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O’Donnell S, Lohan M, Oliffe JL, Grant D, Richardson N, Galway K. Men's mental health and the arts: perceived benefits and dynamics of engagement. Health Promot Int 2023; 38:daad092. [PMID: 37590385 PMCID: PMC10433405 DOI: 10.1093/heapro/daad092] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 08/19/2023] Open
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Arts engagement is gaining recognition as a non-clinical approach to promote mental health and well-being. However, the perceived utility of the arts to promote mental health among men with low socioeconomic status (SES) and how to best engage them is underexplored. This study explores the lived experiences of men with low SES who engage with the arts in Northern Ireland (n = 41). Data collected via focus groups (n = 5) and interviews (n = 11) were analysed using reflexive thematic analysis to inductively derive four themes. Theme 1 highlights how the arts facilitated friendship, a collective identity, peer support and a reason to socialize. Themes 2 and 3 explore how the arts enhanced self-esteem and emotional regulation by developing a routine, purpose, sense of mastery, a sense of catharsis through immersion in a soothing endeavour and an alternative outlet for self-expression. Theme 4 covers strategies that facilitate male engagement in the arts such as using a familiar space, delivering to an existing male group, framing the programme around male interests not health or creativity, building on existing strengths and capacities, enabling ownership, using tangible action-orientated activities, and being non-authoritative and flexible with delivery. This is one of the first studies to highlight the gendered dimensions in which men with low SES engage with and experience mental health benefits through arts engagement. This study points towards relevant theories to further understand the pathways between the arts and improved mental health among men which can inform development of tailored arts programmes for men.
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- Shane O’Donnell
- Department of Health and Sports Sciences, The National Centre for Men’s Health, South East Technological University, Kilkenny Road Campus, Kilkenny Road, Carlow R93 V960, Ireland
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- School of Nursing and Midwifery, Queen’s University Belfast, Medical Biology Centre, 97 Lisburn Road, Belfast BT9 7BL, UK
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- School of Nursing, University of British Columbia, 302-6190 Agronomy Road, Vancouver, British Columbia V6T 1Z3, Canada
- Department of Nursing, University of Melbourne, Grattan Street, Parkville, Victoria 3010, Australia
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- School of Arts, English and Languages, Queen’s University Belfast, 2 University Square, Belfast BT7 1NN, UK
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- Department of Health and Sports Sciences, The National Centre for Men’s Health, South East Technological University, Kilkenny Road Campus, Kilkenny Road, Carlow R93 V960, Ireland
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- School of Nursing and Midwifery, Queen’s University Belfast, Medical Biology Centre, 97 Lisburn Road, Belfast BT9 7BL, UK
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Sharp P, Caperchione CM, Brown GA, Stadnyk A, Marin E, Hulin B, Wade J, Mott B, Gabriel M, Impellizzeri F, Fullagar HHK. A pragmatic strength and conditioning intervention for firefighters: Feasibility of the Tactical Athlete Resilience Program (TARP). Health Promot J Austr 2023; 34:60-69. [PMID: 36054639 PMCID: PMC10091986 DOI: 10.1002/hpja.656] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/27/2022] [Revised: 08/04/2022] [Accepted: 08/28/2022] [Indexed: 01/27/2023] Open
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ISSUE ADDRESSED Firefighting is physically and mentally taxing and recruits are expected to have optimal health and fitness. However, physical fitness tends to decline following initial training, placing firefighters at an increased risk for stress and injury. Efforts are needed to engage and support firefighters in maintaining adequate health and fitness to withstand the rigorous demands of their occupation. This study examined the feasibility of TARP, a pragmatic strength and conditioning intervention for metropolitan-based firefighters, delivered in collaboration with a professional National Rugby League club. METHODS A mixed-methods approach was utilised to examine program implementation, recruitment and sample characteristics, intervention satisfaction and acceptability, and participants' response to the intervention. Evaluation measures included field notes taken during steering committee meetings, participant flow data, baseline and follow-up outcome measures, self-report questionnaires, and telephone interviews with a sample of participants. RESULTS Participants (N = 113) were predominantly men (82%) with a mean age of 43 ± 9.3 years and BMI of 26.6 ± 2.9 kg/m2 . Program satisfaction was high (95% very satisfied or somewhat satisfied) among program completers (42% retention). Key strengths of the program included delivery through the professional sports club, quality of facilities and equipment, and scheduling flexibility. Future programs should consider incorporating education or training to support behaviour change maintenance and strategies to retain participants at follow-up. CONCLUSIONS Results provide valuable insights into the design and delivery of interventions for firefighters and demonstrate the importance of strong partnerships between community stakeholders.
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- Paul Sharp
- School of Sport, Exercise and Rehabilitation, University of Technology Sydney, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia.,School of Nursing, University of British Columbia, Vancouver, Canada.,Department of Psychiatry, University of British Columbia, Vancouver, Canada
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- School of Sport, Exercise and Rehabilitation, University of Technology Sydney, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
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- School of Sport, Exercise and Rehabilitation, University of Technology Sydney, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
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- School of Sport, Exercise and Rehabilitation, University of Technology Sydney, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
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- School of Sport, Exercise and Rehabilitation, University of Technology Sydney, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
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- South Sydney Rabbitohs Rugby League Football Club, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
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- South Sydney Rabbitohs Rugby League Football Club, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
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- Fire and Rescue NSW, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
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- Fire and Rescue NSW, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
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- School of Sport, Exercise and Rehabilitation, University of Technology Sydney, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
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- School of Sport, Exercise and Rehabilitation, University of Technology Sydney, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
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McMahon J, Thompson DR, Brazil K, Ski CF. An eHealth intervention (ManGuard) to reduce cardiovascular disease risk in male taxi drivers: protocol for a feasibility randomised controlled trial. Pilot Feasibility Stud 2022; 8:209. [PMID: 36104740 PMCID: PMC9472349 DOI: 10.1186/s40814-022-01163-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/07/2022] [Accepted: 08/25/2022] [Indexed: 11/21/2022] Open
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Background Men are at higher risk then women of developing cardiovascular disease (CVD), and male taxi drivers are a particularly high-risk group because of their typically unhealthy behaviours, such as poor eating habits, smoking and sedentary lifestyle. However, only two studies of behavioural interventions targeting taxi drivers have been identified, one of which reported a high attrition rate. Therefore, an eHealth intervention co-designed by taxi drivers may prove more acceptable and effective. The aim of this study is to assess the feasibility an eHealth intervention (ManGuard) to reduce CVD risk in male taxi drivers. Methods A randomised wait-list controlled trial will be conducted with a sample of 30 male taxi drivers to establish feasibility, including recruitment, engagement, and retention rates. Program usability and participant satisfaction will be assessed by a survey completed by all participants at 3 months after allocation. Additionally, an in-depth qualitative process evaluation to explore acceptability of the intervention will be conducted with a subset of participants by semi-structured telephone interviews. Preliminary efficacy of ManGuard for improving key CVD-related outcomes will be assessed, including biomarkers (total cholesterol, HDL cholesterol, LDL cholesterol, triglycerides, and total/HDL cholesterol ratio), blood pressure, anthropometry (body mass index, body fat percentage, and waist circumference), physical activity (accelerometery, and self-report) and psychosocial status (health-related quality of life, self-efficacy, and social support). Outcomes will be assessed at baseline, 7 weeks, and 3 months after group allocation. The wait-list control group will be offered access to the intervention at the completion of data collection. Discussion eHealth interventions show potential for promoting behaviour change and reducing CVD risk in men, yet there remains a paucity of robust evidence pertaining to male taxi drivers, classified as a high-risk group. This study uses a randomised controlled trial to assess the feasibility of ManGuard for reducing CVD risk in male taxi drivers. It is envisaged that this study will inform a fully powered trial that will determine the effectiveness of eHealth interventions for this high risk and underserved population. Trial registration This trial has been registered prospectively on the ISRCTN registry on 5 January 2022, registration number ISRCTN29693943 Supplementary Information The online version contains supplementary material available at 10.1186/s40814-022-01163-4.
