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Lee NP, Pearson ES, Sanzo P, Klarner T. Exploring the personal stroke and rehabilitation experiences of older adults with chronic stroke during the COVID-19 pandemic: a qualitative descriptive study. Int J Qual Stud Health Well-being 2024; 19:2331431. [PMID: 38511399 PMCID: PMC10962289 DOI: 10.1080/17482631.2024.2331431] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/12/2023] [Accepted: 03/13/2024] [Indexed: 03/22/2024] Open
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PURPOSE The purpose of this study was to explore the personal stroke and rehabilitation experiences of older adults with chronic stroke living in a mid-sized Northwestern Ontario city in Canada during the COVID-19 pandemic. METHODS A qualitative descriptive approach with a constructivist worldview was used. In addition, a semi-structured interview guide was used to gather the participants' perspectives on their experiences throughout stroke recovery. Ten participants were interviewed, including six males and four females. The interviews were completed, transcribed, and analysed using inductive and deductive content analysis. Multiple steps were taken to enhance data trustworthiness. RESULTS Six main themes and eight related subthemes emerged. These included: getting help is complex, the effects of stroke are multifaceted, losing rehabilitation services during the COVID-19 pandemic, overcoming hardships but not alone, "If you don't use it, you lost it": rehabilitative success is based on one's actions, and "look at me now": the importance of taking pride in one's successes. CONCLUSIONS One unique finding was that the participants used this study as an opportunity to teach and advocate for future stroke survivors which is not often seen in qualitative stroke rehabilitation research. Future stroke research should place emphasis on both the positive and negative experiences of this population.
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- Nicole P. Lee
- CONTACT Nicole P. Lee School of Kinesiology, Lakehead University, 955 Oliver Rd, Thunder Bay, OntarioP7B5E1, Canada
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- School of Kinesiology, Lakehead University, Thunder Bay, Ontario, Canada
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- School of Kinesiology, Lakehead University, Thunder Bay, Ontario, Canada
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Taylor ER, Estevao C, Jarrett L, Woods A, Crane N, Fancourt D, Pariante C, Jones F. Experiences of acquired brain injury survivors participating in online and hybrid performance arts programmes: an ethnographic study. Arts Health 2024; 16:189-205. [PMID: 37395661 DOI: 10.1080/17533015.2023.2226697] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/18/2022] [Accepted: 06/09/2023] [Indexed: 07/04/2023]
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BACKGROUND Performance arts can benefit people with acquired brain injury (ABI). This study explored the online delivery during COVID-19 restrictions, of a performance art intervention through the experiences of participants, artists and facilitators. METHODS Two community-based programmes were delivered. Online ethnographic observations and semi-structured interviews with participants, artists and facilitators were completed. RESULTS The programmes benefited participants by addressing loneliness and isolation; building confidence through peer support; improving physical limitations through movement; improving communication through music and vocal work; and using poetry, visual arts, metaphor and performance to make sense of participants' experiences. Participants had mixed experiences of participation, but it was an acceptable alternative to in-person arts interventions for those who overcame digital challenges. CONCLUSIONS ABI survivors can engage in online performance art programmes and find participation valuable for their health, well-being, and recovery. More work is needed to explore the generalisability of these findings, especially given digital poverty.
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- Department of Psychological Medicine, Institute of Psychiatry, Psychology and Neuroscience, King's College London, 5 Cutcombe Rd, London, UK
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- Department of Psychological Medicine, Institute of Psychiatry, Psychology and Neuroscience, King's College London, 5 Cutcombe Rd, London, UK
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- Arts, Health and Wellbeing, Culture Team, King's College London, London, UK
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- Department of Behavioural Science and Health, University College London, London, UK
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- Department of Psychological Medicine, Institute of Psychiatry, Psychology and Neuroscience, King's College London, 5 Cutcombe Rd, London, UK
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- Institute of Population Health, St George's, University of London, London, UK
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van den Broek B, Verrijt L, Rijnen S, van Heugten C, Bus B. Factors Related to the Quality and Stability of Partner Relationships After Stroke: A Systematic Literature Review. Arch Phys Med Rehabil 2024:S0003-9993(24)01005-0. [PMID: 38777292 DOI: 10.1016/j.apmr.2024.05.016] [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: 10/12/2023] [Revised: 05/02/2024] [Accepted: 05/07/2024] [Indexed: 05/25/2024]
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OBJECTIVE To provide an overview of the current state of knowledge on factors related to relationship quality and relationship stability after stroke. DATA SOURCES Cumulative Index to Nursing and Allied Health (CINAHL), Embase, MEDLINE, Psychology and Behavioral Sciences Collection, APA PsycINFO, and PubMed were searched on November 15, 2022, for literature on factors associated with (1) relation quality and (2) relation stability after stroke. STUDY SELECTION English quantitative and qualitative studies investigating factors associated with relation quality and/or stability after stroke were included. Three reviewers independently assessed eligibility. Consensus meetings were held in case of divergent opinions. A total of 44 studies were included. DATA EXTRACTION Information regarding study objectives and characteristics, participant demographics, independent and dependent variables, and main findings was extracted. Study quality was rated using the Joanna Briggs Institute Checklist for Analytical Cross-Sectional Studies and/or the Critical Appraisal Skills Programme Checklist for Qualitative Research. Both were administered by the lead reviewer and checked by the second reviewer. Identified factors are described and presented according to the domains of the International Classification of Functioning, Disability, and Health model. DATA SYNTHESIS Thirty-seven factors related to relationship quality after stroke were identified, covering the domains of body functions and structures (eg, cognitive problems), activities (eg, decrease in physical intimacy), participation (eg, being socially active), environment (eg, medication side effects), and personal factors (eg, hypervigilance). Eight factors related to relationship stability were identified, covering the domains of participation (agreement on reciprocal roles) and personal factors (eg, quality of prestroke relation). CONCLUSIONS Relationship quality and stability after stroke are related to a multitude of factors. Future research should confirm the relevance of factors found in a few studies of suboptimal quality; explore possible associations between relationship stability and factors falling in the domains of body functions and structure, activity, and environmental factors; and explicitly explore potential positive effects of stroke on relationships.
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- Brenda van den Broek
- Multidisciplinary Specialist Centre for Brain Injury and Neuropsychiatry, GGZ Oost Brabant, Boekel; School for Mental Health and Neuroscience, Maastricht University Medical Centre, Maastricht; Limburg Brain Injury Centre, Maastricht.
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- Multidisciplinary Specialist Centre for Brain Injury and Neuropsychiatry, GGZ Oost Brabant, Boekel
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- Multidisciplinary Specialist Centre for Brain Injury and Neuropsychiatry, GGZ Oost Brabant, Boekel; Limburg Brain Injury Centre, Maastricht
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- Limburg Brain Injury Centre, Maastricht; Department of Neuropsychology and Psychopharmacology, Maastricht University, Maastricht, The Netherlands
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- Multidisciplinary Specialist Centre for Brain Injury and Neuropsychiatry, GGZ Oost Brabant, Boekel; Limburg Brain Injury Centre, Maastricht
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Bright FAS, Ibell-Roberts C, Wilson BJ. Psychosocial well-being after stroke in Aotearoa New Zealand: a qualitative metasynthesis. Disabil Rehabil 2024; 46:2000-2013. [PMID: 37198959 DOI: 10.1080/09638288.2023.2212178] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/28/2022] [Accepted: 05/05/2023] [Indexed: 05/19/2023]
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PURPOSE Psychosocial well-being is key to living well after stroke, but often significantly affected by stroke. Existing understandings consider well-being comes from positive mood, social relationships, self-identity and engagement in meaningful activities. However, these understandings are socioculturally located and not necessarily universally applicable. This qualitative metasynthesis examined how people experience well-being after a stroke in Aotearoa New Zealand. MATERIAL AND METHODS This metasynthesis was underpinned by He Awa Whiria (Braided Rivers), a model which prompts researchers to uniquely engage with Māori and non-Māori knowledges. A systematic search identified 18 articles exploring experiences of people with stroke in Aotearoa. Articles were analysed using reflexive thematic analysis. RESULTS We constructed three themes which reflect experiences of well-being: connection within a constellation of relationships, being grounded in one's enduring and evolving identities, and being at-home in the present whilst (re)visioning the future. CONCLUSION Well-being is multi-faceted. In Aotearoa, it is inherently collective while also deeply personal. Well-being is collectively achieved through connections with self, others, community and culture, and embedded within personal and collective temporal worlds. These rich understandings of well-being can open up different considerations of how well-being is supported by and within stroke services.
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- Felicity A S Bright
- Centre for Person Centred Research, Auckland University of Technology, Auckland, New Zealand
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- Centre for Person Centred Research, Auckland University of Technology, Auckland, New Zealand
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- Centre for Person Centred Research, Auckland University of Technology, Auckland, New Zealand
- Department of Physiotherapy, Auckland University of Technology, Auckland, New Zealand
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Moss B, Marshall J, Woolf C, Hilari K. Can a writing intervention using mainstream Assistive Technology software compensate for dysgraphia and support reading comprehension for people with aphasia? INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF LANGUAGE & COMMUNICATION DISORDERS 2024; 59:1090-1109. [PMID: 37966065 DOI: 10.1111/1460-6984.12975] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/18/2022] [Accepted: 09/12/2023] [Indexed: 11/16/2023]
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BACKGROUND Stroke profoundly affects quality of life (QOL), including loss of employment, reduced social activity, shrinking social networks and low mood. Dysgraphia (impaired writing) is a common symptom of aphasia yet is rarely targeted in rehabilitation. Recent technological advances might challenge this, since much communication is now conducted digitally through writing. The rehabilitation of writing may therefore help to address the wider consequences of stroke and aphasia. AIMS Can assistive technology (AT) training for people with dysgraphia: (1) improve written output, and are gains achieved only with AT? (2) improve reading comprehension scores, and are gains achieved only with AT? and (3) affect social participation, mood or QOL METHODS AND PROCEDURES: DESIGN: A mixed-methods, repeated measures, small group study design was adopted (qualitative outcomes will be reported elsewhere). PARTICIPANTS Recruited from community settings, for example, Stroke Association communication support groups. INCLUSION CRITERIA over 18 years old, aphasia due to stroke, acquired dysgraphia, writing more impaired than speech, fluent English prior to stroke, access to computer and Internet. EXCLUSION CRITERIA currently receiving speech and language therapy, significant cognitive impairment, neuromuscular/motor-speech impairments/structural abnormalities, developmental dyslexia, uncorrected visual/auditory impairments. PROCEDURES Screening and diagnostic assessments at time T1 (first baseline). Outcome measures at T1; repeated at T2 (second baseline), T3 (end of intervention), T4 (3-month follow up). Social participation assessment and cognitive monitoring at T2, T3, T4. INTERVENTION Seven-ten hours individual therapy weekly and additional email support. Participants were trained to operate Dragon NaturallySpeaking (speech to text package) and ClaroRead (read writing aloud). Outcome measures were administered on pen and paper (control) and on computer, with AT enabled only at T3, T4. OUTCOMES AND RESULTS Computer narrative writing was significantly improved by AT training (Friedman's χ2 (3) = 8.27, p = 0.041), indicating a compensatory effect of AT. Though reading comprehension significantly improved in the computer condition (Friedman's χ2 (3) = 21.07, p = 0.001), gains could not be attributed to the AT. Gains were achieved only when measures were administered on the keyboard, with AT enabled. Thus, a compensatory rather than remediatory effect was suggested. Social network size significantly increased; there were no significant changes in mood/QOL. Individual success rates varied. CONCLUSION AND IMPLICATIONS The customisable AT training was acceptable to participants and resulted in significantly improved narrative writing. Compensatory AT interventions are a useful adjunct to remediatory writing interventions and may particularly support functional writing. WHAT THIS PAPER ADDS What is already known on this subject Writing is rarely spared in aphasia and may present as the most impaired communication modality. Yet, people with aphasia report that writing is seldom included in their rehabilitation. Many communication activities are now conducted digitally through writing, therefore rehabilitation of this is more important than ever before. This study sought to address whether an assistive technology (AT) software package can improve writing and whether any changes were compensatory or remediatory. What this study adds to existing knowledge This group study found that AT training led to gains in written discourse and social network in people with aphasia and dysgraphia. Gains were not replicated in handwritten tasks, suggesting this was a compensatory therapeutic approach. What are the clinical implications of this work? AT programs such as this may present speech and language therapists with a practical, pragmatic adjunct to writing or typing therapy, particularly for clients with chronic, intractable impairments for whom remediatory therapy may have a low chance of success.
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- Becky Moss
- Centre for Language and Communication Science, School of Health and Psychological Sciences, City, University of London, London, UK
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- Centre for Language and Communication Science, School of Health and Psychological Sciences, City, University of London, London, UK
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- Centre for Language and Communication Science, School of Health and Psychological Sciences, City, University of London, London, UK
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- Centre for Language and Communication Science, School of Health and Psychological Sciences, City, University of London, London, UK
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Palumbo A, Balagula C, Turry A, Aluru V, Raghavan P. Music Upper Limb Therapy - Integrated (MULT-I) supports a positive transformation in sense of self post stroke: a thematic analysis. Disabil Rehabil 2024:1-13. [PMID: 38682830 DOI: 10.1080/09638288.2024.2346240] [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: 06/20/2023] [Accepted: 04/17/2024] [Indexed: 05/01/2024]
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PURPOSE To understand how the experience of Music Upper Limb Therapy - Integrated (MULT-I) interconnects with the experience of stroke. METHODS Thematic analysis of semi-structured interviews and video-recorded MULT-I sessions from a larger mixed-methods study. Thirty adults with post-stroke hemiparesis completed pre-intervention interviews, of whom fifteen participated in MULT-I. Thirteen of the participants in MULT-I completed post-intervention interviews. RESULTS The experience of stroke was characterized by five themes: (1) sudden loss of functional abilities, (2) disrupted participation, (3) desire for independence, (4) emotional distress and the need for support, and (5) difficulty negotiating changes in sense of self. The experience of MULT-I was characterized by three themes: (1) MULT-I activated movement and empowered personal choice, (2) MULT-I created a safe place to process emotional distress and take on challenges, and (3) MULT-I fostered a sense of belonging and a positive transformation in sense of self. These themes combined create a framework which illustrates the process by which MULT-I addressed each challenge described by survivors of stroke, facilitating a positive transformation in sense of self. CONCLUSION MULT-I promotes physical, emotional, and social wellbeing following a stroke. This integrated approach supports a positive transformation in sense of self. These findings have implications for improving psychosocial well-being post stroke.
