Persons living with HIV (PLHIV) may experience disability. We compared disability among PLHIV in the United States and South Africa investigated associations health demographic characteristics. Secondary analysis of cross-sectional data using medical records questionnaires including World Health Organization Disability Assessment Schedule (WHO-DAS) 2.0 12-item version (range: 0-36, higher scores indicative more severe disability). Between-country differences for presence were assessed...

Objectives: To assess measurement properties of the HIV Disability Questionnaire (HDQ) among adults with in United States. Methods: We administered HDQ, World Health Organization Assessment Schedule II (WHODAS 2.0), and a demographic questionnaire. For internal consistency reliability, we calculated Cronbach α Kuder-Richardson-20 (KR-20) statistics for disability episodic scores, respectively (≥0.80 acceptable). test–retest intraclass correlation coefficients (>0.8 construct validity,...

To explore primary care providers' HIV prevention practices for older adults. Primary perceptions and awareness were explored to understand factors that affect their provision of materials screening adults.Data collected through 24 semistructured interviews with providers (i.e., physicians, physician assistants, nurse practitioners) who see patients than 50 years.Results reveal facilitators barriers adults among understanding behaviors. Individual, patient, institutional, societal influenced...

The purpose of this study was to explore HIV/AIDS knowledge, perceived HIV susceptibility and severity, as well barriers facilitators prevention in primary care settings. Data were collected through both survey semi-structured interviews. A total 145 adults over the age 50 participated study. We found that most older are willing have discussions about with their health provider, however, they waiting for provider broch topic. findings also indicate need additional education regarding...

United States institutions of higher education (IHEs) transitioned to online learning in response the COVID-19 pandemic, and guidelines reduce risk spreading or contracting disease. This large scale, impromptu transition had implications for students, IHEs. study used a survey design explore impact pandemic on students IHEs, including move well-being. Recruitment focused college with sample drawn from 17 IHEs across America (n = 501). We developed 91-question survey, collect information...

Psychiatric treatments fail to produce positive outcomes when patients miss their appointments. Unfortunately, only about half of all needing psychiatric treatment actively engage in recommended regimens. 1 The reasons for non-engagement include stigma, ageism (i.e. mental health problems are perceived be a normal part ageing) and absence patient condition insight (denial).2,3 On the other hand, attend appointments readiness, recognition benefits, collaborative physicians history.4 This...

The objective of this investigation is to evaluate the Mental Healthiness and Aging Initiative (MHAI) intervention. MHAI was created promote awareness knowledge about mental health/substance (MH/SA) use aging issues in rural Kentucky, USA, due limitations formal informal health care treatment resources as a result multilevel barriers regions effects on health, wellbeing quality life.This took place between 2010 2011 two counties Kentucky. Participants from were recruited through an email...

The purpose of this research was to explore primary care providers' willingness and ability increase HIV prevention efforts among older adults gain recommendations for improving in settings. Data were collected through 24 semistructured interviews with providers. results the study reveal that majority providers find it necessary settings are willing do so; however, they cannot so without assistance. Providers suggested strategies care, instance, expanding use electronic reminders include...

Most educational programs on aging target college students in disciplines which might provide services or work with older adults, such as medicine social work, to the exclusion of high school. The purpose this study is better understand school and teacher's attitudes perceptions regarding aging. Focus groups were conducted collect data for study. A total 35 teachers 55 participated Findings indicate that about are both positive negative, however, there a consensus among incorporating into...

Abstract Objective The purpose of this study was to compare disability in people with HIV and peripheral neuropathy those without explore how other relevant factors are associated disability. Methods In cross-sectional study, participants completed the Brief pain inventory, Beck Depression Inventory II, World Health Organization Disability Assessment Schedule (WHODAS 2.0), a health demographic questionnaire. Additional data were extracted from medical record. A raw score ≥1 on Subjective...

Abstract The aging population presents far ranging implications and opportunities for individuals, families, policy makers, healthcare providers. U.S. Census Bureau estimates an increase in the aged 65+, which is projected to reach 83.7 million by 2050. With this changing demographic environment, human services health care professionals with specialized training are needed, regardless of career goals all students deserve exposure education. Undergraduate have varying knowledge attitudes...

AbstractThe purpose of this investigation was to explore HIV medication adherence among older adults. In Study 1, 44 HIV+ adults were recruited from the University Pennsylvania Center for AIDS Research and interviewed about their health behaviors, including adherence. 2, 40 surveyed communication with physician behavioral recommendations. Both studies found that a considerable percentage participants not completely adherent medications. Furthermore, majority reported good physician. The...

The aging population is growing exponentially, and it expected that soon the number of older adults within our will outnumber youth. To prepare for this shift in demographics, there a need educational programs gerontology. objective was to find out whether individuals community feel master's degree gerontology if so, what topical areas should be covered. Participants indicated many professionals working with would consider enrolling program. In addition, professionals, adults, undergraduate...

In the United States, population aging is often portrayed as an impending crisis that will greatly impact institutional foundations of society.While these portrayals are negative, they have drawn attention to some challenges our society faces and continue face.As a result increased needs growing older adults, there has been considerable growth in gerontology programs courses colleges universities; however, incorporation into kindergarten grade 12 (K-12) education lagged behind.In effort...

The purpose of this study was to develop and evaluate an educational intervention designed address aging careers in for high school students. A total two teachers 84 students participated the study. Teachers were surveyed before after implementation module. had neutral positive responses according pre-intervention survey. Most reported that they not learned about previously. Following enjoyed learning where older adults live how body changes with age. shared parents responded well inclusion...

The US Census Bureau estimates an increase in the population aged 65+, which is projected to reach 83.7 million by 2050. With this changing demographic those with specialized training aging are needed. Undergraduate students have varying knowledge and attitudes towards older adults. To better understand undergraduate student’s regarding adults we surveyed a group of 171 enrolled school arts sciences. Students were using Facts on Aging Quiz, Semantic Differential, Kogan’s Attitudes Toward Old...

Abstract Ageism is harmful to everyone everywhere, including university settings. Rutgers among America’s highest-ranked, most diverse public research universities. While efforts have been made increase diversity, equity, and inclusion, few focused specifically on ageism. Like many individuals groups experience, ageism often the last experience identified in DEI equation (can cite if needed). The objective of this project was begin take steps end at University beyond move towards becoming an...

The number of older adults diagnosed and living with HIV is increasing steadily. Sources estimate that by 2020, 70% those will be over the age 50. It imperative to increase prevention efforts among in order reduce dying from AIDS. purpose this study was better understand adults’ perceptions regarding primary care settings. Data were collected using semi-structured interviews. Thus far, 15 African-Americans 50 have been interviewed. collection continue until saturation reached. Preliminary...

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<h3>Background</h3> Since the introduction of Child Poverty Act (2017) in Scotland, all health visitors, midwives and family nurses Scotland are expected to screen offer a financial advice referral at-risk pregnant women parents/carers families with children under five Scotland. The so-called <i>‘Financial Inclusion Pathway’</i> (FIP) emerged 2019 as one number strategies intended tackle child poverty. At this early implementation stage, little is known about parents’ perspectives...

Abstract The COVID-19 pandemic has led to increased strains on the rapidly increasing aging population’s mental, emotional, and physiological health. COVID-19, which belongs a family of respiratory viruses, was first detected in China before spreading other parts globe. Due underlying health conditions weakened immune systems, population is at greater risk for contracting COVID-19. To better prepare future pandemic, it necessary explore psychosocial impacts limited human interactions make...