scholarly journals Behavioral and Mental Responses towards the COVID-19 Pandemic among Chinese Older Adults: A Cross-Sectional Study

2021 ◽  
Vol 14 (12) ◽  
pp. 568
Author(s):  
Wei Liang ◽  
Yanping Duan ◽  
Min Yang ◽  
Borui Shang ◽  
Chun Hu ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Older Adults ◽  
Preventive Measures ◽  
Vegetable Consumption ◽  
Behavioral Responses ◽  
Group Living ◽  
Cross Sectional Survey ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Living Situation ◽  
Chinese Older Adults

The novel COVID-19 pandemic spread quickly and continuously influenced global societies. As a vulnerable population that accounted for the highest percentage of deaths from the pandemic, older adults have experienced huge life-altering challenges and increased risks of mental problems during the pandemic. Empirical evidence is needed to develop effective strategies to promote preventive measures and mitigate the adverse psychological impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic. This study aimed to investigate the behavioral responses (i.e., preventive behaviors, physical activity, fruit and vegetable consumption) and mental responses (i.e., depression and loneliness) towards the COVID-19 pandemic among Chinese older adults. A further aim was to identify the associations among demographics, behavioral responses, and mental responses. Using a convenience sampling approach, 516 older adults were randomly recruited from five cities of Hubei province in China. Results of the cross-sectional survey showed that 11.7% of participants did not adhere to the WHO recommended preventive measures, while 37.6% and 8.3% of participants decreased physical activity and fruit–vegetable consumption respectively. For mental responses, 30.8% and 69.2% of participants indicated significantly depressive symptoms and severe loneliness, respectively. Participants’ behavioral and mental responses differed significantly in several demographics, such as age group, living situation, marital status, education levels, household income, medical conditions, and perceived health status. Demographic correlates and behavioral responses could significantly predicate the mental response with small-to-moderate effect sizes. This is the first study to investigate the characteristics of behavioral and mental responses of Chinese older adults during the COVID-19 pandemic. Research findings may give new insights into future developments of effective interventions and policies to promote health among older adults in the fight against the pandemic.

scholarly journals 41. Levels of Physical Activity in Older Adults with or Without Self-Reported Joint Pain: A Cross-Sectional Survey

Rheumatology ◽  
2014 ◽  
Vol 53 (suppl_1) ◽  
pp. i71-i71
Author(s):  
Robert Smith ◽  
Emma Healey ◽  
Gretl McHugh ◽  
Ebenezer Afolabi ◽  
Krysia Dziedzic
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Older Adults ◽  
Joint Pain ◽  
Cross Sectional Survey ◽  
Cross Sectional

scholarly journals THE BUILT ENVIRONMENT INFLUENCED THE INCIDENCE OF FALLS IN OLDER ADULTS LIVING IN THE UNDERSERVED COMMUNITY

2019 ◽  
Vol 3 (Supplement_1) ◽  
pp. S292-S292
Author(s):  
Rie Suzuki ◽  
Jennifer Blackwood ◽  
Shailee Shah ◽  
Sabah Ganai ◽  
Kimberly Warden
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Older Adults ◽  
Built Environment ◽  
Walking Distance ◽  
Health Clinic ◽  
Cross Sectional Survey ◽  
Eligibility Criteria ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
The Past ◽  
Underserved Community

