  
Pure Tone Audiogram

Purpose Misophonia is a sound tolerance disorder condition in certain sounds that trigger intense emotional or physiological responses. While some persons may experience misophonia, a few patients suffer from misophonia. However, there is a dearth of literature on audiological assessment and management of persons with misophonia. The purpose of this report is to discuss the assessment of misophonia and highlight the management option that helped a patient with misophonia. Method A case study of a 26-year-old woman with the complaint of decreased tolerance to specific sounds affecting quality of life is reported. Audiological assessment differentiated misophonia from hyperacusis. Management included retraining counseling as well as desensitization and habituation therapy based on the principles described by P. J. Jastreboff and Jastreboff (2014). A misophonia questionnaire was administered at regular intervals to monitor the effectiveness of therapy. Results A detailed case history and audiological evaluations including pure-tone audiogram and Johnson Hyperacusis Index revealed the presence of misophonia. The patient benefitted from intervention, and the scores of the misophonia questionnaire indicated a decrease in the severity of the problem. Conclusions It is important to differentially diagnose misophonia and hyperacusis in persons with sound tolerance disorders. Retraining counseling as well as desensitization and habituation therapy can help patients who suffer from misophonia.

Chronic Refractory Cough: A Case Study

2017 ◽  
Vol 2 (3) ◽  
pp. 57-62
Author(s):  
Anna Maria Siciliano
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Adult Female ◽  
Chronic Cough ◽  
Treatment Regime ◽  
Speech Language Pathology ◽  
Old Adult ◽  
Language Pathology

This paper presents a successful behavioral case study in treatment of chronic refractory cough in a 60-year-old adult female. The efficacy for speech-language pathology treating chronic cough is discussed along with description of treatment regime. Discussion focuses on therapy approaches used and the patient's report of changes in quality of life and frequency, duration, and severity reduction of her cough after treatment.

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