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- Anna Palumbo
- Rehabilitation Sciences Program, NYU Steinhardt School of Culture, Education, and Human Development, New York, NY, USA
- Nordoff Robbins Center for Music Therapy, NYU Steinhardt School of Culture, Education and Human Development, New York, NY, USA
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- Department of Rehabilitation Medicine, NYU Grossman School of Medicine, New York, NY, USA
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- Nordoff Robbins Center for Music Therapy, NYU Steinhardt School of Culture, Education and Human Development, New York, NY, USA
- Department of Music and Performing Arts Professions, NYU Steinhardt School of Culture, Education and Human Development, New York, NY, USA
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- Department of Rehabilitation Medicine, NYU Grossman School of Medicine, New York, NY, USA
- Department of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation, Ochsner Clinic Foundation, New Orleans, LA, USA
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- Department of Rehabilitation Medicine, NYU Grossman School of Medicine, New York, NY, USA
- Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation and Neurology, Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Baltimore, MD, USA
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Baker C, Thomas S, Tjokrowijoto P, Ryan B, Kneebone I, Stolwyk R. Aphasia Depression and Psychological Therapy (ADaPT): Perspectives of People with Post-Stroke Aphasia on Participating in a Modified Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. Healthcare (Basel) 2024; 12:771. [PMID: 38610193 PMCID: PMC11012076 DOI: 10.3390/healthcare12070771] [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: 02/29/2024] [Revised: 03/21/2024] [Accepted: 03/29/2024] [Indexed: 04/14/2024] Open
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Aphasia, a communication disability commonly caused by stroke, can profoundly affect a person's mood and identity. We explored the experiences of stroke survivors with aphasia and depression who received a modified cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT)-based psychological intervention. The therapy is manualized with a flexible treatment protocol, including 10 individually based therapy sessions (+2 booster sessions) either via telehealth or in person. Six participants with chronic aphasia (60% of the total sample) participated in in-depth interviews that were analyzed using reflexive thematic analysis. Two core themes were derived from the data: the first theme, helpful elements of therapy-doing enjoyable activities, new ways of thinking, problem solving, working with the experienced therapist, and using telehealth; and the second theme, making progress-mood, communication, acceptance of the 'new me', and improving relationships. All participants found the therapy to be helpful in managing mood problems with various elements being beneficial depending on the individual, highlighting the importance of tailoring the intervention. Therefore, delivering modified CBT to individuals with aphasia is likely to be acceptable both in person and through telehealth. Further evaluation of the intervention and its impact on mood would be beneficial.
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- Caroline Baker
- Speech Pathology Department, Monash Health, Melbourne, VIC 3192, Australia
- Centre of Research Excellence in Aphasia Recovery and Rehabilitation, Melbourne, VIC 3086, Australia; (P.T.); (B.R.); (I.K.); (R.S.)
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- Thinking Matters, Melbourne, VIC 3184, Australia;
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- Centre of Research Excellence in Aphasia Recovery and Rehabilitation, Melbourne, VIC 3086, Australia; (P.T.); (B.R.); (I.K.); (R.S.)
- Turner Institute for Brain and Mental Health, School of Psychological Sciences, Monash University, Melbourne, VIC 3800, Australia
- Stroke and Telehealth Research, Monash-Epworth Rehabilitation Research Centre, Melbourne, VIC 3121, Australia
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- Centre of Research Excellence in Aphasia Recovery and Rehabilitation, Melbourne, VIC 3086, Australia; (P.T.); (B.R.); (I.K.); (R.S.)
- Speech Pathology, Curtin School of Allied Health, Curtin University, Perth, WA 6845, Australia
- Graduate School of Health, University of Technology Sydney, Sydney, NSW 2007, Australia
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- Centre of Research Excellence in Aphasia Recovery and Rehabilitation, Melbourne, VIC 3086, Australia; (P.T.); (B.R.); (I.K.); (R.S.)
- Graduate School of Health, University of Technology Sydney, Sydney, NSW 2007, Australia
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- Centre of Research Excellence in Aphasia Recovery and Rehabilitation, Melbourne, VIC 3086, Australia; (P.T.); (B.R.); (I.K.); (R.S.)
- Turner Institute for Brain and Mental Health, School of Psychological Sciences, Monash University, Melbourne, VIC 3800, Australia
- Stroke and Telehealth Research, Monash-Epworth Rehabilitation Research Centre, Melbourne, VIC 3121, Australia
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Bright FAS, Ibell-Roberts C, Featherstone K, Signal N, Wilson BJ, Collier A, Fu V. 'Physical well-being is our top priority': Healthcare professionals' challenges in supporting psychosocial well-being in stroke services. Health Expect 2024; 27:e14016. [PMID: 38469645 DOI: 10.1111/hex.14016] [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: 10/10/2023] [Revised: 02/28/2024] [Accepted: 02/29/2024] [Indexed: 03/13/2024] Open
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BACKGROUND Following stroke, a sense of well-being is critical for quality of life. However, people living with stroke, and health professionals, suggest that well-being is not sufficiently addressed within stroke services, contributing to persistent unmet needs. Knowing that systems and structures shape clinical practice, this study sought to understand how health professionals address well-being, and to examine how the practice context influences care practice. METHODS Underpinned by Interpretive Description methodology, we interviewed 28 health professionals across multiple disciplines working in stroke services (acute and rehabilitation) throughout New Zealand. Data were analysed using applied tension analysis. RESULTS Health professionals are managing multiple lines of work in stroke care: biomedical work of investigation, intervention and prevention; clinical work of assessment, monitoring and treatment; and moving people through service. While participants reported working to support well-being, this could be deprioritised amidst the time-oriented pressures of the other lines of work that were privileged within services, rendering it unsupported and invisible. CONCLUSION Stroke care is shaped by biomedical and organisational imperatives that privilege physical recovery and patient throughput. Health professionals are not provided with the knowledge, skills, time or culture of care that enable them to privilege well-being within their work. This has implications for the well-being of people with stroke, and the well-being of health professionals. In making these discourses and culture visible, and tracing how these impact on clinical practice, we hope to provide insight into why well-being work remains other to the 'core' work of stroke, and what needs to be considered if stroke services are to better support people's well-being. PATIENT OR PUBLIC CONTRIBUTIONS People with stroke, family members and people who provide support to people with stroke, and health professionals set priorities for this research. They advised on study conduct and have provided feedback on wider findings from the research.
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- Felicity A S Bright
- Centre for Person Centred Research, Auckland University of Technology, Auckland, New Zealand
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- Centre for Person Centred Research, Auckland University of Technology, Auckland, New Zealand
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- Geller Institute of Ageing and Memory, University of West London, London, UK
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- Department of Physiotherapy, Auckland University of Technology, Auckland, New Zealand
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- Centre for Person Centred Research, Auckland University of Technology, Auckland, New Zealand
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- College of Nursing and Health Sciences, Flinders University, Adelaide, South Australia, Australia
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- Medical Research Institute of New Zealand, Wellington, New Zealand
- Department of Clinical Neurosciences, University of Calgary, Calgary, Alberta, Canada
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Shiggins C, Ryan B, Dewan F, Bernhardt J, O'Halloran R, Power E, Lindley RI, McGurk G, Rose ML. Inclusion of People With Aphasia in Stroke Trials: A Systematic Search and Review. Arch Phys Med Rehabil 2024; 105:580-592. [PMID: 37394026 DOI: 10.1016/j.apmr.2023.06.010] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/09/2022] [Revised: 05/23/2023] [Accepted: 06/19/2023] [Indexed: 07/04/2023]
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BACKGROUND Although people with aphasia (PwA) represent 30% of stroke survivors, they are frequently excluded from stroke research, or their inclusion is unclear. Such practice significantly limits the generalizability of stroke research, increases the need to duplicate research in aphasia-specific populations, and raises important ethical and human rights issues. OBJECTIVE To detail the extent and nature of inclusion of PwA in contemporary stroke randomized controlled trials (RCTs). METHODS We conducted a systematic search to identify completed stroke RCTs and RCT protocols published in 2019. Web of Science was searched using terms "stroke" and "randomized controlled trial". These articles were reviewed by extracting rates of PwA inclusion/exclusion, whether "aphasia" or related terms were referred to in the article or supplemental files, eligibility criteria, consent procedures, adaptations made to support the inclusion of PwA, and attrition rates of PwA. Data were summarized, and descriptive statistics applied when appropriate. RESULTS 271 studies comprising 215 completed RCTs and 56 protocols were included. 36.2% of included studies referred to aphasia/dysphasia. Of completed RCTs, only 6.5% explicitly included PwA, 4.7% explicitly excluded PwA, and inclusion was unclear in the remaining 88.8%. Among RCT protocols, 28.6% of studies intended inclusion, 10.7% intended excluding PwA, and in 60.7%, inclusion was unclear. In 45.8% of included studies, sub-groups of PwA were excluded, either explicitly (ie, particular types/severities of aphasia, eg, global aphasia) or implicitly, by way of ambiguous eligibility criteria which could potentially relate to a sub-group of PwA. Little rationale for exclusion was provided. 71.2% of completed RCTs did not report any adaptations that could support the inclusion of PwA, and minimal information was provided about consent procedures. Where it could be determined, attrition of PwA averaged 10% (range 0%-20%). CONCLUSION This paper details the extent of inclusion of PwA in stroke research and highlights opportunities for improvement.
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- Ciara Shiggins
- National Health and Medical Research Council Centre of Research Excellence in Aphasia Recovery and Rehabilitation, Australia; School of Allied Health, Human Services and Sport, La Trobe University, Bundoora Campus, Melbourne, Australia; Queensland Aphasia Research Centre, the University of Queensland, Brisbane, Australia; Surgical Treatment and Rehabilitation Service (STARS) Education and Research Alliance, The University of Queensland and Metro North Health, Brisbane, Australia; School of Health Sciences, University of East Anglia, Norwich, UK.
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- National Health and Medical Research Council Centre of Research Excellence in Aphasia Recovery and Rehabilitation, Australia; University of Technology Sydney, Graduate School of Health, Clinical Psychology, Ultimo, Australia; Speech Pathology, Curtin School of Allied Health, Curtin University, Perth, Australia
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- National Health and Medical Research Council Centre of Research Excellence in Aphasia Recovery and Rehabilitation, Australia; School of Allied Health, Human Services and Sport, La Trobe University, Bundoora Campus, Melbourne, Australia
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- National Health and Medical Research Council Centre of Research Excellence in Aphasia Recovery and Rehabilitation, Australia; National Health and Medical Research Council Centre of Research Excellence in Stroke Rehabilitation and Brain Recovery, Australia; Florey Institute of Neuroscience and Mental Health, University of Melbourne, Melbourne, Australia
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- National Health and Medical Research Council Centre of Research Excellence in Aphasia Recovery and Rehabilitation, Australia; School of Allied Health, Human Services and Sport, La Trobe University, Bundoora Campus, Melbourne, Australia
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- National Health and Medical Research Council Centre of Research Excellence in Aphasia Recovery and Rehabilitation, Australia; University of Technology Sydney, Graduate School of Health, Speech Pathology, Ultimo, Australia
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- National Health and Medical Research Council Centre of Research Excellence in Aphasia Recovery and Rehabilitation, Australia; Westmead Applied Research Centre, Faculty of Medicine and Health, University of Sydney, Sydney, Australia
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- Human Research Ethics Committee, Royal Brisbane and Women's Hospital, Brisbane, Australia; Human Research Ethics Committee A, University of Queensland, Brisbane, Australia; Human Research Ethics Committee, Townsville Hospital and Health Service, Townsville, Australia; OmniAdvisory Consulting
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- National Health and Medical Research Council Centre of Research Excellence in Aphasia Recovery and Rehabilitation, Australia; School of Allied Health, Human Services and Sport, La Trobe University, Bundoora Campus, Melbourne, Australia
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Manning MX, Cleary C, McCaughey C. How do speech and language therapists enact aphasia psychosocial support in Ireland? A cross-sectional online survey informed by normalization process theory. INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF LANGUAGE & COMMUNICATION DISORDERS 2024; 59:698-714. [PMID: 37815803 DOI: 10.1111/1460-6984.12959] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/26/2022] [Accepted: 09/01/2023] [Indexed: 10/11/2023]
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BACKGROUND Supporting psychosocial well-being in aphasia is necessarily person-centred, interdisciplinary and coordinated. Shortcomings in such support are described in Ireland and elsewhere. Speech and language therapists (SLTs) are integral; and describing current practice and barriers they experience is important for enhancing service delivery. AIMS To understand how SLTs enact, and are supported to enact, aphasia psychosocial care in Ireland. METHODS & PROCEDURES This is a cross-sectional, online, self-administered clinician survey targeting SLTs working minimally 1 year post-qualification with persons with aphasia of any aetiology in Ireland. The survey questions were charted against key constructs of the implementation science framework, normalization process theory (NPT), and descriptive statistics were applied. OUTCOMES & RESULTS A total of 54 eligible datasets were included. SLTs believed psychosocial support to be part of their role, but perceived multiple barriers in enacting it. These included a lack of training, clinical supervision, management support, role recognition, and access to and joint working with mental health professionals and services. CONCLUSIONS & IMPLICATIONS SLTs in Ireland face a range of individual and structural barriers, including care coordination and resourcing. There is a clear need not only for training, upskilling and mentorship, but also for wider changes around access to mental health professionals and clarity around the processes of referral, coordination and integration of aphasia care across settings. These findings comprise preliminary insights into current practices. Further research is needed as well as clarity on best-practice pathways for different aetiologies of aphasia. Articulating current practices using NPT may have utility for developing empirically informed and principled interventions to improve service delivery. WHAT THIS PAPER ADDS What is already known on this subject People with aphasia of all aetiologies are at risk of psychosocial problems. Shortcomings in access and the availability of appropriate support have been documented both internationally and in Ireland. To address this issue, an important first step is to understand how SLTs in Ireland currently enact and are supported to enact aphasia psychosocial care. What this study adds to the existing knowledge The findings describe the potential levers and barriers to progressing aphasia psychosocial care in Ireland. A range of individual, team and structural factors were identified. These were locally contextualized but similar issues are reported in other countries. Linking attitudes with NPT constructs provides a first step for further principled implementation projects. What are the practical and clinical implications of this study? Addressing psychosocial problems is perceived as a legitimate part of the speech and language therapy role. SLTs in Ireland enact a range of therapeutic approaches but may need opportunities for formal training and supervision, and for better coordination and integration with other mental health services and disciplines. Understanding differences in care pathways across the range of aphasia aetiologies is additionally important given the emphasis on post-stroke aphasia in the literature.
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- Molly X Manning
- School of Allied Health, University of Limerick, Limerick, Ireland
- Public and Patient Involvement Research Unit, Health Research Institute, University of Limerick, Limerick, Ireland
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- School of Allied Health, University of Limerick, Limerick, Ireland
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Wang X, Zhang ZX, Lin BL, Jiang H, Wang W, Mei YX, Zhang C, Zhang Q, Chen SY. Mediation role of perceived social support between recurrence risk perception and health behaviour among patients with stroke in China: a cross-sectional study. BMJ Open 2024; 14:e079812. [PMID: 38355172 PMCID: PMC10868314 DOI: 10.1136/bmjopen-2023-079812] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/13/2023] [Accepted: 01/26/2024] [Indexed: 02/16/2024] Open
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OBJECTIVES To examine whether patients who had a stroke with high recurrence risk perception would have healthier behaviour and to explore whether perceived social support would function as a mediator. DESIGN A cross-sectional study. SETTING The study was conducted in a public tertiary hospital in China. PARTICIPANTS A total of 254 patients with stroke were invited to participate, and 250 patients with stroke completed questionnaires validly. PRIMARY AND SECONDARY OUTCOME MEASURES Questionnaires were administered offline to collect data, consisting of four parts: general demographics and scales related to recurrence risk perception, perceived social support, and health behaviour. A path analysis and correlation analysis were used to analyse the data. RESULTS Out of 250 patients with stroke, 78.4% had moderately low health behaviour. The majority (70.8%) of these patients were elderly. High recurrence risk perception and high perceived social support were significantly associated with better health behaviour (all p<0.001). Perceived social support mediated the relationship between recurrence risk perception and health behaviour after controlling for age, gender, education and monthly income in the regression model (95% CI 0.263 to 0.460) and the effect value was 0.360. It was also confirmed that perceived social support had the highest mediation effect with a proportion of mediation up to 59.31%. CONCLUSIONS Recurrence risk perception and perceived social support were influential factors in promoting health behaviour. Moreover, the impact of recurrence risk perception on health behaviour was partially mediated by perceived social support. Therefore, to enhance the sustainability of health behaviour, it is crucial to inform patients with stroke about the risk of recurrence. Patients with more perception of recurrence risk can improve their recovery confidence and thus perceive more social support.
