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Stapley S, Pentecost C, Collins R, Quinn C, Dawson E, Thom JM, Clare L. 'Caring beyond capacity' during the coronavirus pandemic: resilience and family carers of people with dementia from the IDEAL cohort. INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF CARE AND CARING 2024; 8:246-263. [PMID: 38706535 PMCID: PMC7615928 DOI: 10.1332/239788221x16819328227036] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 05/07/2024]
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Family carers of people with dementia have reported increased caring demands during the COVID-19 pandemic. The aim of this qualitative study was to explore seven family carers' accounts of dementia caregiving one year into the COVID-19 pandemic in England in relation to carer resilience. Themes described the complex challenges of caring during the pandemic, with interviewees burned out and 'caring beyond capacity' due to unmet needs within the caring role, therein highlighting the limitations of building individual resilience only. Timely practical support for carers is essential to protect their well-being and to ward against the potential consequences of carer burnout.
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- University of Exeter, UK, and NIHR Applied Research Collaboration South-West Peninsula, Exeter, UK
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Malhotra C, Chaudhry I, Shah SU, Østbye T, Malhotra R. Trajectories of negative and positive experiences of caregiving for older adults with severe dementia: application of group-based multi-trajectory modelling. BMC Geriatr 2024; 24:172. [PMID: 38373922 PMCID: PMC10875866 DOI: 10.1186/s12877-024-04777-w] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/12/2023] [Accepted: 02/04/2024] [Indexed: 02/21/2024] Open
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BACKGROUND Family caregivers of older adults with severe dementia have negative and positive experiences over the course of caregiving. We aimed to delineate joint trajectories (patterns over time) for negative and positive experiences, identify risk factors associated with membership of joint trajectories, and ascertain the association between joint trajectories and caregivers' outcomes after the death of the older adult. METHODS Two hundred fifteen family caregivers of older adults with severe dementia in Singapore were surveyed every 4 months for 2 years, and 6 months after the death of the older adult. Using group-based multi trajectory modelling, we delineated joint trajectories for positive (Gain in Alzheimer Care Instrument) and negative (sub-scales of modified Caregiver Reaction Assessment) experiences of caregiving. RESULTS We identified four joint trajectories - "very high positive, low negative" (23% of caregivers), "high positive, moderate negative" (28%), "very high positive, moderate negative" (28%), and "high positive, high negative" (21%). Caregivers of older adults with more behavioural symptoms, and who did not receive strong emotional support from family were more likely to have "high positive, moderate negative" or "very high positive, moderate negative" trajectory. Compared to caregivers with "very high positive, low negative" trajectory, caregivers with "very high positive, moderate negative" or "high positive, high negative" trajectories expressed greater grief and distress, with the latter also having lower spiritual well-being and quality of life at 6 months after the death of the older adult. CONCLUSION The caregiving experiences for older adults with severe dementia vary between caregivers but remain stable over time. Modifiable risk factors identified for trajectories involving negative experiences of caregiving may be targeted in future interventions to improve the experience of caregiving and caregiver quality of life and distress after the death of the older adult. TRIAL REGISTRATION http://www. CLINICALTRIALS gov (NCT03382223).
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Grants
- HSR-GEoL16Dec002 Health Services Research Grant, Ministry of Health, Singapore
- HSR-GEoL16Dec002 Health Services Research Grant, Ministry of Health, Singapore
- HSR-GEoL16Dec002 Health Services Research Grant, Ministry of Health, Singapore
- HSR-GEoL16Dec002 Health Services Research Grant, Ministry of Health, Singapore
- HSR-GEoL16Dec002 Health Services Research Grant, Ministry of Health, Singapore
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- Chetna Malhotra
- Lien Centre for Palliative Care, Duke-NUS Medical School, 8 College Road, Singapore, 169857, Singapore.
- Program in Health Services and Systems Research, Duke-NUS Medical School, Singapore, Singapore.
