Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Jing Chen, Chunyang Zhang, Yi Wang, Xiaoyan Liu, Wei Xu
Summary: The study found that resilience mediated the relationship between childhood trauma and negative emotional symptoms, and this mediation was moderated by trait mindfulness. Specifically, individuals with high mindfulness had a weaker indirect effect of childhood trauma on negative emotional symptoms. This moderating effect was only found for males, but not for females.
PSYCHOLOGY HEALTH & MEDICINE
(2022)
Review
Health Care Sciences & Services
Luisa Sist, Sara Savadori, Annalisa Grandi, Monica Martoni, Elena Baiocchi, Carlotta Lombardo, Lara Colombo
Summary: Self-care is crucial for healthcare professionals to optimize care and prevent health problems. This scoping review provides an overview of the concepts and interventions related to self-care, highlighting mindfulness, compassion, and resilience as key constructs and identifying different types of interventions.
Article
Medicine, General & Internal
Carter C. Lebares, Anya L. Greenberg, Nancy L. Ascher, Kevin L. Delucchi, Linda M. Reilly, Marieke Van der Schaaf, Fredrik Baathe, Patricia O'Sullivan, Karin Isaksson Ro
Summary: The study found that female surgical trainees were more likely to report high depersonalization and less likely to report high mindfulness tendencies compared to male trainees. Participants identified time and priorities as the main barriers to using well-being resources. Focus group findings emphasized the value of individual-level interventions, the importance of advance scheduling of time off, prioritizing work quality over quantity, and the negative impact of inefficient systems.
Article
Management
Yu-Ping Wu, Daniel Kwasi Ahorsu, Jung-Sheng Chen, Chiu-Hsiang Lee, Chung-Ying Lin, Mark D. Griffiths
Summary: The aim of this study was to examine the role of demographic factors, mindfulness, and perceived stress on resilience among nurses. The results showed that educational level, perceived stress, and mindfulness were all factors that influenced nurses' resilience. Therefore, nurses should be encouraged to upgrade themselves academically, attend refresher courses, and learn adaptive coping strategies.
JOURNAL OF NURSING MANAGEMENT
(2022)
Article
Health Care Sciences & Services
Maria Komariah, Kusman Ibrahim, Tuti Pahria, Laili Rahayuwati, Irman Somantri
Summary: The COVID-19 outbreak has caused changes in the educational system, leading to stress, anxiety, and depression among university students, particularly in online learning. This study examines the effectiveness of mindfulness intervention in reducing anxiety, stress, and depression in Indonesian university students. The results show that mindfulness breathing meditation has a positive impact on reducing stress and anxiety.
Article
Psychology, Multidisciplinary
Ilhan Yalcin, Nesime Can, Oyku Mance Calisir, Seher Yalcin, Burcin Colak
Summary: The study aimed to identify latent profiles of COVID-19 fear, depression, anxiety, stress, mindfulness, and resilience among university students. Results showed significant relationships among these variables, with different classifications based on levels of fear, psychological symptoms, mindfulness, and resilience. Female gender was associated with higher levels of COVID-19 fear, depression, anxiety, and stress. Life satisfaction and social support were related to higher mindfulness and resilience, and lower levels of fear, depression, anxiety, and stress.
CURRENT PSYCHOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Clinical Neurology
Victoria A. Grunberg, Ryan A. Mace, Sarah M. Bannon, Jonathan Greenberg, Jafar Bakhshaie, Ana-Maria Vranceanu
Summary: The study suggests that pain catastrophizing and mindfulness are important intervention targets to enhance emotional functioning for chronic pain patients, and should be considered simultaneously in interventions.
JOURNAL OF AFFECTIVE DISORDERS
(2021)
Article
Nursing
Hui Liu, Luya Kong, Qian Sun, Xiaofeng Ma
Summary: This meta-analysis aimed to determine the effect of mindfulness interventions on nurses' levels of depression and anxiety. The results showed that mindfulness interventions can significantly reduce nurses' anxiety and depression levels, especially the 8-week intervention.
Article
Psychology, Multidisciplinary
Fadwa Naji Alhalaiqa, Anas H. Khalifeh, Omar Al Omari, Dalal Bashier Yehia, Malek Mohammad Hassan Khalil
Summary: The study found that frontline healthcare workers treating COVID-19 patients experience high levels of stress, anxiety, and depression, which are related to their resilience and personal experience. The use of personal protective equipment can reduce anxiety and depression, and increase resilience.
FRONTIERS IN PSYCHOLOGY
(2021)
Review
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Hongyang Liu, Kexin Cai, Jinyang Wang, Hailian Zhang
Summary: This meta-analysis examines the effectiveness of mindfulness-based interventions (MBIs) in improving anxiety, depression, stress, and mindfulness scores in menopausal women. The results show that MBIs significantly reduce stress in menopausal women, but there are no significant effects on anxiety, depression, and mindfulness.
