scholarly journals Swedish Translation and Validation of the Pediatric Insomnia Severity Index

2019 ◽  
Author(s):  
Charlotte Angelhoff ◽  
Peter Johansson ◽  
Erland Svensson ◽  
Anna Lena Sundell
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Structural Equation ◽  
Sleep Onset ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Severity Index ◽  
Swedish Version ◽  
Insomnia Severity Index ◽  
Pediatric Insomnia ◽  
Insomnia Severity

Abstract Background: To increase health and well-being in young children, it is important to acknowledge and promote the child’s sleep behaviour. However, there is a lack of brief, validated sleep screening instruments for children. The aim of this study was to present a Swedish version of the Pediatric Insomnia Severity Index (PISI), analyse the structure, test the validity and reliability of the instrument. Methods: The English version of the PISI was translated into Swedish, translated back into English, and agreed upon before use. Parents of healthy 3- to 10-year-old children filled out the Swedish version of the PISI and the generic health-related quality of life instrument KIDSCREEN-27 two times. Exploratory and confirmatory factor analyses for baseline and test-retest, structural equation modelling, and correlations between the PISI and KIDSCREEN-27 were performed Results: In total, 160 parents filled out baseline questionnaires (test), whereof 100 parents (63%) filled out the follow-up questionnaires (retest). Confirmative factor analysis of the PISI found two correlated factors: sleep onset problems (SOP) and sleep maintenance problems (SMP). The PISI had substantial construct and test-retest reliability. The PISI factors influenced all KIDSCREEN-27 dimensions. Conclusions: The Swedish version of the PISI is applicable for screening sleep problems and is a useful aid in dialogues with families about sleep. It is also relevant in research and for evaluation of treatment. Keywords: Child; Child, Preschool; Health Promotion; Sleep; Translations; Pediatrics; Validation Studies; Quality of Life

scholarly journals Sleep in post-COVID-19 recovery period and its impact on different domains of quality of life

2021 ◽  
Vol 57 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Samir El Sayed ◽  
Sarah Gomaa ◽  
Doaa Shokry ◽  
Ahmed Kabil ◽  
Ahmed Eissa
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Sleep Quality ◽  
Quality Index ◽  
Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index ◽  
Sleep Problems ◽  
Recovery Period ◽  
Severity Index ◽  
Insomnia Severity Index ◽  
Insomnia Severity

Abstract Background COVID-19 pandemic became a global health problem affecting the life of millions of people all over the world. The effects of this pandemic were not only on the physical and medical aspects but also on the psychological issues including anxiety disorders, depressive manifestations, sleep problems and others. Sleep disorders were very commonly reported during the novel Coronavirus-19 pandemic either in the acute phase of COVID-19 infection or after recovery. These sleep problems might have a drastic burden on the recovered patients’ life. This study aimed to investigate the sleep in the post-Coronavirus-19 period and if has an impact on the different items of patients’ quality of life. This cross-sectional observational study investigated the sleep problems in 500 patients in the post recovery period using Insomnia Severity Index and Pittsburgh sleep quality index (PSQI), their relation to this critical period and their impact on different domains of Quality of Life which was assessed by the SF36 Health Survey. Results Socio-demographic characteristics of 500 post-Coronavirus-19 patients were collected; the insomnia severity index and Pittsburgh sleep quality index evaluated the sleep pattern. The quality of life was investigated using Short Form 36 scale. The study revealed high scores of insomnia severity index (13.01 ± 4.9), Pittsburgh sleep quality index (15.37 ± 4.43), also high scores of different items of scale of quality of life in the studied group. Conclusion Post-COVID-19 sleep disturbances were commonly reported in the recovery period, also these sleep deficits had an impact on the physical and mental aspects of quality of life, so these sleep problems must be managed properly especially in this critical pandemic era.

scholarly journals Swedish Translation and Validation of the Pediatric Insomnia Severity Index

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Charlotte Angelhoff ◽  
Peter Johansson ◽  
Erland Svensson ◽  
Anna Lena Sundell
Keyword(s):  
Factor Structure ◽  
Structural Equation ◽  
Sleep Problems ◽  
Sleep Onset ◽  
Reliability And Validity ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Severity Index ◽  
Healthy Children ◽  
Swedish Version ◽  
Confirmatory Factor Analyses