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- Lien Centre for Palliative Care, Duke-NUS Medical School, 8 College Road, Singapore, 169857, Singapore
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- Lien Centre for Palliative Care, Duke-NUS Medical School, 8 College Road, Singapore, 169857, Singapore
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- Program in Health Services and Systems Research, Duke-NUS Medical School, Singapore, Singapore
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- Program in Health Services and Systems Research, Duke-NUS Medical School, Singapore, Singapore
- Centre for Ageing Research and Education, Duke-NUS Medical School, Singapore, Singapore
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Wang Y, Xie H, Sun H, Ren L, Jiang H, Chen M, Dong C. Influencing Factors of Psychological Resilience in Stroke Patients: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis. Arch Clin Neuropsychol 2024:acad107. [PMID: 38324660 DOI: 10.1093/arclin/acad107] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/05/2023] [Revised: 12/07/2023] [Accepted: 12/18/2023] [Indexed: 02/09/2024] Open
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OBJECTIVE To systematically review the current status and influencing factors of psychological resilience in stroke patients and to provide a theoretical basis for future personalized rehabilitation support and psychological interventions. METHOD This systematic review and meta-analysis were conducted according to the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses checklist. A comprehensive search of databases including PubMed, Web of Science, Medline, PsycINFO, CINAHL, Cochrane Library, CNKI, VIP, CMB, and WANGFANG was conducted from inception until November 22, 2023, resulting in the retrieval of 2099 studies. Literature screening and data extraction were performed by two independent evaluators based on pre-defined inclusion and exclusion criteria, and meta-analysis was performed using Review Manager 5.4 software. RESULTS The final review included 23 studies. The results showed that self-efficacy, hope, confrontation coping, avoidance coping, functional independence, quality of life, and social support were positively associated with psychological resilience. Conversely, anxiety, depression, and resignation coping were negatively associated with psychological resilience. CONCLUSIONS Patients with stroke have a low level of psychological resilience, which was influenced by a variety of factors. However, longitudinal and large sample studies are needed to further confirm these findings. These results should be integrated into clinical practice for early assessment and targeted intervention in psychological resilience to assist patients in coping with the rehabilitation process and life changes after a stroke.
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- Yuxin Wang
- School of Nursing, Wenzhou Medical University, Wenzhou 325035, China
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- School of Computing, Hangzhou City University, Hangzhou 310015, China
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- School of Nursing, Peking University, Beijing 100191, China
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- School of Nursing, Wenzhou Medical University, Wenzhou 325035, China
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- School of Nursing, Wenzhou Medical University, Wenzhou 325035, China
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- The Second School of Medicine, Wenzhou Medical University, Wenzhou 325035, China
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- School of Nursing, Wenzhou Medical University, Wenzhou 325035, China
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Cardwell KL, Koch L, McKenna OJ, Pilutti LA, Fakolade A. Mapping Resilience: Structural Equation Modeling of Psychological Resilience in Multiple Sclerosis Care Partners. Int J MS Care 2023; 25:245-251. [PMID: 37969910 PMCID: PMC10634600 DOI: 10.7224/1537-2073.2023-078] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/17/2023]
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BACKGROUND Care partners are essential supports to individuals with multiple sclerosis (MS). Both negative and positive outcomes associated with the caregiving role have been reported. Psychological resilience may be an important factor influencing the MS caregiving experience, but an MS-specific model of care partner resilience has yet to be established. This study sought to explore an explicit model of MS care partner resilience. METHODS Cross-sectional data from 471 Canadian MS care partners were collected via an online survey. Confirmatory factor analysis (CFA) and structural equation modeling (SEM) were used to test measures within a hypothesized model of resilience. Resilience was measured using the 25-item Connor-Davidson Resilience Scale. RESULTS Following CFA, the hypothesized model was simplified due to the poor fit of several variables. The final model yielded a moderate SEM fit (χ2 = 6030.95, P < .01). Being a woman was associated with greater caregiving tasks (β = 0.53, P < .001) and poorer spiritual health (β = -0.35, P < .001). Spiritual health, but not caregiving tasks, had a positive impact on both positive (β = 0.48, P < .01) and negative coping (β = 0.49, P = .01). Quality of life and resilience did not have relationships with other variables in the model. However, quality of life had a positive, unidirectional influence on resilience (β = 0.83, P < .01). CONCLUSIONS Our findings indicate that spiritual health is an important predictor of coping and should be further explored in MS care partners. Quality of life may act as a precursor to resilience within MS care partners. Further research and exploration into MS care partner resilience is warranted to confirm this exploratory model.
