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2. Young bisexual women’s perspectives on the relationship between bisexual stigma, mental health, and sexual health: a qualitative study.
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Flanders, Corey E., Dobinson, Cheryl, and Logie, Carmen
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LGBTQ+ people , *BISEXUALITY , *FOCUS groups , *GENDER identity , *GROUNDED theory , *SEXUAL health , *INTERPERSONAL relations , *INTERVIEWING , *RESEARCH methodology , *MENTAL health , *QUESTIONNAIRES , *RESEARCH funding , *STATISTICAL sampling , *STEREOTYPES , *SOCIAL stigma , *WOMEN'S health , *REPRODUCTIVE health , *QUALITATIVE research , *JUDGMENT sampling , *DATA analysis , *SIGNIFICANT others , *THEMATIC analysis , *HEALTH equity , *DATA analysis software , *MEDICAL coding , *ATTITUDES toward sex , *DESCRIPTIVE statistics , *SOCIETIES - Abstract
Young bisexual women experience worse mental and sexual health outcomes in comparison to their heterosexual and lesbian peers. These disparities are associated with stigma and devaluation of bisexual identities. The current paper addresses a community-based focus group project in which participants discussed bisexual stigma in regard to bisexual erasure and other stereotypes. Specifically, participants detailed experiences of feeling pressured to provide evidence of their bisexual identity, modifying their relationship or sexual behavior to conform to these expectations, as well as feeling excluded from queer community. Further, participants discussed how these experiences were related to decreased mental and sexual health. Future research should further investigate the relationship between bisexual stigma, pressure to provide evidence of bisexual identity, and negative mental and sexual health outcomes. [ABSTRACT FROM PUBLISHER]
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- 2017
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3. Evaluating the Psychometric Properties of the Evidence-Based Practice Attitude and Utilization Survey.
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Terhorst, Lauren, Leach, Matthew, Bussières, Andre, Evans, Roni, and Schneider, Michael J.
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PSYCHOMETRICS , *MEDICAL personnel , *EDUCATIONAL attainment , *ABILITY , *ALTERNATIVE medicine , *ATTITUDE (Psychology) , *CHI-squared test , *CHIROPRACTORS , *CONFIDENCE intervals , *STATISTICAL correlation , *FACTOR analysis , *RESEARCH methodology , *QUESTIONNAIRES , *RESEARCH funding , *STATISTICAL sampling , *STATISTICS , *SURVEYS , *WORLD Wide Web , *EVIDENCE-based medicine , *PROFESSIONAL practice , *DATA analysis , *SECONDARY analysis , *MULTITRAIT multimethod techniques , *CROSS-sectional method , *RESEARCH methodology evaluation , *DATA analysis software , *DESCRIPTIVE statistics , *SOCIETIES ,RESEARCH evaluation - Abstract
Objective: Most health professions recognize the value of evidence-based practice (EBP), yet the uptake of EBP across most health disciplines has been suboptimal. To improve EBP uptake, it is important to first understand the many dimensions that affect EBP use. The Evidence-Based practice Attitude and utilization SurvEy (EBASE) was designed to measure the attitudes, skills, and use of EBP among practitioners of complementary and alternative medicine (CAM); however, the dimensionality of the instrument is not well understood. The aim of the current research was to examine the psychometric properties of the attitudes, skills, and use subscales of EBASE. Design: This was a secondary analysis of data obtained from the administration of EBASE. Data were examined using principal components analyses and confirmatory methods. Internal consistency reliabilities of resultant subscales were also computed. Participants: 1314 U.S. chiropractors and 554 Canadian chiropractors. Results: A unidimensional structure best fit the attitudes and use subscales. Skills subscale items were best represented by subscales with a multidimensional structure. Specifically, the skills construct was best modeled with three dimensions (identification of the research question, locating research, and application of EBP). All subscales had acceptable internal consistency reliability estimates. Conclusions: The findings support the modification of the scoring guidelines for the original EBASE. These changes are likely to result in a more accurate measure of EBP attitudes, skills, and use among chiropractors, and possibly CAM providers more generally. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2016
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4. Knowledge to Practice in Developmental Coordination Disorder: Impact of an Evidence-Based Online Module on Physical Therapists' Self-Reported Knowledge, Skills, and Practice.
