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A Realist Review Protocol into the Contexts and Mechanisms That Enable the Inclusion of Environmental Sustainability Outcomes in the Design of Lean Healthcare Improvement Interventions
Get PDFFrom Crossref journal articles via Jisc Publications RouterHistory: epub 2024-07-02, issued 2024-07-02Article version: VoRPublication status: PublishedSeán Paul Teeling - ORCID 0000-0002-4102-7280
https://orcid.org/0000-0002-4102-7280Healthcare makes a significant contribution to the social, economic and environmental benefits of communities. It is correspondingly a significant employer and consumer of both energy and consumables, often at high costs. Lean, a quality improvement methodology focuses on the elimination of non-value add (NVA) activities (steps that do not add value from the perspective of the customer) to improve the flow of people, information or goods. Increasingly, Lean thinking is evolving from its initial focus on eliminating NVA to a more holistic approach that encompasses sustainability. However, little work has been undertaken intentionally, including environmental sustainability outcomes in Lean healthcare interventions. Realist review methodology facilitates an understanding of the extent to which an intervention works, for whom, in what context, why and how, and has proven useful in research relating to Lean interventions in healthcare settings. This protocol provides details for a realist review that will enable an understanding of the specific contexts in which certain mechanisms are activated that enable the inclusion of environmental sustainability outcomes in the design of Lean healthcare improvement interventions.pubpu
Research on the move: Walking as a research methodology and the importance of expeditioning
No full textItem is not available in this repository.This chapter examines the rationale and evidence base for expeditions overseas, through the lens of walking as a research method. Expeditions are both a physical endeavour and one where participants also travel in their minds as they plan, look forward to, and carry out the expedition. Through expeditioning, there is an educational value of challenging experiences beyond formal schooling that leads to an experience that is multi-dimensional. By analysing the rationale for student expeditions, it will be argued that by utilising a lived experience methodology, the benefits of doing so link directly to what it means to have a flourishing life. This chapter will seek to highlight that though outcomes from expeditions are highly individual, previous research has found that there is an increase in the development of social skills and by using walking as a research method, we are better able to understand the numerous ways in which this informal learning pathway may develop during such an educational experience, how it can benefit their university course, and ultimately, support them in their future career.https://www.routledge.com/Outdoor-Learning-in-Higher-Education-Educating-Beyond-the-Seminar-Room/Garnham-Oprandi/p/book/9781032567372pubpu
Novel palm shortening substitute using a combination of rapeseed oil, linseed meal and beta-glucan
Get PDFCorrigendum to “Novel palm shortening substitute using a combination of rapeseed oil, linseed meal and beta-glucan” [Food Chemistry, 457 (2024), 140134](S0308814624017849)(10.1016/j.foodchem.2024.140134) available at: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.foodchem.2024.140273.
The authors regret to inform that they omitted to include in the manuscript that Julien Lonchamp and Catriona Liddle are co-inventors on the patent PCT/GB2023/051783 (Palm-based shortening substitute). The authors would like to apologise for any inconvenience caused. © 2024 The Author(s)This study investigated the potential of a novel sustainable ingredient composed of rapeseed oil, linseed meal and beta-glucan (PALM-ALT) to mimic palm shortening functionality in cake. The combined functional properties of linseed meal and beta-glucan led to stable semi-solid emulsion-gels (20–31 μm oil droplet size, 105–115 Pa.s viscosity and 60–65 Pa yield stress). PALM-ALT contained 25 and 88% less total and saturated fat than palm shortening, whilst PALM-ALT cakes contained 26 and 75% less total and saturated fat than the palm-based control. PALM-ALT cakes matched the flavour profile of the palm-based control, while rapeseed oil cakes tasted more sour and less sweet than the control (p < 0.05). PALM-ALT cakes proved less hard and more cohesive than the control (p < 0.05), with 100% of the consumer panel preferring PALM-ALT formulations. This study demonstrated the unique potential of PALM-ALT as healthier, sustainable and competitive alternative to palm shortening.https://doi.org/10.1016/j.foodchem.2024.140134457pubpu
Eyewitness Decision Processes: A Valid Reflector Variable
Get PDFVoR added to record 2025-07-24.Identification accuracy can be predicted from eyewitnesses' self-reported decision processes but the evidence of their ability to improve prediction when confidence and response time are included is mixed and minimal. Typically, decision processes are measured via one or five self-report questions; we explored whether a more nuanced questionnaire could improve prediction. Participants viewed a mock-crime video, made a target-present or -absent lineup decision, and completed 17 decision process items. An exploratory factor analysis on choosers' (n = 391) responses revealed three correlated factors, broadly reflecting automatic response, relative judgment, and absolute judgment. The three-factor solution had good internal reliability (McDonald's ωs = 0.93, 0.89, and 0.74, respectively). Scores produced from the questions loading on the automatic response and relative judgment factors improved predictions of accuracy compared to using confidence and response time alone. Self-reported decision processes may be an easy-to-administer and useful reflector of identification accuracy.pubpu
EXPLORING THE PHYSICAL AND MENTAL HEALTH CONCERNS OF PAID CAREGIVERS IN SCOTLAND
No full textAim: The current research aims to identify the physical and mental health concerns of paid caregivers in Edinburgh, Scotland. In addition, the research would also try to understand the influence of the health concerns of the caregivers on the quality of care.
