Article
Psychology, Multidisciplinary
Erin Gibson, Mark D. Griffiths, Filipa Calado, Andrew Harris
Summary: This study aimed to identify convergences and divergences in videogame player experiences with micro-transactions using interpretative phenomenological analysis. The results showed that key motivations for micro-transaction use were giving back to game developers and social connectedness. Participants who engaged with battle pass micro-transactions felt a sense of obligation to continue playing the game. Micro-transaction use was driven by participants' need for autonomy, relatedness, and competence. It is recommended that cognitive behavioral therapy be used to treat maladaptive cognitive beliefs related to micro-transaction use.
COMPUTERS IN HUMAN BEHAVIOR
(2023)
Article
Psychology, Multidisciplinary
Meng Xiang, Kim Geok Soh, Yingying Xu, Seyedali Ahrari, Noor Syamilah Zakaria
Summary: This study explores the experiences of female bisexual student-athletes in China and identifies three themes and eight sub-themes. The results highlight the importance of studying bisexuality as a distinct identity and provide new insights into the experiences of female bisexual student-athletes.
FRONTIERS IN PSYCHOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Psychology, Multidisciplinary
Jinping Ma, Lili Ji, Guohua Lu
Summary: This study aimed to explore the experiences of adolescents with major depressive disorder who achieved good treatment outcomes with acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT). The results showed that a trusting therapeutic relationship, acceptance of negative emotions and mindfulness practices, and committed action to important values were important factors in the treatment. Therefore, it is crucial to target the core issues of depressed adolescents to guide them towards effective recovery.
FRONTIERS IN PSYCHOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Critical Care Medicine
Catherine Tyerman, Laura Shepherd, Danielle De Boos, Anna Tickle
Summary: This study found that burn patients may have positive psychological experiences through medical tattooing, which allows them to regain a sense of normality and acceptance in society. However, there is also a conflicting narrative between the pressure to conform to certain appearance expectations and an internal conflict. Support and further research are warranted to determine the psychological impact of medical tattooing on burn patients.
Article
Psychiatry
Alina Suhail, Naved Iqbal, Jonathan Smith
Summary: This study highlights the mental health concerns of Indian youth amid the current crisis, revealing positive outcomes and coping strategies adopted by young individuals in India.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF SOCIAL PSYCHIATRY
(2021)
Article
Hospitality, Leisure, Sport & Tourism
Enrico L. Quilico, William J. Harvey, Jeffrey G. Caron, Gordon A. Bloom
Summary: This study utilized Interpretative Phenomenological Analysis to explore the exercise experiences of seven individuals living with severe TBI, 5-31 years after rehabilitation. The analysis revealed how TBI-related impairments affected the participants' abilities, self-perceptions, and perspectives on life. Participants also identified optimal exercise environments and perceived physical, social, and psychological effects of exercise.
QUALITATIVE RESEARCH IN SPORT EXERCISE AND HEALTH
(2021)
Article
Psychology, Multidisciplinary
Shioma-Lei Craythorne, Rachel L. Shaw, Michael Larkin
Summary: Body dysmorphic disorder (BDD) is a debilitating mental health condition that affects approximately 2% of the general population. This study aimed to explore the beliefs of individuals with lived experience of BDD about its origins and how they navigate the world with a distorted sense of self. The findings highlighted the complexity of BDD development and onset in individuals, emphasizing the need for appropriate care and treatment for those affected by BDD.
FRONTIERS IN PSYCHOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Hannah Rochelle Davidson, Shani Gelles, Krystyna R. Keller, Melissa Zajdel, Laura M. Koehly
Summary: This study used interpretative phenomenological analysis to explore the meaning that rare disease parent-caregivers attribute to the postpartum year. The findings revealed three overarching themes: reckoning with the parent-caregiver role, familial transition, and adaptation and adjustment. Subordinate themes discussed distinctions between parental and caregiving identity, communal coping, changes in family dynamics, and the significance of child milestones, anticipatory grief, and perceived new normal. This research contributes to the understanding of the parental experience of rare diseases.
QUALITATIVE HEALTH RESEARCH
(2023)
Article
Psychology, Social
Alyssa Jean L. Tan, Lauren T. Yap, Elise Francesca L. Salud, Mendiola Teng-Calleja
Summary: Using interpretative phenomenological analysis, this study investigated the leadership experiences of bicultural business leaders in the Philippines. In semi-structured interviews with 16 leaders in family-owned, small and medium-sized enterprises, the focus was on the expression of biculturalism in leadership, challenges, and advantages. The participants showed fluidity in how they expressed their Filipino and Chinese identities in the workplace, and faced challenges related to generational factors and cultural nuances. Being bicultural was seen as advantageous for cultural knowledge and effective interactions. The implications highlight the importance of incorporating biculturalism in leadership development programs in educational institutions and organizations.
