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Book Synopsis Exploring Motivators and Barriers to Exercise Among Older Adults with Chronic Conditions by : Kristin Gazdik
Download or read book Exploring Motivators and Barriers to Exercise Among Older Adults with Chronic Conditions written by Kristin Gazdik and published by . This book was released on 2020 with total page 108 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Abstract: Chronic conditions among older adults are on the rise. While exercise is recommended as a first-line treatment for chronic conditions, there are a number of documented motivators and barriers to physical activity and exercise among older adults. Little research exists on motivators and barriers to exercise among older adults with cardiovascular disease (CVD), type 2 diabetes, and osteoarthritis (OA). The purpose of this study was to determine if there were differences in barriers to exercise and intrinsic motivators between active and sedentary older adults with the chronic conditions of CVD, type 2 diabetes, and/or OA. A secondary purpose of this study was to determine if there were difference in barriers to exercise and intrinsic motivators between older adults with one and two or more chronic conditions. In total, 33 older adults (14 males and 19 females) participated. Independent-samples t-tests were done to compare barriers and intrinsic motivators to exercise between active (n=27) and sedentary older adults (n=6) as well as older adults with one (n=20) and two or more chronic conditions (n=13). This study demonstrated that while the number of conditions did not influence perceived barriers or motivators toward exercise, participation in exercise versus sedentary behavior did influence perceived barriers or motivators toward exercise.
Book Synopsis WHO guidelines on physical activity and sedentary behaviour by :
Download or read book WHO guidelines on physical activity and sedentary behaviour written by and published by World Health Organization. This book was released on 2020-11-20 with total page 24 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Book Synopsis Experiences of Physical Activity Among Older Adults with Multiple Chronic Conditions by :
Download or read book Experiences of Physical Activity Among Older Adults with Multiple Chronic Conditions written by and published by . This book was released on 2009 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This study investigated the barriers to and facilitators of participation in physical activity and/or exercise among older adults with multiple chronic conditions (MCC). According to the Health Council of Canada (2007), more than half of all Canadians 65 years and older have two or more chronic conditions, while 27% of older men and 33% of older women have three or more chronic conditions (Moore et al., 1999). To date, there has been little investigation of the impact of having MCC on exercise and activity patterns since most studies have tended to focus on the relationship between a single chronic condition and participation in physical activity. Using symbolic interactionism as the theoretical framework, the present study investigated the factors that encouraged and discouraged older men and women who have MCC from being physically active. Semi-structured in-depth interviews were conducted with 10 older women and 10 older men 65 years of age and older. Participants had between seven and 17 multiple chronic conditions (average of 12) and were diverse with respect to age, country of birth, educational attainment, household income, and marital status. While the participants identified the physical symptoms accompanying their MCC as the strongest barrier to participation, other barriers included fear, lack of social support, and transportation issues, particularly for the women. The men reported more motivators to being physically active than the women, and these factors included improving their health and preventing further health deterioration. The women reported that having a companion or health care professional participate or supervise their participation was their strongest motivator. The pattern of participation was dynamic across the participants' lifetimes. The theoretical implications of my findings reveal that the meanings older adults with MCC attribute to their experiences of participating in physical activity are diverse and underpinned by cultural norms.
Book Synopsis Exercise, Aging and Health by : Sandra O'Brien Cousins
Download or read book Exercise, Aging and Health written by Sandra O'Brien Cousins and published by Taylor & Francis. This book was released on 2014-01-09 with total page 292 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Appropriate for professionals in gerontology, sports psychology, health psychology, physical education and social science programs that deal with older populations and community resources, this book first discusses the pros and cons of physical activity for older persons. It then explores the theoretical reasons for which older people do not pursue physical activity and how to overcome this reluctance. There is a model included, as well as implications for future social policy.