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Petrella AR, Sabiston CM, O’Rourke RH, Santa Mina D, Hamilton RJ, Matthew AG. Process Evaluation of a Sport-Based Supportive Care Intervention for Testicular Cancer Survivors: A Mixed Methods Study. Cancers (Basel) 2022; 14:cancers14112800. [PMID: 35681779 PMCID: PMC9179291 DOI: 10.3390/cancers14112800] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/05/2022] [Revised: 05/30/2022] [Accepted: 05/31/2022] [Indexed: 02/01/2023] Open
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Testicular cancer survivors report unmet supportive care needs that are associated with poorer physical and mental health, yet engagement in traditional supportive care is low. The Ball’s in Your Court intervention was designed to engage testicular cancer survivors in supportive care by leveraging a community-based sport and exercise model. Age-appropriate, gender-sensitized, and disease specific elements were reflected in the intervention design, setting, content, and delivery. The intervention included five weekly health promotion sessions among a group of testicular cancer survivors. The purpose of this study was to explore the intervention’s (i) feasibility and acceptability, (ii) effects on testicular cancer survivors’ perceived health, and (iii) gain feedback for intervention refinement. A total of 10 testicular cancer survivors participated in the pilot and completed questionnaires on demographics, cancer history, perceived health, and physical activity behavior at baseline (pre-intervention) and perceived health and satisfaction with intervention components (post-intervention). Open-ended feedback surveys were collected after each weekly session and researcher field notes were recorded by three members of the study team. One month following the intervention, a focus group was conducted with intervention participants. All participants were satisfied with the intervention. Content analysis of the qualitative data supported intervention acceptability. Visual analysis conducted at the individual level indicated that perceived health either remained stable or improved from pre- to post-intervention. The Ball’s in Your Court intervention provides a feasible and acceptable approach for the delivery of supportive care aimed at improving testicular cancer survivors’ health and wellness. Recommendations for intervention refinement were provided and require future examination.
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- Anika R. Petrella
- Cancer Division, University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, London NW1 2PG, UK;
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- Faculty of Kinesiology and Physical Education, University of Toronto, Toronto, ON M5S 2W6, Canada; (R.H.O.); (D.S.M.)
- Correspondence:
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- Faculty of Kinesiology and Physical Education, University of Toronto, Toronto, ON M5S 2W6, Canada; (R.H.O.); (D.S.M.)
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- Faculty of Kinesiology and Physical Education, University of Toronto, Toronto, ON M5S 2W6, Canada; (R.H.O.); (D.S.M.)
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- The Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, University Health Network, Toronto, ON M5G 2C1, Canada; (R.J.H.); (A.G.M.)
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- The Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, University Health Network, Toronto, ON M5G 2C1, Canada; (R.J.H.); (A.G.M.)
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Bezzina A, Ashton L, Watson T, James CL. Workplace wellness programs targeting weight outcomes in men: A scoping review. Obes Rev 2022; 23:e13410. [PMID: 35076133 DOI: 10.1111/obr.13410] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/21/2021] [Revised: 11/25/2021] [Accepted: 11/28/2021] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
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Workplaces have been identified as a priority setting for the delivery of wellness programs to address risk factors for overweight and obesity. Men in particular may benefit greatly from these types of programs as they are typically harder to engage in health promotion. A scoping review was performed to provide an overview of interventions that have been implemented within the workplace that target weight outcomes in men. A searched of six electronic databases (Medline, Embase, CINAHL, Scopus, Cochrane Database of Systematic Review, and Business Source Ultimate) was conducted from January 2010 to August 2020. Of the 2191 articles identified, 25 were included. The majority took place in North America or Europe (72%). Over half (n = 17, 68%) utilized both a nutrition and physical activity component. Thirteen of the 19 articles (68%) that reported weight as an outcome showed the program to be efficacious in reducing weight. Overall, only seven articles were solely focused on an all-male population. Workplace wellness programs targeting weight outcomes in men have been conducted to some extent, with majority being successful in reducing weight. However, there is a need for more randomized controlled trials (RCTs), long-term follow-up, and male-only programs.