Abstract The built environment is commonly cited as a facilitator to local walking. Although health promotion programs targeting physical activity are available, few studies have investigated the associations of the perceived neighborhoods with the incidence of falls in the minority communities. Hence, the purpose of this preliminary study was to understand whether the perceived built environment influenced the fall experiences in older adults living in the underserved community. The preliminary cross-sectional survey was conducted at the regional health clinic in Flint, MI. Descriptive statistics and analysis of variance (ANOVA) were performed using SAS v8.4. The eligibility criteria included over 65 years old and Flint residents. Of 132 participants, the mean age was 69.75 (SD=5.00). The majority were female (68%), African Americans (80%), single, divorced or widowed (80%), and > GED (84%). The ANOVAs supported that “had fallen in the past year” was associated with “stores are within easy walking distance,” “easy to walk to a transit stop” and “there is a dirt strip that separates the streets from the sidewalks.” The fall experience was more likely to associate with the sedentary lifestyle and the comorbidities such as diabetes, fatigues, muscle spasms, and chronic pain. To summarize, the built environment increased the incidence of falls in the past year. Those who had fallen had poor health conditions. Further studies are needed for older adults to engage in physical activity. It is essential to develop the age-friendly support systems and accommodations to local walking in this community.

scholarly journals Leisure participation amongst Hong Kong Chinese older adults

2004 ◽  
Vol 24 (4) ◽  
pp. 617-629 ◽  
Author(s):  
KEE-LEE CHOU ◽  
NELSON W. S. CHOW ◽  
IRIS CHI
Keyword(s):  
Older Adults ◽  
Hong Kong ◽  
Leisure Activities ◽  
Leisure Activity ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Cross Sectional Survey ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Chinese Older Adults ◽  
Welfare Benefits ◽  
Gender Education

Gerontologists have recognised the important influence of leisure activity on the mental and physical health of older adults. To date, however, there have been few studies of the patterns of participation in leisure activity among older adults in Hong Kong. This study examines a large representative sample of Hong Kong older adults and the associations between their socio-economic and health characteristics and their leisure activities. The data are from a cross-sectional survey of 2,180 respondents aged 60 or more years, conducted in 2000 by the Hong Kong Census and Statistics Department. There were full records for 2,144 respondents. Among the participation rates in the seven categories of leisure activities, watching television or listening to radio was the highest, while the lowest was for playing mahjong or cards. The characteristics that significantly correlated with the level of participation differed by the activity. Although no consistent pattern emerged, gender, education, employment status, receiving welfare benefits, self-rated health and functional impairment were the strongest correlates for most types of leisure activity. The paper is concluded by comparing the results with previous findings, and by discussing the service implications of the findings, the limitations of the study, and directions for future research.

scholarly journals Healthcare Professionals Promotion of Physical Activity with Older Adults: A Survey of Knowledge and Routine Practice

2021 ◽  
Vol 18 (11) ◽  
pp. 6064
Author(s):  
Conor Cunningham ◽  
Roger O’Sullivan
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Older Adults ◽  
Healthcare Professionals ◽  
Physical Activity Promotion ◽  
Routine Practice ◽  
National Guidelines ◽  
Cross Sectional Survey ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Activity Promotion ◽  
Promotion Of Physical Activity

Healthcare professionals have a key role in promoting physical activity, particularly among populations at greatest risk of poor health due to physical inactivity. This research aimed to develop our understanding of healthcare professionals knowledge, decision making and routine practice of physical activity promotion with older adults. A cross-sectional survey was conducted with practicing healthcare professionals in general practice, physiotherapy, occupational therapy and nursing in Ireland and Northern Ireland. We received 347 eligible responses, with 70.3% of all respondents agreeing that discussing physical activity is their job and 30.0% agreeing that they have received suitable training to initiate conversations with patients about physical activity. Awareness of the content and objectives of national guidelines for physical activity varied considerably across the health professions surveyed. Less than a third of respondents had a clear plan on how to initiate discussions about physical activity in routine practice with older adults. Assessment of physical activity was not routine, neither was signposting to physical activity supports. Considering the COVID-19 pandemic and its implications, 81.6% of all respondents agreed that healthcare professionals can play an increased role in promoting physical activity to older adults as part of routine practice. Appropriate education, training and access to resources are essential for supporting healthcare professionals promotion of physical activity in routine practice. Effective physical activity promotion in healthcare settings has the potential for health benefits at a population level, particularly in older adult populations.

scholarly journals Prevalence of Sleep Disturbance and correlates in Chinese Older Adults with type 2 diabetes

