A5022998573- Geriatric Care and Nursing Homes
- Dementia and Cognitive Impairment Research
- Intergenerational Family Dynamics and Caregiving
- Aging and Gerontology Research
- Migration, Aging, and Tourism Studies
- Health disparities and outcomes
- Interprofessional Education and Collaboration
- Palliative Care and End-of-Life Issues
- Chronic Disease Management Strategies
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) Research
- Health, psychology, and well-being
- Aging, Elder Care, and Social Issues
- Healthcare innovation and challenges
- Mental Health and Patient Involvement
- Frailty in Older Adults
- Elder Abuse and Neglect
- Retirement, Disability, and Employment
- Mental Health Treatment and Access
- Health Systems, Economic Evaluations, Quality of Life
- Family and Patient Care in Intensive Care Units
- Asthma and respiratory diseases
- Health and Medical Studies
- Grief, Bereavement, and Mental Health
- Delphi Technique in Research
- Telemedicine and Telehealth Implementation
National Ageing Research Institute
2014-2024
Mental Health Ireland
2024
Edith Cowan University
2024
Swinburne University of Technology
2021-2024
Ashikaga Red Cross Hospital
2023
Mater Misericordiae University Hospital
2023
Deakin University
2022
The Royal Melbourne Hospital
2009-2020
Australian Catholic University
2012-2018
The University of Melbourne
1992-2017
Synopsis The point prevalence of depressive disorders was estimated in a sample persons aged 70 years and over, which included both those living the community institutional settings. Lay interviewers administered Canberra Interview for Elderly to subjects their informants. episodes as defined by Draft ICD-10 diagnostic criteria 3·3%. rate DSM-III-R major disorder 1·0%. latter is similar reported elsewhere elderly. Evidence accumulating that older may indeed have low rates at formal case...
Introduction There is increasing evidence to support the benefits of physical activity on cognition in older adults. This paper describes (i) attitudes, beliefs and barriers towards adults with without cognitive impairment (ii) their opinion attributes ideal program. Methods Thematic analysis focus groups individual interviews 50 no impairment, subjective memory complaints, mild Alzheimer's disease was performed. Results Consistent previous research cognitively intact adults, most...
Global population ageing has meant a rapid increase in the numbers of older people with dementia, most whom live their own homes. Staying at home is an important determinant health and well-being. As care needs increase, quality community support which receive directly influences capacity to remain While many are supported informally by family carers, formal provided workers often enables them for longer period. However, providing community-based dementia can be challenging. Workers lack...
Objectives The main objectives of this pragmatic randomized controlled trial were to investigate the impact cognitive behaviour therapy ( CBT ) and an active social control (befriending) on depression anxiety symptoms in people with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease COPD ). Methods Eligible participants randomly allocated receive eight weekly telephone interventions n = 54) or befriending 56). Repeated‐measures ANOVA was used assess changes scores Cohen's d effect sizes. Results...
This article addressed the following questions: How are spirituality, spiritual need, and care in aged defined? What constitutes for older people care? From an organisational perspective, what barriers enablers to providing Spirituality were defined a variety of ways literature. The literature endorsed nurses other staff engaging elements as valuable. A whole-of-organisation approach is required rather than leaving it individual. New guidelines being developed specifically care.
Objectives This study is the first to obtain data on prevalence of, contributors to, and supports required for, pandemic-related distress within residential aged care sector in Australia. A nested mixed-methods approach was used examine leaders' opinions about impact of COVID-19 mental health residents staff.
Abstract Objectives To test the premise that individually tailored psychosocial, nursing and medical interventions to home residents with dementia will reduce frequency severity of behavioural symptoms. Methods A four‐member team comprising a psychiatrist, psychologist nurses conducted detailed assessments 99 advanced who were rated by staff as having frequent, severe disturbances. Residents then randomly assigned an ‘early’ or ‘late’ intervention group observed for four weeks. Interventions...
Synopsis A community survey of 1045 persons aged 70 years and over was conducted to identify cases dementia in the cities Canberra Queanbeyan. Cases were identified using Interview for Elderly, administered by lay interviewers. When diagnostic criteria rigidly applied, point prevalence combined sample institutional residents considerably lower ICD-10 than DSM-III-R. Both showed a similar rise with age, no gender difference. Agreement between two systems had kappa only 0·48. ‘Probable’ either...
ADVERTISEMENT RETURN TO ISSUEPREVArticleNEXTDioxomolybdenum(VI) Complexes of Tripodal Nitrogen-Donor Ligands: Syntheses and Spectroscopic, Structural, Electrochemical Studies, Including the Generation EPR-Active Molybdenum(V) Species in SolutionZhiguang Xiao, Michael A. Bruck, Colleen Doyle, John H. Enemark, Carina Grittini, Robert W. Gable, Anthony G. Wedd, Charles YoungCite this: Inorg. Chem. 1995, 34, 24, 5950–5962Publication Date (Print):November 1, 1995Publication History Published...
Objectives: Residents in nursing homes are being isolated to prevent exposure COVID-19. Many prone depression, anxiety and loneliness, extra isolation leaves them vulnerable compromised mental health. In this study, trained volunteers providing befriending for residents with symptoms of loneliness switched remote during The purpose study was gauge volunteer perceptions the switch.
ObjectiveRates of depression and anxiety are high among older adults in residential aged care facilities (RACFs). This study examined the extent to which psychological services made available facility residents Australia, investigated barriers accessing such services.MethodThe sample consisted 90 senior staff from a random RACFs. Participants completed self‐report questionnaires regarding their perspectives on availability potential access services.ResultsAccess was poor. Psychologists were...
Abstract Background Our objective was to explore what people receiving and providing care consider be ‘good’ in-home for living with dementia. Methods We conducted 36 in-depth interviews two focus groups key stakeholders in Australia the first quarter of 2018. Participants included those (4 dementia, 15 family carers) or (9 case managers, 5 service 10 home workers). Qualitative thematic analysis guided by Braun Clarke’s six-step approach. Results Consensus reached across all on five themes...
Undertaking co-design with the end users of services has rapidly evolved as best-practice approach to program design, development and implementation. Increased interest in using participatory dementia care drawn attention need for evidence-informed methods facilitating meaningful involvement people their family carers activities. The aim this paper is describe framework used a specialist training home workers. Promoting Independence Through quality Care at Home successful example methodology...
While videoconferencing, telementoring, and peer support have been shown to enhance services in some instances, there has no research investigating the use of these technologies supporting professionals managing clients with dementia. The objective this was evaluate expansion an old age psychiatry consultation service pilot test a model improve medical supervision clinical governance for staff within regional remote areas using information technology.The design mixed methods (qualitative...
ObjectiveThis brief examines the evidence that is currently available to inform provision of psychological services within aged care services, considering both residential and home settings.MethodA narrative literature review evaluating approaches for common conditions in settings was conducted, focusing on assessment treatment mental health disorders dementia. Information current employment training Australian psychologists geropsychology also summarised.ResultsWhile further research...
The Canberra Interview for the Elderly (CIE) has been developed as a field instrument identifying cases of dementia and depression, according to diagnostic criteria in both draft ICD‐10 DSM‐III‐R. It designed be administered by lay interviewers responses are assembled algorithmically derive diagnoses. validity CIE was assessed using sample 75 elderly patients attending hospital clinic. diagnoses were compared with clinical judgements made at time recruitment into study later 3 clinicians...