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- Xiaoxuan Wang
- Nursing and Health school, Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou, China
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- Nursing and Health school, Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou, China
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- Nursing and Health school, Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou, China
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- Nursing and Health school, Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou, China
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- Nursing and Health school, Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou, China
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- Nursing and Health school, Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou, China
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- Nursing and Health school, Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou, China
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- Nursing and Health school, Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou, China
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- Nursing and Health school, Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou, China
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Beauchamp JES, Wang M, Leon Novelo LG, Cox C, Meyer T, Fagundes C, Savitz SI, Sharrief A, Dishman D, Johnson C. Feasibility and user-experience of a virtual environment for social connection and education after stroke: A pilot study. J Stroke Cerebrovasc Dis 2024; 33:107515. [PMID: 38064972 DOI: 10.1016/j.jstrokecerebrovasdis.2023.107515] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/04/2023] [Revised: 10/25/2023] [Accepted: 11/26/2023] [Indexed: 01/23/2024] Open
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OBJECTIVES To evaluate the feasibility and usability of stroke survivor participation in an 8-week virtual environment intervention that provides opportunities for social support exchanges, social network interactions, and recovery education. MATERIALS AND METHODS A single-group, pre- and post-test measure design was used. Descriptive statistics were used to examine enrollment and retention rates, proportion of questionnaires completed, and virtual environment process data (e.g., number of log-ins) and usability scores. Changes in pre- and post-intervention questionnaire (e.g., usability, social support, depression, anxiety, loneliness, and self-efficacy) scores were explored using Wilcoxon signed-rank tests and paired t-test. RESULTS Fifteen (65 %) of the eligible stroke survivors enrolled (60 % white, 27 % black), 12 (80 %) had an ischemic stroke, ages ranged from 33 to 74 years (mean 44 years), and mean months since stroke was 33 ± 23. Retention and questionnaire completion rates were both 93 % (n = 14). Survivors logged into the virtual environment a total of 122 times, logged an average of 49 min/log-in, and 12 (80 %) attended support groups and social activities. Median usability score indicated lower than average usability. Improvement trends in social support, loneliness, and depressive symptoms were found, but significant changes in mean questionnaire scores were not found. CONCLUSIONS Overall, the results suggest that using a virtual environment to foster social support exchanges, social network interactions, and recovery education after stroke is feasible. Similar to other chronic disease populations, stroke survivor adoption of a virtual environment likely requires ongoing technical assistance, repetition of instructions, and opportunities for practice to reinforce engagement. TRIAL REGISTRATION NCT05487144.
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- Jennifer E S Beauchamp
- Cizik School of Nursing, The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston and the Institute for Stroke and Cerebrovascular Disease, 6901 Bertner Avenue, Houston, TX 77030, United States.
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- School of Public Health, The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, 1200 Pressler Street, Houston, TX 77030, United States
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- School of Public Health, The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, 1200 Pressler Street, Houston, TX 77030, United States
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- Cizik School of Nursing, The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston and the Institute for Stroke and Cerebrovascular Disease, 6901 Bertner Avenue, Houston, TX 77030, United States
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- Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences, McGovern Medical School, The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, 1941 East Road, Houston, TX 77030, United States
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- Department of Psychological Sciences, Rice University, 6100 Main Street, Houston, TX 77005, United States
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- Department of Neurology, McGovern Medical School, The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston and the Institute for Stroke and Cerebrovascular Disease, 6431 Fannin, Houston, TX 77030, United States
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- Department of Neurology, McGovern Medical School, The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston and the Institute for Stroke and Cerebrovascular Disease, 6431 Fannin, Houston, TX 77030, United States
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- Cizik School of Nursing, The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston and the Institute for Stroke and Cerebrovascular Disease, 6901 Bertner Avenue, Houston, TX 77030, United States
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- Cizik School of Nursing, The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston and the Institute for Stroke and Cerebrovascular Disease, 6901 Bertner Avenue, Houston, TX 77030, United States
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Archer B, Azios JH, Douglas NF, Strong KA, Worrall L, Simmons-Mackie N. "I Could Not Talk . . . She Did Everything . . . She's Now My Sister": People With Aphasia's Perspectives on Friends Who Stuck Around. AMERICAN JOURNAL OF SPEECH-LANGUAGE PATHOLOGY 2024; 33:349-368. [PMID: 38048335 DOI: 10.1044/2023_ajslp-23-00205] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/06/2023]
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PURPOSE Aphasia may decrease the capacity to develop and maintain friendships. The aim of this study was to better understand the perspectives of people with aphasia on why some friendship bonds remain strong and some do not. Furthermore, we wanted to explore how age and aphasia severity shape views on friendship. METHOD We interviewed 27 people with aphasia about their experiences of friendship before and after the onset of aphasia. We then used framework analysis and reflexive thematic analysis to interpret the interview data. RESULTS From the interviews, we created four major themes concerning how friend relationships had been impacted by aphasia: (a) Not all bonds have the same chance of surviving the onset of aphasia; (b) people with aphasia's closest friends took active steps to keep relationships strong; (c) if friends knew some basic information about aphasia, bonds would stay stronger; (d) positive affective aspects of friendship play an important role in keeping bonds strong. We also noted differences in friendship experiences that appeared to be influenced by age and aphasia severity of participants. CONCLUSIONS Interview data provided actionable ideas including focusing on friends who are likely to be responsive to help with maintaining the friendship, providing them with strategies to keep the friendship active and communication meaningful, and acknowledging the positive impact that this will have on the friend recovering from aphasia. More research is needed to develop programs that empower people with aphasia to maintain their friendships. SUPPLEMENTAL MATERIAL https://doi.org/10.23641/asha.24688671.
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- Brent Archer
- Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders, Bowling Green State University, OH
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- Department of Communicative Disorders, University of Louisiana at Lafayette
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- Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders, Central Michigan University, Mount Pleasant
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- Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders, Central Michigan University, Mount Pleasant
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- School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences, The University of Queensland, Brisbane, Australia
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- Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders, Southeastern Louisiana University, Hammond
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Narendrula A, Ajani K, Lang J, Brinza E, Longenecker CT. Psychological distress and health perception in patients with a previous myocardial infarction or stroke: a national cross-sectional study. BMC Cardiovasc Disord 2023; 23:430. [PMID: 37649045 PMCID: PMC10468856 DOI: 10.1186/s12872-023-03422-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/27/2023] [Accepted: 07/30/2023] [Indexed: 09/01/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND While understanding the impact of mental health on health perception improves patient-centered care, this relationship is not well-established in patients with cardiovascular disease (CVD). We examined the relationship between psychological distress and health perception in patients with a previous myocardial infarction (MI) and/or stroke. METHODS We extracted data for patients with a previous MI and/or stroke from the 2019 National Health Interview Survey (NHIS). Health perception was self-reported. Presence and severity of anxiety and depression were estimated using the Generalized Anxiety Disorder-7 (GAD-7) and Patient Health Questionnaire-8 (PHQ-8). Binary analyses of anxiety/depression, multivariable logistic regressions controlling for confounders, and univariable analyses of confounders and anxiety/depression severity were performed. RESULTS Of 31,948 individuals for whom data on MI/stroke was available, 1235 reported a previous MI and 1203 a previous stroke. The odds of positive perceived health status were lower for individuals with anxiety/depression compared to those without anxiety/depression in both post-MI (anxiety OR 0.52, 95% CI = 0.32-0.85, P < 0.001; depression OR 0.45, 95% CI = 0.29-0.7, P < 0.001) and post-stroke groups (anxiety OR 0.61, 95% CI = 0.39-0.97, P < 0.001; depression OR 0.37, 95% CI = 0.25-0.55, P < 0.001) upon multivariable analyses. Increasing severity of anxiety/depression was also associated with worse perception of health status upon univariable analysis. CONCLUSION Among patients with a previous acute CVD event, those with psychological distress have worse perception of their health status. Understanding the range of patient health perceptions can help physicians provide more patient-centered care and encourage patient behaviors that may improve both CVD and mental health outcomes.
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- Aparna Narendrula
- New York University Grossman School of Medicine, 550 First Avenue, NBV 16 North 30, 10016, New York, NY, USA.
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- The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, Columbus, OH, USA
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- New York-Presbyterian Hospital - Weill Cornell Medicine, New York, NY, USA
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- University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Center, Aurora, CO, USA
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Einerson J, Lundstrom LK, Allen BK, Sefandonakis A, Terrill AL. Learning to flourish in a new reality: a thematic analysis of couples' experience of participation in a positive psychology intervention post-stroke. Disabil Rehabil 2023; 45:2612-2619. [PMID: 35914538 PMCID: PMC10508046 DOI: 10.1080/09638288.2022.2102256] [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: 09/01/2020] [Revised: 07/06/2022] [Accepted: 07/10/2022] [Indexed: 11/03/2022]
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PURPOSE Explore the experiences of couples engaging in a positive psychology intervention post-stroke (ReStoreD: Promoting Resilience after Stroke in Dyads). MATERIALS AND METHODS This is a secondary analysis of qualitative data collected following an 8-week self-administered dyadic positive psychology intervention (Clinical Trial number: NCT03335358). Participants included dyads consisting of one partner who had a stroke at least three months prior and their cohabiting partner. Couples had to be community-dwelling and one or both had to report depressive symptoms. A thematic analysis was conducted on semi-structured feedback interviews from 26 dyads (n = 77 interviews). RESULTS Two primary themes with multiple secondary themes were identified, depicting the experiences of couples post-stroke while engaging in the ReStoreD intervention. Primary and secondary themes included: changes in self (learning about the self, building new coping strategies, and acting with intention) and changes in the relationship (awareness of spouse, spending more positive time together, being more intentional in the relationship, and increased/improved communication). CONCLUSIONS Individuals and couples post-stroke often experience negative mood changes, poor health outcomes, and decreased participation. Implementation of ReStoreD activities in the clinical setting can be a valuable and impactful way to encourage and foster positive experiences and re-engagement post-stroke.Implications for RehabilitationThrough dyadic positive psychology intervention activities, rehabilitation professionals can build upon existing strengths and resources to encourage couples to increase their awareness and development of positive coping strategies as individuals and couples.Positive psychology intervention activities can be implemented by rehabilitation professionals at inpatient and outpatient settings through self-directed, low-cost, and time-efficient strategies to increase engagement in positive activities at home.
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- Jackie Einerson
- Department of Occupational and Recreational Therapies, University of Utah, Salt Lake City, UT, USA
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- Department of Occupational and Recreational Therapies, University of Utah, Salt Lake City, UT, USA
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- Department of Occupational and Recreational Therapies, University of Utah, Salt Lake City, UT, USA
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- Department of Occupational Therapy, University of Illinois at Chicago, Chicago, IL, USA
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- Department of Occupational and Recreational Therapies, University of Utah, Salt Lake City, UT, USA
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Elf M, Rasoal D, Zingmark M, Kylén M. The importance of context-a qualitative study exploring healthcare practitioners' experiences of working with patients at home after a stroke. BMC Health Serv Res 2023; 23:733. [PMID: 37415156 DOI: 10.1186/s12913-023-09735-7] [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: 10/18/2022] [Accepted: 06/22/2023] [Indexed: 07/08/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Stroke significantly impacts individuals, leading to the need for long-lasting rehabilitation and adaptation to environmental demands. Rehabilitation after stroke is increasingly performed in patients' homes, and it is argued that rehabilitation in this context is more person-centred and positively impacts client outcomes. However, the role of environmental factors in this process is largely unknown. The aim of this study was to explore how multidisciplinary healthcare practitioners working with rehabilitation in the home after stroke consider possibilities and challenges in the environment and how environmental factors are documented in patients' records. METHODS Eight multidisciplinary healthcare practitioners working with home-based rehabilitation after stroke participated in two semistructured focus group sessions. Thematic analysis was used to analyse the transcripts of recorded focus group discussions. Data were also collected from patient history records (N = 14) to identify interventions to increase patients' opportunities to participate in activities inside and outside the home. These records were analysed using life-space mobility as a conceptual framework. RESULTS The analysis generated four overarching themes concerning possibilities and challenges in the environment: (1) the image of rehabilitation conflicts with place, (2) the person in the home reveals individual needs and capabilities, (3) environmental characteristics influence the rehabilitation practice, and (4) the person is integrated within a social context. The patient record analysis showed that most patients were discharged from hospital to home within four days. Assessments at the hospital mainly focused on basic activities of daily living, such as the patient's self-care and walking ability. Also at home, the assessments and actions primarily focused on basic activities with little focus on participation in meaningful activities performed in different life situations outside the home. CONCLUSIONS Our research suggests that one way to improve practice is to include the environment in the rehabilitation and consider the person´s life space. Interventions should focus on supporting out-of-home mobility and activities as part of person-centred stroke rehabilitation. This must be supported by clear documentation in the patient records to strengthen clinical practice as well as the communication between stakeholders.
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- Marie Elf
- School of Health and Welfare, Dalarna University, Falun, Sweden
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- School of Health and Welfare, Dalarna University, Falun, Sweden
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- Department of Health Sciences, Lund University, Lund, Sweden
- Health and Social Care Administration, Östersund, Sweden
- Department of Epidemiology and Global Health, Faculty of Medicine, Umeå University, Umåe, Sweden
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- School of Health and Welfare, Dalarna University, Falun, Sweden.
- Department of Health Sciences, Lund University, Lund, Sweden.
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Liao W, Chen D, Wu J, Liu K, Feng J, Li H, Jiang J. Risk factors for post-stroke depression in patients with mild and moderate strokes. Medicine (Baltimore) 2023; 102:e34157. [PMID: 37390261 PMCID: PMC10313280 DOI: 10.1097/md.0000000000034157] [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: 05/05/2023] [Accepted: 06/09/2023] [Indexed: 07/02/2023] Open
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To determine the possible risk factors for post-stroke depression in patients with mild and moderate acute strokes. A cross-sectional descriptive study was conducted involving 129 patients with mild and moderate acute strokes. The patients were divided into post-stroke depression and non-depressed stroke groups according to the Hamilton Depression Rating Scale for Depression-17 item and Patient Health Questionnaire-9 item assessments. All participants were evaluated based on clinical characteristics and a battery of scales. Patients with post-stroke depression had an increased stroke frequency, severe stroke symptoms and poor performance in activities of daily living (ADL), cognitive function, sleep quality, interest in pleasurable activities, negative life events, and utilization of social support compared to stroke patients without depression. The Negative Life Event Scale (LES) score was significantly and independently associated with an increased probability of depression in stroke patients. Negative life events were shown to be independently associated with the incidence of depression in patients with mild and moderate acute strokes, likely mediating the influence of other predictors of depression, such as a history of stroke, decreased ADL ability, and utilization of support.
