scholarly journals The Satisfaction of Small Russian Cities’ Residents with the Quality of Their Lives: A Case Study of Perm Krai

2020 ◽  
pp. 110-115
Author(s):  
Nataliya V. Kulagina ◽  
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Life Satisfaction ◽  
Social Policy ◽  
Age Groups ◽  
General Level ◽  
Subjective Perception ◽  
Satisfaction Index ◽  
Perm Krai ◽  
Life Satisfaction Index

The problem of population satisfaction with the quality of life is considered. The subjective perception by a person of the quality of his life is an important internal factor that affects his social well-being, satisfaction with his position, prospects, and individual spheres of society. Improving the quality of life of the population is one of the primary tasks of the authorities. Therefore, the analysis of the population’s assessment of the quality of certain aspects of their lives is important for federal and local authorities to determine priority areas of social policy, develop strategies and work plans of state institutions of various departments, etc. The article presents the results of a comparative study of differences in the subjective perception of various indicators of quality of life and satisfaction with various areas of life of people of different age groups. N.V. Panina’s “Life Satisfaction Index”, I. Karler’s technique to study the degree of satisfaction with one’s functioning in various fields, the Russified version of “MOS SF-36” for assessing the quality of life were used as research tools. The study was conducted in the cities of the Upper Kama region (the north of Perm Krai). The sample size was 600 people. Respondents are representatives of three age groups. Men and women are in equal proportions. Group distribution was carried out on the basis of the age classification proposed by the Institute of Age Physiology of the Academy of Pedagogical Sciences of the USSR: adolescence (17- to 21-year-olds); maturity (middle age (36- to 55-year-olds); elderly age (56-to 75-year-olds). Groups were equalized in quantitative composition. It has been revealed that among the residents of small regional cities, regardless of age, the general level of satisfaction with the quality of life is at an average level, among older people there is a tendency to a lower level. Life satisfaction and quality of life indicators decline with age. There are no statistically significant differences in the general life satisfaction index for people of different age groups. However, some indicators of quality of life revealed significant differences. In each age group, there is a certain resource sphere of life, the successful functioning of which is the basis of satisfaction, stability, and success. It is a marital relationship for the elderly, a professional sphere for middle-aged people, a social sphere for young people. The data obtained can help to define the priorities of social policy in regions, can be used in the development of socially-oriented technologies and programs aimed at improving of the living conditions of people.

scholarly journals Duchenne muscular dystrophy: quality of life among 95 patients evaluated using the Life Satisfaction Index for Adolescents

2011 ◽  
Vol 69 (1) ◽  
pp. 19-22 ◽  
Author(s):  
Valdecir A. Simon ◽  
Maria Bernardete Dutra Resende ◽  
Margarete A.V.P. Simon ◽  
Edmar Zanoteli ◽  
Umbertina Conti Reed
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Life Satisfaction ◽  
Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy ◽  
Muscular Dystrophy ◽  
Age Groups ◽  
Good Alternative ◽  
Clinical Aspects ◽  
Satisfaction Index ◽  
Life Satisfaction Index

The purpose of this study was to evaluate the quality of life (QoL) of patients with Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD) in different stages of the disease, by means of the Life Satisfaction Index for Adolescents (LSI-A). The practicality of this scale was also verified. The LSI-A was applied four times to 95 patients with DMD who were undergoing steroid therapy, at three-month intervals. The patients were divided into four groups according to age. The results from the four applications and the inter and intra-examiner concordance were treated statistically. Comparing the different age groups, patients with DMD did not lose QoL, even with disease progression. We concluded that, in spite of the progressive course of the disease, the QoL in patients with DMD does not get worse. The use of a scale that embraces a great diversity of circumstances in patients' lives, without considering clinical aspects excessively, is a good alternative for assessing the QoL of these patients.