Book Synopsis Perceived Barriers to Exercise Among Older Adults with MCI and Early Dementia by : Nicholas Hobson
Download or read book Perceived Barriers to Exercise Among Older Adults with MCI and Early Dementia written by Nicholas Hobson and published by . This book was released on 2017 with total page 148 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Increasing evidence suggests that exercise can benefit physical and cognitive function among older adults with mild cognitive impairment (MCI) and early dementia (MCI/dementia). Unfortunately, many older adults with MCI/dementia are not sufficiently active to achieve these benefits. Older adults with MCI/dementia experience barriers to exercise, some of which may be shared with older adults in general. There are likely to also be factors unique to their condition. Further, the social-ecological model (SEM) suggests that characteristics of the social and physical environmental factors may interact with individual factors and play important and dynamic roles in influencing health behaviours, including exercise. The objective of this study was to explore and characterize the perceived barriers, motivators, and facilitators to exercise among community-dwelling older adults with MCI/dementia guided by the SEM as a framework, from the perspectives of both older adults with MCI/dementia and their care partners. Additional objectives were to explore the perceived acceptability of exercise options among older adults with MCI/dementia and their care partners and to explore the supports and accommodations that may be needed to create inclusive conditions for persons with MCI/dementia to participate in community-based exercise programs. Ten older adults with MCI/dementia and 7 care partners were conveniently recruited to the study. Perspectives, experiences, and opinions of both persons with MCI/dementia and their care partners regarding exercise among persons with MCI/dementia were gathered qualitatively through four focus group discussions. Focus groups ranged in size from 3 to 6 participants. Pairs of focus groups, one for each participant group, ran simultaneously with a separate moderating team for each group. Group discussions were audio-recorded, transcribed verbatim, and reviewed to ensure consistency. Data analysis followed the general inductive thematic approach outlined by Braun and Clarke (2006). Thematic analysis revealed a complex and dynamic interplay between factors across levels of the SEM influencing exercise behaviour among persons with MCI/dementia. Key themes indicate that persons with MCI/dementia and their care partners viewed exercise as a positive, meaningful, and beneficial activity that had physical, mental, and social benefits. However, several barriers to exercise participation emerged including low intrinsic motivation, physical and mental health challenges and stigma against dementia. Despite challenges to engage in exercise, external support at the individual and community level could help overcome barriers. Low motivation to exercise among persons with MCI/dementia could be mediated by encouragement from their care partners and availability of enjoyable, social exercise opportunities. By providing transportation and acting as an exercise companion, the care partners could also help the person with MCI/dementia's physical and cognitive limitations. Further, access to exercise opportunities that meet the individual physical and mental needs of the person with MCI/dementia could reduce the negative impact of physical and mental challenges experienced by persons with MCI/dementia on exercise engagement. The results suggest that increasing availability of preferred exercise opportunities, such as walking outdoors and exercise in social settings with others with whom they identify, is likely a worthwhile venture that may motivate and enable exercise among persons with dementia. Future research should determine and assess strategies to augment motivators and facilitators to exercise and reduce barriers, especially at the social and community-levels. Results should, however, be interpreted with caution as this study included primarily active participants from a single region and future studies should specifically target persons with MCI/dementia who are sedentary and from broad social and geographical environmental, as the factors that influence exercise are likely to be different.
Download or read book Physical Activity and Health written by and published by . This book was released on 1996 with total page 278 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Promotes value of lifelong moderate exercise.
Author :National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine Publisher :National Academies Press ISBN 13 :0309671035 Total Pages :317 pages Book Rating :4.3/5 (96 download)
Book Synopsis Social Isolation and Loneliness in Older Adults by : National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine
Download or read book Social Isolation and Loneliness in Older Adults written by National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine and published by National Academies Press. This book was released on 2020-05-14 with total page 317 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Social isolation and loneliness are serious yet underappreciated public health risks that affect a significant portion of the older adult population. Approximately one-quarter of community-dwelling Americans aged 65 and older are considered to be socially isolated, and a significant proportion of adults in the United States report feeling lonely. People who are 50 years of age or older are more likely to experience many of the risk factors that can cause or exacerbate social isolation or loneliness, such as living alone, the loss of family or friends, chronic illness, and sensory impairments. Over a life course, social isolation and loneliness may be episodic or chronic, depending upon an individual's circumstances and perceptions. A substantial body of evidence demonstrates that social isolation presents a major risk for premature mortality, comparable to other risk factors such as high blood pressure, smoking, or obesity. As older adults are particularly high-volume and high-frequency users of the health care system, there is an opportunity for health care professionals to identify, prevent, and mitigate the adverse health impacts of social isolation and loneliness in older adults. Social Isolation and Loneliness in Older Adults summarizes the evidence base and explores how social isolation and loneliness affect health and quality of life in adults aged 50 and older, particularly among low income, underserved, and vulnerable populations. This report makes recommendations specifically for clinical settings of health care to identify those who suffer the resultant negative health impacts of social isolation and loneliness and target interventions to improve their social conditions. Social Isolation and Loneliness in Older Adults considers clinical tools and methodologies, better education and training for the health care workforce, and dissemination and implementation that will be important for translating research into practice, especially as the evidence base for effective interventions continues to flourish.