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- Wenxiang Liao
- Neurology Department, Affiliated Hospital of Guilin Medical University, Guilin, Guangxi, China
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- Geriatrics Department, Affiliated Hospital of Guilin Medical University, Guilin, Guangxi, China
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- Neurology Department, Graduate College of Guilin Medical University, Guilin, Guangxi, China
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- Neurology Department, Affiliated Hospital of Guilin Medical University, Guilin, Guangxi, China
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- Neurology Department, Affiliated Hospital of Guilin Medical University, Guilin, Guangxi, China
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- Neurology Department, Affiliated Hospital of Guilin Medical University, Guilin, Guangxi, China
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- Neurology Department, Affiliated Hospital of Guilin Medical University, Guilin, Guangxi, China
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Madden EB, Bislick L, Wallace SE, Therrien MCS, Goff-Albritton R. Aphasia and friendship: Stroke survivors' self-reported changes over time. JOURNAL OF COMMUNICATION DISORDERS 2023; 103:106330. [PMID: 37105058 DOI: 10.1016/j.jcomdis.2023.106330] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/17/2022] [Revised: 02/23/2023] [Accepted: 04/19/2023] [Indexed: 06/03/2023]
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INTRODUCTION Friendships are an important contributor to quality of life. Due to communication and other stroke-related challenges, people with aphasia (PWA) can experience negative friendship changes, which have been linked with increased physiological distress. This study examined friendship experiences over time for PWA to understand how friendships evolve throughout the course of stroke and aphasia recovery. METHODS Fifteen stroke survivors with chronic aphasia completed language testing and a friendship questionnaire created by the researchers. The friendship questionnaire was composed of open and closed-ended questions that asked PWA to reflect back on their friendship satisfaction, support, activities, and communication during the time before aphasia and during the acute stage of recovery. The questionnaire also addressed their current friendships in the present-day chronic stage of recovery, as well as questions about an ideal friendship. Quantitative and qualitative methods were used to examine the data, with quantitative findings reported in this study. RESULTS The majority of PWA reported maintaining some friendships and developing new friendships, often with a fellow stroke survivor with aphasia; however, a few PWA in this study were not able to maintain or develop any new friendships. Average ratings of perceived friendship satisfaction and support improved from the acute to chronic stage, nearing those of the ratings pre-stroke, yet there was greater variability in the chronic stage with some currently feeling dissatisfied and not well supported. Aphasia severity, as measured by a standardized assessment, had a negative relationship with perceived friendship support. In contrast, perception of communicative participation had a positive relationship with friendship support. CONCLUSIONS This work highlights lasting social implications of aphasia. The overall health of PWA deserves greater attention, including interventions targeting friendship maintenance and development. Continued stakeholder-engaged research and clinical practice focused on the social and emotional consequences of aphasia on PWA, as well as their friends and family, is needed to assist all involved in aphasia recovery achieve better friendships and well-being.
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- Elizabeth B Madden
- School of Communication Science and Disorders, Florida State University, United States.
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- School of Communication Sciences and Disorders, University of Central Florida, United States
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- Department of Communication Science and Disorders, University of Pittsburgh, United States
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- School of Communication Science and Disorders, Florida State University, United States
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Teshale AB, Htun HL, Hu J, Dalli LL, Lim MH, Neves BB, Baker JR, Phyo AZZ, Reid CM, Ryan J, Owen AJ, Fitzgerald SM, Freak-Poli R. The relationship between social isolation, social support, and loneliness with cardiovascular disease and shared risk factors: A narrative review. Arch Gerontol Geriatr 2023; 111:105008. [PMID: 37003026 DOI: 10.1016/j.archger.2023.105008] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/27/2022] [Revised: 03/16/2023] [Accepted: 03/22/2023] [Indexed: 04/03/2023]
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BACKGROUND Cardiovascular disease (CVD) is the greatest contributor to global morbidity and mortality. Poor social health plays a critical role in CVD incidence. Additionally, the relationship between social health and CVD may be mediated through CVD risk factors. However, the underlying mechanisms between social health and CVD are poorly understood. Certain social health constructs (social isolation, low social support and loneliness) have complicated the characterisation of a causal relationship between social health and CVD. AIM To provide an overview of the relationship between social health and CVD (and its shared risk factors). METHOD In this narrative review, we examined published literature on the relationship between three social health constructs (social isolation, social support, and loneliness) and CVD. Evidence was synthesised in a narrative format, focusing on the potential ways in which social health affects CVD, including shared risk factors. RESULTS The current literature highlights an established relationship between social health and CVD with a likelihood for bi-directionality. However, there is speculation and varied evidence regarding how these relationships may be mediated through CVD risk factors. CONCLUSIONS Social health can be considered an established risk factor for CVD. However, the potential bi-directional pathways of social health with CVD risk factors are less established. Further research is needed to understand whether targeting certain constructs of social health may directly improve the management of CVD risk factors. Given the health and economic burdens of poor social health and CVD, improvements to addressing or preventing these interrelated health conditions would have societal benefits.
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- School of Public Health and Preventive Medicine, Monash University, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia.
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- School of Public Health and Preventive Medicine, Monash University, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
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- Department of Medicine, School of Clinical Sciences at Monash Health, Monash University, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia.
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- Prevention Research Collaboration, School of Public Health, The University of Sydney, New South Wales, Australia.
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- School of Health, Southern Cross University, Australia; Primary & Community Care Limited, Australia.
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- School of Public Health and Preventive Medicine, Monash University, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia.
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- School of Public Health and Preventive Medicine, Monash University, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia; School of Population Health, Curtin University, Perth, Western Australia, Australia.
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- School of Public Health and Preventive Medicine, Monash University, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia.
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- School of Public Health and Preventive Medicine, Monash University, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia.
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- School of Public Health and Preventive Medicine, Monash University, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia.
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- School of Public Health and Preventive Medicine, Monash University, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia; Department of Medicine, School of Clinical Sciences at Monash Health, Monash University, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia.
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Calder A, Sole G, Mulligan H. Co-Design of an Educational Resource with Female Partners of Male Stroke Survivors to Support Physical Activity Participation. INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND PUBLIC HEALTH 2022; 19:16856. [PMID: 36554747 PMCID: PMC9779113 DOI: 10.3390/ijerph192416856] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/02/2022] [Revised: 12/09/2022] [Accepted: 12/11/2022] [Indexed: 06/17/2023]
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Many male stroke survivors find it challenging to meet the recommended physical activity (PA) guidelines for health benefits. The spouse/partner is an important source of self-management for stroke survivor PA participation; however, they feel unsupported by health professionals. This study aimed to co-design an educational resource prototype to guide and empower female partners in supporting male stroke survivors' participation in PA. We used a participatory action research (PAR) methodology. Thirteen support persons of male stroke survivors from Canterbury, New Zealand participated in four PAR cycles. The data were collected using individual interviews and focus groups and analyzed inductively using the general inductive approach. Three themes were reflected in the data and informed the prototype content: (1) managing an unwanted and challenging new life, (2) inconsistent access to meaningful information, and (3) considerations for successful stroke survivor PA participation. If partners are to be an essential source in supporting stroke survivors' self-management of PA, they require resources that are meaningful and credible to enhance their confidence and self-efficacy. Further research is needed to explore the acceptability and usability of the educational resource with a wider audience and evaluate the co-design process. An inclusive and collaborative approach where support persons were valued for their expertise was essential in co-designing a meaningful resource intended to support stroke survivors and support persons' self-management of their PA.
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Inui Y, Tanaka Y, Ogawa T, Hayashida K, Morioka S. Relationship between exercise motivation and social support in a support facility for persons with disabilities in Japan. Ann Med 2022; 54:820-829. [PMID: 35285358 PMCID: PMC8928799 DOI: 10.1080/07853890.2022.2049860] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/01/2022] Open
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PURPOSE Exercise motivation (EM) is related to individual capabilities and social support. However, in support facilities for people with disabilities, it is susceptible to a lack of social support. In this study, we classified EM into Autonomous Motivation (AM) and controlled motivation (CM) and then examined the influence of social support. METHOD Thirty-three residents from a support facility for people with disabilities in Japan participated in this study. We conducted a hierarchical multiple regression analysis in which age, gender and time since admission were entered in Step 1, mobility and self-efficacy as individual capabilities in Step 2, and family support, facility support and peer support as social support in Step 3. RESULT A significant increase in variance from Step 2 to Step 3 was found for both AM (ΔR2 = 0.504, ΔF = 12.18, p < .001) and CM (ΔR2 = 0.269, ΔF = 3.491, p = .031). The results also showed that AM was higher among those with high family and facility support, and CM was higher among those with low family and high peer support. CONCLUSIONS Social support was a more significant predictor of EM among participants than individual capabilities.KEY MESSAGESAmong residents of support facilities for people with disabilities, assessing not only individual capabilities but also social support status can lead to better understandings of exercise motivation (EM).To enhance facility residents' autonomous motivation (AM), it is necessary to intervene after evaluating family and facility support.When family support is not readily available among facility residents, efforts should be made to encourage residents to interact with each other to increase peer support.
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- Yasuhiro Inui
- Department of Neurorehabilitation, Graduate School of Health Sciences, Kio University, Nara, Japan.,Nara Prefecture General Support Center for Persons with Disabilities, Nara, Japan.,Department of Rehabilitation, Nara Prefecture General Rehabilitation Center, Nara, Japan
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- Department of Neurorehabilitation, Graduate School of Health Sciences, Kio University, Nara, Japan.,Department of Rehabilitation, Nara Prefecture General Rehabilitation Center, Nara, Japan
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- Department of Neurorehabilitation, Graduate School of Health Sciences, Kio University, Nara, Japan.,Department of Rehabilitation Medicine, Nishiyamato Rehabilitation Hospital, Nara, Japan
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- Department of Rehabilitation, Fujiikai Rehabilitation Hospital, Osaka, Japan.,Neuro rehabilitation Research Center, Kio University, Nara, Japan
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- Department of Neurorehabilitation, Graduate School of Health Sciences, Kio University, Nara, Japan.,Neuro rehabilitation Research Center, Kio University, Nara, Japan
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van der Veen DJ, Jellema S, van der Wees PJ, Graff MJL, de Swart BJM, Steultjens EMJ. Enhancing the role of the social network in activity (re)engagement post-stroke: a focus group study with rehabilitation professionals. BMC PRIMARY CARE 2022; 23:285. [PMID: 36397003 PMCID: PMC9673324 DOI: 10.1186/s12875-022-01897-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/07/2022] [Accepted: 11/02/2022] [Indexed: 06/16/2023]
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BACKGROUND People post-stroke are at risk of not being able to participate in valued activities. It is important that rehabilitation professionals prepare people post-stroke for the transition home and provide needed support when they live at home. Several authors have suggested that members of the broad social network should play an active role in rehabilitation. This includes informing them about the importance of activity (re)engagement post-stroke and learning strategies to provide support. It is not clear when and how the broad social network can best be equipped to provide adequate activity support. This study aimed to explore stroke professionals' perspectives on strategies that establish a social network that supports activity (re)engagement of people post-stroke, when strategies are best implemented, and the factors that influence the implementation of these strategies. METHODS Two focus groups were executed. Content analysis was used to analyze the transcripts of the recorded conversations. RESULTS Eighteen professionals with various professional backgrounds and roles in treating people post-stroke participated. Strategies to establish a supportive social network included identifying, expanding, informing, and actively engaging network members. Working with the network in the immediate post-stroke phase was regarded as important for improving long-term activity outcomes. Participants expressed that most strategies to equip the social network to support people post-stroke need to take place within community care. However, the participants experienced difficulties in implementing network strategies. Perceived barriers included interprofessional collaboration, professional knowledge, self-efficacy, and financial structures. CONCLUSIONS Strategies to involve the social network of people post-stroke are not fully implemented. Although identifying members of a social network should begin during inpatient rehabilitation, the main part of actively engaging the network will have to take place when the people post-stroke return home. Implementing social network strategies requires a systematic process focusing on collaboration, knowledge, attitude, and skill development.
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- Dinja J van der Veen
- Radboud University Medical Center, Radboud Institute for Health Sciences, IQ Healthcare, Nijmegen, The Netherlands.
- HAN University of Applied Sciences, Nijmegen, The Netherlands.
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- HAN University of Applied Sciences, Nijmegen, The Netherlands
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- Radboud University Medical Center, Radboud Institute for Health Sciences, IQ Healthcare, Nijmegen, The Netherlands
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- Radboud University Medical Center, Radboud Institute for Health Sciences, IQ Healthcare, Nijmegen, The Netherlands
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- HAN University of Applied Sciences, Nijmegen, The Netherlands
- Department of Rehabilitation, Radboud University Medical Center, Donders Institute for Brain, Cognition and Behaviour, Nijmegen, The Netherlands
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- HAN University of Applied Sciences, Nijmegen, The Netherlands
- Department of Rehabilitation, Radboud University Medical Center, Donders Institute for Brain, Cognition and Behaviour, Nijmegen, The Netherlands
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Krein L, Jeon Y, Miller Amberber A, Fethney J. Communication support needs assessment in dementia (CoSNAT-D): An international content validation study. HEALTH & SOCIAL CARE IN THE COMMUNITY 2022; 30:e4745-e4757. [PMID: 35698803 PMCID: PMC10084166 DOI: 10.1111/hsc.13881] [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: 08/16/2021] [Revised: 06/01/2022] [Accepted: 05/27/2022] [Indexed: 06/15/2023]
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The decline of language and communication abilities is common among people living with dementia and impacts on many areas of everyday life, including active participation in social activities and decision-making. Despite a growing body of supporting evidence for approaches that address language and communication decline in dementia, the concept of communication rehabilitation is largely neglected in this population. This paper reports on the content validation of a novel tool, the Communication Support Needs Assessment Tool for Dementia (CoSNAT-D). The tool has been developed to assist in the initial identification of communication difficulties and related support needs of people living with dementia. Importantly, the CoSNAT-D is the only available tool that takes a three-way informed approach, considering the view of the person living with dementia, their carer and an administering healthcare professional. Content validity was established between September and December 2018 using a modified Delphi approach. An international expert panel rated 32 items of a face-validated item pool regarding their importance and relevance through an iterative feedback process. Consensus was pre-determined at 70% of agreement for both importance and relevance of an item. Data were analysed using descriptive statistics and qualitative content analysis of comments provided in each round. Twenty-eight experts working in dementia, language and communication participated in the Delphi survey. Qualitative analysis resulted in the addition of five items, of which three reached the required consensus in Round 3. Consensus was established for 35/37 items in three rounds. The pilot version of the CoSNAT-D demonstrates adequate content validity and face validity. The use of the CoSNAT-D may assist a range of healthcare professionals in the decision-making process about appropriate next management steps, and thereby improve the care path for people with dementia and language and communication impairment. The establishment of further psychometric properties is warranted.
