scholarly journals Perceived Competence as a Mediator in Parental Engagement in Speech Therapy

2021 ◽  
Vol 29 (3) ◽  
Author(s):  
Nurfariha Mdshah ◽  
Zainal Madon ◽  
Nellie Ismail
Keyword(s):  
Speech Therapy ◽  
Critical Factor ◽  
Perceived Competence ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Parental Engagement ◽  
Language Intervention ◽  
Speech And Language ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Parental Expectation ◽  
Mediation Analyses

Parental engagement has been recognised as a critical factor in providing optimal speech therapy services to children. However, it continues to be challenging for clinicians to effectively engage parents in speech and language intervention for their children. Therefore, this study was conducted to investigate the roles of parental expectation and parent-therapist communication on parental engagement in speech therapy and to determine the contribution of the parent’s perceived competence as a mediator. A total of 389 respondents were selected from government hospitals in Malaysia for this cross-sectional study. Four instruments were administered: Parental Expectation Scale, Therapist-Parent Communication Questionnaire, Perceived Competence Scale, and Parent Home-programme Compliance Questionnaire. In addition, descriptive, bivariate, and mediation analyses were performed using SPSS and Smart-PLS software to address the study objectives. The results showed that perceived competence partially mediated the relationship between communication and expectation on parental engagement. Thus, it can be concluded that to ensure parental engagement in a child’s intervention which is vital for a better outcome. Parents need to be competent and believe strongly in their capabilities to practise in speech and language intervention. Moreover, policymakers and clinicians should focus on strategies that can improve parental expectations and communication.

scholarly journals A Cross-Sectional Study of School Experiences of Boys with Duchenne and Becker Muscular Dystrophy

2016 ◽  
Vol 35 (2) ◽  
pp. 1-22 ◽  
Author(s):  
Aida Soim ◽  
Molly Lamb ◽  
Kimberly Campbell ◽  
Shree Pandya ◽  
Holly Peay ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Muscular Dystrophy ◽  
Speech Therapy ◽  
Becker Muscular Dystrophy ◽  
Educational Interventions ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Research Network ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Resource Room ◽  
Instructional Assistant

The objectives of this study were to investigate types of supportive school services received and factors related to provision of these services. We conducted a cross-sectional study to describe the school experience of males with Duchenne and Becker muscular dystrophies. Study subjects were identified through the Muscular Dystrophy Surveillance, Tracking, and Research Network. Non-ambulatory males with Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD) were significantly more likely to use an instructional assistant and resource room support when compared to ambulant males with DMD at the time of the caregiver interview. Males with DMD who received occupational therapy were more likely to use an instructional assistant, while those who received speech therapy were more likely to repeat a grade, use an instructional assistant, and receive resource room support. Males with DMD whose primary caregivers had less than 12 years of education were more likely to use an instructional assistant and resource room support. Non-ambulatory males with DMD should continue receiving appropriate school accommodations so they can keep pace with their physical demands. Males with DMD with speech deficits should be considered for various educational interventions.

scholarly journals Conhecimento e atitudes de estudantes da área da saúde sobre a doação de córneas

2020 ◽  
Vol 30 (1) ◽  
pp. 35854
Author(s):  
Isabela Mirandola Bartolomeu ◽  
Sidney Júlio Faria e Sousa ◽  
Miriane Lucindo Zucoloto ◽  
Edson Zangiacomi Martinez
Keyword(s):  
Speech Therapy ◽  
Corneal Transplantation ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Sao Paulo ◽  
São Paulo ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Knowing That ◽  
Knowledge Questionnaire ◽  
Corneal Donation ◽  
The University

Aims: assess the knowledge and attitudes toward corneal donation among health sciences undergraduate students.Methods: this is an observational, descriptive, cross-sectional study, that included students enrolled in the undergraduate courses in Speech Therapy, Nutrition and Metabolism, Physical Therapy and Occupational Therapy, offered by the University of São Paulo at Ribeirão Preto Medical School (FMRP), University of São Paulo (USP), Ribeirão Preto campus. The students responded to a structured instrument in the classroom. A questionnaire containing 16 items regarding knowledge about corneal transplantation and questions about attitudes towards donation was applied. The questionnaire was based on instruments used in similar studies.Results: 335 students (83.1% female) participated in the research. Only 6.6% reported knowing how to proceed to be a corneal donor, and 55.5% reported knowing that corneal removal can only be performed after the donor’s death. Among the 16 items of the knowledge questionnaire, the students had a mean of only 5.6 correct answers, with a standard deviation of 3.1.Conclusions: the knowledge of the interviewed students about corneal donation is quite unsatisfactory. Given the known shortage of corneas for transplantation, educational actions are needed to make these future professionals able to spread the practice of corneal donation among their future patients and their families.