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- Aaron Bezzina
- Centre for Resources Health and Safety, College of Health, Medicine and Wellbeing, University of Newcastle, Callaghan, Australia.,School of Health Sciences, College of Health, Medicine and Wellbeing, University of Newcastle, Callaghan, Australia
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- School of Health Sciences, College of Health, Medicine and Wellbeing, University of Newcastle, Callaghan, Australia.,Priority Research Centre for Physical Activity and Nutrition, University of Newcastle, Callaghan, Australia.,School of Education, College of Human and Social Futures, University of Newcastle, Callaghan, Australia
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- School of Health Sciences, College of Health, Medicine and Wellbeing, University of Newcastle, Callaghan, Australia.,Ethos Health, Newcastle West, Australia
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- Centre for Resources Health and Safety, College of Health, Medicine and Wellbeing, University of Newcastle, Callaghan, Australia.,School of Health Sciences, College of Health, Medicine and Wellbeing, University of Newcastle, Callaghan, Australia
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Soprovich AL, Bottorff JL, Wozniak LA, Oliffe JL, Seaton CL, Duncan MJ, Caperchione CM, Ellehoj ER, Johnson ST. Sleep Health in Male-dominated Workplaces: A Qualitative Study Examining the Perspectives of Male Employees. Behav Sleep Med 2022; 20:224-240. [PMID: 33843386 DOI: 10.1080/15402002.2021.1909594] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/04/2023]
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OBJECTIVE The purpose of this qualitative study was to explore working men's perspectives about sleep health and the intersecting influences of gender and work, describing participant's views on current and potential programming and organizational support to promote sleep health. METHODS Twenty men employed in male-dominated industries in the north-central region of Alberta, Canada, participated in 4 consultation group discussions addressing motivators, facilitators and barriers to sleep health. RESULTS Participants reported sleeping an average of 6.36 (SD ±1.1) hours per night, and the majority worked more than 40 hours per week. Data were analyzed using an inductive approach. The findings provided important insights. In normalizing sleep deprivation and prioritizing the need to "just keep going" on six or less hours of sleep, the men subscribed to masculine ideals related to workplace perseverance, stamina and resilience. Workplace cultures and practices were implicated including normative dimensions of overtime and high productivity and output, amid masculine cultures constraining emotions and conversations about sleep, the sum of which muted avenues for discussing, let alone promoting sleep. Challenges to good sleep were primarily constructed around time constraints, and worry about meeting work and home responsibilities. Men's preferences for workplace support included providing and incentivizing the use of sleep health resources, designing work for sleep health (e.g., shift schedules, overtime policies) and getting advice from experienced coworkers and experts external to the workplace organization. CONCLUSION These findings hold potential for informing future gender-sensitive programming and organizational practices to support sleep health among working men.
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- Institute for Healthy Living and Chronic Disease Prevention; School of Nursing, University of British Columbia, Kelowna, British Columbia, Canada
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- School of Public Health, University of Alberta, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
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- School of Nursing, University of British Columbia, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada.,Department of Nursing, University of Melbourne, Carlton, Victoria, Australia
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- Institute for Healthy Living and Chronic Disease Prevention; School of Nursing, University of British Columbia, Kelowna, British Columbia, Canada
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- School of Medicine & Public Health; Faculty of Health and Medicine, The University of Newcastle, Callaghan, NSW, Australia.,Priority Research Centre for Physical Activity and Nutrition, School of Health Sciences, Faculty of Health and Medicine, The University of Newcastle, Callaghan, NSW, Australia
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- School of Sport, Exercise and Rehabilitation, Human Performance Research Centre, University of Technology Sydney, Sydney, NSW, Australia
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- Faculty of Health Disciplines, Athabasca University, Alberta, Canada
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Nicolson GH, Hayes CB, Darker CD. A Cluster-Randomised Crossover Pilot Feasibility Study of a Multicomponent Intervention to Reduce Occupational Sedentary Behaviour in Professional Male Employees. INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND PUBLIC HEALTH 2021; 18:9292. [PMID: 34501882 PMCID: PMC8431104 DOI: 10.3390/ijerph18179292] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/27/2021] [Revised: 08/27/2021] [Accepted: 08/30/2021] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
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Professional male office employees have been identified as those most at risk of prolonged sedentary time, which is associated with many long-term adverse health conditions. The aim of the study was to assess the acceptability and feasibility of a gender-sensitive multicomponent intervention, guided by the socio-ecological model, to reduce occupational sedentary behaviour by increasing physical activity in professional men. The main elements of the intervention comprised: a Garmin watch with associated web-based platform/smartphone application, an under-desk pedal machine, and management participation and support. A cluster-randomised crossover pilot feasibility trial recruiting professional males was conducted in two workplaces. Mixed methods were used to assess the primary outcomes of recruitment, retention, and acceptability and feasibility of the intervention. Secondary outcomes included objectively measured sedentary behaviour, standing and physical activity. Focus groups were used to explore the acceptability of the intervention in a real-world setting. Twenty-two participants were recruited (mean age 42.9 years (SD 11.0)). Recruitment and retention rates were 73.3% and 95%, respectively. Overall, participants found the intervention acceptable and feasible, and expressed enjoyment of the intervention, however desk set-up issues with the pedal devices were noted. The manual recording of the pedalling bouts was overly burdensome. Preliminary data indicate that the intervention may reduce occupational sedentary behaviour and increase physical activity. This intervention should be further tested in a definitive trial following consideration of the findings of this pilot feasibility trial.
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- Gail Helena Nicolson
- Public Health & Primary Care, Institute of Population Health, Trinity College Dublin, Russell Centre, Tallaght Cross, D24 DH74 Dublin, Ireland; (C.B.H.); (C.D.D.)
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Predictors of Psychological Distress and Mental Health Resource Utilization among Employees in Malaysia. INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND PUBLIC HEALTH 2021; 18:ijerph18010314. [PMID: 33406714 PMCID: PMC7796055 DOI: 10.3390/ijerph18010314] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Download PDF] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/02/2020] [Revised: 12/22/2020] [Accepted: 12/23/2020] [Indexed: 02/06/2023]
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We sought to examine predictors of psychological distress among employees as well as the level of awareness and usage of available mental health resources by employees through their own organizations. The Malaysian Healthiest Workplace survey cross-sectional dataset was used to explore the association between psychological distress, a range of health conditions, as well as mental health resource awareness and usage in a sample of 11,356 working Malaysian adults. A multivariate logistic regression was conducted to determine predictors of high psychological distress. Comorbid illnesses that were associated with psychological distress were mental illness (OR 6.7, 95% CI 4.39-10.14, p = 0.001), heart conditions (OR 2.17, 95% CI 1.18-3.99, p = 0.012), migraines (OR 1.59, 95% CI 1.33-1.90, p = 0.001), bronchial asthma (OR 1.43, 95% CI 1.11-1.85, p = 0.006), and hypertension (OR 1.42, 95% CI 1.07-1.88, p = 0.016) compared to individuals with no comorbid conditions. A total of 14 out of 17 comorbid medical illnesses were associated with elevated levels of psychological distress among employees. Awareness and usage of support services and resources for mental health were associated with lower psychological distress. These findings extend the literature by providing further evidence on the link between chronic illness, occupational type, as well as awareness and use of mental health resources by psychological distress status.