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- Katherine L. Cardwell
- From the Interdisciplinary School of Health Sciences (KLC, LAP), the Faculty of Medicine (OJM), and the Brain and Mind Research Institute (LAP), University of Ottawa, Ottawa, ON, Canada
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- Temerty School of Medicine, University of Toronto, Toronto, ON, Canada (LK)
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- From the Interdisciplinary School of Health Sciences (KLC, LAP), the Faculty of Medicine (OJM), and the Brain and Mind Research Institute (LAP), University of Ottawa, Ottawa, ON, Canada
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- From the Interdisciplinary School of Health Sciences (KLC, LAP), the Faculty of Medicine (OJM), and the Brain and Mind Research Institute (LAP), University of Ottawa, Ottawa, ON, Canada
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- School of Rehabilitation Therapy, Queen’s University, Kingston, ON, Canada (AF)
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Zhang C, Dong C. The Influence of Social Support on the Mental Health of Elderly Individuals in Healthy Communities with the Framework of Mental Toughness. Psychol Res Behav Manag 2023; 16:2977-2988. [PMID: 37559780 PMCID: PMC10408709 DOI: 10.2147/prbm.s413901] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/23/2023] [Accepted: 06/28/2023] [Indexed: 08/11/2023] Open
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INTRODUCTION This work aims to explore the impacts of social support measures such as analyzing greening urban spaces and improving greenspace quality on the mental health of the elderly based on the mental resilience framework to build a healthy community. METHODS Through literature research and a questionnaire survey, this study designs a questionnaire including basic information, a life satisfaction scale, a positive and negative emotion scale, social support rating scale, a life orientation test-revised version, and psychological resilience scale. In order to classify the scales, machine learning (ML) approaches are applied in this work. RESULTS The results demonstrate great variations in the scores of the elderly with various health problems in the domain of psychological resilience (p<0.001). Social support and subjective well-being are strongly related (p<0.001). Additionally, positive correlations are observed among perceived, objective, and support use (p<0.001). CONCLUSION Finally, it is found that psychological resilience and social support play a significant role in mediating mental health problems in elderly individuals. Therefore, social support measures such as analyzing greening urban spaces and improving greenspace quality can be adopted to improve the mental health of the elderly to build healthy communities. On this basis, this work is of certain reference value and practical significance for the construction of healthy communities and the positive influence on the mental health of elderly individuals.
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- Cheng Zhang
- College of Law, Jiangnan University, Wuxi, Jiangsu, 214122, People’s Republic of China
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- School of Philosophy and Sociology, Jilin University, Changchun, Jilin, 130012, People’s Republic of China
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Sun H, Qian Q, Qin Y, Guo L, Hengudomsub P. Dynamic changes in resilience among family caregivers in the face of healthcare challenges: A scoping review. Arch Psychiatr Nurs 2023; 45:113-123. [PMID: 37544685 DOI: 10.1016/j.apnu.2023.06.006] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/22/2023] [Accepted: 06/14/2023] [Indexed: 08/08/2023]
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BACKGROUND Resilience as a dynamic concept has already been described through various longitudinal studies. To better understand the changes in the resilience of caregivers over the course of care-providing, however, a scoping review can provide a clearer picture of their resilience process which, in turn, can be used to improve caregivers' well-being. OBJECTIVES To provide a comprehensive overview of dynamic change in the resilience of caregivers while caring for the family to enhance understanding and potential for future research. METHODS Following the methodological framework of Arksey and O'Malley, this scoping review was conducted using the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and the Meta-Analyses extension for Scoping Reviews (PRISMA-ScR) Checklist. Five electronic databases were searched for research published in English between January 2012 and May 2022, after which a manual search was performed. Key terms related to resilience and caregivers in longitudinal studies were included and screened for. Identified trajectories of patterns in resilience and factors associated with resilience process were categorized using content analysis. RESULTS In total, 24 longitudinal studies met the eligibility criteria. Conceptually, our findings demonstrate three modes of change following healthcare challenges, each of which varies substantially. Methodologically, the results reveal three subcategories of assessment tools that can be used to impact caregivers' resilience when confronted with significant healthcare challenges. Consequentially, personal traits and environmental resources interacting with the resilience process will then lead to various outcomes in their resilience, including stability, growth, or decline. CONCLUSION This review describes the change patterns of the resilience process, assessment instruments, and associated factors to offer a dynamic perspective for the investigation and intervention of psychological resilience. Major gaps nonetheless remain for future research regarding an operationalizing dynamic change in resilience.