scholarly journals Parental Engagement and Adolescents Mental Health Wellbeing: Cross-Sectional Study from Sri Lanka

2021 ◽  
Vol 8 (4) ◽  
pp. 45-52
Author(s):  
Gajarishiyan Rasalingam ◽  
◽  
Arrosan Rajalingam ◽  
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Sri Lanka ◽  
Secondary Analysis ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Parental Engagement ◽  
Local Context ◽  
Parental Supervision ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Logistic Regression Models ◽  
Parents And Children

Background: Parental engagement is one of the key factors that can influence adolescents mentalhealth status, although these associations are not fully measured in the local context. This study willestimate the prevalence and association of parental engagement with adolescents and mental healthstatus in Sri Lanka. Method: This current study is a secondary analysis of nationally representativedata for Sri Lanka. The data was collected from 3262 school attending students in grades 8-12 inthe Sri Lankan Global School-based health survey (GSHS) 2016. A two-stage cluster sample designwas used to select the representation of samples. The binary variables i.e. loneliness, anxiety andsuicidal ideation, were modelled using multivariable logistic regression models with predictorsrepresenting gender, age, grade, parental supervision and parental understanding. Result: It isestimated that the prevalence of parental supervision and parental understanding is 85.3% and78.5%, respectively. The analysis of both good parental supervision and parenting understandinghas reduced the loneliness, anxiety and suicidal thoughts among the adolescents population,compared to those who don't have good parental engagement. Conclusion: It is seen that there isa higher prevalence of parental and children engagement in Sri Lanka compared to otherdemographical regions. However, the prevalence of mental health remains higher as compared tothe global average. The results suggest that national policies and programs should be integrated forboth parents and children. Parents need more knowledge on good parenting, while adolescents needsupport on coping with their mental health.

scholarly journals Perception of 1 MBBS students about educational environment through ‘DREEM’ questionnaire

2022 ◽  
Vol 8 (3) ◽  
pp. 111-116
Author(s):  
Atul R Rukadikar ◽  
Charushila Rukadikar ◽  
Nitesh Jaiswal
Keyword(s):  
Medical Students ◽  
Student Perceptions ◽  
Social Life ◽  
Critical Factor ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Educational Environment ◽  
Undergraduate Medical Students ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Education Environment ◽  
Medical Education Program

In an undergraduate (UG) medical education program, the educational environment is a critical factor of effective outcomes. Because it is a proven approach for this assessment in medical schools, the Dundee Ready Education Environment Measure (DREEM) was employed in this study.1. To assess the student’s perception of the educational environment using the Dundee Ready Educational Environment Measure (DREEM) questionnaire among 1st-year undergraduate medical students. 2. To identify the strengths and weaknesses in student’s educational environment.A cross-sectional study was carried out among first-year medical students. To obtain student perceptions of the educational environment, a widely accepted DREEM questionnaire was employed. The DREEM questionnaire is divided into five sections, each of which has 50 statements that are rated on a five-point Likert scale (0–4). The questionnaire was distributed to consented individuals (n=150) after receiving ethical approval. The filled questions were collected and statistically evaluated. The data were presented as mean and standard deviation, frequency, and percentages. The responses were analyzed and interpreted using McAleer and Roff's practical recommendations.There was a 100% response rate. The average DREEM score was 124.9 ± 50 (62.46%). Among the five DREEM dimensions, students' perceptions of learning received the highest score (65.63%), while students' perceptions of the environment received the lowest (59.31 %).Statements “I have good friends in this college”, “My social life is good” and “I am confident about passing this year” scored ≥ 3 of 4 points.“A more positive than negative perception,” according to the total mean DREEM score. Student confidence, social life, instructor knowledge, encouragement to participate in a teaching session, teacher preparedness, and having excellent friends on campus received the most positive answers. However, there is space for development in areas where there is a lack of expertise, such as student ennui and creative teaching.

scholarly journals A szégyen mediációs szerepe a stigma és az életminőség kapcsolatában coeliakiában szenvedő betegek körében.

