How do you quit vaping? A content analysis of a quit vaping community on Reddit. (Preprint)

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Laura Struik ◽  
Youjin Yang
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Content Analysis ◽  
Intervention Development ◽  
Physical And Mental Health ◽  
The Past ◽  
Quit Smoking ◽  
Mental Health Benefits ◽  
Conventional Content Analysis ◽  
Physical Consequences ◽  
Data Analytic

BACKGROUND Vaping has increased dramatically over the past few years, especially among younger demographics. However, researchers are finding that a large number of e-cigarette users want to quit. Little is known about the unique aspects of vaping cessation, which is critical to informing the development of relevant resources and interventions for e-cigarette users who want to quit. Social media forums, like Reddit, provide opportunities to understand the experiences of behavior change, like quitting vaping, from the perspectives of end users. OBJECTIVE The aim of this study was to examine a quit vaping subreddit to understand how e-cigarette users are experiencing and approaching vaping cessation. Specifically, we examined reasons for starting vaping, reasons for quitting, methods of quitting, barriers and facilitators to quitting, and benefits of quitting. METHODS A total of 1228 posts were collected. Using conventional content analysis, the posts were inductively coded to generate categories and subcategories. Data was analyzed using NVivo 12 qualitative data analytic software. RESULTS The majority of users cited using e-cigarettes to help them quit smoking. Their reasons for quitting primarily related to feeling "stuck to the vape", and experiencing negative physical consequences associated with vaping, especially in relation to their lungs (e.g., tight chest). Most users reported a preference for gradual reduction in use, particularly through the use of their own devices by tapering the nicotine content. The top barriers to quitting primarily related to intensity of addiction and mental health challenges. The top facilitators to quitting related to employing distraction techniques (e.g., hobby, gaming, mindfulness exercises), as well as having a positive mindset. Reported benefits included physical and mental health benefits, as well as financial freedom. CONCLUSIONS The findings of this study reveal unique aspects that encompass the process of quitting vaping. These findings have significant implications for both policy and intervention development.

Aesthetics and Affordances in a Favourite Place: On the Interactional Use of Environments for Restoration

2020 ◽  
Vol 29 (5) ◽  
pp. 557-577
Author(s):  
Anu M. Besson
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Content Analysis ◽  
Environmental Psychology ◽  
Mental Fatigue ◽  
Physical And Mental Health ◽  
Qualitative Survey ◽  
Mental Health Benefits ◽  
State Of Mind ◽  
Using Data ◽  
Orderly State

Research indicates that nature offers many physical and mental health benefits, including restoration - or recovery from mental fatigue. However, questions remain about what exactly in one's environment is experienced as restorative and why. Bridging environmental aesthetics, environmental psychology and cultural studies, this study establishes a connection between landscape and mindscape as seen, for instance, in the ways in which an orderly environment is interpreted as an orderly state of mind and vice versa. Using data drawn from a qualitative survey targeting expatriate Finns, the article mobilises content analysis to interpret the results and concludes that a 'favourite place' is aesthetically appealing, enables actions that are experienced as restorative and is as much an interpretation of a space as a physical place.

scholarly journals Physical Activity Attitudes, Preferences, and Experiences of Regionally-Based Australia Adults Aged 65 Years and Older

2019 ◽  
Vol 27 (4) ◽  
pp. 446-451 ◽  
Author(s):  
Pamela K. Samra ◽  
Amanda L. Rebar ◽  
Lynne Parkinson ◽  
Jannique G.Z. van Uffelen ◽  
Stephanie Schoeppe ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Physical Activity ◽  
Older Adults ◽  
Content Analysis ◽  
Physical Health ◽  
Leisure Time ◽  
Physical And Mental Health ◽  
Household Chores ◽  
Mental Health Benefits ◽  
Activity Recommendations

An understanding of physical activity attitudes, preferences, and experiences in older adults is important for informing interventions. Focus groups were conducted with 46 regionally-based Australian adults aged 65 years and older, who were not currently meeting activity recommendations. Content analysis revealed that participants mainly engaged in incidental activities such as gardening and household chores rather than planned exercise; however, leisure-time walking was also mentioned frequently. Although participants valued the physical and mental health benefits of physical activity, they reported being restricted by poor physical health, extreme weather, and fear of injury. Participants were interested in exercise groups and physical activity programs tailored to their existing physical health. The majority of participants reported preferring to be active with others. The findings from this study are useful in for informing future interventions specifically tailored to the needs of older adults in Australia.