ASIAN JOURNAL OF SOCIAL PSYCHOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Psychiatry
Hilary Norman, Lisa Marzano, Andrea Oskis, Mark Coulson
Summary: Understanding self-harm behavior from the perspective of those who engage in it is crucial for designing effective interventions and treatments. This research report focuses on a key theme, "Is Self-Harm Bad?", which explores how individuals both acknowledge and resist negative perceptions of self-harm created by others. The findings highlight the discrepancy between the characterization of self-harm as a highly risky behavior and the actual lived experience of self-harm as a functional means of emotion regulation. Emphasizing the risks may not be enough as a deterrent, and it is important to understand the underlying causes and meaning of self-harm to implement effective preventative interventions.
FRONTIERS IN PSYCHIATRY
(2022)
Article
Hospitality, Leisure, Sport & Tourism
Keetyn Maxwell, Shannon Kerwin
Summary: This study used interpretative phenomenological analysis approach to explore the lived experience and meaning of parental involvement in youth sport. Role identity theory was examined to gain a deeper understanding of how parents experience and give meaning to their involvement in their children's sport.
Article
Psychology, Multidisciplinary
Stephanie Fagan, Suzanne Hodge, Charlotte Morris
Summary: This study investigated the experiences of compassion in adults with BPD, highlighting the role of compassion in their difficulties and proposing a model of recovery through therapeutic encounters where genuine compassion is modeled. It also identified barriers to compassion and factors facilitating the development of compassion, which have implications for clinical practice.
PSYCHOLOGICAL REPORTS
(2022)
Article
Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
Carmen Joseph Savelli, J. Simpson, C. Mateus
Summary: The INFOSAN network, managed jointly by FAO and WHO, aims to facilitate rapid exchange of information during food safety incidents among national food safety authorities from 190 countries. A three-phase study of INFOSAN was conducted to understand its value from members' perspectives, revealing five themes of trust, learning, health protection, sense of community, and future potential among members. The study suggests that outreach, training, and advocacy can enable participation and create value at individual, organizational, and national levels, contributing to more effective international communication during urgent food safety incidents and reducing foodborne illnesses globally.
JOURNAL OF FOOD PROTECTION
(2021)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Mujde Koca-Atabey, Bahar Oz, Burcu Tekes
Summary: The study explored the traffic experiences of blind road users for the first time, revealing four key themes of environmental factors, personal preferences, social interactions, and positive moments based on prevalence in the decision-making process. The findings emphasize the importance of improving accessibility for blind people by addressing physical and social systems.
JOURNAL OF TRANSPORT & HEALTH
(2022)
Article
Psychology, Multidisciplinary
Amy Maloy, Annischa Main, Claire Murphy, Lauren Coleman, Robson Dodd, Jessica Lynch, Donna Larkin, Paul Flowers
Summary: This study, conducted with Scottish students, explored the experiences of maintaining friendships during the COVID-19 lockdown. The findings suggest that maintaining friendships during this time involves changes in communication, effort and balance, and reflection and growth.
FRONTIERS IN PSYCHOLOGY
(2022)
Review
Rehabilitation
Nicola J. Gaskins, Emma Bray, James E. Hill, Patrick J. Doherty, Alexander Harrison, Louise A. Connell
Summary: This systematic review explored factors affecting the implementation of aerobic exercise after stroke, including professionals' self-efficacy and knowledge, patients' needs, communication and collaboration within organizations, and resources. Strategies should target these modifiable factors to facilitate aerobic exercise implementation.
DISABILITY AND REHABILITATION
(2021)
Article
Rehabilitation
Paul Boland, Louise Connell, Clare Thetford, Jessie Janssen
Summary: This study explores the factors that affect e-bike usage by stroke survivors. The results show that storage, inability to obtain GP approval, and safety are the main barriers to e-bike usage. The level of impairment is a crucial factor influencing the type of e-bike used and the motivation of the participants. The study suggests that electrical assistance can enable stroke survivors to cycle outdoors.
DISABILITY AND REHABILITATION
(2022)
Article
Rehabilitation
Elizabeth A. Lynch, Louise A. Connell, Lilian B. Carvalho, Marie-Louise Bird
Summary: The study surveyed health professionals' awareness and perceived influencing factors of stroke rehabilitation guidelines internationally. It found that while many were aware of guidelines, there were multiple barriers to implementation. Efforts should focus on raising awareness of local guidelines in low- and middle-income countries and addressing local contextual factors to improve guideline use globally.
DISABILITY AND REHABILITATION
(2022)
Article
Orthopedics
Louise A. Connell, Brigit Chesworth, Suzanne Ackerley, Marie-Claire Smith, Cathy M. Stinear
Summary: The PREP2 prediction tool was successfully implemented in clinical practice at ADHB in New Zealand, with implementation primarily driven by therapists. Key factors included support from the implementation team, staff knowledge, beliefs, and self-efficacy, as well as perceived benefits of having PREP2 prediction information. A total of 26 implementation strategies were identified in three areas: implementation team, clinical/academic partnerships, and training.