Book Synopsis Public Health and Aging by : Tom Hickey
Download or read book Public Health and Aging written by Tom Hickey and published by JHU Press. This book was released on 1997-05-02 with total page 364 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The role of public health in the planning, coordination, and delivery of health promotion and disease prevention services to older people living outside of institutional settings. Selected by Choice Magazine as an Outstanding Academic Title Current issues in the public health arena have challenged the system to broaden its traditional focus on infectious disease to include chronic disease as well. As this change in emphasis takes place, professionals must be prepared to address the special chronic health concerns of older people living in the community. This textbook meets the training needs of those professionals. Public Health and Aging examines the role of public health in the planning, coordination, and delivery of health promotion and disease prevention services to older people living outside of institutional settings. Here, experts in the areas of health care policy and care of aged persons analyze the scientific basis for the practice of public health in an increasingly aging society. Reviewing a wide range of the social, cultural, financial, and environmental factors that influence the health experiences of older population groups, the authors delve into the epidemiology of age-related chronic illnesses, program development, methodological issues, data collection and analysis, strategies for intervention, and ethics. From outlines for community-based program planning and development to discussions about the future challenges for health care systems and services, this book is an ideal reference for gerontology, public policy, and public health professionals and professionals in training.
Book Synopsis Living with Dementia by : Veljko Dubljević
Download or read book Living with Dementia written by Veljko Dubljević and published by Springer Nature. This book was released on 2021-01-22 with total page 266 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book addresses current issues in the neuroscience and ethics of dementia care, including philosophical as well as ethical legal, and social issues (ELSIs), issues in clinical, institutional, and private care-giving, and international perspectives on dementia and care innovations. As such, it is a must-read for anyone interested in a well-researched, thought-provoking overview of current issues in dementia diagnosis, care, and social and legal policy. All contributions reflect the latest neuroscientific research on dementia, either broadly construed or in terms of the etiologies and symptoms of particular forms of dementia. Given its interdisciplinary and international scope, its depth of research, and its qualitative emphasis, the book represents a valuable addition to the available literature on neuroethics, gerontology, and neuroscientific memory research.
Book Synopsis Lifestyle-integrated Functional Exercise (LiFE) program to prevent falls by : Lindy Clemson
Download or read book Lifestyle-integrated Functional Exercise (LiFE) program to prevent falls written by Lindy Clemson and published by Sydney University Press. This book was released on 2014-07-12 with total page 102 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Lifestyle-integrated Functional Exercise (LiFE) program is a way of reducing the risk of falls by integrating balance and strength activities into regular daily tasks. Unloading the dishwasher becomes an opportunity to improve strength. Brushing your teeth becomes an opportunity to improve balance. In the LiFE program, every daily task becomes an opportunity to improve balance and strength. This is a different approach to a traditional program where you would be required to complete a series of exercises a certain number of times a day for a set number of days each week. The trainer's manual outlines the principles of the LiFE program and provides a step-by-step guide for therapists and trainers to implement the program with their clients. It should be used in conjunction with the participant's manual so that the program is fully understood from both the trainer's and participant's perspectives.
Book Synopsis A Comparative Study of Barriers and Motivators to Physical Activity Among East Asian and Caucasian Older Adults by : Karina Ingrid Martina Hackett
Download or read book A Comparative Study of Barriers and Motivators to Physical Activity Among East Asian and Caucasian Older Adults written by Karina Ingrid Martina Hackett and published by . This book was released on 2011 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This quantitative, exploratory study investigated potential differences between East Asian and Caucasian older adults in perceived motivators and barriers to attending exercise classes compared to those who do not attend. A total of 169 participants aged 50 and older were recruited into the study. Bivariate analyses showed statistically significant differences between ethnic groups for most barrier, motivator, and other exercise related variables. The barrier most strongly associated with ethnicity is bad weather, with East Asians more likely to report this than Caucasians. The motivator variable most strongly associated with ethnicity is increased muscle strength, which was reported more frequently by Caucasians than East Asians. Multivariate analyses revealed a persistent effect of ethnicity on the frequency of reporting barriers and motivators even after controlling for demographic, physical health, and activity limitation variables. Findings are discussed in terms of activity program recommendations targeting ethnic minority older adults.
Book Synopsis When I'm 64 by : National Research Council
Download or read book When I'm 64 written by National Research Council and published by National Academies Press. This book was released on 2006-02-13 with total page 280 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: By 2030 there will be about 70 million people in the United States who are older than 64. Approximately 26 percent of these will be racial and ethnic minorities. Overall, the older population will be more diverse and better educated than their earlier cohorts. The range of late-life outcomes is very dramatic with old age being a significantly different experience for financially secure and well-educated people than for poor and uneducated people. The early mission of behavioral science research focused on identifying problems of older adults, such as isolation, caregiving, and dementia. Today, the field of gerontology is more interdisciplinary. When I'm 64 examines how individual and social behavior play a role in understanding diverse outcomes in old age. It also explores the implications of an aging workforce on the economy. The book recommends that the National Institute on Aging focus its research support in social, personality, and life-span psychology in four areas: motivation and behavioral change; socioemotional influences on decision-making; the influence of social engagement on cognition; and the effects of stereotypes on self and others. When I'm 64 is a useful resource for policymakers, researchers and medical professionals.