Life Satisfaction among Kidney Transplant Recipients: Demographic and Biological Factors

2002 ◽  
Vol 12 (4) ◽  
pp. 293-298 ◽  
Author(s):  
Bonnie Siegal ◽  
R. J. Halbert ◽  
M. J. McGuire
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Life Satisfaction ◽  
Kidney Transplant ◽  
Transplant Recipients ◽  
Biological Factors ◽  
Kidney Transplant Recipients ◽  
Satisfaction Index ◽  
Initial Survey ◽  
Life Satisfaction Index

Purpose The Transplant Learning Center is a program providing education and support for solid-organ transplant recipients taking cyclosporine (Neoral or Sandimmune). One goal of the program is to improve patients' quality of life, which may be influenced by demographic and biological factors, and in turn influences adherence to prescribed medication regimens. We analyzed the results from the initial survey of enrollees to better understand life satisfaction and to test the validity and reliability of the satisfaction scale used in the program. Method Patients enter the program through self-selection: all enrollees who received a kidney transplant were included in this analysis. Satisfaction was measured using the Life Satisfaction Index, which includes 8 questions about aspects of satisfaction with the patient's life. Associations between the Life Satisfaction Index and demographic factors, comorbid medical conditions, adverse effects of immunosuppressants, and medication compliance were examined. Results All 3676 kidney transplant recipients who completed the initial survey were included. Mean satisfaction scores were highest in persons who were older than 64 years, men, and those who were married. Satsifaction scores were positively correlated with education and income. Mean satisfaction score was significantly lower among persons with medical comorbidities, persons who reported that adverse effects of medications were more frequent, and persons who reported noncompliance with their medication regimen. Conclusion The Life Satisfaction Index is a transplant-specific measure of health-related quality of life that can be used to help detect areas of potential concern in the clinical management of kidney transplant recipients.

scholarly journals Translation and validation of the Life Satisfaction Index for Adolescents scale with neuromuscular disorders: LSI-A Brazil

2017 ◽  
Vol 75 (8) ◽  
pp. 553-562 ◽  
Author(s):  
Valdecir Antonio Simon ◽  
Edmar Zanoteli ◽  
Margarete Andreozzi Vaz Pereira Simon ◽  
Maria Bernadete Dutra de Resende ◽  
Umbertina Conti Reed
Keyword(s):  
Life Satisfaction ◽  
Muscular Dystrophy ◽  
Muscular Atrophy ◽  
Neuromuscular Disorders ◽  
Patient Version ◽  
Satisfaction Index ◽  
Assess Quality ◽  
Parent Version ◽  
Life Satisfaction Index

ABSTRACT Objective To validate the Life Satisfaction Index for Adolescents (LSI-A) scale, parent version and patient version, for Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD), spinal muscular atrophy (SMA) and limb-girdle muscular dystrophy (LGMD). Methods The parent version of the instrument was divided into Groups A, B, C and D; and the patient version, divided into B, C and D. For the statistical calculation, the following tests were used: Cronbach’s α, ICC, Pearson and the ROC Curve. Results The parent and patient versions of the instrument are presented, with the following results in the overall score, respectively: Cronbach’s α, 0.87 and 0.89; reliability, r 0.98 and 0.97; reproducibility, ICC 0.69 and 0.80; sensitivity, 0.78 and 0.72; specificity, 0.5 and 0.69; and accuracy, 64% and 70.4%. Conclusion According to the validity and reproducibility values, the LSI-A Brazil parent and patient versions, are clinically useful to assess quality of life in DMD, SMA or LGMD and may also be useful for other neuromuscular disorders.