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Yu-Xing Gong ◽  
Cai-Lan Hou ◽  
Shi-Bin Wang ◽  
Fei Wang ◽  
Zhuo-Hui Huang ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Type 2 Diabetes ◽  
Older Adults ◽  
Sleep Disturbance ◽  
Sleep Disturbances ◽  
Demographic Data ◽  
Cross Sectional Survey ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Chinese Older Adults ◽  
Significant Difference

Abstract Objective To examine the prevalence of sleep disturbances, the socio-demographic and clinical correlates in Chinese older adults with type 2 diabetes (T2DM). Methods A cross-sectional survey of 195 patients with T2DM was conducted using standardized instruments. Results The prevalence of any type of sleep disturbances was 38.5%, the incidence of DIS, DMS, and EMA were 23.6%, 25.6% and 26.2%, respectively. No statistically significant difference was observed in socio-demographic data between participants with and without sleep disturbances except age. Sleep disturbances were associated with more severe depressive symptoms and lower quality of life (QOL). Only 32% of patients suffering sleep disturbance received treatment. Conclusions Sleep disturbance is common in Chinese older patients with T2DM, but the rate of treatment appears low. More aggressive measures should be implemented to improve the assessment and treatment of sleep disturbances in patients with T2DM.

scholarly journals Effect of sociodemographic and physical activity on cognitive function in older adults: A nationwide cross‐sectional survey

2018 ◽  
Vol 34 (2) ◽  
pp. 243-248 ◽  
Author(s):  
Yuting Zhang ◽  
Yaohua Gu ◽  
Yupeng Zhang ◽  
Xiangxiang Liu ◽  
Yanan Zhang ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Older Adults ◽  
Cognitive Function ◽  
Cross Sectional Survey ◽  
Cross Sectional

scholarly journals Effects of COVID-19 Lockdown on Physical Activity and Dietary Behaviors in Kuwait: A Cross-Sectional Study

Nutrients ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 13 (7) ◽  
pp. 2252
Author(s):  
Ahmad Salman ◽  
Kennedy Ouma Sigodo ◽  
Fatima Al-Ghadban ◽  
Badreya Al-Lahou ◽  
Maha Alnashmi ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Vegetable Consumption ◽  
Negative Impact ◽  
Dietary Behaviors ◽  
Quality Of Sleep ◽  
Cross Sectional Survey ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Sugary Drinks ◽  
The Impact

The Coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemic has brought about drastic measures that have significantly altered the norms of daily living. These measures have affected human behaviors in disparate ways. This study seeks to understand the impact of the pandemic on physical activity and dietary behavior among adults living in Kuwait. A cross-sectional survey was conducted between 18 June and 15 July 2020, using a questionnaire disseminated through social media, including WhatsApp and Facebook. The target population was individuals aged 21 years or older living in the State of Kuwait. The study included 679 respondents; 57.9% were females, and 67.7% were Kuwaiti nationals. Both genders reported an increased consumption of vegetables, fruits, and carbohydrates, and a decreased consumption of fish and sugary drinks. Compared to males, females reported eating more during the outbreak than their pre-pandemic eating behaviors (32.3% vs. 35.9%, p < 0.05). Approximately one-third of respondents (33.1%) reported performing less than 30 min of physical activity or exercise in a week, and 36.4% of respondents rated their quality of sleep as ‘poor’ or ‘very poor’. The rate of smoking cigarettes among males was significantly higher than in females (40.6% vs. 5.3%, p < 0.001). Physical activity was positively correlated with vegetable consumption and quality of sleep. Quality of sleep was negatively correlated with the consumption of sweets and snacks, just as the consumption of vegetables was negatively correlated with the consumption of sugary drinks. The overall negative impact of the COVID-19 pandemic in Kuwait necessitates the development of health promotion interventions to support positive physical activity and dietary behaviors using alternative coping strategies among the residents of Kuwait.