Abstract Background: To increase health and well-being in young children, it is important to acknowledge and promote the child’s sleep behaviour. However, there is a lack of brief, validated sleep screening instruments for children. The aims of the study were to (1) present a Swedish translation of the PISI, (2) examine the factor structure of the Swedish version of PISI, and test the reliability and validity of the PISI factor structure in a sample of healthy children in Sweden. Methods: The English version of the PISI was translated into Swedish, translated back into English, and agreed upon before use. Parents of healthy 3- to 10-year-old children filled out the Swedish version of the PISI and the generic health-related quality of life instrument KIDSCREEN-27 two times. Exploratory and confirmatory factor analyses for baseline and test-retest, structural equation modelling, and correlations between the PISI and KIDSCREEN-27 were performed Results: In total, 160 parents filled out baseline questionnaires (test), whereof 100 parents (63%) filled out the follow-up questionnaires (retest). Confirmative factor analysis of the PISI found two correlated factors: sleep onset problems (SOP) and sleep maintenance problems (SMP). The PISI had substantial construct and test-retest reliability. The PISI factors were related to all KIDSCREEN-27 dimensions.Conclusions: The Swedish version of the PISI is applicable for screening sleep problems and is a useful aid in dialogues with families about sleep.

scholarly journals INSOMNIA CORRECTION WITH SYNTHETIC MELATONIN IN PATIENTS WITH RHEUMATOID ARTHRITIS

2020 ◽  
pp. 8-18
Author(s):  
L.N. Gumenyuk ◽  
E.V. Sarchuk ◽  
N.A. Androshchuk
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Rheumatoid Arthritis ◽  
Visual Analog Scale ◽  
Severity Index ◽  
Life Assessment ◽  
Analog Scale ◽  
Insomnia Severity Index ◽  
Sf 36 ◽  
Insomnia Severity

One of the features of rheumatoid arthritis, as a multiple-factor disease, is the presence of somnological disorders. The aim of the paper is to study the efficacy of synthetic melatonin in insomnia correction and melatonin effect on clinical parameters and quality of life in patients with rheumatoid arthritis. Materials and Methods. The study involved 89 patients, aged 18–45 years old with verified rheumatoid arthritis. The authors used a questionnaire technique to identify subjective sleep quality, the Insomnia Severity Index; Ritchie index, Visual analog scale; TSQM1.4; MOS SF-36. Results. The use of synthetic melatonin for insomnia correction in patients with rheumatoid arthritis improves the basic sleep characteristics. The most pronounced changes were observed in the following parameters “quality of sleep”, “duration of sleep” and “frequency of nocturnal awakenings”; positive dynamics of the Ritchie index: reduction of morning stiffness, severity of articular and algetic index. High values of treatment persistence can be considered as significant results of the study. In the course of treatment, there was a significant improvement in the indicators of psycho-emotional status, vitality and algia impact on daily activities. There was a tendency towards a decrease in the quality of life assessment due to the reversed insomnia 30 days after the end of therapy. Conclusion. The use of synthetic melatonin in patients with rheumatoid arthritis improves the basic sleeping characteristics, indirectly affects the basic clinical manifestations of the underlying disease and improves the quality of life. At the same time, the therapeutic effect is short-term: the results of dynamic monitoring of the quality of life 30 days after the end of therapy indicated a decrease in both mental and physical components, which was caused by the reversed insomnia and, as a consequence, a general deterioration in the somatic and mental state. Keywords: rheumatoid arthritis, insomnia, synthetic melatonin, treatment. Одной из особенностей ревматоидного артрита как полифакторного с точки зрения характера клинических проявлений заболевания является наличие сомнологических нарушений. Цель – изучение эффективности синтетического мелатонина в коррекции инсомнии и его влияния на клинические показатели и качество жизни больных ревматоидным артритом. Материалы и методы. В исследовании приняли участие 89 больных в возрасте от 18 до 45 лет c верифицированным ревматоидным артритом. В работе использовали анкетную методику выявления субъективных характеристик сна, опросник Insomnia Severity Index; индекс Ричи, Visual analog scale; опросник TSQM1.4; MOS SF-36. Результаты. Применение синтетического мелатонина для коррекции инсомнии у больных ревматоидным артритом позволяет улучшить основные характеристики сна. Наиболее выраженные изменения наблюдались по параметрам «качество сна», «продолжительность сна» и «частота ночных пробуждений»; по показателям индекса Ричи (сокращение продолжительности утренней скованности, выраженности суставного и алгического индекса). Значимым результатом исследования можно считать высокие значения приверженности терапии. На фоне лечения достоверно улучшились показатели психоэмоционального статуса, жизненной активности и влияния алгии на повседневную деятельность. Через 30 дней после завершения терапии регистрировалась тенденция к снижению оценки качества жизни, обусловленному реверсированием инсомнии. Выводы. Применение синтетического мелатонина у больных ревматоидным артритом позволяет улучшить основные характеристики сна, опосредованно влияет на базовые клинические проявления основного заболевания и способствует повышению уровня качества жизни. В то же время терапевтический эффект является краткосрочным: результаты динамического мониторинга качества жизни спустя 30 дней после завершения терапии свидетельствовали о снижении как психического, так и физического компонента, что преимущественно было обусловлено реверсированием инсомнии и, как следствие, общим ухудшением сомато-психического состояния. Ключевые слова: ревматоидный артрит, инсомния, синтетический мелатонин, лечение.