The ultimate guide to your at-home fitness regime

2020 ◽  
Vol 16 (6) ◽  
pp. 276-277
Author(s):  
Jay Kara
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Health Benefits ◽  
Physical And Mental Health ◽  
Mental Health Benefits ◽  
At Home

There are huge physical and mental health benefits of exercise, even more so during these unprecedented times. Here, fitness coach Jay Kara offers his guide to the perfect home workout

scholarly journals Off-label prescribing of quetiapine in HMP Elmley, a Category B remand prison: a re-audit

BJPsych Open ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 7 (S1) ◽  
pp. S85-S85
Author(s):  
Nosa Igbinomwanhia ◽  
Kathleen McCurdy
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Royal College ◽  
Health Assessment ◽  
List Type ◽  
Physical And Mental Health ◽  
Off Label ◽  
The Past ◽  
Number Of Patients ◽  
Prescribing Practice ◽  
Potential Risks

AimsThis was a re-audit of off-label prescribing of quetiapine in order to identify the number of patients on off-label quetiapine in HMP Elmley, to monitor compliance by the Mental Health Inreach Team (MHIRT) psychiatrists with the Royal College of Psychiatrists guideline on off-license prescribing, to compare findings with the baseline audit and to identify areas for improvement.MethodAll patients on quetiapine in HMP Elmley were identified and their electronic patient record was reviewed against the standards outlined in the Royal College of Psychiatrists “Use of licensed medicines for unlicensed applications in psychiatric practice (2nd edition).ResultThere were 60 residents on off-license quetiapine prescription in HMP Elmley.Of this number, four had their prescription initiated by a general practitioner, either while in prison or in the community. Two residents were on quetiapine first prescribed while they were on admission in hospital. 5 patients had been initiated by the MHIRT psychiatrists. 38 residents were commenced off-license quetiapine by another psychiatrist, either while they were in the community or in another prison. In 17 patients, electronic records were inadequate to determine who had prescribed the quetiapine.The number of inmates prescribed off-label quetiapine in HMP Elmley had dropped from 82 to 60 in the 1 year since the initial audit. Of these figures, prescriptions initiated by the MHIRT psychiatrists, had dropped from 28.1% (23/82) to 8.3% (5/60).For those prescribed quetiapine by the HMP Elmley psychiatrists, notes were audited against the RCPsych guidelines: Licensed medication was considered first in 80.0%Risks and benefits were considered and documented in 80.0%The benefits and potential risks were explained to patient in 80.0%There was documentation of informed consent in 80.0%Quetiapine was started at a low dose and monitored in 100%No residents required withdrawal of medication due to ineffectiveness or adverse effects.Baseline physical health assessment was performed in 80.0%, though all had an ECG done.ConclusionOver the past year there has been an improvement in off-label antipsychotic prescribing practice within the MHIRT.However, the number of off-label antipsychotic prescriptions still remains high throughout the prison. There should be continued effort at minimizing off-label prescribing within the MHIRT, monitored by auditing. However, work needs to be done jointly with other prescribers, such as GP colleagues, in order to avoid unnecessary prescriptions and to monitor regularly the physical and mental health of those on off-label quetiapine.