Barriers and Facilitators for the Romanian Older Adults in Enjoying Physical Activity Health-Related Benefits

2021 ◽  
Vol 13 (22) ◽  
pp. 12511
Author(s):  
Constanta Urzeala ◽  
Veronica Popescu ◽  
Daniel Courteix ◽  
Georgeta Mitrache ◽  
Mihaela Roco ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Older Adults ◽  
Urban Areas ◽  
Leisure Activities ◽  
The Elderly ◽  
Health Condition ◽  
Physical Activities ◽  
Cross Sectional Survey ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Physically Active

Older adults are considered a vulnerable category within the population, which is exposed to an accelerated risk of functional degeneration. The purpose of this study was to explore different facilitating factors and possible existing barriers to being physically active in older age in urban areas of Romania. A cross-sectional survey was conducted among 172 participants who were asked to assess their health, on a scale from 1 to 3, and to fill out two questionnaires: 1. Physical Activity Scale for the Elderly; 2. Depression, Anxiety, and Stress Scale. Participants were also asked to specify to what extent they performed different leisure activities during the last week. SPSS was used for data analysis. The chi-squared test, t-test, ANOVA, and MANOVA emphasised the differences between participants, at p < 0.05. Regarding health condition, 27.3% of participants responded that their health was good, 53.5%—satisfactory, and 19.2%—not so good. The results showed significant differences between older adults participating in Elderly Clubs and non-participants, only in terms of PASE leisure. There were significant multivariate effects of the variables Gender and Stable life partner regarding PASE leisure. Weak negative correlations were identified between leisure physical activities and emotional state. Among the proposed leisure activities, watching TV and listening to music represented the most frequent preferences of the participants. The older adults participating in this study preferred to become involved with different physical activities, in conjunction with their habits, health, age, sex, stable life partner, and Elderly Club participation.

scholarly journals Dietary and Lifestyle Behaviors of Bangladeshi-Americans in Southeast Michigan

2021 ◽  
Vol 5 (Supplement_2) ◽  
pp. 159-159
Author(s):  
Anahita Mistry ◽  
Dina Haque
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Dietary Habits ◽  
Vegetable Consumption ◽  
South Asians ◽  
Dietary Guidelines ◽  
Lifestyle Behaviors ◽  
Culturally Appropriate ◽  
Fruit And Vegetable ◽  
Cross Sectional Survey ◽  
Cross Sectional

Abstract Objectives South Asians, including Bangladeshis have a high incidence of chronic disease. The Metro-Detroit area has one of the largest populations of Bangladeshi-Americans in the USA. There is insufficient research on their dietary habits and lifestyle which are important determinants of health. The objective of this research was to investigate the dietary and lifestyle behaviors of Bangladeshi-Americans in Michigan, and compare them with the recommended dietary guidelines. Methods A culturally appropriate cross sectional survey with 25 questions was created and completed by residents (n = 49, 18 + years) of Bangladeshi descent living in Michigan. Quantitative and qualitative data regarding socioeconomic status, diet, physical activity, sleep and health were gathered. Data were analyzed using excel. Fruit and vegetable intakes were compared to the Dietary Guidelines for Americans recommendations. Results The majority (69%) of survey respondents were women. Only 36% of the participants consumed fruits daily; 62% of participants consumed vegetables every day. Rice was a daily staple consumed by 75% of respondents. Thirty seven % of participants reported that they were overweight while 66% were trying to lose weight. Barely 37% of participants exercised for 30 minutes or more daily. Only 16% reported getting the required 8 hours of sleep daily. Cardiovascular disease, hyperlipidemia, hypertension and diabetes were commonly present and 53% reported taking medication daily. Conclusions Most participants did not meet Dietary Guidelines recommendations for fruit and vegetable consumption or for physical activity. Further research into culturally appropriate lifestyle interventions and health education strategies to reduce the burden of disease in this vulnerable population is needed. Funding Sources NA.

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