FRONTIERS IN PUBLIC HEALTH
(2023)
Article
Nursing
Eun-Young Doo, Miyoung Kim, Soyoung Lee, Su Young Lee, Ka Young Lee
Summary: This study compared anxiety, resilience, and depression between nurses working in COVID-19 units and non-COVID-19 units, finding that nurses handling suspected COVID-19 patients had higher levels of anxiety and depression. Anxiety was identified as the major factor predicting depression among nurses.
JOURNAL OF CLINICAL NURSING
(2021)
Article
Health Care Sciences & Services
Argyro Pachi, Christos Sikaras, Ioannis Ilias, Aspasia Panagiotou, Sofia Zyga, Maria Tsironi, Spyros Baras, Lydia Aliki Tsitrouli, Athanasios Tselebis
Summary: During the COVID-19 pandemic, the risk to nurses' mental health has increased rapidly. This study found that there is a high prevalence of depression and burnout among nurses, and these are associated with the level of sense of coherence. Female nurses had higher levels of burnout and depression and lower levels of sense of coherence compared to male nurses. The sense of coherence acted as a negative regulator between burnout and depression.
Article
Geosciences, Multidisciplinary
Neema Ann Philip, V. Vithya
Summary: This study investigates the impact of flooding on mental health and resilience among adolescent students in Kerala, India. It compares flood-affected and non-affected groups of adolescents and identifies potential psychological impacts. The findings show that flood-affected adolescents experience higher levels of event impact, depression, anxiety, and stress, while their non-affected counterparts display higher resilience. The study highlights the importance of new policies to mitigate the psychological impact of disasters on adolescents, including providing psychological support services and preparedness training.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF DISASTER RISK REDUCTION
(2023)
Article
Nursing
Chiu-Feng Wu, Tzu-Hung Liu, Chu-Hsuan Cheng, Kai-Yen Chang
Summary: This study aimed to understand the impact of the COVID-19 outbreak on the mental health of nurses in Taiwan and explore the role of resilience. The results of the study indicate that higher levels of resilience are associated with lower levels of mental health problems.
Article
Nursing
Katarzyna Betke, Malgorzata Anna Basinska, Anna Andruszkiewicz
Summary: The nursing profession is demanding and stressful, with increasing demand for care due to demographic changes. The sense of coherence is identified as an important health potential that influences coping strategies for stress. Nurses with a higher sense of coherence tend to use more adaptive coping strategies for stress.
Article
Nursing
Coates Dominiek, Donnolley Natasha, Maralyn Foureur, Virginia Spear, Henry Amanda
Summary: This study aimed to investigate the attitudes and knowledge of maternity care professionals at eight Sydney hospitals regarding indications for planned birth. Findings indicated significant inter-and intra-professional variation, with midwives less likely to consider many planned birth indications valid compared to medical staff. The study suggests that greater focus on interdisciplinary education and consensus, as well as shared decision-making with women, may help resolve tensions surrounding planned birth indications.
Article
Nursing
Dominiek Coates, Natasha Donnolley, Maralyn Foureur, Purshaiyna Thirukumar, Amanda Henry
Summary: The study found that women planning for Caesarean section had more positive experiences, and women with a pregnancy continuity of care model also had more positive decision-making experiences. Women from specific cultural or ethnic backgrounds expressed more negative decision-making experiences. Improving the quality of information provision is recommended to enhance women's experiences of planned birth decision-making.
Article
Health Care Sciences & Services
Jenna L. Hollis, Lucy Kocanda, Kirsty Seward, Clare Collins, Belinda Tully, Mandy Hunter, Maralyn Foureur, Wendy Lawrence, Lesley MacDonald-Wicks, Tracy Schumacher
Summary: This study examined the impact of Healthy Conversation Skills (HCS) training on health professional barriers to conducting behavior change conversations, guided by the Theoretical Domains Framework (TDF). The training improved participants' skills, belief about capabilities, and goals in conducting behavior change conversations. It also increased competence in using 'open discovery questions' and confidence in having behavior change conversations, including with Aboriginal clients.
BMC HEALTH SERVICES RESEARCH
(2021)
Article
Nursing
Carla Sunner, Michelle Giles, Vicki Parker, Ashley Kable, Maralyn Foureur
Summary: This study aims to understand the changing context of RACFs and the role of RACF managers in preparing for the COVID-19 pandemic, as well as how visual telehealth consultations can assist in managing challenges. The results provide insight into the challenges faced by RACF managers in responding to the pandemic, informing practice development in aged care, particularly in the use of telehealth and safe practices during COVID-19.
JOURNAL OF CLINICAL NURSING
(2021)
Article
Nursing
Shanna Fealy, John Attia, Lucy Leigh, Christopher Oldmeadow, Michael Hazelton, Maralyn Foureur, Clare E. Collins, Roger Smith, Alexis Hure
Summary: The study aimed to validate a Weight Related Behaviors Questionnaire originally developed in the United States for use in Australia. Results showed that Weight locus of control, Self-efficacy and Body image were consistent, valid and reliable measures in the Australian context, while further research is needed to confirm the model and potential combination of these scales into a shorter tool.