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Seaton CL, Bottorff JL, Soprovich AL, Johnson ST, Duncan MJ, Caperchione CM, Oliffe JL, Rice S, James C, Eurich DT. Men's Physical Activity and Sleep Following a Workplace Health Intervention: Findings from the POWERPLAY STEP Up challenge. Am J Mens Health 2021; 15:1557988320988472. [PMID: 33622063 PMCID: PMC7907949 DOI: 10.1177/1557988320988472] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/18/2020] [Revised: 12/17/2020] [Accepted: 12/28/2020] [Indexed: 11/30/2022] Open
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The workplace provides an important delivery point for health promotion, yet many programs fail to engage men. A gender-sensitive 8-week team challenge-based intervention targeting increased physical activity was delivered at a petrochemical worksite. The purpose of this study was to examine men's pre-post physical activity and sleep following the intervention, as well as to explore program acceptability and gather men's recommendations for health promotion. Pre-post surveys assessed physical activity, sleep, program exposure, acceptability, and suggestions for continued support. Overall, 328 men completed baseline surveys and 186 (57%) completed follow-up surveys. Walking increased by 156.5 min/week, 95% confidence interval (61.2, 251.8), p = .001. Men with higher program exposure increased moderate and vigorous activity 49.4 min more than those with low exposure (p = .026). Sleep duration and quality were higher postintervention, though changes were modest. Program acceptability was high as was intention to maintain physical activity. Men's suggestions to enable physical activity involved workplace practices/resources, reducing workload, and leadership support. These findings suggest that a gender-sensitive physical activity workplace intervention showed promise for improving physical activity and sleep among men. The men's suggestions reflected workplace health promotion strategies, reinforcing the need for employers to support ongoing health promotion efforts.
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Affiliation(s)
- Cherisse L. Seaton
- Institute for Healthy Living and Chronic
Disease Prevention and School of Nursing, University of British Columbia, Okanagan
Campus, Kelowna, BC, Canada
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- Institute for Healthy Living and Chronic
Disease Prevention and School of Nursing, University of British Columbia, Okanagan
Campus, Kelowna, BC, Canada
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- Faculty of Health Disciplines, Athabasca
University, Athabasca, AB, Canada
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- School of Medicine & Public Health,
Faculty of Health and Medicine, The University of Newcastle, Callaghan, NSW,
Australia
- Priority Research Centre for Physical
Activity and Nutrition, School of Health Sciences, Faculty of Health and Medicine,
The University of Newcastle, Callaghan, NSW, Australia
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- School of Sport, Exercise and
Rehabilitation, Human Performance Research Centre, University of Technology Sydney,
Moore Park Precinct, Sydney NSW, Australia
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- School of Nursing, University of British
Columbia, Vancouver, BC, Canada
- Department of Nursing, The University of
Melbourne, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
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- Centre for Youth Mental Health, The
University of Melbourne, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
- Orygen, Parkville, VIC,
Australia
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- Priority Research Centre for Physical
Activity and Nutrition, School of Health Sciences, Faculty of Health and Medicine,
The University of Newcastle, Callaghan, NSW, Australia
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- School of Public Health, University of
Alberta, Edmonton, AB, Canada
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Nicolson GH, Hayes C, Darker C. A theory-based multicomponent intervention to reduce occupational sedentary behaviour in professional male workers: protocol for a cluster randomised crossover pilot feasibility study. Pilot Feasibility Stud 2020; 6:175. [PMID: 33292787 PMCID: PMC7653741 DOI: 10.1186/s40814-020-00716-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/14/2019] [Accepted: 10/27/2020] [Indexed: 11/16/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Prolonged sitting, a significant risk factor for increased morbidity and mortality, is accumulated mostly in the workplace. There is limited research targeting specific at-risk populations to reduce occupational sedentary behaviour. A recent study found that professional males have the longest workplace sitting times. Current evidence supports the use of multi-level interventions developed using participative approaches. This study's primary aims are to test the viability of a future definitive intervention trial using a randomised pilot study, with secondary aims to explore the acceptability and feasibility of a multicomponent intervention to reduce workplace sitting. METHODS Two professional companies in Dublin, Ireland, will take part in a cluster randomised crossover pilot study. Office-based males will be recruited and randomised to the control or the intervention arms. The components of the intervention target multiple levels of influence including individual determinants (via mHealth technology to support behaviour change techniques), the physical work environment (via provision of an under-desk pedal machine), and the organisational structures and culture (via management consultation and recruitment to the study). The outcomes measured are recruitment and retention, minutes spent sedentary, and physical activity behaviours, work engagement, and acceptability and feasibility of the workplace intervention. DISCUSSION This study will establish the acceptability and feasibility of a workplace intervention which aims to reduce workplace SB and increase PA. It will identify key methodological and implementation issues that need to be addressed prior to assessing the effectiveness of this intervention in a definitive cluster randomised controlled trial.
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- Gail Helena Nicolson
- Public Health & Primary Care, Trinity College Dublin, Institute of Population Health, Russell Centre, Tallaght Cross, Dublin, D24 DH74 Ireland
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- Public Health & Primary Care, Trinity College Dublin, Institute of Population Health, Russell Centre, Tallaght Cross, Dublin, D24 DH74 Ireland
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- Public Health & Primary Care, Trinity College Dublin, Institute of Population Health, Russell Centre, Tallaght Cross, Dublin, D24 DH74 Ireland
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Madden SK, Cordon EL, Bailey C, Skouteris H, Ahuja K, Hills AP, Hill B. The effect of workplace lifestyle programmes on diet, physical activity, and weight-related outcomes for working women: A systematic review using the TIDieR checklist. Obes Rev 2020; 21:e13027. [PMID: 32803854 DOI: 10.1111/obr.13027] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/18/2019] [Revised: 03/19/2020] [Accepted: 03/20/2020] [Indexed: 12/20/2022]
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Physical activity and healthy diets are essential for the prevention of obesity and chronic disease that disparately impact women compared with men. Given the number of women engaged in the workforce, workplace interventions could improve lifestyle behaviours and health outcomes for women. This systematic review aimed to identify intervention characteristics of lifestyle programmes or organizational policy changes in the workplace associated with improved diet, physical activity, or weight-related outcomes for working women using the template for intervention description and replication (TIDieR) checklist. Seven databases were searched for controlled studies published up to March 2019 that included a workplace diet and/or physical activity intervention. From 5,318 identified records, 20 studies (23 articles and 26 intervention arms) were included. Data were extracted on diet, physical activity, weight-related outcomes, and TIDieR components. Findings indicated that group delivery may improve physical activity outcomes, and a high number of sessions may benefit weight-related outcomes for physical activity interventions. Mixed interventions that included tailoring and input from non-healthcare professionals may also enhance physical activity. In contrast, the role of mixed interventions in improving diet and weight-related outcomes was less clear. Overall, workplace health programmes were effective at improving lifestyle behaviours for working women.