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- Haiyan Sun
- School of Nursing, Jiangsu Vocational College of Medicine, 224005, Jiangsu, P.R. China; Faculty of Nursing, Burapha University, 20131, Chon Buri, Thailand
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- School of Nursing, Jiangsu Vocational College of Medicine, 224005, Jiangsu, P.R. China
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- School of Nursing, Jiangsu Vocational College of Medicine, 224005, Jiangsu, P.R. China; Faculty of Nursing, Burapha University, 20131, Chon Buri, Thailand
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- School of Nursing, Jiangsu Vocational College of Medicine, 224005, Jiangsu, P.R. China
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Koehly LM, Manalel JA. Interconnected social convoys: Understanding health and well-being through linked personal networks. ADVANCES IN LIFE COURSE RESEARCH 2023; 56:100541. [PMID: 38054886 DOI: 10.1016/j.alcr.2023.100541] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 8.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/03/2022] [Revised: 03/11/2023] [Accepted: 03/13/2023] [Indexed: 12/07/2023]
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The convoy model of social relations describes how social relationships contribute to an individual's health and well-being from a life course and lifespan perspective. In large part, this model focuses on the unique, personal experiences of an individual, without due consideration of the reciprocal and shared relationships among those whose lives are inextricably linked. Here, we extend the convoy model to directly integrate Elder's concept of linked lives by considering the composition, structure, and function of linked personal networks, or social convoys, among close others, and the important implications of these network characteristics on the health of all involved. We illustrate this extension within the context of family, one of the most pivotal social contexts that can shape an individual's life course. Features of interconnected social convoys can help improve our understanding of how social ties shape and are shaped by life events not just for individuals, but for larger units of inquiry - such as, couples, parent-child triads, and nuclear families. Importantly, the interconnected convoy includes both family and non-family ties, providing a framework that considers how peoples' social spheres are linked as they jointly experience shared situations. Using informal caregiving as an example, we highlight the advantages that interconnected convoys bring to the concept of linked lives and provide direction on how this framework can advance our understanding of how social relationships influence either directly or indirectly health and well-being of individuals and families across the life course.
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- Laura M Koehly
- Social and Behavioral Research Branch, National Human Genome Research Institute, National Institutes of Health, Bethesda, MD 20892-2073, USA.
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- Brookdale Center for Healthy Aging, Hunter College, New York, NY 10035, USA
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von Gaudecker J, Andrade C, Baby P, Cassier-Woidasky AK, Cubria T, Hupperich LM, Mariano MEM, Mastamet G, Nydahl P, Olson DM, Sila F, Ramazanu S, Strayer A, Hirosue M, Rhudy L. Family Role in Care of Patients With Neurological Conditions: International Neuroscience Nursing Research Symposium Proceedings. J Neurosci Nurs 2023; Publish Ahead of Print:01376517-990000000-00044. [PMID: 37224222 DOI: 10.1097/jnn.0000000000000708] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 05/26/2023]
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ABSTRACT BACKGROUND: Discussions during the 2022 International Neuroscience Nursing Research Symposium highlighted the impact of family in the care of neuroscience patients. This sparked conversations about the need for understanding global differences in family involvement in the care of patients with neurological conditions. METHODS: Neuroscience nurses from Germany, India, Japan, Kenya, Singapore, Saudi Arabia, the United States, and Vietnam collaborated to provide a short summary of family involvement in caring for patients with neurological conditions in their respective countries. RESULTS: Family roles for neuroscience patients vary across the globe. Caring for neuroscience patients can be challenging. Family involvement in treatment decisions and patient care can be affected by sociocultural beliefs and practices, economic factors, hospital policies, manifestation of the disease, and long-term care requirements. CONCLUSION: Understanding the geographic, cultural, and sociopolitical implications of family involvement in care is of benefit to neuroscience nurses.
