A5072839013- Stress Responses and Cortisol
- Dementia and Cognitive Impairment Research
- Sleep and related disorders
- Neuroinflammation and Neurodegeneration Mechanisms
- Tryptophan and brain disorders
- Aging and Gerontology Research
- Diabetes Management and Education
- Climate Change Policy and Economics
- Psychological Treatments and Disorders
- Anesthesia and Neurotoxicity Research
- Knowledge Societies in the 21st Century
- Health and Well-being Studies
- Child and Adolescent Health
- Problem Solving Skills Development
- Stress and Burnout Research
- Educational Innovations and Technology
- Circadian rhythm and melatonin
- Community Health and Development
- Neurobiology of Language and Bilingualism
- Endometriosis Research and Treatment
- Pain Management and Opioid Use
- Palliative Care and End-of-Life Issues
- Mindfulness and Compassion Interventions
- Schizophrenia research and treatment
- Health, Education, and Physical Culture
University of Rochester Medical Center
2018-2025
University of Rochester
2022-2024
Ponce Health Sciences University
2015
Background:Endometriosis is an inflammatory disease that defined by growth of endometrial tissue outside the uterus, resulting in pain, infertility, and emotional distress.Previous studies have shown HPA axis compromised patients with chronic, painful diseases, including endometriosis.However, underlying mechanisms physiological consequences dysfunctions these are largely unknown.We aimed to understand whether diurnal circulating cortisol levels women endometriosis affected how this impacts...
Abstract Background and Objectives The chronic stress of caregiving for a family member with Alzheimer’s disease related dementias (ADRD) is associated host health risks, including accelerated cognitive aging poor emotional well-being. Despite known links between emotion regulatory pathways, training has not been tested in ADRD caregivers as means to strengthen capacity concomitant regulation, domains undergirding adaptation. This study aimed identify effects computerized on indicators...
Clinical insomnia is known to affect pain, but mechanisms are unclear. Insomnia can dysregulate inflammatory pathway, and inflammation plays a mediating role in pain. It unclear whether insomnia-related alterations be modified with improvement, if such parallel improvement The current study objective was provide proof of concept for the pain by testing improving would reduce related physical function, and, concurrently, modulate responses.Thirty adults osteoarthritis knee (Insomnia Severity...
The Diabetes Prevention Program (DPP) is an evidence-based lifestyle intervention developed to decrease the risk for type 2 diabetes and promote weight loss in individuals at diabetes. Individuals with serious mental illness have a greater developing compared general population. In this article, authors provide detailed description of adaptation process DPP (DPP-SMI). was based on cultural framework modifying interventions. To assess effectiveness DPP-SMI, 11 from community health...
Abstract Background and Objectives Latinos caring for a person with Alzheimer’s disease related dementias (ADRD) have the highest prevalence of caregiving. Yet, they are less likely to benefit from evidence-based interventions given their continued underrepresentation in ADRD-related research. Community advisory boards (CABs) potential address barriers research underrepresented communities; however, there complexities establishing sustaining CABs. This article describes how our work...
Objectives To examine associations among subjective memory reports, psychophysiological markers of emotion regulation, and cognitive performance in healthy adults over 50 years age.Method A cross-sectional laboratory study was conducted with healthy, community-dwelling, non-depressed (M age = 60.4 years, SD 8.4). The Metamemory Adulthood (MIA) questionnaire provided reports capacity stability (versus decline) anxiety about memory. Poorer regulation marked by greater negative affect (NA)...
Objectives The purpose of this article is to present conceptual and methodological challenges recruitment strategies in enrolling socially disconnected middle-aged older Latino caregivers a loved one with Alzheimer’s disease related dementias (ADRD).Methods Middle-aged ADRD were recruited into two early stage, intervention development studies during the COVID-19 pandemic via online or in-person methods. Recruitment criteria included over age 40 reporting elevated loneliness on UCLA 3-item...
The purpose of the present literature review is to highlight differences and similarities in fundamental reading processes depending upon language learner. Specific attention is paid contrasts between relatively opaque English more transparent languages, with a specific focus on Spanish. Analysis indicates steeper developmental curve in languages such as Spanish, although are similar. Findings way in which native could inform learning second, transparent language.
Puerto Ricans (PRs) face significant challenges in accessing essential parenting resources and support due to language barriers lack of culturally appropriate healthcare services, perpetuating health disparities. Cultural adaptation psychosocial measurement tools is crucial for promoting equity improving outcomes. This study describes the cultural two discipline assessment measures use with Spanish-speaking PR mothers 2-4-year-old children.
Abstract Latinos are 1.5 times more likely to develop Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias (ADRD) than non-Hispanic white Americans. also have the highest prevalence of caring for a loved one with ADRD. They spend time in caregiving-related activities, limited social support access quality dementia care, significantly worse physical mental health. The paucity culturally congruent interventions improve Latino ADRD caregivers’ psychological well-being continues perpetuate poorer outcomes...
Insomnia is prevalent among adults with osteoarthritis (OA), a common degenerative disorder for which age primary risk factor. Research suggests that cognitive-behavioral therapy insomnia (CBTi) in older comorbid chronic pain can improve sleep, weaker effects on reported pain. In the current pilot study, we tested whether CBTi improved OA-related physical limitations and quality of life, as well insomnia, these factors are important contributors to well-being aging. Thirty three adults, ages...
Concrete planning for future care needs may positively impact older adults' subsequent mental health and quality of life. However, the cognitive factors that facilitate concrete among Black White adults are still poorly understood. We investigated whether there significant differences between (