Editorial Material
Rehabilitation
Gillian Rawlinson, Louise Connell
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Naoimh E. McMahon
Summary: This literature review examines the use of the 'upstream-downstream' metaphor and finds that it communicates a politically engaged agenda for change. All authors use this metaphor to promote a causal understanding of health inequalities and propose relevant policies and plans.
JOURNAL OF PUBLIC HEALTH
(2022)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Naoimh E. McMahon
Summary: Despite the popularity and influence of key health equity concepts, they often fail to shift the thinking and actions of health workforces towards the social and structural determinants of health inequalities. Technical metaphors from the health equity literature may face challenges when opened-up to interpretation by wider audiences, as illustrated by the study findings. Participants' interpretations of the 'upstream-downstream' story varied, reflecting diverse understandings of working 'upstream' to reduce health inequalities.
CRITICAL PUBLIC HEALTH
(2022)
Review
Health Care Sciences & Services
Hayley J. Lowther, Joanna Harrison, James E. Hill, Nicola J. Gaskins, Kimberly C. Lazo, Andrew J. Clegg, Louise A. Connell, Hilary Garrett, Josephine M. E. Gibson, Catherine E. Lightbody, Caroline L. Watkins
Summary: This study evaluated the effectiveness of Quality Improvement Collaboratives (QIC) in improving stroke care, finding that QICs are associated with improvements in clinical processes but have limited impact on patient and other outcomes. Key facilitators include inter- and intra-organisational networking, feedback mechanisms, leadership engagement, and access to best practice examples; key barriers include structural changes during the QIC's active period, lack of organizational support or prioritization of QIC activities, and insufficient time and resources to participate in QIC activities.
IMPLEMENTATION SCIENCE
(2021)
Article
Rehabilitation
Barbora Kolarova, Jim Richards, Hana Haltmar, Klara Lippertova, Louise Connell, Ambreen Chohan
Summary: This study investigated the immediate effect of motor imagery (MI) on reaching tasks in healthy individuals. The results suggest that MI may have a positive impact on muscle activity and kinematics during reaching tasks, potentially improving movement quality. This study provides a possible therapeutic option for stroke survivors and individuals with neuromuscular disorders.
JOURNAL OF BODYWORK AND MOVEMENT THERAPIES
(2022)
Article
Social Sciences, Biomedical
Naoimh E. McMahon
Summary: This review examines how ambitions to address social inequalities in health are shaped within local health systems. The findings suggest that narrow and reductionist views on health inequalities often prevail, but system leaders who hold more social views and challenge institutional norms can play a crucial role in influencing the determinants of health.
SOCIAL THEORY & HEALTH
(2023)
Article
Clinical Neurology
Sue Peters, Shannon B. Lim, Mark T. Bayley, Krista Best, Louise A. Connell, Helene Corriveau, Sarah J. Donkers, Sean P. Dukelow, Tara D. Klassen, Marie-Helene Milot, Brodie M. Sakakibara, Lisa Sheehy, Hubert Wong, Jennifer Yao, Janice J. Eng
Summary: Clinical practice guidelines recommend structured, progressive protocols to improve walking after stroke. However, implementation is slow, highlighting the need for an implementation trial to enable the adoption of the protocol as standard care in stroke units.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF STROKE
(2023)
Review
Audiology & Speech-Language Pathology
Sophie Chalmers, James Hill, Louise Connell, Suzanne J. Ackerley, Amit Arun Kulkarni, Hazel Roddam
Summary: This systematic review aims to identify the effect of engagement in research by allied health professionals (AHPs) and organizations on healthcare performance. The researchers will conduct a two-stage search strategy, screening a previous systematic review and conducting a specific search focusing on allied health to find relevant studies from 2012 to date. The findings of this review will contribute to the evidence base and provide insights for clinicians and managers.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF LANGUAGE & COMMUNICATION DISORDERS
(2023)
Article
Health Care Sciences & Services
Suzanne Ackerley, Neil Wilson, Paul Boland, Jessica Read, Louise Connell
Summary: The study aimed to evaluate the coexistence of telerehabilitation approaches within healthcare in the long-term. A multidisciplinary group-based telerehabilitation approach was implemented and evaluated for people engaging in neurological rehabilitation. The results showed that the approach was appropriate, acceptable, and sustainable, with positive patient opinions and outcomes. This study provides evidence for the effectiveness and continued use of telerehabilitation in the rehabilitation system.
BMC HEALTH SERVICES RESEARCH
(2023)
Article
Rehabilitation
Chieh-ling Yang, Louise A. A. Connell, Janice J. J. Eng
Summary: The purpose and methods of evaluating the dissemination and implementation impacts of a rehabilitation intervention are described. The Payback Framework was used to evaluate the impacts of the graded repetitive arm supplementary program (GRASP) in three categories. The results showed extensive dissemination and implementation of GRASP in clinical practice and community, with numerous publications, downloads, and use in research and clinical guidelines.
PHYSIOTHERAPY CANADA
(2023)
Meeting Abstract
Clinical Neurology
L. Connell, S. Ackerley
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF STROKE
(2021)