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- Seonad K Madden
- School of Health Sciences, College of Health and Medicine, University of Tasmania, Launceston, Tasmania, Australia
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- School of Psychology, Deakin University, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
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- Monash Centre for Health Research and Implementation, School of Public Health and Preventive Medicine, Monash University, Clayton, Victoria, Australia
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- Monash Centre for Health Research and Implementation, School of Public Health and Preventive Medicine, Monash University, Clayton, Victoria, Australia
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- School of Health Sciences, College of Health and Medicine, University of Tasmania, Launceston, Tasmania, Australia
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- School of Health Sciences, College of Health and Medicine, University of Tasmania, Launceston, Tasmania, Australia
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- Monash Centre for Health Research and Implementation, School of Public Health and Preventive Medicine, Monash University, Clayton, Victoria, Australia
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Hurt TR, Francis SL, Seawell AH, Krisco MP, Flynn MH, O'Connor MC, Rudolph CS, Hill A. Revising Diabetes Programming for Black Men and Their Families. Glob Qual Nurs Res 2020; 7:2333393620960183. [PMID: 33088849 PMCID: PMC7545759 DOI: 10.1177/2333393620960183] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/15/2020] [Revised: 08/25/2020] [Accepted: 08/31/2020] [Indexed: 12/20/2022] Open
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Type-2 diabetes has increased 160% for African American males in the United States. This two-part study's purpose was to apply social marketing theory to understand the Type-2 diabetes education needs of men in Iowa. Study One was a preference assessment of Type-2 diabetes education strategies. Four African American men participated in a series of four focus groups and indicated that they were interested in diabetes prevention programming with their families but not in having it labeled as diabetes education. Participating men would rather increase their physical activity as opposed to tracking their food intake. As a follow-up to this study, nine other African American males took part in Study Two, which used cooking demonstrations and recipe taste-testing with the men to examine their relationship to food in the context of managing their Type-2 diabetes. The findings of both studies, which provided insight into these African American men's lifestyle as related to their Type-2 diabetes, could be useful for nursing professionals who have a critical role in navigating cultural, gender, and family norms while developing care plans, offering patient education, and promoting quality of life.
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Theoretical underpinnings of interventions that effectively promote physical activity in adult men. GERMAN JOURNAL OF EXERCISE AND SPORT RESEARCH 2020. [DOI: 10.1007/s12662-019-00631-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/25/2022]
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Health and Fitness Benefits But Low Adherence Rate: Effect of a 10-Month Onsite Physical Activity Program Among Tertiary Employees. J Occup Environ Med 2019; 60:e455-e462. [PMID: 30020214 DOI: 10.1097/jom.0000000000001394] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/20/2022]
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OBJECTIVE The aim of this study was to assess the effects of a 10-month structured physical activity intervention implemented within the workplace on overall health indicators among tertiary (office workers) employees. METHODS In this quasi-experimental study, 224 employees followed a 10-month worksite physical activity program. Overall health was assessed at baseline, after 5 months, and by the end of the intervention. RESULTS Fat mass percentage decreased significantly. There was a time effect favoring push-ups, abdominal strength, flexibility, heart rate postexercise, heart rate +30 seconds, and heart rate +60 seconds postexercise. Anxiety, depression, and eating habits also improved. In total, 45% of participants completed the whole intervention. CONCLUSION Although a structured on-site physical activity program supports improved health indicators, adherence remains a concern and requires specialists to develop new strategies.
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Qualitative Exploration of the Feasibility and Acceptability of Workplace-Based Microgrants to Improve Physical Activity: The 10,000 Steps Pedometer Microgrant Scheme. J Occup Environ Med 2019; 60:e406-e411. [PMID: 29851733 DOI: 10.1097/jom.0000000000001376] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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OBJECTIVE Despite the benefits associated with workplace health programs, many organizations are unable to offer them due to financial constraints. To address this barrier, the existing 10,000 Steps program trialed the 10,000 Steps Pedometer Microgrant Scheme. This study assessed the feasibility and acceptability of the Microgrant Scheme. METHODS Semi-structured interviews with employee representatives (n = 19) were used to explore perceptions of the Microgrant Scheme. Thematic inductive analysis was conducted. RESULTS Three main themes emerged: 1) the need for workplace initiatives to address health promotion issues (The Need); 2) the factors associated with the application and implementation process (The Process); and 3) employee and employer benefits associated with the Microgrant Scheme (The Outcomes). CONCLUSION These findings highlight the potential utility of a Microgrant Scheme to extend the reach and long-term sustainability of workplace health promotion activities.
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Seaton CL, Bottorff JL, Jones-Bricker M, Lamont S. The Role of Positive Emotion and Ego-Resilience in Determining Men's Physical Activity Following a Workplace Health Intervention. Am J Mens Health 2019; 12:1916-1928. [PMID: 30334492 PMCID: PMC6199438 DOI: 10.1177/1557988318803744] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/19/2022] Open
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Men are a hard-to-reach group in the promotion of modifiable behaviors such as physical activity. Examining the individual differences among men that might predict positive behavior changes could support customization of health promotion programs. This study examined the role of emotional outlook, positive emotion, and ego-resilience in determining men’s physical activity and health-related quality of life following implementation of a gender-sensitive workplace health intervention. Using a pre–post within-subjects design, computer-assisted telephone interviewing (CATI) was used to collect measures of emotion and ego-resilience along with physical activity and health-related quality of life (using the 12-item short form [SF-12]) at baseline (n = 139) and after 6 months (n = 80) from adult men (Mage = 43.7, SD = 12.5). Baseline emotional outlook and ego-resilience were both positively related to increased physical activity at follow-up among men. Emotional outlook and positive emotion were positively related to ego-resilience, and ego-resilience mediated the relationship between these and the physical component of health-related quality of life. Workplace health interventions that incorporate the promotion of personal resources hold potential for greater impacts.