2021 ◽  
Vol 162 (49) ◽  
pp. 1968-1976
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Coeliac Disease ◽  
Psychological Symptoms ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Mediation Analyses ◽  
Mediating Role

Összefoglaló. Bevezetés: A coeliakia és a kapcsolódó terhek befolyásolják az érintettek életminőségét. A krónikus betegségekkel járó stigmatizáció hozzájárul a fizikai tünetek és a lelki panaszok fokozódásához, valamint az egészségmagatartás csökkenéséhez. Mindez szükségessé teszi a krónikus megbetegedések kapcsán a stigmatizáció felismerését, felmérését és kezelését. Célkitűzések: Fő célunk a 8 tételes Stigmatizáció Krónikus Betegségekben Kérdőív (SSCI-8) magyar adaptációja és pszichometriai vizsgálata volt coeliakiások körében. További célunk volt megvizsgálni a szégyen közvetítő szerepét a stigmatizáció és a jóllét között. Módszerek: A kutatás önbeszámolós, online kérdőíves, keresztmetszeti vizsgálatként zajlott (n = 85, átlagéletkor: 37,64, 91,8% nő). Az SSCI-8 mellett felvételre kerültek a szégyenélményt, a coeliakiás életminőséget, a jóllétet mérő kérdőívek. A kutatási célok tesztelése megerősítő faktorelemzéssel, korrelációs és mediációs elemzésekkel történt. Eredmények: Az SSCI-8 faktorelemzése során az egydimenziós modell megfelelő illeszkedést mutatott magas belső konzisztenciaértékek mellett. A mediációs modellek szerint a magasabb stigmatizáció a magasabb szégyenélményen keresztül járulhat hozzá a pszichés jóllét (coeliakiás életminőség, jóllét) csökkenéséhez. Megbeszélés: Az SSCI-8 rövid, átfogó kérdőívként megbízhatóan és érvényesen mérte a krónikus betegségben tapasztalt stigmatizációt a jelen coeliakiás mintán. Eredményeink alátámasztják, hogy a stigmatizáció és a szégyen fontos szerepet tölt be a jóllét csökkenésében. Következtetés: A nemzetközileg széles körben alkalmazott SSCI-8 adaptálására került sor, mely hazai kutatásokban és az egészségügyi ellátásban is hasznos mérőeszköz lehet. Az eredmények rávilágítanak, hogy a stigmatizáció és a szégyenélmény további kutatása szükséges, különösen a hatékony pszichoszociális intervenciók kifejlesztését megcélozva. Hatékony pszichológiai segítség révén a szégyen és a stigmatizáltság mérséklésével javulhat a coeliakiával élők fizikai és lelki állapota, ami a gluténmentes diéta betartása révén hozzájárulhat a betegség okozta tünetek és szövődmények mérsékléséhez. Orv Hetil. 2021; 162(49): 1968–1976. Summary. Introduction: Coeliac disease can detrimentally affect well-being. Stigmatization related to a chronic disease can enhance physical and psychological symptoms and negatively influence health behaviour, hence, stigma in chronic diseases needs to be addressed. Objectives: Our main goal was to psychometrically evaluate the Hungarian adaptation of the Stigma Scale for Chronic Illness-8 (SSCI-8). Further aim was to examine the mediating role of shame on the relationship between stigmatization and well-being aspects among individuals with coeliac disease. Methods: This cross-sectional study collected data using online questionnaires based on self-reports (n = 85, mean age: 37.64 years, 91.8% women). Instruments assessed levels of stigmatization, shame experience, quality of life in coeliac disease and well-being. Confirmatory factor, correlation and mediation analyses were used. Results: Factor analysis showed adequate fit for a unidimensional model with high internal consistency. Mediation models showed that higher levels of stigmatization can contribute to decreased levels of quality of life in coeliac disease and well-being via increased levels of shame. Discussion: The SSCI-8 is a short, valid, reliable instrument measuring stigmatization in the current sample of people with coeliac disease. The results highlight the role of stigma and shame in the decrease of well-being. Conclusion: The adapted version of the SSCI-8 can be a useful tool in Hungarian research and healthcare. The results suggest that stigmatization and shame need further attention to develop effective intervention which can reduce their effect and enhance adherence to gluten-free diet and improve physical and psychological well-being. Orv Hetil. 2021; 162(49): 1968–1976.

scholarly journals Hearing Loss in the Elderly: Is the Hearing Handicap Inventory for the Elderly - Screening Version Effective in Diagnosis When Compared to the Audiometric Test?

