scholarly journals “Maybe a Long Fast Is Good for You”: Health Conceptualisations in YouTube Diet Videos

2021 ◽  
Vol 6 ◽  
Author(s):  
Mu-Chi Chiu ◽  
Bart Penders
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Weight Management ◽  
Healthy Eating ◽  
Thematic Analysis ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Intermittent Fasting ◽  
Complete State ◽  
Simple Question ◽  
Health Concepts

In this paper, we study which health conceptualisations are promoted or supported by intermittent fasting, no-carb-no-sugar, and endomorph Diet YouTubers and how they relate to existing definitions of health. In order to openly understand how YouTubers present health concepts, we will study health conceptualisations in YouTube diet videos qualitatively, through the use of thematic analysis. We identify five main themes: weight management, prior dietary awareness, diet literacy, quality of life, and the satisfaction of functional needs. We find that YouTubers substitute the WHO’s pursuit of a complete state of well-being by an implicit, tacit version of new health concepts. The tacit form allows them to stay practical and to focus on real-world dietary concerns, such as answers to the simple question “what should I eat to stay healthy?”. Diet YouTubers do not, however, neatly position themselves within existing health conceptualisations and they offer views on health that move beyond “formal” conceptualisations, including self-inspection, timing, preparation and planning and context-design. Differing from the universal definitions of health, the Diet YouTubers we studied target specific audiences with their presentations of healthy eating.

scholarly journals O consumo da representação da qualidade de vida

2012 ◽  
Vol 19 (1) ◽  
pp. 168
Author(s):  
Ricardo Ferreira Freitas ◽  
Daniela Menezes Neiva Barcellos
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Healthy Eating ◽  
Publishing House ◽  
Well Being ◽  
The Media ◽  
The City

Este artigo analisa aspectos do consumo e da qualidade de vida, inspirados pela massiva influência da mídia na construção de uma atmosfera de equilíbrio das emoções e bem-estar, afetando o consumo material e imaterial no contexto das metrópoles. O propósito principal deste artigo é discutir a representação da qualidade de vida pela comunicação, através do consumo na cidade, e sua relação com as narrativas difundidas pela mídia sobre a alimentação saudável. Para exemplificar tal temática, apresentamos ao longo deste estudo citações com base numa pesquisa sobre a representação da qualidade de vida na revista Vida Simples, da editora Abril, com foco na alimentação, referente aos textos da seção Comer, no período de janeiro a junho de 2010. **************************************************** ABSTRACT This article examines aspects of consumption and quality of life, inspired by the massive influence of the media in building an atmosphere of balance of emotions and well-being, affecting the consumption of material and immaterial in the context of cities. The main purpose of this paper is to discuss the representation of the quality of life through communication, through the consumption in the city, and its relationship to the narratives disseminated by the media about healthy eating. To illustrate this theme, present throughout the study quotes on research based on the representation of quality of life in Vida Simples magazine, published by Abril publishing house, focusing on food, in reference to the texts of Eating section in the period from January to June 2010.

scholarly journals Caregiver perspectives on the impact of uncertainty on the everyday lives of autistic children and their families

Autism ◽  
2021 ◽  
pp. 136236132110337
Author(s):  
Jane Goodwin ◽  
Priyanka Rob ◽  
Mark Freeston ◽  
Deborah Garland ◽  
Victoria Grahame ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Thematic Analysis ◽  
Intolerance Of Uncertainty ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Anxiety Reduction ◽  
Autistic Children ◽  
Structured Interviews ◽  
Daily Lives ◽  
The Impact

Approximately 50% of autistic children experience high anxiety. Intolerance of uncertainty (tendency to react negatively to uncertain situations) is a key mechanism in the development and maintenance of anxiety. This study aimed to provide a descriptive, thematic analysis of the impact on uncertainty on the daily lives of autistic children and their families. Semi-structured interviews were conducted with parents and caregivers of 53 autistic children (including 3 dyads) aged 6–16 years to elicit examples of uncertain situations that the children found challenging and to explore the impact of these situations on family life. Thematic analysis revealed five overarching themes: child’s reactions to uncertainty, trying to reduce uncertainty, the impact of difficulties with uncertainty, the impact of uncertainty on parenting and the impact on parents. These findings provide a crucial understanding into the range of uncertain situations autistic children with anxiety experience. Anxiety-reduction approaches based on increasing tolerance to everyday uncertain situations could help improve well-being, quality of life and participation for autistic children and their families. Lay abstract Anxiety is common in autistic children. Research shows that this may be related to intolerance of uncertainty, which is a tendency to react negatively to uncertain situations. Understanding when, why and how autistic children respond to uncertainty is important in the development of anxiety programmes. We asked 53 (including 3 dyads) parents of autistic children about the types of uncertain situations that cause difficulties for their child and how uncertainty impacts on daily life for them and their families. We found that uncertain situations made autistic children and their families feel sad, worried, frustrated and angry through the themes: child’s reactions to uncertainty, trying to reduce uncertainty, the impact of difficulties with uncertainty, the impact of uncertainty on parenting and the impact on parents. There are lots of situations that are anxiety provoking for autistic children because of uncertainty, such as school. Programmes to reduce anxiety and increase autistic children’s ability to cope with everyday uncertain situations could improve quality of life for autistic children and their families.