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- Luisa Krein
- Susan Wakil School of Nursing and Midwifery, Faculty of Medicine and HealthUniversity of SydneySydneyNew South WalesAustralia
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- Susan Wakil School of Nursing and Midwifery, Faculty of Medicine and HealthUniversity of SydneySydneyNew South WalesAustralia
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- School of Community Health, Faculty of ScienceCharles Sturt UniversitySydneyNew South WalesAustralia
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- Susan Wakil School of Nursing and Midwifery, Faculty of Medicine and HealthUniversity of SydneySydneyNew South WalesAustralia
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Turnbull AE, Groat D, Dinglas VD, Akhlaghi N, Bose S, Banner-Goodspeed V, Mir-Kasimov M, Sevin CM, Jackson JC, Beesley S, Hopkins RO, Needham DM, Brown SM. Perceived Social Support among Acute Respiratory Failure Survivors in a Multicenter Prospective Cohort Study. Ann Am Thorac Soc 2022; 19:1930-1933. [PMID: 35588052 PMCID: PMC9667799 DOI: 10.1513/annalsats.202203-190rl] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/15/2022] Open
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- Beth Israel Deaconess Medical CenterBoston, Massachusetts
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- University of UtahSalt Lake City, Utah
- Salt Lake City Veterans AdministrationSalt Lake City, Utah
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- Vanderbilt University Medical CenterNashville, Tennessee
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- Intermountain Medical CenterSalt Lake City, Utah
- University of UtahSalt Lake City, Utah
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- Intermountain Medical CenterSalt Lake City, Utah
- Brigham Young UniversityProvo, Utah
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- Intermountain Medical CenterSalt Lake City, Utah
- University of UtahSalt Lake City, Utah
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Palumbo A, Aluru V, Battaglia J, Geller D, Turry A, Ross M, Cristian A, Balagula C, Ogedegbe G, Khatri L, Chao MV, Froemke RC, Urbanek JK, Raghavan P. Music Upper Limb Therapy-Integrated Provides a Feasible Enriched Environment and Reduces Post-stroke Depression: A Pilot Randomized Controlled Trial. Am J Phys Med Rehabil 2022; 101:937-946. [PMID: 34864768 PMCID: PMC9163211 DOI: 10.1097/phm.0000000000001938] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/29/2022]
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OBJECTIVE This study's aims were to refine Music Upper Limb Therapy-Integrated (MULT-I) to create a feasible enriched environment for stroke rehabilitation and compare its biologic and behavioral effects with that of a home exercise program (HEP). DESIGN This was a randomized mixed-methods study of 30 adults with post-stroke hemiparesis. Serum brain-derived neurotrophic factor and oxytocin levels measured biologic effects, and upper limb function, disability, quality of life, and emotional well-being were assessed as behavioral outcomes. Participant experiences were explored using semistructured interviews. RESULTS MULT-I participants showed reduced depression from preintervention to postintervention as compared with HEP participants. Brain-derived neurotrophic factor levels significantly increased for MULT-I participants but decreased for HEP participants, with a significant difference between groups after excluding those with post-stroke depression. MULT-I participants additionally improved quality of life and self-perceived physical strength, mobility, activity, participation, and recovery from preintervention to postintervention. HEP participants improved upper limb function. Qualitatively, MULT-I provided psychosocial support and enjoyment, whereas HEP supported self-management of rehabilitation. CONCLUSIONS Implementation of a music-enriched environment is feasible, reduces post-stroke depression, and may enhance the neural environment for recovery via increases in brain-derived neurotrophic factor levels. Self-management of rehabilitation through an HEP may further improve upper limb function.
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- Anna Palumbo
- Rehabilitation Science Program, Department of Occupational Therapy, NYU Steinhardt School of Culture, Education, and Human Development, New York, NY 10003
- Nordoff Robbins Center for Music Therapy, NYU Steinhardt School of Culture, Education and Human Development, New York, NY 10003
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- Department of Rehabilitation Medicine, NYU Langone School of Medicine, New York, NY, 10016
- Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Kingsbrook Jewish Medical Center, Brooklyn, NY 11203
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- Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Kingsbrook Jewish Medical Center, Brooklyn, NY 11203
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- Department of Rehabilitation Medicine, NYU Langone School of Medicine, New York, NY, 10016
- Department of Rehabilitation and Regenerative Medicine, Columbia University Irving Medical Center, New York, NY 10032
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- Nordoff Robbins Center for Music Therapy, NYU Steinhardt School of Culture, Education and Human Development, New York, NY 10003
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- Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Kingsbrook Jewish Medical Center, Brooklyn, NY 11203
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- Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Miami Cancer Institute, Baptist Health South Florida, Miami, FL 33176
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- Department of Rehabilitation Medicine, NYU Langone School of Medicine, New York, NY, 10016
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- Department of Population Health, NYU Langone School of Medicine, New York, NY 10016
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- Skirball Institute, NYU Langone School of Medicine, New York, NY 10016
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- Skirball Institute, NYU Langone School of Medicine, New York, NY 10016
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- Skirball Institute, NYU Langone School of Medicine, New York, NY 10016
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- Division of Geriatric Medicine and Gerontology, Department of Medicine, Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Baltimore, MD 21287
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- Department of Rehabilitation Medicine, NYU Langone School of Medicine, New York, NY, 10016
- Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation and Neurology, Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Baltimore, MD 21287
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Salas CE, Rojas-Líbano D, Castro O, Cruces R, Evans J, Radovic D, Arévalo-Romero C, Torres J, Aliaga Á. Social isolation after acquired brain injury: Exploring the relationship between network size, functional support, loneliness and mental health. Neuropsychol Rehabil 2022; 32:2294-2318. [PMID: 34139944 DOI: 10.1080/09602011.2021.1939062] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/27/2022]
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Social isolation can be a consequence of acquired brain injury (ABI). Few studies have examined the relationship between social isolation and mental health after ABI. In this cross-sectional and case-control study, we compared 51 ABI survivors and 51 matched healthy controls on measures of social isolation (network size, social support and loneliness) mental health and mental health problems. We explored the relationship between structural, functional and subjective components of social isolation and examined whether they were associated with mental health outcomes. No group differences were found on size of the network and perceived social support. The ABI group exhibited marginally higher levels of loneliness. The ABI group presented higher levels of depression, lower levels of quality of life and emotional wellbeing. In both groups, perception of social support was inversely related to subjective experience of loneliness. The relationship between network size and loneliness was only significant in the ABI group. Only loneliness significantly predicted quality of life, emotional wellbeing, depression and anxiety in people with brain injury. The relationship between social isolation variables in ABI is discussed, as well as the theoretical and clinical implications of focusing on loneliness to improve mental health after brain injury.
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- Christian E Salas
- Centre for Research in Human Neuroscience and Neuropsychology, Faculty of Psychology, Diego Portales University, Santiago, Chile.,Clinical Neuropsychology Unit, Faculty of Psychology, Diego Portales University, Santiago, Chile
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- Centre for Research in Human Neuroscience and Neuropsychology, Faculty of Psychology, Diego Portales University, Santiago, Chile
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- School of Occupational Therapy, Universidad Autónoma de Chile, Santiago, Chile
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- Clinical Neuropsychology Unit, Faculty of Psychology, Diego Portales University, Santiago, Chile
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- Institute of Health & Wellbeing, College of Medical, Veterinary and Life Sciences, University of Glasgow, Glasgow, UK
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- Faculty of Physical and Mathematical Sciences, University of Chile, Santiago, Chile
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- Centre for Research in Human Neuroscience and Neuropsychology, Faculty of Psychology, Diego Portales University, Santiago, Chile
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- Department of Physical Therapy, Faculty of Medicine, University of Chile, Santiago, Chile.,Department of Neuroscience, Faculty of Medicine, University of Chile, Santiago, Chile.,Service of Physical and Rehabilitation Medicine, Clínica Davila, Santiago Chile
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- Clinical Neuropsychology Unit, Faculty of Psychology, Diego Portales University, Santiago, Chile
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Nakagawa T, Noguchi T, Komatsu A, Saito T. The role of social resources and trajectories of functional health following stroke. Soc Sci Med 2022; 311:115322. [PMID: 36067620 DOI: 10.1016/j.socscimed.2022.115322] [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: 06/23/2022] [Revised: 08/22/2022] [Accepted: 08/25/2022] [Indexed: 11/23/2022]
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Stroke is a major cause of disability in old age. Research has revealed that social resources available after the onset of stroke can mitigate functional prognosis. However, most studies have conceptualized resources as static rather than dynamic and have not measured changes in social resources from the pre-to post-stroke periods. To better understand the recovery process following stroke, we examined how social resources available before its onset and changes from pre-to post-stroke were associated with trajectories of functional health following stroke. Data were derived from an up to 19-year longitudinal study of a nationally representative sample of Japanese adults aged 60 years and older. We identified 389 people who experienced self- or proxy-reported first stroke during follow-up (age at stroke onset: M = 75.9, SD = 6.8; 49.1% women). The average number of observations was 4.6 (SD = 1.6, range 2-7). Functional health was measured with self- or proxy-reported basic and instrumental activities of daily living. Social resources were indexed as residential status, contact with own non-coresident children, social participation, and perceived support. Analyses were adjusted for age at stroke onset, sex, education, health condition, and cognitive function. A multiphase growth model indicated that individuals who participated more frequently in social groups prior to stroke exhibited less functional deterioration post-stroke than those who participated less frequently. Whereas contact frequency with non-coresident children typically declined following stroke, the analysis further revealed that individuals who maintained contact frequency from pre-to post-stroke showed less steep functional decline over time in the post-stroke period despite minor individual differences. We found that social resources before stroke onset and changes in the resources following stroke may play a protective role against adverse prognoses. Inclusive communities may help older adults remain independent even after serious health events.
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- Takeshi Nakagawa
- Research Institute, National Center for Geriatrics and Gerontology, 7-430 Morioka, Obu, Aichi, 474-8511, Japan.
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- Research Institute, National Center for Geriatrics and Gerontology, 7-430 Morioka, Obu, Aichi, 474-8511, Japan.
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- Research Institute, National Center for Geriatrics and Gerontology, 7-430 Morioka, Obu, Aichi, 474-8511, Japan.
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- Research Institute, National Center for Geriatrics and Gerontology, 7-430 Morioka, Obu, Aichi, 474-8511, Japan.
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Association between participation self-efficacy and participation in stroke survivors. BMC Neurol 2022; 22:361. [PMID: 36138370 PMCID: PMC9494797 DOI: 10.1186/s12883-022-02883-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/13/2021] [Accepted: 05/10/2022] [Indexed: 11/10/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Most stroke survivors face restrictions in functional disability and social participation, which can impede their recovery and community reintegration. Participation self-efficacy refers to survivors' confidence in using strategies to manage participation in areas including community living and work engagement. This study aimed to assess the association between participation self-efficacy and participation among stroke survivors. METHODS This study adopted a cross-sectional correlational design with a convenience sample of 336 stroke survivors recruited from five hospitals in China. Participation self-efficacy was measured using the Chinese version of the Participation Strategies Self-Efficacy Scale (PS-SES-C) and participation measured using the Chinese version of the Reintegration to Normal Living Index (RNLI-C). The association between participation self-efficacy and participation was examined using multiple regression analysis with adjustment for potential confounders. RESULTS Participants had a mean age of 69.9 ± 11.5 years, with most (81.6%) having an ischaemic stroke, and more than half (61.6%) a first-ever stroke. After adjustment for potential confounders, every 10-point increase in the PS-SES-C total score was significantly associated with an average 1.3-point increase in the RNLI-C total score (B = 1.313, SE = 0.196, p < 0.001). CONCLUSIONS This study demonstrates that participation self-efficacy is significantly associated with participation among Chinese community-dwelling survivors of a mild or moderate stroke. This suggests that rehabilitation programmes for stroke survivors may be more effective if they incorporate participation-focused strategies designed to enhance self-efficacy. (229 words).
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Currie S, Douglas J, Winkler D. 'What's next?' The journey from hospital to community engagement from the perspectives of adults following severe acquired brain injury: a scoping review protocol. BMJ Open 2022; 12:e064226. [PMID: 36130757 PMCID: PMC9494587 DOI: 10.1136/bmjopen-2022-064226] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/09/2022] Open
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INTRODUCTION Community integration and social participation remain a challenge for many individuals following acquired brain injury (ABI) and the transition from hospital to home is a complex journey. It is important to conceptualise this transition from the perspective of people with ABI, to inform future research with the overall aim of improving the experience of community re-engagement and maintaining important relationships within social networks. METHODS AND ANALYSIS The methodology outlined by Arksey and O'Malley and the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analysis: extension for Scoping Reviews will be used to guide the review. A comprehensive electronic database search will be conducted in MEDLINE, CINAHL, Scopus, Embase and PsychINFO. The search will aim to locate only published, qualitative or mixed methods studies and will be limited to citations published in English, from January 2014 to the date of final search completion. Quality assessment using the Critical Appraisal Skills Programme will be completed and reported.Data extraction will include participant and study characteristics.Finally, qualitative data from each citation, including participant quotes, will be extracted and thematic analysis will be completed to support conceptualisation of community participation from those who have experienced the transition to the community following discharge from hospital. Three individuals with lived experiences of ABI will be engaged as paid consultants to review and comment on the findings of the review. ETHICS AND DISSEMINATION It is intended that the findings from this review will be made available to relevant stakeholders through peer-reviewed publications and conference presentations. This scoping review does not require an ethics application.
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- Suzanne Currie
- Living with Disability Research Centre, La Trobe University, Bundoora, Victoria, Australia
- Research Unit, Summer Foundation, Blackburn, Victoria, Australia
- Physiotherapy Department, Alfred Health, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
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- Living with Disability Research Centre, La Trobe University, Bundoora, Victoria, Australia
- Research Unit, Summer Foundation, Blackburn, Victoria, Australia
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- Living with Disability Research Centre, La Trobe University, Bundoora, Victoria, Australia
- Research Unit, Summer Foundation, Blackburn, Victoria, Australia
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Kylén M, Ytterberg C, von Koch L, Elf M. How is the environment integrated into post-stroke rehabilitation? A qualitative study among community-dwelling persons with stroke who receive home rehabilitation in Sweden. HEALTH & SOCIAL CARE IN THE COMMUNITY 2022; 30:1933-1943. [PMID: 34541725 DOI: 10.1111/hsc.13572] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/08/2021] [Revised: 06/17/2021] [Accepted: 08/27/2021] [Indexed: 06/13/2023]
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Studies have shown a need to consider environmental factors to best support the rehabilitation and recovery process after a stroke. In addition, despite intentions to increase individuals' participation in care and rehabilitation, patients and family members report weak participation. The aim of this study was to explore how the environment was integrated into rehabilitation at home from the perspective of patients after a stroke. We conducted as a qualitative study with 17 patients rehabilitated at home. Data on the participants' experiences of the rehabilitation process and their perceptions of how the environment was considered in the process were collected via interviews and analysed using qualitative content analysis. The main category that was constructed from the data was "Partial integration of person- environment dynamics in the rehabilitation", which was informed by three subcategories: (a) I recover in my home: Challenges and opportunities in the environment, (b) Following a generic approach to therapy: Limited integration of the environment, and (c) Informed more than involved. Our study showed that the environment was integrated in a limited manner. The participants were more informed about than involved in their planning of the rehabilitation. The results are important for informing the ongoing development of rehabilitation at home and person-centred care strategies.
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- Maya Kylén
- School of Health and Welfare, Dalarna University, Falun, Sweden
- Department of Health Sciences, Lund University, Lund, Sweden
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- Department of Neurobiology, Care Sciences and Society, Karolinska Institutet, Huddinge, Sweden
- Karolinska University Hospital, Stockholm, Sweden
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- Department of Neurobiology, Care Sciences and Society, Karolinska Institutet, Huddinge, Sweden
- Karolinska University Hospital, Stockholm, Sweden
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- School of Health and Welfare, Dalarna University, Falun, Sweden
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Shiggins C, Ryan B, O'Halloran R, Power E, Bernhardt J, Lindley RI, McGurk G, Hankey GJ, Rose ML. Towards the consistent inclusion of people with aphasia in stroke research irrespective of discipline. Arch Phys Med Rehabil 2022; 103:2256-2263. [PMID: 35905771 DOI: 10.1016/j.apmr.2022.07.004] [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: 11/29/2021] [Revised: 06/12/2022] [Accepted: 07/04/2022] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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People with aphasia have been systematically excluded from stroke research or included without the necessary modifications, threatening external study validity. In this paper, we propose that 1) the inclusion of people with aphasia should be considered as standard in stroke research irrespective of discipline and that 2) modifications should be made to stroke research procedures to support people with aphasia to achieve meaningful and valid inclusion. We argue that outright exclusion of this heterogenous population from stroke research based purely on a diagnosis of aphasia is rarely required and present a rationale for deliberate inclusion of people with aphasia in stroke research. The purpose of this paper is fourfold; 1) to highlight the issue and implications of excluding people with aphasia from stroke research; 2) to acknowledge the current barriers to including people with aphasia in stroke research; 3) to provide stroke researchers with methods to enable inclusion, including recommendations, resources, and guidance; and 4) to consider research needed to develop aphasia inclusive practices in stroke research.