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Li C, Tang N, Yang L, Zeng Q, Yu T, Pu X, Wang J, Zhang H. Effect of caregiver burden on anticipatory grief among caregivers of elderly cancer patients: Chain mediation role of family functioning and resilience. Front Psychol 2023; 13:1020517. [PMID: 36704702 PMCID: PMC9872027 DOI: 10.3389/fpsyg.2022.1020517] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/16/2022] [Accepted: 12/16/2022] [Indexed: 01/11/2023] Open
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This study aimed to explore the relationship between caregiver burden and anticipatory grief among caregivers of elderly cancer patients, and to examine the chain mediation effects of family functioning and resilience. A total of 624 valid questionnaires were collected. The Structural Equation Model was established to test the mediating effects of family functioning and resilience. Results showed that caregiver burden has a direct positive effect on anticipatory grief, both family functioning and resilience have negative effects on caregiver burden and anticipatory grief, and that resilience moderates the mediating effect of family functioning. Our findings suggest that reducing the caregiver burden among caregivers of elderly cancer patients, improving family functioning, and enhancing resilience have important effects in alleviating the anticipatory grief of caregivers. Our findings provide some references for further research. Medical staff should better understand the grief experience of caregivers and implement interventions to enable caregivers to better cope with anticipatory grief and psychological stress, so as to promote the quality of care for elderly cancer patients.
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- Caiyue Li
- School of Nursing, Lanzhou University, Lanzhou, China
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- School of Nursing, Lanzhou University, Lanzhou, China
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- School of Nursing, Lanzhou University, Lanzhou, China
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- School of Nursing, Lanzhou University, Lanzhou, China
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- School of Nursing, Lanzhou University, Lanzhou, China
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- Lanzhou University First Hospital, Lanzhou, China
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- Lanzhou University Second Hospital, Lanzhou, China
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- School of Nursing, Lanzhou University, Lanzhou, China,*Correspondence: Hongchen Zhang,
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Rasmussen MS, Howe EI, Andelic N, Soberg HL. Associations between protective resources and family functioning after traumatic brain injury: A cross-sectional study using a structural equation modeling approach. NeuroRehabilitation 2023; 52:47-58. [PMID: 36617761 PMCID: PMC9912729 DOI: 10.3233/nre-220131] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/01/2022] [Accepted: 09/13/2022] [Indexed: 01/09/2023]
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BACKGROUND A strength-based approach in the rehabilitation after traumatic brain injury (TBI) is recommended for patients and their families. However, further exploration of the complexity of individual and family factors is needed. OBJECTIVE To explore the associations between individual protective resources in patients and family members and the overall family functioning using a strength-based approach. METHODS Secondary analysis of data collected at baseline in a randomized controlled trial. Structural equation modeling with two latent constructs and six observed variables was performed. Outcome measures included the Resilience Scale for Adults, the Mental Component Summary (SF-36), the General Self-Efficacy Scale, and the Family Adaptability and Cohesion Evaluation Scale-IV. RESULTS Hundred and twenty-two participants (60 patients, 62 family members) with a mean age of 43 years were included at a median of 11 months post-injury. The final model demonstrated a strong covariance (coefficient = 0.61) between the latent Protective construct and Family functioning. Model-fit statistics indicated an acceptable fit to the data. CONCLUSION Higher levels of protective resources (resilience, self-efficacy, and mental HRQL) were positively associated with family functioning. These resources should be further assessed in patients and their families, to identify factors that can be strengthened through TBI rehabilitation intervention.