The relationship of health-related expectancies, fruit and vegetable intake, and positive mood: expectancies are important, but not in the way you expect

2021 ◽  
Vol ahead-of-print (ahead-of-print) ◽  
Author(s):  
Elliot Smith ◽  
Richard Stevenson ◽  
Leah Dudley ◽  
Heather Francis
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Vegetable Intake ◽  
Mood State ◽  
Health Benefits ◽  
Positive Mood ◽  
Fruit And Vegetable ◽  
Physical And Mental Health ◽  
Expectancy Effects ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Mental Health Benefits

PurposeGreater fruit and vegetable (F&V) intake has been linked to more positive mood. Here, the purpose of this paper is to examine if this relationship is mediated by expectancies about their benefit to health/mental health.Design/methodology/approachParticipants completed a new questionnaire to assess expectancies related to F&V intake. This was administered alongside a validated food-frequency measure of F&V intake, an assessment of positive and negative mood state and other measures.FindingsParticipants held strongly positive expectations about the physical and mental health benefits of consuming F&V. The authors observed a significant relationship between self-reported F&V intake and positive mood (d = 0.52). Importantly, this effect was largely (but not completely) independent of expectancies. The authors also observed that expectancies about F&V intake were independently predictive of positive mood (d = 0.47).Originality/valueThis is the first study to explore expectancy effects in the mental health benefits of F&V intake. These data suggest that positive expectancies about F&V intake, and F&V intake itself, are both predictive of positive mood. The former finding is probably a placebo effect, whereby people believe they are consuming sufficient F&V (even if they are not) and so experience mood-related benefits due to their positive expectations. The latter finding is consistent with F&V exerting a biologically beneficial effect on the brain.

Affection Exchange Theory

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Kory Floyd ◽  
Benjamin E. Custer
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Close Relationships ◽  
Health Benefits ◽  
Exchange Theory ◽  
Empirical Literature ◽  
Health And Wellness ◽  
Physical And Mental Health ◽  
Supportive Behaviors ◽  
Mental Health Benefits ◽  
Verbal Behaviors

Affectionate communication constitutes verbal behaviors (e.g., saying “I love you”), nonverbal gestures (e.g., hugging, handholding), and socially supportive behaviors (e.g., helping with a project) that humans employ to develop and maintain close relationships with others. In addition to its relational benefits, affectionate communication contributes to health and wellness for both senders and receivers. Affection exchange theory (AET) addresses the questions of why humans engage in affectionate communication and why diverse benefits are associated with such behaviors. A robust empirical literature supports AET’s contention that both expressing and receiving affectionate behavior are associated with physical and mental health benefits. Despite these contributions, however, some compelling questions about affectionate communication remain to be addressed, and AET can provide a useful framework for doing so.

The Use of Yoga for Physical and Mental Health Among Older Adults: A Review of the Literature

2009 ◽  
Vol 19 (1) ◽  
pp. 91-96 ◽  
Author(s):  
Donna Wang
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Older Adults ◽  
Scientific Evidence ◽  
Adult Population ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Preliminary Evidence ◽  
Physical And Mental Health ◽  
Mental Health Benefits ◽  
Improve Sleep Quality ◽  
Older Adult Population

The older adult population may greatly benefit from the practice of Yoga. This article reviews the scientific evidence supporting the use of Yoga with older adults. Nine studies were identified that examined either physical or mental health outcomes in older adults following a Yoga intervention. There is growing evidence that Yoga can improve physical well-being, including balance, range of motion, blood pressure, pain, fatigue, and general health. There is less evidence available that examines the cognitive and mental health benefits of Yoga for older adults. However, there is preliminary evidence that Yoga can improve sleep quality and depression. Only three of the reviewed studies were randomized controlled trials, and more studies of high methodological quality are needed. Implications for further research and practice are offered.

scholarly journals Neonatal death: supporting bereaved mothers

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Alia Embaireeg ◽  
Amal Ayed ◽  
Mariam Ayed
Keyword(s):  
Content Analysis ◽  
Medical Care ◽  
Family Support ◽  
Neonatal Death ◽  
Healthcare Providers ◽  
Prolonged Grief ◽  
The Past ◽  
Bereaved Parents ◽  
Conventional Content Analysis ◽  
Sensitivity Method

