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Registered nurses’ experiences of barriers in providing care for older patients with low mood in Swedish municipal settings: A qualitative study

open access: yesNordic Journal of Nursing Research, 2023
Low mood and depression are common mental states among older people, and are difficult to diagnose and treat, causing suffering and declining functions. The aim of the study was to describe registered nurses’ experiences of barriers in providing care for
Nina Vikström   +3 more
doaj   +1 more source

Issues of alcohol misuse among older people : attitudes and experiences of social work practitioners [PDF]

open access: yes, 2008
This small-scale qualitative research focused on the experiences of social workers vis--vis older people who misuse alcohol. Based in an Older People's Team in the west of Scotland, the study explored service provision for alcohol misuse and examined ...
Black D.   +8 more
core   +1 more source

The Application of the Concept of Resilience in Aging Research and Older Adult Care: A Focus Group Study

open access: yesFrontiers in Medicine, 2020
Introduction: Research incorporating resilience, a concept featuring a positive outcome despite some type of stressor, has the potential to identify possibilities for promotion of the well-being of older people.
Milou J. Angevaare   +8 more
doaj   +1 more source

Gaining insight into the views of outpatients with Huntington’s disease regarding their future and the way they deal with their poor prognosis: a qualitative study

open access: yesBMC Palliative Care, 2021
Background Huntington’s disease (HD) has a poor prognosis. Decision-making capacity and communication ability may become lost as the disease progresses. Therefore, HD patients are encouraged to engage in advance care planning (ACP). To improve ACP for HD
Marina R. Ekkel   +5 more
doaj   +1 more source

Managing \u27shades of grey\u27: a focus group study exploring community-dwellers’ views on advance care planning in older people [PDF]

open access: yes, 2017
Background: Community-dwelling consumers of healthcare are increasing, many aging with life-limiting conditions and deteriorating cognition. However, few have had advance care planning discussions or completed documentation to ensure future care ...
Michael, N, O\u27Callaghan, C, Sayers, E
core   +3 more sources

Interaction between clients and physiotherapists in group exercise classes in geriatric rehabilitation [PDF]

open access: yes, 2008
The aim of this paper is to explore how older people construct their interaction in group exercise classes in geriatric rehabilitation and what is their contribution to the interaction.
Drew P   +12 more
core   +2 more sources

Ending Neglect of older people in the response to Humanitarian Emergencies [PDF]

open access: yes, 2012
Older people make up a significant and growing number of those affected by humanitarian crises, yet they are often not sought out or prioritised within the humanitarian response.
EY Chan   +9 more
core   +3 more sources

Exercise snacking to improve physical function in pre-frail older adult memory clinic patients: a 28-day pilot study

open access: yesBMC Geriatrics, 2023
Background Finding innovative yet feasible ways of preventing physical and cognitive decline in those at risk is a critical global challenge, with exercise being championed as a key precursor to robust health in later life.
Max J. Western   +4 more
doaj   +1 more source

Intersectoral interagency partnerships to promote financial capability in older people [PDF]

open access: yes, 2012
From the second quarter of 2008, the UK economy entered a period of economic decline. Older people are particularly vulnerable during these times. To promote ways in which older people can be better supported to maintain their financial well-being, this ...
Atkinson A.   +10 more
core   +1 more source

The assessment of pain in older people [PDF]

open access: yes, 2007
Pain is under-recognised and under-treated in older people. It is a subjective, personal experience, only known to the person who suffers. The assessment of pain is particularly challenging in the presence of severe cognitive impairment, communication ...
Closs, S.J.   +4 more
core   +1 more source

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