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- Mari S. Rasmussen
- Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Oslo University Hospital, Oslo, Norway
- Institute of Health and Society, Research Centre for Habilitation and Rehabilitation Models & Services (CHARM), Faculty of Medicine, University of Oslo, Oslo, Norway
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- Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Oslo University Hospital, Oslo, Norway
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- Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Oslo University Hospital, Oslo, Norway
- Institute of Health and Society, Research Centre for Habilitation and Rehabilitation Models & Services (CHARM), Faculty of Medicine, University of Oslo, Oslo, Norway
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- Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Oslo University Hospital, Oslo, Norway
- Department of Physiotherapy, Faculty of Health Sciences, Oslo Met - Oslo Metropolitan University, Oslo, Norway
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McKenna O, Fakolade A, Cardwell K, Pilutti LA. A continuum of languishing to flourishing: exploring experiences of psychological resilience in multiple sclerosis family caregivers. Int J Qual Stud Health Well-being 2022; 17:2135480. [PMID: 36333904 PMCID: PMC9645274 DOI: 10.1080/17482631.2022.2135480] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/08/2022] Open
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Purpose Resilience research in family caregiving in chronic neurological conditions is growing, but multiple sclerosis (MS) caregivers are noticeably absent from this body of work. MS caregivers represent a unique population due to the disease’s early onset, prolonged life expectancy, and heterogeneity. As such, this study aimed to explore MS caregivers’ conceptualizations of resilience, examine MS caregivers’ experiences of resilience development, and determine which assets and resources influence resilience in this role. Methods Twenty-four Canadian MS caregivers were recruited. Semi-structured in-depth interviews were conducted with questions derived from an ecological resilience framework. Data were analysed using reflexive thematic analysis. Results Themes constructed a cyclical resilience model, beginning with encounters with hardship and extending to thriving adjustment. Subthemes included reports of additive challenges, impactful individual and community resources, and multi-level adaptive pathways. Within this cycle, the achievement of healthy adjustment exerted a positive feedback function and informed future responses to lifelong challenges. Conclusions Despite the salience of resilience processes within caregiver testimonies, inadequate resources at societal levels were evident. These findings afford researchers and decision-makers relevant information for designing and implementing resilience-building interventions for MS caregivers that attend to contextual factors and current systemic support deficiencies.
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- Odessa McKenna
- Faculty of Medicine, University of Ottawa, Ottawa, ON, Canada
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- School of Rehabilitation Therapy, Queen’s University, Kingston, ON, Canada
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- Interdisciplinary School of Health Sciences, University of Ottawa, Ottawa, ON, Canada
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- Interdisciplinary School of Health Sciences, University of Ottawa, Ottawa, ON, Canada
- Brain and Mind Research Institute, University of Ottawa, Ottawa, ON, Canada
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Chang SO, Kim EY. Ways that nursing home nursing staff build resilience: a phenomenographic approach. BMC Geriatr 2022; 22:861. [PMCID: PMC9667428 DOI: 10.1186/s12877-022-03582-7] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/02/2022] [Accepted: 09/20/2022] [Indexed: 11/17/2022] Open
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Background
Resilience has been studied as an effective concept in nursing that acts as a protective factor which aids in overcoming difficult situations and related mental problems. With the recent increase in demand for nursing homes, nursing home nursing staff are facing a variety of stresses and psychological burdens. Improving resilience has been suggested as one way to deal with the difficulties, such as stress, exhaustion, and burnout, that nursing home nursing staff are experiencing. In order to provide successful education aimed at improving such resilience, it is very important to understand how to perceive experience from the learner’s point of view.
Aim
The study’s aim is to identify the ways that nursing home nursing staff build resilience.
Method
This study used phenomenography, a methodology for exploring the relationship between subject and phenomenon. From January 15, 2022 to February 20, 2022, data collection was undertaken at three nursing homes located in the Republic of Korea. The data was collected through semi-structured interviews with 20 nursing staff members in NHs and a data analysis that strictly followed the 7-step analysis process of phenomenography.
Results
Eight categories were derived. The eight categories were then divided into two groups of four representing perception and strategy. Perception included four categories: ‘grasping the situation’, ‘thinking about one’s responsibility for the resident and personal values’, ‘considering one’s strength’ and ‘thinking of an improved self’. Strategy included four categories: ‘evaluation of oneself and one’s environment’, ‘taking care of oneself’, ‘finding concrete ways to manage the problem’ and ‘self-development for growth’. Perception had three levels of awareness, valuing and assuring, while strategy had three levels of identifying, introspecting and concretizing.
Conclusion
This study provides insight into how individual nursing staff build resilience, a complex and subjective concept. It provides a foundation for future resilience education of nursing home nursing staff and suggests future educational intervention development directions.