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Camden, Chantal, Rivard, Lisa, Pollock, Nancy, and Missiuna, Cheryl
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PHYSICAL therapy , *ANALYSIS of variance , *CLINICAL competence , *CONFIDENCE , *INTELLECT , *INTENTION , *MOVEMENT disorders , *PHYSICAL therapy for children , *PROFESSIONAL employee training , *QUESTIONNAIRES , *RESEARCH funding , *SCALE analysis (Psychology) , *SELF-evaluation , *WORLD Wide Web , *EMAIL , *INTRANETS (Computer networks) , *EVIDENCE-based medicine , *QUALITATIVE research , *QUANTITATIVE research , *THEMATIC analysis , *EDUCATIONAL outcomes , *REPEATED measures design , *DATA analysis software , *MEDICAL coding , *WORK experience (Employment) , *PHYSICAL therapists' attitudes , *SOCIETIES - Abstract
Aims: To evaluate the impact of an evidence-based online module on Developmental Coordination Disorder (DCD) on self-reported physical therapist (PT) knowledge, skills, and practice. Methods: Fifty PTs completed a questionnaire before and after the completion of the online module, with 41 PTs completing the same questionnaire 2 months later. The questionnaires included items rated using a 7-point Likert Scale and short open-ended questions. Results: There was a significant effect of Time for 17 out of 18 items on self-reported knowledge, and all 19 items for self-reported skills. Post-hoc analyses indicated that mean scores at Time 2 and Time 3 were higher than the mean scores at Time 1. Forty-six (92%) participants reported an increase in their confidence to provide evidence-based services. Forty-three (86%) participants indicated their intentions to modify their evaluative practices (e.g., involving children in goal setting) and their management of DCD (e.g., using the best practice principles, providing resources to families). At the 2-month follow-up, 19 (46%) participants had returned to the module to review information (e.g., video, resources) or to download handouts. Conclusions: The online DCD module appears to be an effective knowledge translation strategy to increase PTs' self-reported knowledge and skills, and to support evidence-informed practice. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2015
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5. Knowledge to Practice in Developmental Coordination Disorder: Utility of an Evidence-Based Online Module for Physical Therapists.
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Rivard, Lisa, Camden, Chantal, Pollock, Nancy, and Missiuna, Cheryl
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PHYSICAL therapy , *CONCEPTUAL structures , *CONTENT analysis , *GOAL (Psychology) , *INTERVIEWING , *LEARNING strategies , *WEB development , *RESEARCH methodology , *MOVEMENT disorders , *NEEDS assessment , *PHYSICAL therapy for children , *PROFESSIONAL employee training , *QUESTIONNAIRES , *STATISTICAL sampling , *WORK environment , *WORLD Wide Web , *EVIDENCE-based medicine , *JUDGMENT sampling , *THEMATIC analysis , *DATA analysis software , *MEDICAL coding , *WORK experience (Employment) , *PHYSICAL therapists' attitudes , *DESCRIPTIVE statistics , *SOCIETIES - Abstract
Aims: Developmental coordination disorder (DCD) is a chronic condition with potential negative health consequences. Therapists working with children with DCD need access to tailored, synthesized, evidence-based information; however a knowledge-to-practice gap exists. The aim of this study was to develop and evaluate the utility of an evidence-based online DCD module tailored to physical therapists' (PTs) needs. Methods: Guided by the Knowledge to Action framework, we interviewed PTs working with children with DCD ( n = 9) to identify their information needs. Their recommendations, along with synthesized DCD research evidence, informed module development. These PTs as well as others ( n = 50) evaluated the module's usefulness. Results: The module incorporated important content areas including: (1) identification; (2) planning interventions and goals; (3) evidence-based practice; (4) management; and (5) resources. Case scenarios, clinical applications, interactive media, links to resources, and interactive learning opportunities were also embedded. PTs perceived the module to be comprehensive and useful and provided feedback to improve module navigation. Conclusions: Involving end-users throughout the development and evaluation of an online PT DCD module contributed to its relevance, applicability, and utility. It will be important to evaluate whether use of this module improves the quality of services provided by PTs. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2015
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6. Living with coeliac disease and a gluten-free diet: a Canadian perspective.
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Zarkadas, M., Dubois, S., MacIsaac, K., Cantin, I., Rashid, M., Roberts, K. C., La Vieille, S., Godefroy, S., and Pulido, O. M.