scholarly journals The Effect of the Acculturation of Chinese Immigrants on Tourist Satisfaction and Quality of Life

2021 ◽  
Vol 13 (4) ◽  
pp. 1770
Author(s):  
Taeyoung Cho ◽  
Taesoo Cho ◽  
Hao Zhang
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Cultural Change ◽  
Cultural Adaptation ◽  
Structural Equation ◽  
Chinese Immigrants ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Equation Model ◽  
Subjective Well Being ◽  
Tourist Satisfaction

Given the rapidly increasing number of foreign nationals migrating to Korea, this study investigates the relationship between cultural adaptation, tourist satisfaction, and quality of life among Chinese immigrants in Korea. A questionnaire survey was conducted among 344 Chinese immigrants in Korea who visited Gyeongju, where Korean World Heritage sites and modern tourist facilities coexist. A structural equation model was used to verify the hypothesis and indicated that cultural assimilation and cultural separation had a significant effect on tourist satisfaction, whereas cultural integration and cultural change did not have any statistically significant effect on tourist satisfaction. Additionally, tourist satisfaction had a significant effect on quality of life (in terms of subjective well-being and psychological well-being). The results of this study can function as a reference for improving Chinese immigrants’ cultural adaptation, tourist satisfaction, and quality of life.

The Influence of Attending Festivals with Children on Family Quality of Life, Subjective Well-Being, and Event Experience

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Yi Liu ◽  
Jason Draper
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Family Relationships ◽  
Structural Equation ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Equation Modeling ◽  
Family Quality Of Life ◽  
Subjective Well Being ◽  
Family Activity ◽  
The Relationship

Participants attending a festival(s) with children is a family activity that influences family relationships. This study examines the relationship between attending status (e.g., with or without children), event experience, subjective well-being, and family quality of life (FQOL). A total of 585 festival participants’ data analyzed by structural equation modeling (SEM) revealed that participants attending with children have a higher level of subjective well-being and FQOL compared to those without children. Participants attending with children have a higher level of cognitive engagement and experience novelty in festivals compared to those without children. Event experience results in a significant positive relationship with subjective well-being. This study expands current event literature in terms of FQOL and provides a practical guideline to event organizers to better understand the significance of festivals.

scholarly journals 0514 Efficacy of a Forehead-Cooling Device for Treating Insomnia in Veterans

SLEEP ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 43 (Supplement_1) ◽  
pp. A197-A197
Author(s):  
E Nofzinger
Keyword(s):  
Prospective Study ◽  
Large Scale ◽  
Prospective Trial ◽  
Sleep Onset ◽  
Severity Index ◽  
Post Treatment ◽  
Cooling Device ◽  
Insomnia Severity Index ◽  
Before And After ◽  
Insomnia Severity

Abstract Introduction In 2 independent studies, we explored whether a forehead-cooling device was effective in improving insomnia in veterans. Methods Both studies were uncontrolled and exploratory in nature. The first study involved 20 veterans who expressed interest in using the forehead-cooling device and received 4 weeks treatment. The second study involved 19 veterans who were recruited via media to participate in a 4-week study and were compensated for their participation. All participants completed questionnaires before and after treatment. Results In the retrospective analysis, veterans had improvements over baseline in insomnia severity index (M ± SD =17.6 ± 4.7 pre- vs 6.9 ± 3.5 post-treatment, t(19) = -9.4, p<0.00001), in sleep latency (M ± SD = 61.7 ± 49.1 minutes pre- vs 25.0 ± 20.8 minutes post-treatment, t(19) = -4.6, p<0.001) and in minutes awake after sleep onset (M ± SD =78.7 ± 57.8 minutes pre- vs 29.9 ± 18.3 minutes post-treatment, t(19) = -4.0, p<0.001). In the prospective study, veterans had improvements in insomnia severity index over baseline (M ± SD = 20.7 +3.8 pre- vs 9.5 ± 7.5 post-treatment, t(18) = 5.8, p<0.00001), depression severity on the PHQ-9 (M ± SD = 21.5 ±6.1 pre- vs 14.2 ± 5.1 post-treatment, t(18) =4.1, p<0.001) and anxiety severity on the GAD 7 (M ± SD = 9.8 ±7.1 pre- vs. 6.2 ± 5.4 post-treatment, t(18) = -3.1, p<0.01). Conclusion Use of a forehead-cooling device improved insomnia in veterans. These findings were replicated in an independent prospective trial. Reductions in depressive and anxiety symptoms from baseline were also noted in the prospective study. These promising preliminary data suggest the need for further large scale randomized controlled trials to establish the efficacy of forehead-cooling on insomnia in veterans. Support Ebb Pharmaceuticals, Pittsburgh, PA 15222

