Essays about: "physical and psychological factors"

Showing result 21 - 25 of 94 essays containing the words physical and psychological factors.

  1. 21. Influential factors of depressive symptoms and depression in institutionalized elderly : A descriptive literature review

    University essay from Högskolan i Gävle/Avdelningen för vårdvetenskap

    Author : Wang Jingjing; Gu Wenfang; [2022]
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    Abstract : Because of the high incidence of depression and the globalization of social aging, some adults who previously had depressive symptoms enter long-term care facilities, and the proportion of older persons in long-term care is gradually increasing. Caregivers who understand the factors associated with depression in geriatric care settings can help develop targeted care programs to meet patients' care needs and improve their quality of life. READ MORE

  3. 22. The experience of social participation from the perspectives of community elderly dwellings : A descriptive literature review

    University essay from Högskolan i Gävle/Avdelningen för vårdvetenskap

    Author : Kong Mengqi; Feng Huiqin; [2022]
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    Abstract : Background: The growing number of older people globally affected their health and quality of life. Research had shown that changing social roles in older people were associated with healthy aging. Therefore, it is particularly important to pay attention to the health and social participation of older people in communities. READ MORE

  4. 23. An investigation of circumstances surrounding prosthetic users’ fall and fear of falling : A Cross-Sectional Survey

    University essay from Jönköping University/Hälsohögskolan; Jönköping University/HHJ. Ortopedteknisk plattform

    Author : Jens Dyekær Nielsen; Sara Overgaard Dich; [2022]
    Keywords : Fear of falling; prosthetic user; falls; physical and psychological factors; Falls Efficacy Scale-International; ABC; G-SAP; rädsla för att falla; protestanvändare; falla ramla; fysiska och psykologiska faktorer; Falls Efficacy Scale-International; Activities-specific Balance Confidence; ; Gait-Specific Attentional Profile;

    Abstract : SummaryBackground Prosthetic users face significant challenges both physically and psychologically. Falling poses a significant risk for the individual, and a consequence of this is gaining a fear of falling and self-imposed restrictions. These consequences can have a major impact on the individuals’ health and quality of life. READ MORE

  5. 24. Determinants of the use of violence against children: Evidence from Peru

    University essay from Lunds universitet/Ekonomisk-historiska institutionen

    Author : Rosita Hortencia Espinoza Dios; [2022]
    Keywords : Children; Violence; Childrearing patterns; Socioeconomic determinants; Peru; Social Sciences;

    Abstract : This research carried out an assessment on the socioeconomic factors related to the use of violence (psychological aggression and physical assault) against children within the family context, and the extent to which childrearing patterns can be transmitted across generations. The sample under study consisted of 13,205 observations from mothers in all regions of Peru and their children aged 1 to 5 years old. READ MORE

  6. 25. The need for a holistic approach in rehabilitation for children with cerebral palsy in Tanzania : An interview study

    University essay from Umeå universitet/Avdelningen för fysioterapi

    Author : Kaspar Franzen; Isabelle Södergårds; [2022]
    Keywords : CP; disabilities; physiotherapists’ experiences; occupational therapists’ experiences; qualitative content analysis; rehabilitation; Kilimanjaro region; physiotherapy; occupational therapy;

    Abstract : Introduction: Cerebral palsy (CP) is the leading cause of physical disability in children and youth worldwide and is a diagnosis that requires lifelong treatment. There are gaps in research on children with CP in Tanzania. Both occupational therapists and physiotherapists have a central role in rehabilitation interventions. READ MORE