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ADAPTABILITY (Personality) , *PSYCHOLOGICAL adaptation , *CELIAC disease , *CHI-squared test , *FOOD labeling , *FRUSTRATION , *GLUTEN-free diet , *QUESTIONNAIRES , *RESEARCH funding , *RESTAURANTS , *SEX distribution , *PSYCHOLOGY of the sick , *SOCIAL isolation , *STATISTICAL hypothesis testing , *TIME , *CROSS-sectional method , *HEALTH literacy , *DATA analysis software , *DESCRIPTIVE statistics , *PSYCHOLOGY , *SOCIETIES - Abstract
Objective Strict adherence to a gluten-free diet is the only treatment for coeliac disease. The gluten-free diet is complex, costly and impacts on all activities involving food, making it difficult to maintain for a lifetime. The purpose of this cross-sectional study was to evaluate the difficulties experienced, the strategies used and the emotional impact of following a gluten-free diet among Canadians with coeliac disease. Methods A questionnaire was mailed to all members ( n = 10 693) of both the Canadian Celiac Association and the Fondation québécoise de la maladie cœliaque in 2008. Results The overall response rate was 72%. Results are presented for the 5912 respondents (≥18 years) reporting biopsy-confirmed coeliac disease and/or dermatitis herpetiformis. Two-thirds never intentionally consumed gluten. Women reported significantly greater emotional responses to a gluten-free diet but, with time, were more accepting of it than men. Difficulties and negative emotions were experienced less frequently by those on the diet for >5 years, although food labelling and eating away from home remained very problematic. Frustration and isolation because of the diet were the most common negative emotions experienced. Conclusions The present study quantifies the difficulties experienced, the strategies used and the emotional impact of following a gluten-free diet. It highlights the need to improve the training and education of dietitians, other health providers and the food service industry workers about coeliac disease and a gluten-free diet, with the aim of better helping individuals improve their adherence to a gluten-free diet and their quality of life. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2013
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7. Reported Sensory Processing of Children with Down Syndrome.
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Bruni, Maryanne, Cameron, Debra, Dua, Shelly, and Noy, Sarah
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PSYCHOLOGICAL adaptation , *ANALYSIS of variance , *CHILD development , *COMPUTER software , *LIFE skills , *NURSING assessment , *PARENTS , *QUESTIONNAIRES , *SENSORY stimulation , *TOUCH , *QUALITATIVE research , *DATA analysis , *ACTIVITIES of daily living , *CHILDREN with disabilities , *QUANTITATIVE research , *SENSORY disorders , *DOWN syndrome , *THEMATIC analysis , *MULTITRAIT multimethod techniques , *REHABILITATION of children with disabilities , *CROSS-sectional method , *CHILDREN , *SOCIETIES ,RESEARCH evaluation - Abstract
Investigators have identified delays and differences in cognitive, language, motor, and sensory development in children with Down syndrome (DS). The purpose of this study was to determine the parent-reported frequency of sensory processing issues in children with DS aged 3-10 years, and the parent-reported functional impact of those sensory issues. Parents completed the short sensory profile (SSP) and a parent questionnaire (PQ). SSP results revealed a total score definite difference rate of 49%. Highest rates of probable and definite difference were in the low energy/weak, underresponsive/seeks sensation, and auditory filtering subsections of the SSP. Themes were generated from responses on the PQ regarding the functional impact of sensory differences on occupational performance in their children with DS, and related strategies currently used by parents. Findings from the study provide information to parents and health care professionals regarding sensory processing patterns in children with DS, and provide foundational data for future research. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2010
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8. American Society for Radiation Oncology (ASTRO) Survey of Radiation Biology Educators in U.S. and Canadian Radiation Oncology Residency Programs
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Rosenstein, Barry S., Held, Kathryn D., Rockwell, Sara, Williams, Jacqueline P., and Zeman, Elaine M.
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RADIOBIOLOGY , *ONCOLOGY , *SURVEYS , *RESIDENTS (Medicine) , *QUESTIONNAIRES , *EDUCATIONAL programs , *SOCIETIES , *EDUCATION - Abstract
Purpose: To obtain, in a survey-based study, detailed information on the faculty currently responsible for teaching radiation biology courses to radiation oncology residents in the United States and Canada. Methods and Materials: In March–December 2007 a survey questionnaire was sent to faculty having primary responsibility for teaching radiation biology to residents in 93 radiation oncology residency programs in the United States and Canada. Results: The responses to this survey document the aging of the faculty who have primary responsibility for teaching radiation biology to radiation oncology residents. The survey found a dramatic decline with time in the percentage of educators whose graduate training was in radiation biology. A significant number of the educators responsible for teaching radiation biology were not fully acquainted with the radiation sciences, either through training or practical application. In addition, many were unfamiliar with some of the organizations setting policies and requirements for resident education. Freely available tools, such as the American Society for Radiation Oncology (ASTRO) Radiation and Cancer Biology Practice Examination and Study Guides, were widely used by residents and educators. Consolidation of resident courses or use of a national radiation biology review course was viewed as unlikely by most programs. Conclusions: A high priority should be given to the development of comprehensive teaching tools to assist those individuals who have responsibility for teaching radiation biology courses but who do not have an extensive background in critical areas of radiobiology related to radiation oncology. These findings also suggest a need for new graduate programs in radiobiology. [Copyright &y& Elsevier]
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