Dental Hygiene Students’ Knowledge of and Attitudes and Behavior toward the Elderly

2021 ◽  
Vol 9 (2) ◽  
pp. 30-38
Author(s):  
Hye-Jin Lee ◽  
◽  
Hye-Jin Lee ◽  
Keyword(s):  
Older People ◽  
Dental Hygiene ◽  
The Elderly ◽  
Dental Services ◽  
Dental Hygiene Students ◽  
Positive Attitudes ◽  
Measurement Tools ◽  
Students Attitudes ◽  
And Behavior ◽  
Attitudes And Behavior

Objectives: This study examines dental hygiene students’ knowledge of and attitudes and behavior toward elderly individuals. As the population of elderly people increases, the need for dental services for this group increases as well. Methods: A frequency analysis, correlation analysis, and one-way ANOVA were conducted using SPSS 25.0. Results: Participants had various levels of knowledge and differing attitudes and behavior toward elderly patients; subjects who were interested in older people had more positive attitudes toward the elderly, as did younger, less experienced participants and those who work with older people. Conclusions: Future studies should use additional measurement tools and include different groups of participants to improve understanding of dental hygiene students’ attitudes towards the elderly.

Dental hygiene students' attitudes toward the elderly and older patients

1982 ◽  
Vol 46 (5) ◽  
pp. 274-278
Author(s):  
W Rakowski ◽  
JM McGowan ◽  
WE Kerschbaum
Keyword(s):  
Older Patients ◽  
Dental Hygiene ◽  
The Elderly ◽  
Dental Hygiene Students ◽  
Students Attitudes

Dental Hygienists' and Dental Hygiene Students' Attitudes Toward the Elderly

Gerodontology ◽  
1988 ◽  
Vol 7 (2) ◽  
pp. 81-85 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jonathan Mann ◽  
Gail Cross-Poline ◽  
Joseph M. Holtzman ◽  
Ruth Kaplan
Keyword(s):  
Dental Hygiene ◽  
The Elderly ◽  
Dental Hygienists ◽  
Dental Hygiene Students ◽  
Students Attitudes

Gender Differences on Attitudes and Participation in an Extracurricular Gymnastics Course Among Greek University Students

2015 ◽  
Vol 34 (3) ◽  
pp. 424-441 ◽  
Author(s):  
Dimitrios C. Milosis ◽  
Athanasios G. Papaioannou ◽  
Theophanis A. Siatras ◽  
Miltiadis Proios ◽  
Michael Proios
Keyword(s):  
Gender Differences ◽  
University Students ◽  
Structural Equation ◽  
Male Students ◽  
Equation Modeling ◽  
Voluntary Participation ◽  
Students Attitudes ◽  
Path Structure ◽  
And Behavior ◽  
Attitudes And Behavior

The aims of the study were (a) to test the effectiveness of the theory of planned behavior (TPB) to predict Greek university students’ voluntary participation in an extracurricular gymnastics course, and (b) to evaluate gender differences. Two hundred sixty-three (127 female, 136 male) students participated in the study. Students’ attitudes, intention, and PBC were measured with a questionnaire and their attendance in the course was recorded by the teacher. Results from the MANOVA conducted showed that females had higher scores compared with males in all observed variables. Results from the structural equation modeling (SEM) employed supported the usefulness of TPB to explain students’ attitudes and behavior toward extracurricular physical activities (PA). Differences also emerged on path structure of the relationships among the variables.

scholarly journals Evaluation of selected forms of physical activity of older people - pilot study

2012 ◽  
Vol 26 (2) ◽  
pp. 23-28
Author(s):  
Anna Ogonowska-Słodownik
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Older People ◽  
Tai Chi ◽  
Subjective Evaluation ◽  
The Elderly ◽  
Borg Scale ◽  
Nordic Walking ◽  
Measurement Tools ◽  
The University ◽  
Work Done

Abstract Introduction: Regular physical activity can prevent sharp decline in the level of physical fitness of older people [1]. Both the quantity and quality of physical activity are important [2]. The aim of this study was to evaluate selected forms of physical activity of older people in terms of intensity of effort. Material and methods: In the study participated 10 women at the age of 73.6 ± 6.5 years, from the Third Age University at the University of Physical Education in Warsaw. The study included four forms: gymnastics, Nordic walking, dancing and Tai Chi. The study used IDEEA device (Intelligent Device for Energy Expenditure and Activity) and a pulse recorder (Polar). In addition, each of the woman immediately after class evaluated its intensity with the 20 points Borg Scale. Results: The results indicate a large diversity of physical activity in terms of work done, energy consumption, heart rate. Nordic Walking classes were most intense (2.8 kJ/min, 3.5 kcal/min, 101.5 beats/min) and Tai Chi was least intense (0.5 kJ/min, 1.6 kcal/min , 65 beats/ min). Subjective evaluation of intensity (Borg Scale) of the trainings confirms the values obtained by the objective methods - quite heavy (14 points) in Nordic Walking and very light (10 points) in Tai Chi. Conclusions: There is a need for a reliable analysis of proposed forms for the elderly in Poland. Using multiple measurement tools will help to increase the objectivity of the evaluation and defining their impact on the capabilities of older people. A comprehensive assessment can be used in programming physical activity for older people.