Life Satisfaction of Parents of Adolescents with Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy: Validation of a New Instrument

1992 ◽  
Vol 12 (5) ◽  
pp. 296-312 ◽  
Author(s):  
Rebecca M. Renwick ◽  
Denise T. Reid
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Life Satisfaction ◽  
Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy ◽  
Muscular Dystrophy ◽  
Discriminant Validity ◽  
Generation Process ◽  
Satisfaction Index ◽  
Care Givers ◽  
New Instrument

Individuals with Duchenne muscular dystrophy typically experience some of the most severe physical effects of this chronic, progressive disorder during their teenage years. This can impact significantly on their quality of life, particularly because they are simultaneously grappling with the complex, identity-related developmental tasks associated with this stage in life. In turn, these circumstances are very likely to affect the quality of life of their parents, who are also usually their care givers. To date, no attempt has been made to actually measure the quality of life of these parents, perhaps due in part to the lack of instruments designed to do this. Accordingly, this paper outlines the conceptual basis, the item generation process, and the content validation of a new instrument, the Life Satisfaction Index for Parents (LSI-P), developed to assess one aspect of quality of life, namely, life satisfaction, in this population. The results of a study examining construct, concurrent, and discriminant validity and internal consistency of the LSI-P are also presented. Potential applications of the instrument and future directions for research are discussed.

Subjective Quality of Life in Old Age in Greece

2003 ◽  
Vol 8 (3) ◽  
pp. 178-191 ◽  
Author(s):  
Anastasia Efklides ◽  
Maria Kalaitzidou ◽  
Grace Chankin
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Life Satisfaction ◽  
Old Age ◽  
Age Factors ◽  
Health Condition ◽  
Subjective Quality ◽  
Subjective Perception ◽  
Subjective Quality Of Life ◽  
Greek City

Subjective quality of life can be defined in terms of life satisfaction (LS), subjective well-being (SWB), happiness, and morale. In our study, we investigated the effect of demographic, health, affective, and adaptation-to-old-age factors on the above attributes of subjective quality of life. The sample was comprised of 160 elderly of both genders, aged 63 to 100 years. Half of them lived in a Greek city and the rest came from a small town and nearby villages. Participants filled in questionnaires on (a) demographic information; (b) subjective perception of their health condition; (c) emotional state; (d) adaptation to old age; (e) Life Satisfaction Index A and B ( Neugarten, Havighurst, & Tobin, 1961 ). Pearson correlation and regression analyses showed that the effect of demographic and health factors was mediated by affect and adaptation-to-old-age factors. Positive affect contributed to all aspects of subjective quality of life, whereas negative affect was important for the determination of happiness and SWB. Particularly important for LS proved to be good adaptation to old age and generativity toward one's children, whereas self-control and efficacy, and downward social comparison for one's health condition contributed to morale. Having children had a significant contribution to happiness, morale, and LS but not to SWB. The results are discussed in terms of collectivist values of the Greek society.

scholarly journals Quality of life and proactive coping with stress in a group of middle adulthood women with type 2 diabetes

2016 ◽  
Vol 47 (3) ◽  
pp. 327-337 ◽  
Author(s):  
Dorota Kalka
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Type 2 Diabetes ◽  
Life Satisfaction ◽  
Coping Strategies ◽  
Chronically Ill ◽  
Proactive Coping ◽  
General Level ◽  
Middle Adulthood

Abstract In middle adulthood the intensity of stress is significantly higher than in the preceding developmental period. This stress is particularly significant in the case of chronically ill women, including those with type 2 diabetes. In this group, the disease-related stress intensifies the difficulties generated by the decrease of age-related organismic resources and in many instances impairs the quality of life. Therefore, an ability to cope with difficult situations is of crucial importance. The aim of the research was to estimate the general level of life-satisfaction, as well as the frequency and effectiveness of proactive coping strategies in a group of middle adulthood women with type 2 diabetes compared to women not suffering from diabetes. The study was conducted with methods which have acknowledged psychometric properties (SWLS, WHOQoL - BREF, PCI) as well as a survey collecting sociodemographic data. Women suffering from type 2 diabetes are less satisfied with their prior and current life, health and the physical dimension of their lives and environment. Only partially do they employ proactive coping strategies different from those used by the women from the healthy group. For life-satisfaction in its various aspects it is particularly important for the diabetic women to more often use the strategy of reflective coping and to less often seek emotional support while using the strategy of preventive coping or avoidance. The proactive strategies directed at anticipated stress are connected with the level of life-satisfaction and considered to be health resources.