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- Ciara Shiggins
- Centre of Research Excellence in Aphasia Recovery and Rehabilitation, Australia; School of Allied Health, Human Services and Sport, La Trobe University, Melbourne, Australia; Queensland Aphasia Research Centre, Brisbane, Australia; School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences, The University of Queensland, Brisbane, Australia; School of Health Sciences, University of East Anglia, Norwich, Norfolk, UK.
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- Centre of Research Excellence in Aphasia Recovery and Rehabilitation, Australia; University of Technology Sydney, Graduate School of Health, Clinical Psychology, Ultimo, NSW 2007, Australia; Speech Pathology, Curtin School of Allied Health, Curtin University, Perth, Australia
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- Centre of Research Excellence in Aphasia Recovery and Rehabilitation, Australia; School of Allied Health, Human Services and Sport, La Trobe University, Melbourne, Australia
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- Centre of Research Excellence in Aphasia Recovery and Rehabilitation, Australia; University of Technology Sydney, Graduate School of Health, Speech Pathology, Ultimo, NSW 2007, Australia
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- Centre of Research Excellence in Aphasia Recovery and Rehabilitation, Australia; Director, NHMRC Centre of Research Excellence Stroke Rehabilitation and Brain Recovery & Co-Head of Stroke Theme, Florey Institute of Neuroscience and Mental Health, University of Melbourne, Australia
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- Centre of Research Excellence in Aphasia Recovery and Rehabilitation, Australia; Westmead Applied Research Centre; Faculty of Medicine and Health, University of Sydney
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- Chairperson, Human Research Ethics Committee, Royal Brisbane and Women's Hospital; Chairperson, Human Research Ethics Committee A, University of Queensland; Member, Human Research Ethics Committee, Townsville Hospital and Health Service; Director, OmniAdvisory Consulting
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- Professor of Neurology, Medical School, Faculty of Health & Medical Sciences, The University of Western Australia, Australia
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- Centre of Research Excellence in Aphasia Recovery and Rehabilitation, Australia; School of Allied Health, Human Services and Sport, La Trobe University, Melbourne, Australia
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Pertz M, Braunwarth JI, Steinbach J, Wißing S, Thoma P. Social problem solving and trait socioemotional abilities in ambulatory stroke patients. J Clin Exp Neuropsychol 2022; 44:195-209. [PMID: 35856742 DOI: 10.1080/13803395.2022.2101619] [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: 10/17/2022]
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INTRODUCTION Stroke has been associated with sociocognitive impairment, so far well documented for emotion recognition and Theory of Mind. However, more complex abilities, such as social problem solving, which directly facilitate appropriate behavior in social situations have been neglected in previous research. METHOD The present study aimed to address this gap by focusing on performance-based social problem solving abilities and self-reported socioemotional abilities (i.e., empathy and alexithymia) in outpatient stroke patients (n = 36) compared to a group of healthy controls (n = 36) equivalent on age, gender, and education. In further analyses, potential lateralization effects and correlations between social problem solving/socioemotional functioning and demographic and clinical data were investigated. RESULTS In the main analyses, patients were impaired in their ability to freely generate appropriate solutions for challenging interpersonal situations depicted in written scenarios but performed on a comparable level as healthy controls when they had to choose the optimal solution presented amidst a range of less optimal options. While showing difficulty in identifying the awkward elements in the scenarios, the patient group nevertheless rated the degree of discomfort attributed to these elements on a level comparable to the control group. On the self-report measures, stroke patients reported overall higher degrees of alexithymia (i.e., an inability to describe and identify one's own and other persons´ emotions) and more personal distress in response to other individuals´ emotional suffering as assessed by self-report. CONCLUSIONS The present results suggest that stroke is associated with a broad impact on socioemotional and social problem solving abilities. As difficulties in social problem solving might be associated with increased psychosocial burden they ought to be addressed in stroke rehabilitation.
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- Milena Pertz
- Department of Neurology, University Hospital Knappschaftskrankenhaus, Ruhr University Bochum, Bochum, Germany
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- Faculty of Psychology, Neuropsychological Therapy Centre (NTC), Ruhr University Bochum, Bochum, Germany
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- Faculty of Psychology, Neuropsychological Therapy Centre (NTC), Ruhr University Bochum, Bochum, Germany
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- Faculty of Psychology, Neuropsychological Therapy Centre (NTC), Ruhr University Bochum, Bochum, Germany
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Kylén M, von Koch L, Wottrich AW, Elf M. Living with the aftermaths of a stroke in the era of the COVID-19 pandemic; the significance of home and close surroundings. Health Place 2022; 76:102852. [PMID: 35803042 PMCID: PMC9222220 DOI: 10.1016/j.healthplace.2022.102852] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/09/2021] [Revised: 04/22/2022] [Accepted: 06/17/2022] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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Stay-at-home recommendations to reduce the spread of the COVID-19 virus have had a major impact on people's everyday lives. However, while the evidence indicates that such recommendations have caused distress, anxiety, and fear among the public, little is known about how persons living with complex health conditions, e.g., disability after stroke, have experienced and handled the situation. We interviewed fourteen participants (7 women, 7 men) aged 61–91 years living in ordinary housing during summer 2020 to explore how people who recovered after a stroke experienced their everyday lives in their homes and close surroundings during the COVID-19 pandemic recommendations. Three intertwined themes were constructed from the narrative data and the iterative thematic analysis: (1) Places within and out of reach, (2) Upholding activities–strategies and structures, and (3) Adapting to new circumstances. The findings suggest that places within reach were important to maintain activities and provide structure in daily life. The participants seemed to make use of their previous experiences of adjusting to new circumstances after stroke when adapting to living under the stay-at-home recommendations. In addition, feeling that they now shared the restrictions with all other people in society seemed to ease their situations. Access to nature and spaces in the close surroundings was essential for staying socially connected and receiving support in daily life. The significance of the home and the neighbourhood for health experiences among people who recently have had a stroke should inform rehabilitation interventions both during and after pandemics and environmental planning.
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- Maya Kylén
- Dalarna University, School of Health and Welfare, Falun, Sweden; Lund University, Department of Health Sciences, Lund, Sweden.
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- Karolinska Institutet, Department of Neurobiology, Care Sciences and Society, Huddinge, Sweden; Karolinska University Hospital, Stockholm, Sweden
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- Karolinska Institutet, Department of Neurobiology, Care Sciences and Society, Huddinge, Sweden
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- Dalarna University, School of Health and Welfare, Falun, Sweden
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Kristensson J, Saldert C, Östberg P, Smith SR, Åke S, Longoni F. Naming vs. non-naming treatment in aphasia in a group setting-A randomized controlled trial. JOURNAL OF COMMUNICATION DISORDERS 2022; 97:106215. [PMID: 35367876 DOI: 10.1016/j.jcomdis.2022.106215] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/15/2021] [Revised: 03/07/2022] [Accepted: 03/15/2022] [Indexed: 06/14/2023]
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INTRODUCTION Anomia affects numerous persons with aphasia. Treatment effects of anomia group therapy have been reported, but the evidence is not comprehensive. This study aimed to explore treatment effects of a naming treatment compared with a non-naming treatment delivered in a group setting. METHODS In a randomized controlled trial, 17 participants with chronic poststroke aphasia underwent group therapy, 2 hours a session, 3 times per week, for a total of 20 hours. The treatment given in the naming group was modified semantic feature analysis (SFA). Treatment content in the non-naming group comprised auditory comprehension, copying text, and reading. The primary outcome measure was accuracy in confrontation naming of participant-selected trained nouns and verbs. Generalization effects were evaluated in single-word naming, connected speech, and everyday communication. RESULTS Participants in both groups significantly improved their naming of trained items. There were no differences between the groups. The treatment effect did not remain at follow-up 10 weeks after therapy. No other statistically significant changes occurred in either group. CONCLUSIONS Group intervention can improve naming ability in individuals with chronic aphasia. However, similar treatment effects can be achieved using a non-naming treatment as using a naming treatment, such as modified SFA. Further research is warranted to identify the most important elements of anomia group therapy.
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- Joana Kristensson
- Speech and Language Pathology Unit, Department of Health and Rehabilitation at the Institute of Neuroscience and Physiology, Sahlgrenska Academy at Gothenburg University, PO Box 452, SE-405 30 Gothenburg, Sweden.
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- Speech and Language Pathology Unit, Department of Health and Rehabilitation at the Institute of Neuroscience and Physiology, Sahlgrenska Academy at Gothenburg University, PO Box 452, SE-405 30 Gothenburg, Sweden
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- Division of Speech and Language Pathology, Department of Clinical Science, Intervention, and Technology, Karolinska Institutet, Stockholm, Sweden; Medical Unit Speech and Language Pathology, Karolinska University Hospital, Stockholm, Sweden
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- Speech and Language Pathology Unit, Department of Health and Rehabilitation at the Institute of Neuroscience and Physiology, Sahlgrenska Academy at Gothenburg University, PO Box 452, SE-405 30 Gothenburg, Sweden
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- Speech and Language Pathology Unit, Department of Health and Rehabilitation at the Institute of Neuroscience and Physiology, Sahlgrenska Academy at Gothenburg University, PO Box 452, SE-405 30 Gothenburg, Sweden
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- Speech and Language Pathology Unit, Department of Health and Rehabilitation at the Institute of Neuroscience and Physiology, Sahlgrenska Academy at Gothenburg University, PO Box 452, SE-405 30 Gothenburg, Sweden
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Estevao C, Taylor E, Jarrett L, Fort J, Murphy K, Woods A, Crane N, Fancourt D, Pariante CM, Jones F. A Protocol to Understand the Implementation and Experiences of an Online Community-Based Performance Arts Programme Through and Beyond the COVID-19 Pandemic, Brain Waves. FRONTIERS IN REHABILITATION SCIENCES 2022; 3:793901. [PMID: 36189013 PMCID: PMC9397673 DOI: 10.3389/fresc.2022.793901] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/12/2021] [Accepted: 03/16/2022] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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Introduction Individuals living with acquired brain injury experience numerous psychological, physical, and social challenges. Since the COVID-19 pandemic, many have experienced additional isolation, mental health issues and have had limited access to social and physical activities otherwise available in the community. Materials and Methods Brain Waves is a 12-week online performance arts programme developed during the COVID-19 pandemic, for people with acquired brain injury (ABI). The research component of Brain Waves is a qualitative study, using Interpretative Phenomenological Analysis (IPA) and ethnographic methods (Observations and Interviews). The study will recruit two distinct populations: individuals living with acquired brain injury (including people who have experienced traumatic brain injury and stroke who are participating in the programme) and stakeholders (facilitators, involved in the delivery of Brain Waves). This paper presents the protocol for a project which aims to gain an understanding of the implementation and experiences of creating and participating in an online community-based performance arts programme.
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- Carolina Estevao
- Department of Psychological Medicine, Institute of Psychiatry, Psychology and Neuroscience, King's College London, London, United Kingdom
- *Correspondence: Carolina Estevao
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- Faculty of Health, Social Care and Education, Centre for Allied Health, St. George's University of London, London, United Kingdom
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- Music Department, King's College London, London, United Kingdom
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- Department of Psychological Medicine, Institute of Psychiatry, Psychology and Neuroscience, King's College London, London, United Kingdom
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- Culture Team, King's College London, London, United Kingdom
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- Department of Behavioural Science and Health, University College London, London, United Kingdom
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- Department of Psychological Medicine, Institute of Psychiatry, Psychology and Neuroscience, King's College London, London, United Kingdom
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- Faculty of Health, Social Care and Education, Centre for Health and Social Care Research, Kingston University and St. George's University of London, London, United Kingdom
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Cheng BBY, Ryan BJ, Copland DA, Wallace SJ. Prognostication in Poststroke Aphasia: Perspectives of Significant Others of People With Aphasia on Receiving Information About Recovery. AMERICAN JOURNAL OF SPEECH-LANGUAGE PATHOLOGY 2022; 31:896-911. [PMID: 35050706 DOI: 10.1044/2021_ajslp-21-00170] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/14/2023]
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PURPOSE Knowing what to expect poststroke is important for many significant others of people with aphasia, yet an understanding of their perceptions and preferences in receiving prognostic information is limited. This knowledge is needed to inform the formulation and delivery of aphasia prognoses as conversations about prognosis can be harmful or helpful depending on their alignment with key stakeholder perspectives. Our preliminary study sought insight into the perspectives of significant others of people with aphasia on receiving prognostic information, with an aim toward informing evidence-based practice in aphasia prognostication. METHOD We interviewed seven significant others of people with aphasia, 3-12 months poststroke. The interviews were semistructured, conducted one-to-one, and analyzed qualitatively using reflexive thematic analysis. RESULTS Five themes were drawn from the interviews: (a) You don't know what you don't know. (b) Having them alive is the best you can ask for. (c) Recovery in the eye of the beholder. (d) Outcomes don't matter unless they help me help them. (e) It's my prognosis too if I'm living with aphasia. CONCLUSIONS A significant other's prognosis-related perceptions and preferences are products of their poststroke reality and may inadvertently shape that of the person with aphasia. In order to facilitate recovery, prognostication practices need to consider the needs of significant others both as providers of care and as requiring care themselves for their first-hand experiences of third-party disability.
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- Bonnie B Y Cheng
- School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences, The University of Queensland, St. Lucia, Australia
- Queensland Aphasia Research Centre, The University of Queensland, Herston, Australia
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- School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences, The University of Queensland, St. Lucia, Australia
- Queensland Aphasia Research Centre, The University of Queensland, Herston, Australia
- NHMRC Centre of Research Excellence in Aphasia Recovery and Rehabilitation, La Trobe University, Bundoora, Victoria, Australia
- Discipline of Clinical Psychology, Graduate School of Health, University of Technology Sydney, Ultimo, New South Wales, Australia
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- School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences, The University of Queensland, St. Lucia, Australia
- Queensland Aphasia Research Centre, The University of Queensland, Herston, Australia
- NHMRC Centre of Research Excellence in Aphasia Recovery and Rehabilitation, La Trobe University, Bundoora, Victoria, Australia
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- School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences, The University of Queensland, St. Lucia, Australia
- Queensland Aphasia Research Centre, The University of Queensland, Herston, Australia
- NHMRC Centre of Research Excellence in Aphasia Recovery and Rehabilitation, La Trobe University, Bundoora, Victoria, Australia
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Dong X, Yang S, Guo Y, Lv P, Liu Y. Exploring Psychoneurological Symptom Clusters in Acute Stroke Patients: A Latent Class Analysis. J Pain Res 2022; 15:789-799. [PMID: 35386423 PMCID: PMC8977864 DOI: 10.2147/jpr.s350727] [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: 11/26/2021] [Accepted: 03/10/2022] [Indexed: 11/23/2022] Open
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Purpose To identify latent classes of acute stroke patients with distinct experiences with the symptom clusters of depression, anxiety, fatigue, sleep disturbance, and pain symptoms and assess, if the selected variables determine a symptom-cluster experience in acute stroke patients. Participants and Methods A sample of 690 participants were collected from July 2020 to December 2020 in a cross-sectional descriptive study. Latent class analysis was conducted to distinguish different clusters of acute stroke participants who experienced five patient-reported symptoms. Furthermore, multinomial logistic regression was selected to verify the influencing indicators of each subgroup, with selected socio-demographic variables, clinical characteristics, self-efficacy, and perceived social support as independent variables and the different latent classes as the dependent variable. Results Three latent classes, named “all high symptom,” “high psychological disorder,” and “all low symptom,” were identified, accounting for 9.6%, 26.3%, and 64.1% of symptom clusters, respectively. Patients in the “all high symptom” and “high psychological disorder” classes reported significantly lower quality of life (F=40.21, p <0.05). Female gender, younger age, higher National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale scores, and lower self-efficacy and perceived social support were risk factors associated with the “high psychological disorder” class. Younger patients with lower self-efficacy and perceived social support were more likely to be in the “all high symptom” class. Conclusion This study identified latent classes of acute stroke patients that can be used in predicting symptom-cluster experiences following a stroke. Also, the ability to characterize subgroups of patients with distinct symptom experiences helps identify high-risk patients. Focusing on symptom clusters in clinical practice can inspire us to create effective targeted interventions for subgroups of stroke patients suffering from the same symptom cluster.