scholarly journals Evidence of Validity and Reliability of the Lasher and Faulkender Anxiety about Aging Scale in Mexican Older Adults

Healthcare ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 9 (12) ◽  
pp. 1612
Author(s):  
María del Carmen Zueck-Enríquez ◽  
Ma. Concepción Soto ◽  
Susana Ivonne Aguirre ◽  
Martha Ornelas ◽  
Humberto Blanco ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Older Adults ◽  
Factor Structure ◽  
Physical Appearance ◽  
Reliability And Validity ◽  
The Elderly ◽  
Validity And Reliability ◽  
Validity Indicators ◽  
Mediating Factor ◽  
And Behavior ◽  
Attitudes And Behavior

Anxiety about aging is an important mediating factor in attitudes and behavior toward elderly individuals as well as a mediating factor in the adjustment to one’s own aging processes. The aim of this study was to analyze the factor structure, internal consistency and factorial invariance by sex of the Lasher and Faulkender Anxiety about Aging Scale. The sample consisted of 601 Mexican older adults, 394 women and 207 men, with a mean age of 70.69 ± 8.10 years. The factor structure of the questionnaire was analyzed using confirmatory factor analysis. Analyses show that a four-factor structure is feasible and adequate. The four-factor structure (fear of the elderly, psychological concerns, physical appearance and fear of loss), according to statistical and substantive criteria, showed adequate reliability and validity indicators. However, the obtained model does not fully coincide with that proposed by the questionnaire authors, although it continues to support the multi-factor component of anxiety about aging. On the other hand, the factor structure, the factor loadings and the intercepts are considered invariant in the two populations (men and women); however, there are differences between populations on the means of the physical appearance and fear of loss factors.

scholarly journals “Study Natural” without Drugs: An Exploratory Study of Theory-Guided and Tailored Health Campaign Interventions to Prevent Nonmedical Use of Prescription Stimulants in College Students

2020 ◽  
Vol 17 (12) ◽  
pp. 4421
Author(s):  
Zhaohui Su ◽  
Michael Mackert ◽  
Xiaoshan Li ◽  
Jiyoon (Karen) Han ◽  
Brittani Crook ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
College Students ◽  
Online Survey ◽  
Research Field ◽  
Health Campaign ◽  
Prescription Stimulants ◽  
Effective Strategies ◽  
Nonmedical Use ◽  
Students Attitudes ◽  
And Behavior ◽  
Attitudes And Behavior

Nonmedical use of prescription stimulants (NMUPS) among college students continues to rise. While some anti-NMUPS campaigns are available, little is known about the campaign development process and how well college students evaluate these messages. To bridge this gap, we developed theory-guided anti-NMUPS campaign interventions that are tailored to college students’ characteristics and evaluated students’ response towards them. A total of 445 college students (74.4% female; Meanage of 20; 18 to 35 years old) reviewed the campaign interventions and offered their evaluation via an online survey. Findings indicate that students responded to the campaigns positively. Results also indicate that female students are more likely to perceive the campaigns as effective than their male counterparts. Overall, the findings of this study suggest that theory-guided and tailored anti-NMUPS campaigns have great potential in changing students’ attitudes and behavior towards NMUPS. While this study fills critical gaps in the literature, considering the progress needed to strengthen the research field, more research is needed to further identify effective strategies that could prevent college students’ participation in NMUPS activities.

An Examination of Personality and Demographic Factors on Attitudes toward Old People

1981 ◽  
Vol 12 (2) ◽  
pp. 139-148 ◽  
Author(s):  
James A. Thorson ◽  
Mark L. Perkins
Keyword(s):  
Social Work ◽  
Graduate Students ◽  
Older People ◽  
Social Work Students ◽  
The Elderly ◽  
Older Students ◽  
Old People ◽  
Negative Attitudes ◽  
Positive Attitudes ◽  
Edwards Personal Preference Schedule

A group of 212 undergraduate and graduate students completed Kogan's Attitudes Toward Old People scale (OP) and the Edwards Personal Preference Schedule (EPPS). Persons scoring higher in the trait of aggression demonstrated significantly more negative attitudes toward the aged. Females, older students, and graduate students all tended to be more positive in their attitudes toward older people. Students majoring in business subjects tended to be more negative toward the elderly, while social work students had the most positive attitudes toward older people.

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