scholarly journals Quality of Life after Total Glosso-Laryngectomy

2007 ◽  
Vol 54 (1) ◽  
pp. 29-38 ◽  
Author(s):  
Leanie Engelbrecht ◽  
Anita Van der Merwe
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Decision Making ◽  
South African ◽  
Thematic Analysis ◽  
Oral Communication ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Shared Decision ◽  
Structured Interviews ◽  
Multi Disciplinary Team

The article explores the quality of life of two participants who had undergone total glosso-laryngectomy as treatment for advanced tongue base cancer. Semi-structured interviews were conducted and questions relating to the effects of treatment on physical, functional, social and psychological well-being were asked. Thematic analysis of the interviews was done to determine recurring themes in the answers of the participants. The findings showed that total glosso-laryngectomy has a significant impact on quality of life. A good quality of life can be maintained in a patient who has an extensive support structure and can achieve intelligible oral communication. Pre-operative counselling by a multi-disciplinary team is important for a person to make an informed decision regarding surgery for head and neck cancer. Shared decision-making needs to be addressed in the South African service delivery context.

scholarly journals N09 Sexuality as lived incompleteness: exploring intimacy and sexuality experiences of people living with inflammatory bowel disease

2021 ◽  
Vol 15 (Supplement_1) ◽  
pp. S612-S613
Author(s):  
S Fourie ◽  
C Norton ◽  
D Jackson ◽  
W Czuber-Dochan
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Inflammatory Bowel Disease ◽  
Thematic Analysis ◽  
Bowel Disease ◽  
Healthcare Professionals ◽  
Phenomenological Study ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Negative Effects ◽  
Inflammatory Bowel

Abstract Background Sexual function in those living with Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) is known to be affected by their condition, with impact on their psychosocial well-being. Little is known about the causality of low sexual functions scores and their contribution to low quality of life reports. The aim of this study was to explore how intimacy and sexuality is experienced in the context of IBD. Methods This was a phenomenological study guided by van Manen’s methodology. Data were collected from 43 participants from interviews and narrative accounts submitted via Google Forms. Reflection on four existential domains (body, relationships, space and time) and thematic analysis were used to interpret the data. Results Four themes were generated from data analysis: Otherness of the sick body, Interrupted connectedness, Missing out on life fullness and Fragmented openness. These led to the overarching theme Sexuality as lived incompleteness, which reflected the essence of the experiences described by participants. Their experiences were deeply embedded in everyday life, and the IBD posed an obstacle to intimacy and sexuality, negatively affecting their life, relationships, family planning and their social position, imposing limitations and isolation. Conclusion IBD has a significant impact on sexual well-being with negative effects on overall quality of life, which may be unknown to healthcare professionals, therefore remain unaddressed. A better understanding of the potential issues could help healthcare professionals identify and address concerns and worries related to sexual well-being, and approach them in a reflective, holistic manner in situations arising in practice.

scholarly journals Association of Self-Reported Weight Change and Quality of Life, and Exercise and Weight Management Behaviors Among Adults with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus: The SHIELD Study

2012 ◽  
Vol 2012 ◽  
pp. 1-7 ◽  
Author(s):  
Susan Grandy ◽  
Kathleen M. Fox ◽  
Debbra D. Bazata
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Diabetes Mellitus ◽  
Type 2 Diabetes ◽  
Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus ◽  
Weight Management ◽  
Weight Change ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Management Behaviors

Purpose. This study examined the association between self-reported weight change and quality of life, and exercise and weight management behaviors among individuals with type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM).Methods. In the US SHIELD study, respondents reported whether they had lost or gained weight compared with 1 year earlier and completed the SHIELD-WQ-9 quality of life questionnaire as well as provided information on their exercise and weight management behaviors in the past 12 months.Results. Sixteen percent of the respondents reported gaining weight (n=460), and 30% reported losing weight (n=895). More respondents who reported losing weight exercised regularly, limited calorie and fat intake, and increased fiber, fruit, and vegetable intake compared with respondents who reported gaining weight (P<0.01). For all nine aspects of daily life, a significantly greater proportion of respondents who reported losing weight reported improved well-being (12%–44%) compared with respondents who reported gaining weight (P<0.0001).Conclusions. Self-reported weight loss was associated with improved well-being, better exercise, and weight management behaviors among individuals with T2DM.