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Cardwell K, McKenna O, Steffener J, Pilutti L, Fakolade A. Profiles of resilience in multiple sclerosis family care-partners: A Canadian cross-sectional study. Mult Scler J Exp Transl Clin 2022; 8:20552173221138935. [PMID: 36452463 PMCID: PMC9703521 DOI: 10.1177/20552173221138935] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/24/2022] [Accepted: 10/28/2022] [Indexed: 11/17/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Psychological resilience may play an important role in protecting multiple sclerosis care-partners from the negative effects of their support role. However, predictors of resilience in this population have yet to be identified. OBJECTIVES To identify characteristics predictive of psychological resilience in multiple sclerosis care-partners as informed by the Ecological Model of Resilience. METHODS Informal multiple sclerosis care-partners (n = 540) completed an online survey. Psychological resilience was measured using the 25-item Connor-Davidson Resilience Scale. Sociodemographic and care-context predictors of resilience were analyzed using hierarchical regression. RESULTS The mean resilience score was 59.0 (SD = 7.6) out of a possible 100. Sociodemographic variables accounted for 31% of the variance in resilience scores in multiple sclerosis care-partners. When care-context variables were incorporated into the model, 55% of variance was explained (F[7,320] = 26.824, p < 0.001). Each group of variables remained significant in both low disability and high disability models. Social support was the only individual variable that remained significant across all models (p < 0.05). CONCLUSIONS Multiple sclerosis care-partners differ strikingly from other caregiving populations. Both sociodemographic and care-context variables were found to promote or hinder resilience in multiple sclerosis care-partners. Social support, in particular, may be an important target for promoting resilience in multiple sclerosis care-partners and could be leveraged in future initiatives.
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- Katherine Cardwell
- Interdisciplinary School of Health Sciences, Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Ottawa, Ottawa, ON, Canada
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- Faculty of Medicine, University of Ottawa, Ottawa, ON, Canada
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- Interdisciplinary School of Health Sciences, Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Ottawa, Ottawa, ON, Canada
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- Interdisciplinary School of Health Sciences, Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Ottawa, Ottawa, ON, Canada
- University of Ottawa Brain and Mind Research Institute, Ottawa, ON, Canada
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- School of Rehabilitation Therapy, Queen's University, Kingston, ON, Canada
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Chang SO, Kim EY. The resilience of nursing staffs in nursing homes: concept development applying a hybrid model. BMC Nurs 2022; 21:129. [PMID: 35614503 PMCID: PMC9132673 DOI: 10.1186/s12912-022-00913-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/12/2022] [Accepted: 05/18/2022] [Indexed: 11/10/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND The resilience of nursing home (NH) nursing staff is emphasized to improve the quality of care provided, but the concept has not been clearly defined. By composing such a definition through concept development, a basis for active research in the future can be established. AIM To identify the definition and conceptual characteristics of the concept of resilience of NH nursing staffs. METHOD In this study, the concept was developed using Schwartz-Barcott and Kim's hybrid model, which included theoretical, fieldwork, and final analysis stages. In the theoretical stage, a literature review on the definition and measurement of concepts was performed. For the fieldwork stage, 22 interviews were conducted with 7 participants, and a content analysis was performed. During the final analysis stage, the results of the theoretical and field work stages were integrated. RESULTS Three dimensions, eight attributes, and three types were identified. The three dimensions are internal resources, external support, and positive coping with situations as they arise; the eight attributes are optimism, patience, mindfulness, supportive relationships, available resources, work-life boundary setting, self-development, and growth; and the three types are those who want to adapt themselves to the situation, those who actively seek to cope with stressful situations, and those who hold positive expectations for the future. CONCLUSION Coping with difficult situations using internal resources and external support was a unique trait revealed in the resilience of NH nursing staff members. This study provided future research directions to improve the resilience of NH nursing staffs by revealing the characteristics of their resilience.
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- Sung Ok Chang
- College of Nursing and BK21 FOUR R&E Center for Learning Health Systems, Korea University, Seoul, Republic of Korea
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- College of Nursing, Korea University, 145, Anam-ro, Seongbuk-gu, 02841, Seoul, Republic of Korea.