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- Cherisse L Seaton
- 1 Institute for Healthy Living and Chronic Disease Prevention, University of British Columbia, Kelowna, BC, Canada
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- 2 Institute for Healthy Living and Chronic Disease Prevention and School of Nursing, Faculty of Health and Social Development, University of British Columbia, Kelowna, BC, Canada
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- 4 BC Cancer Agency, Prevention Programs, Vancouver, BC, Canada.,5 Note: This author is no longer affiliated with the BC Cancer Agency, but this was her affiliation when this research was completed
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Lassen AD, Knuthsen P, Bysted A, Andersen EW. The Nutritional Quality of Lunch Meals Eaten at Danish Worksites. Nutrients 2018; 10:nu10101518. [PMID: 30332823 PMCID: PMC6213244 DOI: 10.3390/nu10101518] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/29/2018] [Revised: 09/26/2018] [Accepted: 10/12/2018] [Indexed: 11/16/2022] Open
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Monitoring the nutritional environment is important to help inform future initiatives to improve access to healthy foods. The objective was to examine the nutritional quality of lunch meals eaten at 15 worksite canteens and then to compare with results from a study conducted 10 years before. The duplicate-portion-technique with subsequent chemical analysis was used to quantify 240 customers' lunch intake. Estimated mean energy intake was 2.1 MJ/meal (95% confidence interval (CI): 1.9 to 2.4 g/meal) and estimated energy density 599 kJ/100 g (95% CI 550 to 653 kJ/100 g). Energy density of the male participants' meals were significantly higher compared with the female participants' meals (+55 kJ/100 g, 95% CI: +12 to +98 kJ/100 g, p = 0.012), whereas no gender differences were found in macronutrient distribution or fruit and vegetable intake. Compared to the study conducted 10 years before several significant changes were observed, including an increase in mean estimated intake of fruit and vegetables (+38 g/meal, 95% CI: 19 to 57 g/meal, p < 0.001) and a decrease in energy density (-76 kJ/100 g, 95% CI: -115, -37 kJ/100 g, p < 0.001). In conclusion, this study suggests an equalization of gender differences in fruit and vegetable intake and a possible improvement in the nutritional quality of canteen lunch meals over a 10-year period.
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- Anne D Lassen
- Division of Risk Assessment and Nutrition, National Food Institute, Technical University of Denmark, DK-2800 Lyngby, Denmark.
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- Division of Risk Assessment and Nutrition, National Food Institute, Technical University of Denmark, DK-2800 Lyngby, Denmark.
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- Research Group for Bioactives-Analysis and Application, National Food Institute, Technical University of Denmark, DK-2800 Lyngby, Denmark.
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- Danish Cancer Society Research Center, Statistics and Pharmacoepidemiology, DK-2100 Copenhagen, Denmark.
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Realmuto L, Kamler A, Weiss L, Gary-Webb TL, Hodge ME, Pagán JA, Walker EA. Power Up for Health-Participants' Perspectives on an Adaptation of the National Diabetes Prevention Program to Engage Men. Am J Mens Health 2018. [PMID: 29540130 PMCID: PMC6131458 DOI: 10.1177/1557988318758786] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/21/2022] Open
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The National Diabetes Prevention Program (NDPP) has been effectively
translated to various community and clinical settings; however,
regardless of setting, enrollment among men and lower-income
populations is low. This study presents participant perspectives on
Power Up for Health, a novel NDPP pilot
adaption for men residing in low-income communities in New York City.
We conducted nine interviews and one focus group with seven
participants after the program ended. Interview and focus group
participants had positive perceptions of the program and described the
all-male aspect of the program and its reliance on male coaches as
major strengths. Men felt the all-male adaptation allowed for more
open, in-depth conversations on eating habits, weight loss, body
image, and masculinity. Participants also reported increased knowledge
and changes to their dietary and physical activity habits.
Recommendations for improving the program included making the sessions
more interactive by, for example, adding exercise or healthy cooking
demonstrations. Overall, findings from the pilot suggest this NDPP
adaptation was acceptable to men and facilitated behavior change and
unique discussions that would likely not have occurred in a
mixed-gender NDPP implementation.
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- 1 The New York Academy of Medicine, New York, NY, USA
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- 1 The New York Academy of Medicine, New York, NY, USA.,4 College of Global Public Health, New York University, New York, NY, USA.,5 Leonard Davis Institute of Health Economics, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA, USA
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Avedzi HM, Mathe N, Storey K, Johnson JA, Johnson ST. Examining sex differences in glycemic index knowledge and intake among individuals with type 2 diabetes. Prim Care Diabetes 2018; 12:71-79. [PMID: 28823516 DOI: 10.1016/j.pcd.2017.07.005] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/29/2016] [Revised: 06/29/2017] [Accepted: 07/11/2017] [Indexed: 12/18/2022]
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AIM We examined self-reported dietary behaviours and actual food intakes among adult men and women with type 2 diabetes participating in Alberta's Caring for Diabetes (ABCD) Study. METHODS Participants completed 3-day food records and questions about glycemic index (GI) concept knowledge and dietary behaviours. Daily average GI and glycemic load (GL) were calculated for all carbohydrates consumed. Dietary intake was analyzed using ESHA FoodPro (version 10.13.1). Sex differences in nutrient intakes were explored across categories of GI knowledge and dietary practices. RESULTS Participants (N=170) mean (SD) age 65.8 (9.6) years were 46.5% women, 90.6% Caucasian with a mean BMI of 31.3 (7.0)kg/m2 and diabetes duration of 13.4 (8.6) years. Overall, 60% of men versus 40% of women consumed carbohydrates in quantities below Acceptable Macronutrient Distribution Ranges (AMDR). About 80% of men versus 90% of women consumed proteins above AMDR whereas 60% versus 65% of women consumed fats above AMDR. Fibre intake among men was lower than recommended (p<0.01). Men who reported having knowledge of the GI-concept also reported lower GI intake versus men who did not (p=0.03). CONCLUSION Sex differences exist in low-GI diabetes self-care dietary behaviours among adults with type 2 diabetes participating in this study. Gender-sensitive approaches for enhancing diabetes self-care low-GI dietary behaviour should be explored.
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- School of Public Health, University of Alberta, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada; Centre for Nursing and Health Studies, Faculty of Health Disciplines, Athabasca University, Athabasca, Alberta, Canada
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- School of Public Health, University of Alberta, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
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- Centre for Nursing and Health Studies, Faculty of Health Disciplines, Athabasca University, Athabasca, Alberta, Canada.