scholarly journals Bright Line Eating: Efficacy Across Age in a Commercial Weight Loss Program Using a Food Addiction Model

2021 ◽  
Vol 5 (Supplement_2) ◽  
pp. 410-410
Author(s):  
Win Guan ◽  
Susan Thompson ◽  
Jeanne Hurlburt
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Weight Loss ◽  
Life Satisfaction ◽  
Energy Level ◽  
Food Addiction ◽  
Weight Maintenance ◽  
Age Groups ◽  
Boot Camp ◽  
Effect Of Age

Abstract Objectives As individuals age, they become more susceptible to developing weight-related obesity comorbidities–which makes weight loss and weight maintenance key issues in older age groups. Prior research on the efficacy of weight loss programs across age groups has yielded inconsistent results. The Bright Line Eating (BLE) program, which follows a food addiction model that emphasizes abstinence from added sugars and processed flours, has been shown to be effective for weight loss and weight maintenance. This study builds on that research to assess age-related differences in the efficacy of the BLE program. Methods Participants in this study (n = 4509; 93.9% white; 95.6% female; 29.6% overweight, 58.2% obese at baseline) attended an 8-week BLE Boot Camp program and completed pre- and post-program surveys that measured demographic characteristics, anthropometrics, and psychosocial factors. We used two-way ANOVA to assess the effect of age on % weight loss from baseline (%WL) while accounting for race, gender, and program adherence. Logistic regression was used to estimate the effect of age on improvement in quality of life, energy level, and life satisfaction. Results Participants experienced 6.5%WL (SD = 5.2) with no significant difference across age groups (F = 1.5, P = 0.15). After completing the BLE Boot Camp program, 54.3% reported improved quality of life, 46.6% reported higher energy levels, and 60.4% described increased life satisfaction. Percent weight loss was associated with improvements in all of psychosocial factors that we examined (z = 13.8, P < .000; z = 13.5, P < .000; z = 12.4, P < .000). Older study participants were more likely than younger to see an increase in energy level (z = 2.8, P = 0.01). Conclusions This evaluation of the BLE Boot Camp program demonstrated its success across all adult age groups. These results are particularly encouraging, given the need for feasible and scalable weight loss interventions that have been shown to be effective across all demographic groups. Funding Sources None to report.

Life Satisfaction Index

2005 ◽  
Author(s):  
John M. MacDonald ◽  
Alex R. Piquero ◽  
Robert F. Valois ◽  
Keith J. Zullig
Keyword(s):  
Life Satisfaction ◽  
Satisfaction Index ◽  
Life Satisfaction Index

A Futures Study on the Quality Of Life from the Point Of View of Iranian Youth

2017 ◽  
Vol 14 (2) ◽  
pp. 1
Author(s):  
Sina Saeedy ◽  
Mojtaba Amiri ◽  
Mohammad Mahdi Zolfagharzadeh ◽  
Mohammad Rahim Eyvazi
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Life Satisfaction ◽  
Mixed Model ◽  
Satisfaction With Life ◽  
Point Of View ◽  
Human Society ◽  
Futures Studies ◽  
The Social ◽  
The University

Quality of life and satisfaction with life as tightly interconnected concepts have become of much importance in the urbanism era. No doubt, it is one of the most important goals of every human society to enhance a citizen’s quality of life and to increase their satisfaction with life. However, there are many signs which demonstrate the low level of life satisfaction of Iranian citizens especially among the youth. Thus, considering the temporal concept of life satisfaction, this research aims to make a futures study in this field. Therefore, using a mixed model and employing research methods from futures studies, life satisfaction among the students of the University of Tehran were measured and their views on this subject investigated. Both quantitative and qualitative data were analysed together in order to test the hypotheses and to address the research questions on the youth discontentment with quality of life. Findings showed that the level of life satisfaction among students is relatively low and their image of the future is not positive and not optimistic. These views were elicited and discussed in the social, economic, political, environmental and technological perspectives. Keywords:  futures studies, quality of life, satisfaction with life, youth

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