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- Xiaofang Dong
- Neurology Department, The First Affiliated Hospital of Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou, Henan Province, People’s Republic of China
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- Orthopedics Department, The Seventh People’s Hospital of Zhengzhou, Zhengzhou, Henan Province, People’s Republic of China
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- Neurology Department, The First Affiliated Hospital of Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou, Henan Province, People’s Republic of China
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- Neurology Department, The First Affiliated Hospital of Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou, Henan Province, People’s Republic of China
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- Neurology Department, The First Affiliated Hospital of Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou, Henan Province, People’s Republic of China
- Correspondence: Yanjin Liu, Neurology Department, The First Affiliated Hospital of Zhengzhou University, No. 1 Eastern Jianshe Road, Zhengzhou, Henan, 450052, People’s Republic of China, Tel +86 13523548732, Email ;
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Lo SHS, Chau JPC, Choi KC. Development and psychometric evaluation of a questionnaire for assessing self-management behaviors in stroke survivors. J Stroke Cerebrovasc Dis 2022; 31:106389. [PMID: 35182947 DOI: 10.1016/j.jstrokecerebrovasdis.2022.106389] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/26/2021] [Revised: 12/31/2021] [Accepted: 01/31/2022] [Indexed: 11/17/2022] Open
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OBJECTIVES To develop and examine the psychometric properties of the Stroke Self-management Behaviors Performance Scale (SSBPS). MATERIALS AND METHODS This is a cross-sectional descriptive correlational study. An 11-item SSBPS was developed. Its content validity was reviewed by an expert panel, and it was piloted among six stroke survivors. Participants completed the SSBPS and four additional measures, namely Stroke Self-Efficacy Questionnaire, Stroke Specific Quality of Life Scale, Geriatric Depression Scale and Reintegration to Normal Living Index, at baseline and the SSBPS again after four weeks. Principal component factor analysis was performed to examine the factor structure. Internal consistency, convergent validity and test-test reliability were evaluated. RESULTS 128 stroke survivors completed the SSBPS and additional measures. Thirty-four of them completed the SSBPS again after four weeks. A two-factor structure of "Psychosocial management" and "Medical management" consisting of nine items was identified and accounted for 62% of the total variance. The SSBPS had acceptable internal consistency (Cronbach's alpha=0.65-0.88) and test-retest reliability (Intra-class correlation coefficient=0.57-0.73). The SSBPS total score was significantly correlated with the Stroke Self-Efficacy Questionnaire total (r=0.63, p<0.01), Reintegration to Normal Living Index total and subscales (r=0.60-0.69, p<0.01), Stroke Specific Quality of Life Scale total and all domains (r=0.19-0.61, p<0.05), and Geriatric Depression Scale total (r=-0.50, p<0.01) scores. CONCLUSIONS The desirable psychometric properties of the SSBPS provide evidence that the scale may be reliable and valid for assessing stroke survivors' performance of self-management behaviors. It would inform the development of effective strategies to promote positive self-management behavioral performance for optimal recovery.
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- Suzanne Hoi Shan Lo
- The Nethersole School of Nursing, Faculty of Medicine, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR.
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- The Nethersole School of Nursing, Faculty of Medicine, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR.
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- The Nethersole School of Nursing, Faculty of Medicine, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR.
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Kenah K, Bernhardt J, Spratt NJ, Oldmeadow C, Janssen H. Depression and a lack of socialization are associated with high levels of boredom during stroke rehabilitation: An exploratory study using a new conceptual framework. Neuropsychol Rehabil 2022; 33:497-527. [PMID: 35142257 DOI: 10.1080/09602011.2022.2030761] [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: 10/19/2022]
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This exploratory sub-study aimed to develop a framework to conceptualize boredom in stroke survivors during inpatient rehabilitation, establish the effect of an activity promotion intervention on boredom, and to investigate factors that are associated with boredom. A framework was developed and explored within a cluster non-randomised controlled trial. Self-reported boredom was measured in 160 stroke survivors 13 (±5) days after rehabilitation admission; 91 participants received usual-care (control) and 69 had access to a patient-driven model of activity promotion (intervention). Individuals with pre-existing dementia or unable to participate in standard rehabilitation were excluded. Hierarchical logistic regression analysis was used to identify demographic, health and activity measures associated with boredom. Results indicated 39% of participants were highly bored. There was no statistically significant difference in boredom levels between treatment groups (difference -11%, 95% CI -26% to 4%). The presence of depression (OR 6.17, 95% CI 2.57-14.79) and lower levels of socialization (OR 0.96, 95% CI 0.92-0.99) predicted high boredom levels. This comprehensive framework provides a foundation for understanding the many interacting factors associated with boredom. Results suggest managing depression and improving opportunities for socialization may support meaningful engagement in rehabilitation to optimize recovery following stroke.
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- Katrina Kenah
- School of Health Sciences, The University of Newcastle, Newcastle, Australia.,Monash Health, Cheltenham, Australia
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- The Florey Institute of Neuroscience and Mental Health, NHMRC Centre of Research Excellence in Stroke Rehabilitation and Brain Recovery, Heidelberg, Australia
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- Hunter Medical Research Institute, NHMRC Centre of Research Excellence in Stroke Rehabilitation and Brain Recovery, The University of Newcastle, Newcastle, Australia.,Department Neurology, John Hunter Hospital, Newcastle, Australia
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- Hunter Medical Research Institute, NHMRC Centre of Research Excellence in Stroke Rehabilitation and Brain Recovery, The University of Newcastle, Newcastle, Australia.,Hunter Stroke Service, Hunter New England Local Health District, Newcastle, Australia
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Lamont RA, Calitri R, Mounce LTA, Hollands L, Dean SG, Code C, Sanders A, Tarrant M. Shared social identity and perceived social support among stroke groups during the COVID-19 pandemic: Relationship with psychosocial health. Appl Psychol Health Well Being 2022; 15:172-192. [PMID: 35139581 PMCID: PMC9111261 DOI: 10.1111/aphw.12348] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/27/2021] [Revised: 01/24/2022] [Accepted: 01/25/2022] [Indexed: 02/07/2023]
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Community-based peer support groups for stroke survivors are common in the United Kingdom and aim to support rehabilitation. This study of 260 stroke survivors across 118 groups nationally used an online survey format, completed on average 3 months into the pandemic. Analysis of both quantitative and open-ended responses provided insights into how stroke group members maintained contact during the COVID-19 pandemic and how the group processes of shared social identity and perceived social support related to psychosocial outcomes (self-esteem, well-being and loneliness). Group members adapted to the pandemic early through telephone calls (61.6% of participants) and internet-based contact (>70% of participants), although also showed a desire for greater contact with their groups. A stronger sense of shared social identity and perceptions of social support from the stroke groups were weakly associated with reductions in loneliness among members, and greater perceived social support was associated with higher self-esteem. However, having poor health and living alone were more strongly associated with more negative psychosocial outcomes. The discussion considers how barriers to contact during pandemics can be managed, including access and use of online communication, limitations imposed by stroke-related disability, and how the experience of feeling supported and social identification can be better nurtured within remote contexts.
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- Ruth A. Lamont
- College of Medicine and HealthUniversity of ExeterExeterUK
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- College of Medicine and HealthUniversity of ExeterExeterUK
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- College of Medicine and HealthUniversity of ExeterExeterUK
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- College of Medicine and HealthUniversity of ExeterExeterUK
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- Department of PsychologyUniversity of ExeterExeterUK
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- College of Medicine and HealthUniversity of ExeterExeterUK
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- College of Medicine and HealthUniversity of ExeterExeterUK
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Ji K, Bai Z, Zhao Y, Sang L, Wang D, Chen R. Relationship between social capital and quality of life among adult stroke patients: a cross-sectional study in Anhui Province, China. Health Qual Life Outcomes 2022; 20:19. [PMID: 35123489 PMCID: PMC8817153 DOI: 10.1186/s12955-022-01925-x] [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: 08/31/2021] [Accepted: 01/20/2022] [Indexed: 11/10/2022] Open
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Objectives Few studies have investigated the association between social capital and quality of life (QoL) among stroke patients. To address this research gap, we aimed to explore the association between social capital and QoL among stroke patients in Anhui Province, China. Study design Cross-sectional study. Methods This cross-sectional study was conducted using a multi-stage stratified random sampling method. The following data including demographic characteristics, health-related conditions, five dimensions of social capital status, and quality of life (QoL) were collected using a questionnaire. Generalized linear models were then used to determine the relationship between social capital and QoL after adjusting for confounding factors. Results A total of 390 participants were included for the final analysis in this study. Our results indicated that subjects with higher social capital including social connection (coefficient: 28.28, 95% CI: 19.39–37.16), social support (coefficient: 21.17, 95% CI: 10.63–31.71), trust (coefficient: 13.46, 95% CI: 2.73–24.19), reciprocity (coefficient: 25.56, 95% CI: 15.97–35.15), and cohesion (coefficient: 19.30, 95% CI: 9.90–28.70) had increased odds of reporting poor QoL when compared with lower social capital group. We also observed that the association between social capital and QoL varied across cities. Conclusions Our findings show that social capital is associated with QoL in adult stroke patients, suggesting that social capital may be significant for enhancing QoL among adults with stroke. Supplementary Information The online version contains supplementary material available at 10.1186/s12955-022-01925-x.
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WANG C, LIN S, WANG Q, Xie S, Tu Q, ZHANG H, PENG M, ZHOU J, REDFERN J. The experience of stroke survivors and caregivers during hospital-to-home transitional care: A qualitative longitudinal study. Int J Nurs Stud 2022; 130:104213. [DOI: 10.1016/j.ijnurstu.2022.104213] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/24/2021] [Revised: 02/21/2022] [Accepted: 02/22/2022] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
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Richardson JD, Dalton SG. Assessment of language impairment and function. HANDBOOK OF CLINICAL NEUROLOGY 2022; 185:175-193. [PMID: 35078598 DOI: 10.1016/b978-0-12-823384-9.00009-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/19/2022]
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This chapter is written for the qualified neurologist or related professional working with persons who have had a stroke or other sudden brain injury. It is critical that the presence of aphasia is detected, no matter how mild the presentation, and to support that assertion, this chapter highlights the plight of persons with latent aphasia. At the individual level, the impact of aphasia is devastating, with overwhelming evidence that aphasia negatively impacts psychosocial outcomes. At the global level, sensitive detection and accurate diagnosis of aphasia are critical for accurate characterization and quantification of the global burden of aphasia. The word "LANGUAGE" is leveraged as an acronym to create a useful and memorable checklist to guide navigation of aphasia screening and assessment: it begins with the definition of language (L), followed by the definition and diagnostic criteria for aphasia (A). Then language abilities and characteristics to be considered in assessment are presented: naming (N); grammar and syntax (G); unintelligible words, jargon, and paraphasias (U); auditory comprehension and repetition (A); graphemic abilities-reading and writing (G); and everyday communication and discourse (E). Recommendations for improving procedural adherence are provided, and a list of potential brief assessment measures are introduced.
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- Jessica D Richardson
- Department of Speech and Hearing Sciences, University of New Mexico, Albuquerque, NM, United States.
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- Department of Speech Pathology and Audiology, Marquette University, Milwaukee, WI, United States
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Cai W, Wang XF, Wei XF, Zhang JR, Hu C, Ma W, Shen WD. Does urinary metabolite signature act as a biomarker of post-stroke depression? Front Psychiatry 2022; 13:928076. [PMID: 36090365 PMCID: PMC9448878 DOI: 10.3389/fpsyt.2022.928076] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/25/2022] [Accepted: 07/14/2022] [Indexed: 12/02/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND It is difficult to conduct the precise diagnosis of post-stroke depression (PSD) in clinical practice due to the complex psychopathology of depressive disorder. Several studies showed that gas chromatography-mass spectrometry (GC-MS)-identified urinary metabolite biomarkers could significantly discriminate PSD from stroke survivors. METHODS A systematic review was performed for the keywords of "urinary metabolite" and "PSD" using Medline, Cochrane Library, Embase, Web of Science, PsycINFO, Wanfang, CNKI, CBM, and VIP database from inception to 31 March 2022. RESULTS Four related studies were included in the review. Differential urinary metabolites including lactic acid, palmitic acid, azelaic acid, and tyrosine were identified in all the included studies. As a significant deviation in the metabolite biomarker panel, glyceric acid, azelaic acid, phenylalanine, palmitic acid, pseudouridine, and tyrosine were found in at least 2 included studies, which indicated good potential for the differentiation of PSD. CONCLUSION The systematic review provided evidence that differential urinary metabolites analyzed by the GC-MS-based approach might be used as a biomarker for the diagnosis and prognosis of PSD.
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- Wa Cai
- Department of Acupuncture, Shanghai Shuguang Hospital Affiliated to Shanghai University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Neurology, Seventh People's Hospital of Shanghai University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Acupuncture, Shanghai Shuguang Hospital Affiliated to Shanghai University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Acupuncture, Shanghai Shuguang Hospital Affiliated to Shanghai University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Acupuncture, Shanghai Shuguang Hospital Affiliated to Shanghai University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Acupuncture, Shanghai Shuguang Hospital Affiliated to Shanghai University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Acupuncture, Shanghai Shuguang Hospital Affiliated to Shanghai University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Shanghai, China
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Bi H, Wang M. Role of social support in poststroke depression: A meta-analysis. Front Psychiatry 2022; 13:924277. [PMID: 36213910 PMCID: PMC9539912 DOI: 10.3389/fpsyt.2022.924277] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/22/2022] [Accepted: 08/15/2022] [Indexed: 11/13/2022] Open
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Poststroke depression significantly affects health and quality of life of stroke patients. This study evaluates the role of social support in influencing poststroke depression. The literature search was conducted in electronic databases and study selection was based on precise eligibility criteria. The prevalence rates reported by individual studies were pooled. A meta-analysis of standardized mean differences (SMD) in social support between depressed and non-depressed stroke patients was performed. The odds ratios and correlation coefficients showing the relationship between social support and depression were pooled to achieve overall estimates. Twenty-five studies (9431 patients) were included. The prevalence of depression was 36% [95% confidence interval (CI): 28, 45]. Patients with poststroke depression had significantly lower social support in comparison with patients with no or lower levels of depression [SMD in social support scores -0.338 (95% CI: -0.589, -0.087); p = 0.008]. The odds of depression were lower in patients receiving higher levels of social support [OR 0.82 (95% CI: 0.69, 0.95)] but were higher in patients who were receiving weaker social support [OR 5.22 (95% CI: -0.87, 11.31)]. A meta-analysis of correlation coefficients found a significantly inverse correlation between social support and poststroke depression [r -0.336 (95% CI: -0.414, -0.254)]. Poststroke depression has a significant independent inverse association with social support.