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Seaton CL, Bottorff JL, Oliffe JL, Jones-Bricker M, Caperchione CM, Johnson ST, Sharp P. Acceptability of the POWERPLAY Program: A Workplace Health Promotion Intervention for Men. Am J Mens Health 2017; 11:1809-1822. [PMID: 28884636 PMCID: PMC5675272 DOI: 10.1177/1557988317728354] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/15/2022] Open
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The workplace health promotion program, POWERPLAY, was developed, implemented, and comprehensively evaluated among men working in four male-dominated worksites in northern British Columbia, Canada. The purpose of this study was to explore the POWERPLAY program’s acceptability and gather recommendations for program refinement. The mixed-method study included end-of-program survey data collected from 103 male POWERPLAY program participants, interviews with workplace leads, and field notes recorded during program implementation. Data analyses involved descriptive statistics for quantitative data and inductive analysis of open-ended questions and qualitative data. Among participants, 70 (69%) reported being satisfied with the program, 51 (51%) perceived the program to be tailored for northern men, 56 (62%) believed the handouts provided useful information, and 75 (74%) would recommend this program to other men. The findings also highlight program implementation experiences with respect to employee engagement, feedback, and recommendations for future delivery. The POWERPLAY program provides an acceptable approach for health promotion that can serve as a model for advancing men’s health in other contexts.
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- Cherisse L Seaton
- 1 Institute for Healthy Living and Chronic Disease Prevention, School of Nursing, Faculty of Health and Social Development, University of British Columbia, Kelowna, Canada
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- 1 Institute for Healthy Living and Chronic Disease Prevention, School of Nursing, Faculty of Health and Social Development, University of British Columbia, Kelowna, Canada
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- 2 School of Nursing, Faculty of Applied Science, University of British Columbia, Vancouver, Canada
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- 4 School of Health and Exercise Sciences, Faculty of Health and Social Development, University of British Columbia, Kelowna, Canada
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- 5 Centre for Nursing and Health Studies, Athabasca University, Athabasca, Canada
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- 4 School of Health and Exercise Sciences, Faculty of Health and Social Development, University of British Columbia, Kelowna, Canada
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Caperchione CM, Bottorff JL, Oliffe JL, Johnson ST, Hunt K, Sharp P, Fitzpatrick KM, Price R, Goldenberg SL. The HAT TRICK programme for improving physical activity, healthy eating and connectedness among overweight, inactive men: study protocol of a pragmatic feasibility trial. BMJ Open 2017; 7:e016940. [PMID: 28882920 PMCID: PMC5588940 DOI: 10.1136/bmjopen-2017-016940] [Citation(s) in RCA: 20] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/02/2023] Open
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INTRODUCTION Physical activity, healthy eating and maintaining a healthy weight are associated with reduced risk of cardiovascular disease, type 2 diabetes and cancer and with improved mental health. Despite these benefits, many men do not meet recommended physical activity guidelines and have poor eating behaviours. Many health promotion programmes hold little appeal to men and consequently fail to influence men's health practices. HAT TRICK was designed as a 12-week face-to-face, gender-sensitised intervention for overweight and inactive men focusing on physical activity, healthy eating and social connectedness and was delivered in collaboration with a major junior Canadian ice hockey team (age range 16-20 years). The programme was implemented and evaluated to assess its feasibility. This article describes the intervention design and study protocol of HAT TRICK. METHODS AND ANALYSIS HAT TRICK participants (n=60) were men age 35 years, residing in the Okanagan Region of British Columbia, who accumulate 150 min of moderate to vigorous physical activity a week, with a body mass index of >25 kg/m2 and a pant waist size of >38'. Each 90 min weekly session included targeted health education and theory-guided behavioural change techniques, as well as a progressive (ie, an increase in duration and intensity) group physical activity component. Outcome measures were collected at baseline, 12 weeks and 9 months and included the following: objectively measured anthropometrics, blood pressure, heart rate, physical activity and sedentary behaviour, as well as self-reported physical activity, sedentary behaviour, diet, smoking, alcohol consumption, sleep habits, risk of depression, health-related quality of life and social connectedness. Programme feasibility data (eg, recruitment, satisfaction, adherence, content delivery) were assessed at 12 weeks via interviews and self-report. ETHICS AND DISSEMINATION Ethical approval was obtained from the University of British Columbia Okanagan Behavioural Research Ethics Board (reference no H1600736). Study findings will be disseminated through academic meetings, peer-reviewed publication, web-based podcasts, social media, plain language summaries and co-delivered community presentations. TRIAL REGISTRATION NUMBER ISRCTN43361357,Pre results.
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- Cristina M Caperchione
- School of Health and Exercise Sciences, University of British Columbia, Kelowna, British Columbia, Canada
- Institute for Healthy Living and Chronic Disease Prevention, University of British Columbia, Kelowna, British Columbia, Canada
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- Institute for Healthy Living and Chronic Disease Prevention, University of British Columbia, Kelowna, British Columbia, Canada
- School of Nursing, University of British Columbia, Kelowna, Canada
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- School of Nursing, University of British Columbia, Vancouver, Canada
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- Faculty of Health Disciplines, Athabasca University, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
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- MRC/CSO Social and Public Health Sciences Unit, University of Glasgow, Glasgow, UK
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- School of Health and Exercise Sciences, University of British Columbia, Kelowna, British Columbia, Canada
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- School of Health and Exercise Sciences, University of British Columbia, Kelowna, British Columbia, Canada
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- School of Health and Exercise Sciences, University of British Columbia, Kelowna, British Columbia, Canada
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- Department of Urology, University of British Columbia, Vancouver, Canada
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Bottorff JL, Oliffe JL, Sarbit G, Caperchione C, Clark M, Anand A, Howay K. Assessing the feasibility, acceptability and potential effectiveness of an integrated approach to smoking cessation for new and expectant fathers: The Dads in Gear study protocol. Contemp Clin Trials 2017; 54:77-83. [PMID: 28088514 DOI: 10.1016/j.cct.2017.01.002] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/04/2016] [Revised: 01/06/2017] [Accepted: 01/10/2017] [Indexed: 10/20/2022]
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BACKGROUND Evidence related to the effects of tobacco exposure in pregnancy and on infant and child health have focused on women's smoking cessation. Less often addressed is men's smoking, which when continued in fatherhood, reduces the chances of female partners' cessation and can negatively impact children's health as well as men's health. Dads in Gear (DIG) is an innovative program designed specifically for new fathers who want to reduce and quit smoking that includes three components: smoking cessation, fathering, and physical activity. The over-arching purpose of this study is to evaluate the feasibility of the DIG program and provide estimates of program efficacy. The purpose of this article is to describe the rationale and protocol for evaluating the DIG program's feasibility, acceptability and potential effectiveness. METHODS Using a prospective, non-comparative design, the DIG program will be implemented and evaluated in six communities. The program will be offered by trained facilitators to fathers who currently smoke and want to quit. The RE-AIM framework will guide the evaluation. Open-ended questions in participant surveys, and semi-structured interviews and weekly telephone de-briefs with facilitators will provide data for a process evaluation. Estimates of effectiveness include smoking behavior, fathering and physical activity measures at baseline, end of program, and 3-month follow up. CONCLUSION The DIG program could support positive changes with respect to smoking cessation, physical activity and overall health for men. These effects could also promote family health. The program might also provide an effective model for engaging men in other health behavior change.