Quality of life of the mentally ill. Reliability of the Swedish version of the Lancashire Quality of Life profile

1998 ◽  
Vol 13 (5) ◽  
pp. 231-234 ◽  
Author(s):  
L Hansson ◽  
B Svensson ◽  
T Björkman
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Internal Consistency ◽  
Social Relations ◽  
Mentally Ill ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Swedish Version ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Retest Reliability ◽  
Test Retest Reliability

SummaryThere has been a growing interest in the quality of life (QoL) of the mentally ill, subsequently a number of instruments to measure QoL have been developed. One of the measures of QoL which has received considerable attention is the Lancashire QoL Profile (LQOLP). The present study investigated test-retest reliability and internal consistency in the Swedish translation of the LQOLP using a cross-sectional sample of 29 inpatients. The results showed that test-retest reliability of subjective life satisfaction in the nine life domains covered by the LQOLP was satisfactory in seven of the domains, and acceptable in two (social relations and religion). Test-retest reliability for total subjective satisfaction score, global well-being, and an interviewer rated QoL were all on a satisfactory level (r > 0.80). The internal consistency and homogeneity of the total subjective QoL scale and the nine life domain subscales was satisfactory except for the social relations scale, where it was somewhat low.

scholarly journals Predicting Professional Quality of Life and Life Satisfaction in Spanish Nurses: A Cross-Sectional Study

2020 ◽  
Vol 17 (12) ◽  
pp. 4366
Author(s):  
Noemí Sansó ◽  
Laura Galiana ◽  
Amparo Oliver ◽  
Macià Tomás-Salvá ◽  
Gabriel Vidal-Blanco
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Structural Equation ◽  
Self Care ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Practice Environment ◽  
Professional Quality Of Life ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Self Compassion ◽  
Professional Quality

Background: Dealing with suffering, grief, and death on a daily basis, together with the particular working conditions, may produce high levels of burnout in nurses, and hinder their well-being. The purpose of this research is to study the effect of self-care and self-compassion on nurses’ professional quality of life and well-being. Methods: The research had a cross-sectional design, used correlational methodology and a structural equation model was hypothesized. Along the study, 210 nurses from the Healthcare Public System of the Balearic Islands, participated. The study took place from June to September 2018. Results: The hypothesized model showed an overall adequate fit. Practice environment predicted both self-care and self-compassion, whereas nursing stress did not. Self-care and self-compassion predicted nurses’ professional quality of life, whereas the practice environment and nursing stress were not predictors. Finally, professional quality of life showed a positive relationship with life satisfaction. Conclusions: The study presents a comprehensive structural equation model in which self-care and self-compassion are the best predictors of nurses’ professional quality of life. A direct relation of professional quality of life and nurses’ well-being has also been found, while controlling for the effects of nurses’ practice environment and stress.

scholarly journals Factors That Influence Older Canadians’ Preferences for using Autonomous Vehicle Technology: A Structural Equation Analysis

2019 ◽  
Vol 2673 (1) ◽  
pp. 469-480 ◽  
Author(s):  
Hany M. Hassan ◽  
Mark R. Ferguson ◽  
Saiedeh Razavi ◽  
Brenda Vrkljan
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Older Adults ◽  
Urban Areas ◽  
Autonomous Vehicles ◽  
Structural Equation ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Transportation Systems ◽  
Equation Modeling ◽  
Willingness To Use

Accessible and safe mobility is critical for those aged 65 years and older to maintain their health, quality of life, and well-being. Being able to move beyond one’s home and participate in activities in older adulthood requires consideration of both transportation needs and preferences. This paper aims to address a gap in evidence with respect to understanding factors that can affect older adults’ perceptions and willingness to use autonomous vehicles. In addition, it examines how these factors compare with those of younger adults to better understand the potential implications of this technology on mobility and quality of life. Using responses of those aged 65+ to a national survey of Canadians, structural equation modeling (SEM) was used to identify and quantify factors significantly associated with older adults’ willingness to use autonomous vehicles. The SEM results suggest that factors such as using other modes of transit (e.g., sharing rides as passenger, bicycle, public transit, commuter rail, ride and car sharing) as well as distance traveled by automobile, income, gender (being male), and living in urban areas, were all positively associated with older adults’ perceptions of using autonomous driving features. The findings also suggest that older Canadians are more concerned about autonomous vehicles than younger Canadians. This study provides valuable insights into factors that can affect the preferences of Canadians when it comes to autonomous technology in their automobiles. Such results can inform the way in which transportation systems are designed to ensure the needs of users are considered across both age and ability.

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