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The Lancet. Public Health May 2024
Topics: Humans; Disabled Persons
PubMed: 38702089
DOI: 10.1016/S2468-2667(24)00078-1 -
Assistive Technology : the Official... Jan 2024
Topics: Humans; Disabled Persons; Self-Help Devices
PubMed: 38032507
DOI: 10.1080/10400435.2023.2286797 -
Disability and Health Journal Jul 2024
Topics: Humans; Disabled Persons; Rehabilitation; Periodicals as Topic; Health Policy; United States
PubMed: 38839557
DOI: 10.1016/j.dhjo.2024.101644 -
Developmental Medicine and Child... Apr 2024
Topics: Humans; Child; Child Development; Age of Onset; Risk Factors; Disabled Persons
PubMed: 38186084
DOI: 10.1111/dmcn.15839 -
International Journal of Environmental... Dec 2023The recent World Health Organization report on disability noted that people with disabilities (PWD) have many unmet health and rehabilitation needs, face numerous...
The recent World Health Organization report on disability noted that people with disabilities (PWD) have many unmet health and rehabilitation needs, face numerous barriers to accessing healthcare and specialized services, and have overall worse health than people without disability. In view of this urgency to better identify and address health inequities systematically, we convened an expert panel of 14 stakeholders to develop a strategic plan that addresses this issue. The panel identified two major obstacles to quality healthcare services for PWD: (1) lack of coordination between the various healthcare sectors and community well-being programs and (2) substantial challenges finding and accessing healthcare services that meet their specific needs. The expert stakeholder panel noted that well-being self-management programs (both online and in person) that are easily accessible to PWD are critically needed. PWD must transition from being cared for as patients to individuals who are able to self-manage and self-advocate for their own health and well-being plans and activities. The proposed strategic plan offers providers and local communities a framework to begin addressing accessible and appropriate healthcare-to-well-being services and programs for PWD in managing their health in partnership with their healthcare providers.
Topics: Humans; Translational Science, Biomedical; Disabled Persons; Health Care Sector; Health Facilities; Health Inequities
PubMed: 38248483
DOI: 10.3390/ijerph21010018 -
Journal of the American Medical... Jul 2024This study aimed to examine reciprocal and dynamic associations between Social Isolation (SI), loneliness, and disability among Chinese older adults.
OBJECTIVES
This study aimed to examine reciprocal and dynamic associations between Social Isolation (SI), loneliness, and disability among Chinese older adults.
DESIGN
This is a prospective cohort study.
SETTING AND PARTICIPANTS
The global trend of population aging has resulted in a significant rise in the prevalence of disabilities, SI, and loneliness among older adults. These factors can severely impact the health and well-being of older adults. Therefore, it is crucial to implement more efficient interventions aimed at reducing disabilities, addressing SI, and combating loneliness among older adults in order to improve their overall health and well-being.
METHODS
Using a large, nationally representative sample spanning 16 years, we employed the general cross-lagged panel model to explore the relationships among 50,348 older adults with a mean age of 81.83 at baseline. Disability was measured by a comprehensive index tool that incorporated multiple dimensions. SI was measured using an SI index, and loneliness was evaluated using a single-item measure.
RESULTS
SI emerged as a stronger predictor of disability than loneliness. Longitudinal analysis revealed accumulative disadvantages in the association between SI and disability. Additionally, disability was found to contribute to increased SI and loneliness. However, our study did not detect any variance in the strength of the cross-lagged effects between social isolation and disability.
CONCLUSIONS AND IMPLICATIONS
The findings suggest that reducing SI is crucial for reducing disability among older adults. Initiating early interventions to minimize initial SI could aid in preventing later-life disability. Additionally, addressing disabilities may positively impact the reduction of loneliness and SI within this population.
Topics: Humans; Loneliness; Social Isolation; Male; Female; Prospective Studies; Aged; Disabled Persons; Aged, 80 and over; China; East Asian People
PubMed: 38583487
DOI: 10.1016/j.jamda.2024.02.013 -
Ageing Research Reviews Sep 2023Given the increase in life expectancy, aging with a pre-existing spinal cord injury (SCI) is becoming more common. This condition is challenging as compromised health... (Review)
Review
Given the increase in life expectancy, aging with a pre-existing spinal cord injury (SCI) is becoming more common. This condition is challenging as compromised health status and functional independence can worsen. We aimed to provide an updated overview of the consequences of aging with SCI, highlighting the main challenges facing this population in a narrative review of the current literature we retrieved from the PubMed database from 2000 to 2022 on any aspect related to aging in persons with SCI. Here we address adverse circumstances that increase disability and hinder an active lifestyle, such as progressive physical deterioration, secondary health conditions, limitations in personal activity, changes in family and social support structures, aging of caregivers, and depletion of economic resources. Favorable changes are also observed, including psychosocial adjustments that improve quality of life. Additionally, various interventions are discussed to promote well-being, health, and social participation. Due to the relevance of this issue, people with SCI and all those who take care of them must have up-to-date information to carry out the necessary measures to promote healthy aging in a more inclusive social environment.
Topics: Humans; Quality of Life; Spinal Cord Injuries; Aging; Health Status; Disabled Persons
PubMed: 37487887
DOI: 10.1016/j.arr.2023.102020 -
Developmental Medicine and Child... Dec 2023
Topics: Humans; Child; Disabled Persons
PubMed: 37592404
DOI: 10.1111/dmcn.15738 -
Scandinavian Journal of Occupational... Oct 2023Critical perspectives which focus on socio-political influences on occupation have gained increased attention within the occupational therapy profession. Critical...
BACKGROUND
Critical perspectives which focus on socio-political influences on occupation have gained increased attention within the occupational therapy profession. Critical disability studies (CDS) question prevailing assumptions about disability and how disabling ideologies and practices are perpetuated in society. Universal Design (UD) is a design approach that aims to operationalise issues of inclusion and justice.
AIM
To identify and discuss how the tenets of CDS and UD can contribute to occupational therapy practice and research.
METHODS AND RESULTS
Drawing on the writings of leading scholars within CDS, UD and occupational therapy, we demonstrate the intertwined barriers faced by disabled children, youth, and adults who have participated in our studies and provide ideas on how practice can be guided by the tenets of CDS and UD to promote social equity.
CONCLUSIONS
Incorporating CDS and UD perspectives in occupational therapy practice and research requires a change in mindset and ways of working. Occupational therapy knowledge needs to be expanded to scrutinise disabling hindrances hidden within social and structural spaces, and implemented in services. We recommend working with disability communities to raise awareness and combat disabling barriers at various level of society, as mandated by policy.
Topics: Adult; Child; Humans; Adolescent; Occupational Therapy; Universal Design; Disabled Persons; Social Justice; Occupations; Disabled Children
PubMed: 37347800
DOI: 10.1080/11038128.2023.2225755 -
Disability and Health Journal Jan 2024
Topics: Humans; Disabled Persons; Disease Progression; Policy; United States
PubMed: 37993326
DOI: 10.1016/j.dhjo.2023.101555