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- Haiyang Bi
- Department of Acupuncture, The First Affiliated Hospital of Heilongjiang University of Chinese Medicine, Harbin, China
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- Integrated Traditional Chinese and Western Medicine Rehabilitation Medical Center, Heilongjia Provincial Hospital, Harbin, China
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Gu S, He Z, Xu Q, Dong J, Xiao T, Liang F, Ma X, Wang F, Huang JH. The Relationship Between 5-Hydroxytryptamine and Its Metabolite Changes With Post-stroke Depression. Front Psychiatry 2022; 13:871754. [PMID: 35558423 PMCID: PMC9086784 DOI: 10.3389/fpsyt.2022.871754] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/08/2022] [Accepted: 03/02/2022] [Indexed: 12/14/2022] Open
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Post-stroke depression (PSD) is the most common and serious sequelae of stroke. Approximately 33% of stroke survivors were affected by PSD. However, many issues (e.g., incidence, diagnostic marker, and risk factor) related to PSD remained unclear. The "monoamine hypothesis" is a significant hypothesis for depression, which suggests that three monoamines play a key role in depression. Therefore, most current antidepressants are developed to modulate the monoamines on PSD treatment, and these antidepressants have good effects on patients with PSD. However, the potential mechanisms of three monoamines in PSD are still unclear. Previously, we proposed "three primary emotions," which suggested a new model of basic emotions based on the three monoamines. It may provide a new way for PSD treatment. In addition, recent studies have found that monoamine-related emotional intervention also showed potential effects in the treatment and prevention of PSD. This study discusses these issues and attempts to provide a prospect for future research on PSD.
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- Simeng Gu
- Department of Psychology, Jiangsu University Medical School, Zhenjiang, China.,Institute of Brain and Psychological Science, Sichuan Normal University, Chengdu, China
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- Institute of Brain and Psychological Science, Sichuan Normal University, Chengdu, China
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- Department of Nurse, Nanjing University of Chinese Medicine, Nanjing, China
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- Institute of Brain and Psychological Science, Sichuan Normal University, Chengdu, China
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- Institute of Brain and Psychological Science, Sichuan Normal University, Chengdu, China
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- Institute of Brain and Psychological Science, Sichuan Normal University, Chengdu, China
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- Section of Brain Diseases, Department of Neurology, Lianyungang Hospital of Chinese Medicine, Affiliated Hospital of Nanjing University of Chinese Medicine, Lianyungang, China
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- Institute of Brain and Psychological Science, Sichuan Normal University, Chengdu, China
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Baylor Scott & White Health, Temple, TX, United States.,Department of Surgery, Texas A&M University College of Medicine, Temple, TX, United States
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Fong TCT, Lo TLT, Ho RTH. Indirect effects of social support and hope on quality of life via emotional distress among stroke survivors: A three-wave structural equation model. Front Psychiatry 2022; 13:919078. [PMID: 35966472 PMCID: PMC9365992 DOI: 10.3389/fpsyt.2022.919078] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/27/2022] [Accepted: 07/12/2022] [Indexed: 11/13/2022] Open
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OBJECTIVES Stroke survivors are prone to functional impairments and reduced quality of life (QoL). This study examined the mediating role of social support and hope in the relationships between functional impairment, emotional distress, and QoL. METHODS A total of 188 stroke survivors in Hong Kong completed assessments on functional impairment, social support, and hope at baseline, with follow-up measurements of emotional distress at 2 months and QoL at 8 months. Structural equation modeling with bootstrapping was used to analyze the direct and indirect effects of functional impairment on emotional distress and QoL via the mediating factors of social support and hope. RESULTS The partial cascading model provided an adequate fit to the data. Functional impairment had significant negative direct effects on hope and physical QoL and social support had significant positive direct effects on hope and physical QoL. Social support had a significant positive indirect effect on physical QoL via hope and perceived stress and on psychosocial QoL via hope and depression. Functional impairment and hope had a significant negative interaction effect on perceived stress. CONCLUSION The findings support a mediating role for hope in the relationship between social support and QoL in stroke survivors. The protective effect of hope on perceived stress was stronger among patients with greater functional impairment.
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- Ted C T Fong
- Centre on Behavioral Health, Faculty of Social Sciences, The University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR, China
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- Centre on Behavioral Health, Faculty of Social Sciences, The University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR, China
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- Centre on Behavioral Health, Faculty of Social Sciences, The University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR, China.,Department of Social Work and Social Administration, Faculty of Social Sciences, The University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR, China
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Freak-Poli R, Ryan J, Neumann JT, Tonkin A, Reid CM, Woods RL, Nelson M, Stocks N, Berk M, McNeil JJ, Britt C, Owen AJ. Social isolation, social support and loneliness as predictors of cardiovascular disease incidence and mortality. BMC Geriatr 2021; 21:711. [PMID: 34922471 PMCID: PMC8684069 DOI: 10.1186/s12877-021-02602-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 42] [Impact Index Per Article: 14.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/21/2021] [Accepted: 10/18/2021] [Indexed: 01/09/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Poor social health is associated with increased risk of cardiovascular disease (CVD). Recent research suggests that different social health domains should be considered separately as the implications for health and possible interventions may differ. AIM To assess social isolation, low social support and loneliness as predictors of CVD. METHODS Secondary analysis of 11,486 community-dwelling, Australians, aged 70 years and over, free of CVD, dementia, or significant physical disability, from the ASPirin in Reducing Events in the Elderly (ASPREE) trial. Social isolation, social support (Revised Lubben Social Network Scale), and loneliness were assessed as predictors of CVD using Cox proportional-hazard regression. CVD events included fatal CVD, heart failure hospitalization, myocardial infarction and stroke. Analyses were adjusted for established CVD risk factors. RESULTS Individuals with poor social health were 42 % more likely to develop CVD (p = 0.01) and twice as likely to die from CVD (p = 0.02) over a median 4.5 years follow-up. Interaction effects indicated that poorer social health more strongly predicted CVD in smokers (HR 4.83, p = 0.001, p-interaction = 0.01), major city dwellers (HR 1.94, p < 0.001, p-interaction=0.03), and younger older adults (70-75 years; HR 2.12, p < 0.001, p-interaction = 0.01). Social isolation (HR 1.66, p = 0.04) and low social support (HR 2.05, p = 0.002), but not loneliness (HR 1.4, p = 0.1), predicted incident CVD. All measures of poor social health predicted ischemic stroke (HR 1.73 to 3.16). CONCLUSIONS Among healthy older adults, social isolation and low social support may be more important than loneliness as cardiovascular risk factors. Social health domains should be considered in future CVD risk prediction models.
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- Rosanne Freak-Poli
- Department of Epidemiology and Preventive Medicine, School of Public Health and Preventive Medicine, Monash University, 553 St Kilda Road, 3004 Melbourne, Victoria, VIC Australia
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- Department of Epidemiology and Preventive Medicine, School of Public Health and Preventive Medicine, Monash University, 553 St Kilda Road, 3004 Melbourne, Victoria, VIC Australia
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- Department of Epidemiology and Preventive Medicine, School of Public Health and Preventive Medicine, Monash University, 553 St Kilda Road, 3004 Melbourne, Victoria, VIC Australia
- Department of Cardiology, University Heart and Vascular Center Hamburg, Hamburg, Germany
- German Center for Cardiovascular Research (DZHK), Partner Site Hamburg/Kiel, Lübeck, Germany
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- Department of Epidemiology and Preventive Medicine, School of Public Health and Preventive Medicine, Monash University, 553 St Kilda Road, 3004 Melbourne, Victoria, VIC Australia
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- Department of Epidemiology and Preventive Medicine, School of Public Health and Preventive Medicine, Monash University, 553 St Kilda Road, 3004 Melbourne, Victoria, VIC Australia
- School of Public Health, Curtin University, 6102 Perth, WA Australia
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- Department of Epidemiology and Preventive Medicine, School of Public Health and Preventive Medicine, Monash University, 553 St Kilda Road, 3004 Melbourne, Victoria, VIC Australia
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- Department of Epidemiology and Preventive Medicine, School of Public Health and Preventive Medicine, Monash University, 553 St Kilda Road, 3004 Melbourne, Victoria, VIC Australia
- Menzies Institute for Medical Research, University of Tasmania, 7000 Hobart, TAS Australia
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- Discipline of General Practice, Adelaide Medical School, University of Adelaide, 5005 Adelaide, SA Australia
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- Department of Epidemiology and Preventive Medicine, School of Public Health and Preventive Medicine, Monash University, 553 St Kilda Road, 3004 Melbourne, Victoria, VIC Australia
- IMPACT – the Institute for Mental and Physical Health and Clinical Translation, School of Medicine, Deakin University, Barwon Health, Geelong, Australia
- Orygen, The National Centre of Excellence in Youth Mental Health, Department of Psychiatry, Florey Institute for Neuroscience and Centre for Mental Health, University of Melbourne, Parkville, Victoria Australia
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- Department of Epidemiology and Preventive Medicine, School of Public Health and Preventive Medicine, Monash University, 553 St Kilda Road, 3004 Melbourne, Victoria, VIC Australia
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- Department of Epidemiology and Preventive Medicine, School of Public Health and Preventive Medicine, Monash University, 553 St Kilda Road, 3004 Melbourne, Victoria, VIC Australia
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- Department of Epidemiology and Preventive Medicine, School of Public Health and Preventive Medicine, Monash University, 553 St Kilda Road, 3004 Melbourne, Victoria, VIC Australia
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Cardwell FS, Elliott SJ, Clarke AE. The value of hackathons in integrated knowledge translation (iKT) research: Waterlupus. Health Res Policy Syst 2021; 19:138. [PMID: 34819100 PMCID: PMC8611392 DOI: 10.1186/s12961-021-00785-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/25/2021] [Accepted: 10/20/2021] [Indexed: 11/14/2022] Open
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Background Despite a growing movement toward a knowledge-user-driven research process, our understanding of the generation, implementation and evaluation of specific approaches in the integrated knowledge translation (iKT) toolbox that aim to engage health and healthcare knowledge users is limited. Health hackathons offer an innovative approach with potential to generate direct and indirect health-related outcomes benefitting participants, knowledge users and the broader population. In May 2019, our research team hosted Waterlupus, a health hackathon to improve the economic lives of individuals with systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) in Canada. Waterlupus was held with a multi-stakeholder group of 50 participants that included advocacy organization representatives, policy-makers, researchers, physicians, individuals with lived experience and students. While the hackathon generated viable solutions with the potential to positively impact the lives of individuals with SLE, understanding how participants perceived the hackathon as an iKT tool is critical in the planning and implementation of future iKT research. Methods Semi-structured in-depth telephone interviews were conducted with Waterlupus participants (n = 13) between August and November 2019 to (1) explore participant experiences of the hackathon; (2) investigate participant-identified hackathon outcomes; and (3) elicit recommendations for future iKT research using health hackathons. Results Participants provided feedback on the format and organization of Waterlupus, and identified direct and indirect outcomes to knowledge users, students and researchers beyond the innovations generated at the event. While the majority (n = 11) had never participated in a hackathon prior to Waterlupus, all 13 stated they would participate in future hackathons. Positive outcomes identified include connecting with students and other SLE stakeholders, the formation of professional and support networks, increased awareness of SLE, as well as the innovations generated. Participant recommendations for future health hackathons include the addition of stakeholders from industry or technology, and the need for clear and designated roles for stakeholders to ensure efficient use of resources. Conclusions This work contributes to a limited literature regarding the use of health hackathons for social innovation, and offers knowledge-user suggestions relevant to the implementation of future iKT events, and hackathons specifically. Supplementary Information The online version contains supplementary material available at 10.1186/s12961-021-00785-z.
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- Francesca S Cardwell
- Department of Geography & Environmental Management, University of Waterloo, Waterloo, ON, Canada.
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- Department of Geography & Environmental Management, University of Waterloo, Waterloo, ON, Canada
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- Division of Rheumatology, Department of Medicine, Cumming School of Medicine, University of Calgary, Calgary, AB, Canada
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Qiu X, Miao J, Lan Y, Sun W, Li G, Pan C, Wang Y, Zhao X, Zhu Z, Zhu S. Artificial neural network and decision tree models of post-stroke depression at 3 months after stroke in patients with BMI ≥ 24. J Psychosom Res 2021; 150:110632. [PMID: 34624525 DOI: 10.1016/j.jpsychores.2021.110632] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/11/2020] [Revised: 09/23/2021] [Accepted: 09/25/2021] [Indexed: 12/28/2022]
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OBJECTIVE Previous studies have shown that excess weight (including obesity and overweight) can increase the risk of cardiovascular, cerebrovascular and other diseases, but there is no study on the incidence of post-stroke depression (PSD) and related factors in patients with excessive weight. The main purpose of this study was to find related factors of PSD at 3 months after stroke in patients with excessive weight and construct artificial neural network (ANN) and decision tree (DT) models. METHODS This is a prospective multicenter cohort study (Registration number: ChiCTR-ROC-17013993). Five hundred and three stroke patients with Body Mass Index(BMI) ≥ 24 were included in this study. The diagnostic criteria of PSD is according to the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, 5th edition (DSM-V) diagnostic criteria for depression due to other medical conditions and the HAMD-17 scores > 7 at 3 months after stroke was used as the primary endpoint. The χ2 test, Mann-Whitney U test or t-test were used to check for statistical significance. RESULTS Our study found that sleeping time < 5 h, CHD, physical exercise, BI score, N dimension(EPQ) and subjective support(SSRS) were associated with PSD in patients with excessive weight. Physical exercise(odd ratio [OR] = 0.49, p = 0.001, 95%CI [confidence interval]: 0.32-0.75) and BI score(OR = 0.99, p < 0.001, 95%CI: 0.98-0.99) were protective factors; sleeping time < 5 h(OR = 2.86, p < 0.001, 95%CI: 1.62-5.04), CHD(OR = 2.18, p = 0.018, 95%CI: 1.14-4.15), N dimension(OR = 1.08, p = 0.001, 95%CI: 1.03-1.13) and subjective support(OR = 1.04, p = 0.022, 95%CI: 1.01-1.07) were risk factors. CONCLUSION This study found several factors related to the occurrence of PSD at 3 months in patients with excessive weight. Meanwhile, ANN and DT models were constructed for clinicians to use.
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- Xiuli Qiu
- Department of Neurology, Tongji Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, 1095 Jiefang Avenue, Wuhan, Hubei 430030, China
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- Department of Neurology, Tongji Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, 1095 Jiefang Avenue, Wuhan, Hubei 430030, China
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- Department of Neurology, Tongji Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, 1095 Jiefang Avenue, Wuhan, Hubei 430030, China
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- Department of Neurology, Tongji Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, 1095 Jiefang Avenue, Wuhan, Hubei 430030, China
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- Department of Neurology, Tongji Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, 1095 Jiefang Avenue, Wuhan, Hubei 430030, China
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- Department of Neurology, Tongji Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, 1095 Jiefang Avenue, Wuhan, Hubei 430030, China
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- Department of Neurology, Tongji Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, 1095 Jiefang Avenue, Wuhan, Hubei 430030, China
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- Department of Neurology, Tongji Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, 1095 Jiefang Avenue, Wuhan, Hubei 430030, China
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- Department of Neurology, Tongji Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, 1095 Jiefang Avenue, Wuhan, Hubei 430030, China.
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- Department of Neurology, Tongji Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, 1095 Jiefang Avenue, Wuhan, Hubei 430030, China.
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