2017 ◽  
Vol 22 (01) ◽  
pp. 001-008 ◽  
Author(s):  
Alexandre Servidoni ◽  
Lucieni Conterno
Keyword(s):  
Hearing Loss ◽  
Speech Therapy ◽  
Early Recognition ◽  
The Elderly ◽  
Target Population ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Public Health Issue ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Hearing Handicap ◽  
Audiometric Test

Introduction Hearing losses inherent to the natural process of aging represent today a major public health issue, despite the little attention that their adequate care still receives. Early recognition and proper management of these shortcomings can significantly improve hearing, as well as the patient's general quality of life, reducing the overall impact of this important and prevalent condition of the aging process. Objective The aim of this research was to evaluate the accuracy of the Hearing Handicap Inventory for the Elderly - Screening Version (HHIE-S) in the diagnosis of hearing loss in the elderly when compared with the audiometric test. Methods Through a cross-sectional study, our target population was composed of 138 individuals, aged over 60 and with any otorhinolaryngological complaints, recruited at the Clinic of Otorhinolaryngology and Speech Therapy of the Faculdade de Medicina de Marília (Famema), in the city of Marília, SP, Brazil. Patients already in the process of auditory rehabilitation were excluded, as well as those who did not demonstrate the minimum level of oral understanding necessary to allow the interview. Results The prevalence of hearing loss according to the questionnaire was of 76.1%, while audiometry showed 79.7%. We found the diagnostic accuracy of the instrument to be of 86.2%, with a sensitivity of 89.1% and a specificity of 75.0%, regardless of gender. Conclusion Thereby, we conclude that the standardized questionnaire under rating is suitable for the screening of hearing loss in the elderly, given its high accuracy and user-friendly quality.

Iranian nurses’ professional competence in spiritual care in 2014

2015 ◽  
Vol 24 (4) ◽  
pp. 462-473 ◽  
Author(s):  
Mohsen Adib-Hajbaghery ◽  
Samira Zehtabchi ◽  
Ismail Azizi Fini
Keyword(s):  
Spiritual Care ◽  
Professional Competence ◽  
Personal Information ◽  
Personal Characteristics ◽  
Holistic Approach ◽  
Perceived Competence ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Teaching Hospitals ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Significant Difference

Background: The holistic approach views the human as a bio-psycho-socio-spiritual being. Evidence suggests that among these dimensions, the spiritual one is largely ignored in healthcare settings. Objectives: This study aimed to evaluate Iranian nurses’ perceived professional competence in spiritual care, the relationship between perceived competence and nurses’ personal characteristics, and barriers to provide spiritual care. Research design: A cross-sectional study was conducted in the year 2014. Participants and research context: The study population consisted of nurses working in teaching hospitals in Kashan city. Using a stratified, systematic random method, 250 samples were selected from a total of 1400 nurses. An indigenous instrument was used to assess the nurses’ competencies in spiritual care. Ethical considerations: A research ethics committee approved the study. All the participants were briefed on the study aims, were assured of the confidentiality of their personal information, and signed a written informed consent. Results: Among a total of 250 nurses, 239 answered the questionnaire completely, and in total, 23%, 51%, and 26% had poor, moderate, and favorable competence in spiritual care, respectively. No significant differences were found between the mean competence scores of spiritual care in terms of gender, marital status, employment status, and level of qualification. Significant difference was found between nurses’ overall score of competence in spiritual care and receiving training on spiritual care, nurses’ position, and the ward they worked in. Discussion: Confirming the findings of the international literature, this study puts light on the situation of nurses’ perceived competence and barriers to providing spiritual care in Iran as an eastern and Islamic context. Conclusion: Three-quarters of the nurses had moderate or unfavorable competence in spiritual care. Due to the crucial role of spiritual care in quality of care and patient satisfaction, nurses should be trained and supported to provide spiritual care.

The relation of trait and state mindfulness with satisfaction and physical activity: A cross-sectional study in 305 Dutch participants

2016 ◽  
Vol 22 (10) ◽  
pp. 1221-1232 ◽  
Author(s):  
Kalliopi-Eleni Tsafou ◽  
Joyca PW Lacroix ◽  
Raymond van Ee ◽  
Charlotte DW Vinkers ◽  
Denise TD De Ridder
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Trait Mindfulness ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Mediation Analyses ◽  
State Mindfulness ◽  
Indirect Path ◽  
Cross Sectional Design ◽  
Relationship Of

Previous research has shown that satisfaction mediates the relationship of state mindfulness (i.e. during physical activity) with physical activity. This study aimed to replicate this finding and to explore the role of trait mindfulness with a cross-sectional design. In all, 305 participants completed measures on trait and state mindfulness, satisfaction with physical activity, and physical activity. Mediation analyses were used. Satisfaction mediated the effect of state mindfulness on physical activity. Trait mindfulness related to physical activity via an indirect path, namely through two consecutive mediators, first state mindfulness and then satisfaction. Our results suggest that to enhance satisfaction, both state and trait mindfulness should be considered.

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