Book Synopsis The Relationship of Motivators and Barriers to Exercise Adherence in Older Adults at an Assisted Living Facility by : Maureen C. Roller
Download or read book The Relationship of Motivators and Barriers to Exercise Adherence in Older Adults at an Assisted Living Facility written by Maureen C. Roller and published by . This book was released on 2009 with total page 212 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Book Synopsis Communities of Care by : Mary M. Ball
Download or read book Communities of Care written by Mary M. Ball and published by JHU Press. This book was released on 2005-10-07 with total page 442 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Very little is known about why and when African American elders seek formal long-term care, or about the characteristics of assisted living environments they consider most desirable. Drawing on qualitative studies conducted between 1998 and 2001, the authors of Communities of Care provide important information on historic and current trends in assisted living systems serving African Americans. Focusing on six facilities that have become models of long-term care for African Americans, the authors shed light on the daily lives of the people who live, work, and visit these "communities of care."With detailed profiles of the facilities, interviews, and case histories of care recipients, the authors explore both the institutional and personal characteristics of the facilities and the issues central to their residents. This definitive work brings to the forefront critical questions about how race, gender, and culture affect the quality of, access to, and cost of care. These questions have broad implications for the policy, administration, and operation of assisted living.
Book Synopsis The Routledge Handbook of Strategic Communication by : Derina Holtzhausen
Download or read book The Routledge Handbook of Strategic Communication written by Derina Holtzhausen and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2014-11-20 with total page 621 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Routledge Handbook of Strategic Communication provides a comprehensive review of research in the strategic communication domain and offers educators and graduate-level students a compilation of approaches to and studies of varying aspects of the field. The volume provides insights into ongoing discussions that build an emerging body of knowledge. Focusing on the metatheoretical, philosophical, and applied aspects of strategic communication, the parts of the volume cover: • Conceptual foundations, • Institutional and organizational dimensions, • Implementing strategic communication, and • Domains of practice An international set of authors contributes to this volume, illustrating the broad arena in which this work is taking place. A timely volume surveying the current state of scholarship, this Handbook is essential reading for scholars in strategic communication at all levels of experience.
Book Synopsis Nutrition and Skeletal Muscle by : Stéphane Walrand
Download or read book Nutrition and Skeletal Muscle written by Stéphane Walrand and published by Academic Press. This book was released on 2018-10-24 with total page 590 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Nutrition and Skeletal Muscle provides coverage of the evidence of dietary components that have proven beneficial for bettering adverse changes in skeletal muscle from disuse and aging. Skeletal muscle is the largest tissue in the body, providing elements of contraction and locomotion and acting as an important contributor to whole body protein and amino metabolism, glucose disposal and lipid metabolism. However, muscle loss, atrophy or weakness can occur when there are metabolic imbalances, disuse or aging. This book addresses the topic by providing insight and research from international leaders, making it the go-to reference for those in skeletal muscle physiology. Provides an understanding of the crucial role of skeletal muscle in global metabolic homeostasis regulation Delivers the information needed to understand the utilization of crucial supplements for the preservation of skeletal muscle Presents insights on research from international leaders in the field
Book Synopsis Exercise to Prevent and Manage Chronic Disease Across the Lifespan by : Jack Feehan
Download or read book Exercise to Prevent and Manage Chronic Disease Across the Lifespan written by Jack Feehan and published by Academic Press. This book was released on 2022-04-30 with total page 482 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Exercise to Prevent and Manage Chronic Disease Across the Lifespan provides evidence-based insights into the clinical utility of exercise in the management of disease across a broad range of specialties and diseases. The book offers research informed strategies for the integration of exercise into standard practice in fields such as neurology, endocrinology, psychiatry and oncology, as well as decision-making pathways and clinical scenarios to advance patient care. The book is divided by specialty and includes clinical scenarios to allow for the integration of information within practice. The book's synthesized research evidence allows practitioners to safely and effectively begin to capitalize on the benefits of exercise in their patients. Provides broad insights into the evidence-based underpinnings of the use of exercise in a range of common diseases Coverage includes the immune system, musculoskeletal disease, oncology, endocrinology, cardiology, respiratory diseases, and more Includes a glossary, bibliography and summary figures for quick reference of information