Article
Obstetrics & Gynecology
Dominiek Coates, Natasha Donnolley, Maralyn Foureur, Amanda Henry
Summary: The study found significant differences in planned birth practices and readiness for change among the seven participating hospitals and professional groups. Some units perceived a need for practice change but lacked resources for implementation.
BMC PREGNANCY AND CHILDBIRTH
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Shanna Fealy, Lucy Leigh, Michael Hazelton, John Attia, Maralyn Foureur, Christopher Oldmeadow, Clare E. Collins, Roger Smith, Alexis J. Hure
Summary: The study aimed to develop a short-form psychosocial assessment tool to identify women at risk of excessive gestational weight gain. It found that specific questions were highly predictive of excessive weight gain during pregnancy, suggesting the potential for tailored interventions and support.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND PUBLIC HEALTH
(2021)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Fekede Asefa, Allison Cummins, Yadeta Dessie, Maralyn Foureur, Andrew Hayen
Summary: The study conducted in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia aimed to assess the patterns and predictors of gestational weight gain among pregnant women. Findings showed that most pregnant women in the area gained inadequate weight during pregnancy, especially among underweight women. Being underweight, normal weight, or unemployed were associated with higher odds of inadequate weight gain during pregnancy. Promoting adequate weight gain during pregnancy for underweight and normal weight women in Addis Ababa is important for public health initiatives.
REPRODUCTIVE HEALTH
(2021)
Article
Nursing
Caroline S. E. Homer, Deborah L. Davis, Lyndall Mollart, Sabera Turkmani, Rachel M. Smith, Marian Bullard, Bernadette Leiser, Maralyn Foureur
Summary: The use of midwifery continuity of care does not significantly increase the proportion of women with a previous caesarean section who plan to attempt a vaginal birth in their current pregnancy. The models of care had more similarities than differences, suggesting that continuity of care could be described as informational continuity.
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Alison Hutton, Rhonda Wilson, Maralyn Foureur
Summary: This research aimed to obtain user perspectives of adolescent patients to redesign an adolescent mental health inpatient facility in regional Australia. The study found that the current unit focuses on routines, tasks, and patient safety, neglecting individualized care and comfort. Adolescents can identify solutions to improve their hospital stay without being excessive in their suggestions.
HERD-HEALTH ENVIRONMENTS RESEARCH & DESIGN JOURNAL
(2021)
Article
Obstetrics & Gynecology
Thomas K. Wright, Karen McLaughlin, Megan E. Jensen, Annelies L. Robijn, Maralyn Foureur, Vanessa E. Murphy
Summary: This study aimed to understand the confidence, evidence-based knowledge, and guideline usage among healthcare professionals involved in antenatal care for women with asthma in Australia. The results showed that primary carers and respiratory specialists had higher confidence, were more likely to use clinical guidelines, and had higher evidence-based knowledge compared to maternity carers. The study also highlighted the need for greater utilization of clinical guidelines and the inclusion of antenatal asthma management in obstetric and maternity-specific guidelines.
AUSTRALIAN & NEW ZEALAND JOURNAL OF OBSTETRICS & GYNAECOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Nursing
Rhonda L. Wilson, Alison Hutton, Maralyn Foureur
Summary: This paper presents the findings of a study aimed at obtaining user perspectives to inform the redesign of a mental health unit that provides inpatient services to rural and regional adults. The study analyzed interviews and focus groups with patients, carers, and mental health professionals, and identified three major themes related to physical security, relational security, and procedural security. Based on these themes, recommendations were made for the design of a new mental health unit. The study provides valuable insights from users who have experienced mental health care in a regional and rural setting.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF MENTAL HEALTH NURSING
(2023)
Article
Nursing
Carla Sunner, Michelle Therese Giles, Ashley Kable, Maralyn Foureur
Summary: This study aimed to explore whether visual telehealth intervention improves care outcomes for residents in residential aged care facilities during acute illness events. The results showed that visual telehealth facilitated person centred care, built confidence and trust, and enabled bidirectional communication, but there were issues with technology access, connectivity, and usability.
JOURNAL OF CLINICAL NURSING
(2023)
Review
Geriatrics & Gerontology
Carla Sunner, Michelle Therese Giles, Ashley Kable, Maralyn Foureur
Summary: Telehealth has been widely used in multiple settings. The association between the use of telehealth with improved clinical outcomes highlights its potential utility in enhancing care delivery for an older population in RACFs. Telehealth has shown that it can improve the decision-making for residents in RACFS, but more robust research designs are needed.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF OLDER PEOPLE NURSING
(2023)
Article
Critical Care Medicine
Nadine Griffiths, Kaye Spence, Claire Galea, Kim Psaila, Maralyn Foureur, Lynn Sinclair
Summary: The study revealed differences in Australian neonatal nurses' perceptions of developmental care, with geographical location, place of employment, and professional qualification level influencing their attitudes. Rural nurses were less likely to support skin-to-skin therapy, while nurses working in neonatal intensive care units and those with postgraduate qualifications were more likely to support parental involvement in care.
AUSTRALIAN CRITICAL CARE
(2021)