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Qureshi A, Hargest C, Swain N, Aldabe D, Hale L. Psychosocial interventions for building resilience of informal carers of people living with stroke: a systematic review. Disabil Rehabil 2022; 45:1419-1432. [PMID: 35468030 DOI: 10.1080/09638288.2022.2063419] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/03/2022]
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PURPOSE To identify and synthesise the evidence of interventions purported to build resilience among informal carers of stroke survivors. METHODS A systematic review of randomised controlled trials of psychosocial interventions to build resilience for carers of people post-stroke was planned. A systematic search was conducted in seven online databases from inception to March 2021. Outcomes measured were resilience and its proxy constructs including copying, adaptation, adjustment, problem-solving, self-efficacy, locus of control, competence and strength. RESULTS Twelve studies were included in the review and were grouped into four intervention categories (i) Education and social support, (ii) problem-solving skills, (iii) problem-solving skills, and psychoeducation and (iv) information provision, problem-solving skills and psychoeducation. Level of evidence A exists for interventions that combine information provision, problem-solving skills and psychoeducation over the interventions that only use problem-solving skills intervention or problem-solving skills with psychoeducation strategies. All interventions apart from one reported significant within and/or between group changes in outcomes. CONCLUSION Interventions comprising of information provision, problem-solving skills and psychoeducation appear to be beneficial to improve resilience of carers. However, because of the heterogeneity of the interventions and outcome measures reported across the twelve studies no particular intervention could be definitively supported. CLINICAL TRIAL REGISTRATION Systematic review registration: CRD 42020172824 https://www.crd.york.ac.uk/prospero/display_record.php?ID=CRD42020172824 IMPLICATIONS FOR REHABILITATIONProviding care for stroke survivors is particularly demanding due to the lack of preparation for managing the unexpected and complex nature of stroke, resulting in negative physical, social, behavioral, emotional, and financial outcomes.The long-term nature of stroke and its many residual problems can negatively affect the physical and psychological well-being of the individual and their carers, which may subsequently affect the recovery of the stroke survivor.Evidence suggests that resilience is the protective shield for carers' stress and burnout.Integrating interventions focusing on carers' resilience as part of the stroke rehabilitation process is imperative to ensure the well-being of carers and the sustainability of the care provided to the stroke survivor.
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- Ayesha Qureshi
- Centre for Health, Activity and Rehabilitation Research, School of Physiotherapy - University of Otago, Dunedin, New Zealand
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- School of Physiotherapy, University of Otago, Dunedin, New Zealand
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- School of Physiotherapy, University of Otago, Dunedin, New Zealand
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- School of Physiotherapy, University of Otago, Dunedin, New Zealand
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- School of Physiotherapy, University of Otago, Dunedin, New Zealand
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Resilience in People with Lewy Body Disorders and Their Care Partners: Association with Mental Health, Relationship Satisfaction, and Care Burden. Brain Sci 2022; 12:brainsci12020148. [PMID: 35203912 PMCID: PMC8869823 DOI: 10.3390/brainsci12020148] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/17/2021] [Revised: 01/10/2022] [Accepted: 01/20/2022] [Indexed: 02/04/2023] Open
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The emergence of cognitive impairment and dementia in people with Lewy body spectrum disorders (LBS) significantly impacts the quality of life of the individual and their care partner. Coping well with the condition may depend, in part, on the degree of psychological resilience or capacity to ‘bounce back’ from adversity. We explored resilience in people with Parkinson’s disease mild cognitive disorder or dementia, or dementia with Lewy bodies, and their care partners, and its relation to outcomes related to their mental well-being and quality of life. This exploratory, cross-sectional study recruited 76 participant-dyads. Resilience, quality of life, depression, anxiety, and relationship satisfaction were evaluated in both members of the dyad. In care partners, care burden and stress were also assessed. Over 70% of both care partners and recipients reported high levels of resilience. Lower resilience in both members of the dyad was associated with higher anxiety and lower quality of life. Additionally, lower resilience in care partners was associated with lower well-being, relationship satisfaction, and higher burden and stress. Resilience in persons with LBS and their care partners is important to consider when assessing mental health, relationship, and care burden outcomes, acting as a focus of intervention to support positive outcomes.
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