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- Joan L Bottorff
- Institute for Healthy Living and Chronic Disease Prevention, University of British Columbia, 1147 Research Road, Art 223, Kelowna, British Columbia VIV 1V7, Canada; Faculty of Health Sciences, Australian Catholic University, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia.
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- School of Nursing, University of British Columbia, T201-2211 Westbrook Mall, Vancouver, British Columbia V6T 2B5, Canada.
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- Institute for Healthy Living and Chronic Disease Prevention, University of British Columbia, 1147 Research Road, Art 223, Kelowna, British Columbia VIV 1V7, Canada.
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- School of Health and Exercise Sciences, University of British Columbia, 1147 Research Road, Art 360, Kelowna, British Columbia VIV 1V7, Canada.
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- Institute for Healthy Living and Chronic Disease Prevention, University of British Columbia, 1147 Research Road, Art 223, Kelowna, British Columbia VIV 1V7, Canada.
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- The Bridge Youth and Family Services, #8-2604 Enterprise Way, Kelowna, British Columbia V1X 7Y5, Canada.
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- Institute for Healthy Living and Chronic Disease Prevention, University of British Columbia, 1147 Research Road, Art 223, Kelowna, British Columbia VIV 1V7, Canada.
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Gill DP, Blunt W, De Cruz A, Riggin B, Hunt K, Zou G, Sibbald S, Danylchuk K, Zwarenstein M, Gray CM, Wyke S, Bunn C, Petrella RJ. Hockey Fans in Training (Hockey FIT) pilot study protocol: a gender-sensitized weight loss and healthy lifestyle program for overweight and obese male hockey fans. BMC Public Health 2016; 16:1096. [PMID: 27756351 PMCID: PMC5070306 DOI: 10.1186/s12889-016-3730-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 19] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/15/2016] [Accepted: 09/28/2016] [Indexed: 11/18/2022] Open
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Background Effective approaches that engage men in weight loss and lifestyle change are important because of worldwide increases, including in Canada, in obesity and chronic diseases. Football Fans in Training (FFIT), developed in Scotland, successfully tackled these problems by engaging overweight/obese male football fans in sustained weight loss and positive health behaviours, through program deliveries at professional football stadia. Methods Aims: 1) Adapt FFIT to hockey within the Canadian context and integrate with HealtheSteps™ (evidence-based lifestyle program) to develop Hockey Fans in Training (Hockey FIT); 2) Explore potential for Hockey FIT to help overweight/obese men lose weight and improve other outcomes by 12 weeks, and retain these improvements to 12 months; 3) Evaluate feasibility of recruiting and retaining overweight/obese men; 4) Evaluate acceptability of Hockey FIT; and 5) Conduct program optimization via a process evaluation. We conducted a two-arm pilot pragmatic randomized controlled trial (pRCT) whereby 80 overweight/obese male hockey fans (35–65 years; body-mass index ≥28 kg/m2) were recruited through their connection to two junior A hockey teams (London and Sarnia, ON) and randomized to Intervention (Hockey FIT) or Comparator (Wait-List Control). Hockey FIT includes a 12-week Active Phase (classroom instruction and exercise sessions delivered weekly by trained coaches) and a 40-week Maintenance Phase. Data collected at baseline and 12 weeks (both groups), and 12 months (Intervention only), will inform evaluation of the potential of Hockey FIT to help men lose weight and improve other health outcomes. Feasibility and acceptability will be assessed using data from self-reports at screening and baseline, program fidelity (program observations and coach reflections), participant focus group discussions, coach interviews, as well as program questionnaires and interviews with participants. This information will be analyzed to inform program optimization. Discussion Hockey FIT is a gender-sensitive program designed to engage overweight/obese male hockey fans to improve physical activity and healthy eating choices, thereby leading to weight loss and other positive changes in health outcomes. We expect this study to provide evidence for a full-scale confirmatory pRCT. Trial registration NCT02396524 (Clinicaltrials.gov). Date of registration: Feb 26, 2015.
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- Dawn P Gill
- Centre for Studies in Family Medicine, Department of Family Medicine, Schulich School of Medicine and Dentistry, Western University, London, ON, Canada.,School of Health Studies, Faculty of Health Sciences, Western University, London, Canada
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- Centre for Studies in Family Medicine, Department of Family Medicine, Schulich School of Medicine and Dentistry, Western University, London, ON, Canada
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- Centre for Studies in Family Medicine, Department of Family Medicine, Schulich School of Medicine and Dentistry, Western University, London, ON, Canada
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- School of Kinesiology, Faculty of Health Sciences, Western University, London, Canada
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- MRC/CSO Social and Public Health Sciences Unit, Institute of Health and Wellbeing, College of Medical, Veterinary and Life Sciences, University of Glasgow, Glasgow, UK
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- Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics, Schulich School of Medicine and Dentistry, Western University, London, Canada.,Robarts Clinical Trials, Robarts Research Institute, Western University, London, Canada
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- Centre for Studies in Family Medicine, Department of Family Medicine, Schulich School of Medicine and Dentistry, Western University, London, ON, Canada.,School of Health Studies, Faculty of Health Sciences, Western University, London, Canada.,The Schulich Interfaculty Program in Public Health, Schulich School of Medicine and Dentistry, Western University, London, Canada
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- School of Kinesiology, Faculty of Health Sciences, Western University, London, Canada
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- Centre for Studies in Family Medicine, Department of Family Medicine, Schulich School of Medicine and Dentistry, Western University, London, ON, Canada
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- Institute of Health and Wellbeing, College of Social Sciences, University of Glasgow, Glasgow, UK
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- Institute of Health and Wellbeing, College of Social Sciences, University of Glasgow, Glasgow, UK
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- Institute of Health and Wellbeing, College of Social Sciences, University of Glasgow, Glasgow, UK
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- Centre for Studies in Family Medicine, Department of Family Medicine, Schulich School of Medicine and Dentistry, Western University, London, ON, Canada. .,School of Kinesiology, Faculty of Health Sciences, Western University, London, Canada.
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