scholarly journals Lifestyle Medicine During (and After) the COVID-19 Pandemic

2020 ◽  
Vol 15 (1) ◽  
pp. 60-67
Author(s):  
Bruno P. C. Smirmaul ◽  
Regina Fumanti Chamon ◽  
Fabiano Moulin de Moraes ◽  
Gabriel Rozin ◽  
Annie Seixas Bello Moreira ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Healthy Eating ◽  
Healthy Lifestyle ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Preliminary Evidence ◽  
Lifestyle Behaviors ◽  
Unhealthy Lifestyle ◽  
Lifestyle Medicine ◽  
Health Practitioners

The COVID-19 pandemic has made it challenging for individuals and families to maintain a healthy lifestyle, quality of life, and well-being. Preliminary evidence have suggested that higher odds of both mortality and severity of the COVID-19 are closely associated to unhealthy lifestyle behaviors. Thus, in an effort to contribute to this challenging global situation, we joined a group of lifestyle medicine researchers and/or practitioners to provide scientifically sound information, recommendations, resources, and suggestions related to the main pillars of lifestyle medicine (healthy eating, physical activity, sleep, tobacco/alcohol, stress management, relationships, and planetary health) that may help health practitioners to support clients and patients maintain a healthy lifestyle during (and after) the COVID-19 crisis.

scholarly journals Podem os princípios do ikigai contribuir para os programas de qualidade de vida no ambiente de trabalho?

2019 ◽  
Vol 19 (76) ◽  
Author(s):  
Milton M Osaki
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Healthy Eating ◽  
Social Activity ◽  
Health And Safety ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Present Moment ◽  
Retirement Preparation ◽  
Healthy Habits ◽  
The Individual

RESUMOO ikigai representa a visão de vida, a sensibilidade e a maneira de agir dos japoneses, levando ao bem-estar e longevidade do indivíduo, através do incentivo a atividade física, social, alimentação frugal, manutenção do trabalho e dedicação às paixões, dando um sentido à vida.A qualidade de vida no trabalho é desenvolvida nas organizações através dos programas de segurança e saúde ocupacional, e seus consequentes programas, como o programa de promoção de hábitos saudáveis (atividade física regular, alimentação saudável e lazer) e o programa de preparação para a aposentadoria.Assim, nos programas de qualidade de vida, em especial no programa de preparação para aposentadoria, os trabalhadores têm a possibilidade de refletir sobre o momento presente, sem esquecer o fim do período produtivo e envelhecimento, a discussão do ideário do ikigai cabe como proposta e alternativa para conhecimento das ações necessárias para aumentar as possibilidades de maior bem-estar físico, emocional, mental e espiritual.Para a incorporação do ideário do ikigai em cada um, talvez, não sejam necessárias grandes mudanças no estilo de vida. A necessidade seria entender a essência do conceito e incorporá-lo ao cotidiano. Seria descobrir a "paixão", descobrir aquilo que traz a felicidade. ABSTRACTIkigai represents the Japanese view of life, sensitivity, and way of acting, leading to the well-being and longevity of the individual by encouraging physical, social activity, frugal eating, job maintenance and dedication to the passions, giving a meaning to life.Quality of life at work is developed in organizations through occupational health and safety programs, and their consequent programs such as the healthy habits promotion program (regular physical activity, healthy eating and leisure) and the retirement preparation program.Thus, in the quality of life programs, especially the retirement preparation program, workers have the possibility to reflect on the present moment, without forgetting the end of the productive period and aging, the discussion of ikigai's ideas fits as a proposal and alternative to knowing the actions needed to increase the possibilities for greater physical, emotional, mental and spiritual well-being.For the incorporation of ikigai's ideas into each other, perhaps major changes in lifestyle are not necessary. The need would be to understand the essence of the concept and incorporate it into everyday life. It would be to discover "passion", to discover that which brings happiness.

Perceived Overprotection and Its Association With Quality of Life in Dementia

GeroPsych ◽  
2019 ◽  
Vol 32 (3) ◽  
pp. 125-134
Author(s):  
Mechthild Niemann-Mirmehdi ◽  
Andreas Häusler ◽  
Paul Gellert ◽  
Johanna Nordheim
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Patient Autonomy ◽  
Positive Association ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Negative Association ◽  
Significant Positive Association ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
People With Dementia ◽  
Mental Well Being

Abstract. To date, few studies have focused on perceived overprotection from the perspective of people with dementia (PwD). In the present examination, the association of perceived overprotection in PwD is examined as an autonomy-restricting factor and thus negative for their mental well-being. Cross-sectional data from the prospective DYADEM study of 82 patient/partner dyads (mean age = 74.26) were used to investigate the association between overprotection, perceived stress, depression, and quality of life (QoL). The analyses show that an overprotective contact style with PwD has a significant positive association with stress and depression, and has a negative association with QoL. The results emphasize the importance of avoiding an overprotective care style and supporting patient autonomy.

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