Background: Death of a child is a devastating experience for parents, owing to which parents may show dissatisfaction towards medical care or suffer from intense and prolonged grief. The objective of the present study was to explore the needs of bereaved mothers after the death of their infant. Methods: The present study was a descriptive qualitative design that consisted of 10 mothers who have been bereaved in the past year. All mothers were recruited from the registry. Data were obtained through an unstructured single interview and analyzed using conventional content analysis. Results: The current study demonstrated that parents had the same needs despite their different backgrounds, socioeconomic standards, and religious beliefs. Their needs were based on several main points; 1) Lack of sensitivity/method in delivering the news, 2) Bonding with the child; 3) Safety and family support; 4) Providing understanding and meaning; 5) Ability to express emotions. Conclusions: The key components that should be considered to support the bereaved parents include honesty, information, choices, and timing. The present study provided a comprehensive view of the overall experiences of the parents with neonatal death and the ability to give guidance to the healthcare providers.

scholarly journals Side by Side: Reflections on Two Lifetimes of Dance

2021 ◽  
Vol 12 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ann Kipling Brown ◽  
Anne Penniston Gray
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Social Inclusion ◽  
Positive Impact ◽  
Health Problems ◽  
Research Tool ◽  
Physical And Mental Health ◽  
The Past ◽  
The Arts ◽  
Arts Engagement ◽  
Key Aspects

Telling stories about our experiences in dance brings to light unconscious knowledge and memories of the past and helps us understand our own decisions and practices. Reflexivity and story telling is central in the process of remembering and embodies some of the key aspects of autoethnography as a research tool. We are directed to examine and reflect on our experiences, analyzing goals and intentions, making connections between happenings and recounting each single experience. Dance has the potential for positive impact on both physical and mental health among professional dancers as well as among dance students and has the power to connect them to culture and community in unique and important ways. Research has provided evidence that arts engagement provides positive forms of social inclusion, opportunities to share arts, culture, language, and values and points to the value of the arts in the prevention and amelioration of health problems. Together with those benefits of a dance experience there is clear evidence of what can be learned in, through and about dance. In this time of the Covid-19 pandemic it seemed more relevant and poignant to examine our own experiences in dance as well as those experiences of others that have influenced our lives.

Importance of Preexisting Physical Factors in the Development of Dermatological and Muscular Lesions During Hiking

2019 ◽  
Vol 18 (2) ◽  
pp. 161-170 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ana Maria Pérez Pico ◽  
Ester Mingorance Álvarez ◽  
Nuria Caballé Cervigón ◽  
Raquel Mayordomo Acevedo
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Longitudinal Study ◽  
Systemic Disease ◽  
Skin Lesions ◽  
Physical Factors ◽  
Physical And Mental Health ◽  
Intrinsic Factors ◽  
Mental Health Benefits ◽  
Foot Lesions ◽  
Muscle Lesions

Hiking has become very popular due to the physical and mental health benefits it provides. Skin lesions may occur with hiking and various factors contribute to their development. Although some lesions may appear to have little importance, something as simple as chaffing can cause serious ulcers in people with at-risk feet. Few studies have analyzed preexisting physical characteristics in hiking and addressed the development of lesions in hikers. This observational and longitudinal study examines the development of foot lesions during hiking, taking into account the influence of existing skin disorders, nail disorders, and/or toe deformities and other intrinsic factors of participants. The feet of 109 hikers doing a 29.6-km hike were analyzed, considering the intrinsic factors of participants and the possible influence of these factors in the development of foot lesions during the walk. The results show that some preexisting physical factors of participants such as gender, existing systemic disease, preexisting keratosis, dermatosis, nontraumatic and traumatic onychopathies, and toe deformities significantly predispose to the development of skin lesions. These factors also predispose to muscle lesions except for nontraumatic and traumatic onychopathies and toe deformities. Due to the influence of preexisting physical factors, such as preexisting keratosis, dermatosis, and toe deformities, in the development of foot lesions in hikers, it is worthwhile and advisable to check these factors before a hike to reduce the incidence of foot disorders. Ensuring adequate podiatry treatment a few days before the walk and warmup of muscles properly before starting are recommended.

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