Literature review: The paid caregivers are responsible for providing the necessary care and helping the care recipients in their daily activities. Sometimes due to increasing responsibilities the caregivers often face mental and physical health issues. The mental health issues are related to increasing stress and depression. The physical health concern is observed by lack of sleep or other clinical diseases. The mental health concern of the caregivers impacts the quality of the care as well as the life of the caregivers.
Methodology: The methodology for the research has followed a qualitative approach. the data was collected through the primary data collection. The research has included nine participants who are paid caregivers. The nine paid caregivers were selected from one of the nursing homes in Edinburgh. The interviews were conducted in participants' comfort places such as gardens, and café. The thematic analysis has been performed.
Findings: It has been found that the paid caregiver's mental health concerns affect the quality of care they are providing, the impact of the health care burden, and the paid caregivers often take short breaks from their responsibilities. Also, as a physical concern, they face sleep deprivation. In addition, they prefer to have organizational management support that would help them reduce the impact of their health concerns
COPING MECHANISMS AND THE IMPACT OF MENTAL HEALTH CHALLENGES ON INTERNATIONAL POST-GRADUATE STUDENTS IN THE UK: A CASE STUDY OF QUEEN MARGARET UNIVERSITY MUSSELBURGH, SCOTLAND
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We know that mental health poses a great challenge globally because it has been widely proven in literature that there is a burden of mental health issues, including depression among international postgraduate students due to several factors (Evans et al., 2018). The stressors of this burden range from socio-economic factors to others such as academic and personal well- being (Hosseinpur et al., 2023).
Aims
Based on this evidence, this research engaged international postgraduate students (IPS) in Queen Margaret University (QMU) Musselburgh, Scotland United Kingdom (UK) to: i. Identify the ways through which mental health (MHC) including depression influences their academic performance; ii. Its impact on their well-being and social interactions and iii. To explore the various coping mechanisms that they deploy to handle these challenges (for this study, the acronyms IPS, MHC, QMU and UK will be frequently used).
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Methods
A qualitative driven methodological approach through purposive sampling, using descriptive online survey with sixty-two respondents and four participants in a semi-structured interview was employed to conduct this study. Descriptive statistics of percentages were used to analyse the data on the JISC Online Survey platform.
Results
Most IPS experienced MHC after they began their postgraduate studies at QMU, and the most experienced MHC was stress. This arose out of the pressures of finding a balance between the academic workload, finding accommodation, financial security and the demands of adapting to and settling down in a new/ foreign environment far away from friends and family while balancing their well-being and social interactions. Self-help and family support was the most engaged coping mechanism by IPS and most of these postgraduate students also employ more than one coping mechanism to manage their MHC.
Conclusion
improving inclusive measures of ongoing guidance and support from the QMU authorities both within and outside the school vicinity for these set of students. An adjustment by the UK government in the policies guiding the regulations around IPS dependants and work permits should also be considered for easier and faster acclimatization. Further studies on IPS in the master's degree certificate category in smaller universities should be researched to help give a better understanding of how these set of students cope with MHC in their own contexts
EXPLORING THE SOCIAL SUPPORT FOR PERSONS WITH DISABILITY IN NIGERIA: A NARRATIVE REVIEW OF CHALLENGES AND OPPORTUNITIES FOR ACTION
No full textBackground: Nigeria has a high prevalence of disability, with one in every ten households affected. The social model of disability suggests that societal exclusion, rather than impairments themselves, poses significant problems for PWDs. Cultural and traditional attitudes in Nigeria are largely negative towards PWDs, contributing to high barriers to their inclusion.
Aims/objectives: This study aims to identify the social support or protection available for persons with disability in Nigeria, challenges and recommendations listed across relevant literature.
Methods: Narrative analysis was done after comprehensive data searches were conducted using Pubmed, EBSCOhost to access Medline, Cinahl Plus, APA PsycArticles and APA PsycInfo databases and Google Scholar database. Three Hundred Fifty-Nine data sources were screened, and Twenty sources of evidence included in this review.
Result: The findings of this review were broken down into two sections such as the governmental support for persons with disability and challenges identified and the non-governmental/community support and challenges identified and organised using the principles of the disability inclusion and accountability framework put forward by the World Bank. There is limited governmental support for PWDs: Nigeria passed a disability legislation but implementation is lagging. There is support from non-governmental sources, but this is challenged by lack of partnership with government. It is also problematic, because it reaffirms harmful stereotypes instead of being empowering.
Conclusion and Recommendations: This research presents an up-to-date review on PWDs and supports available in Nigeria. Recommendations include advocacy efforts by civil society and social workers to mount pressure on the government for proper implementation of the disability legislation and for more research directed towards PWDs
EXPLORING THE INTERPLAY OF MENTAL HEALTH DISORDERS AND SUICIDAL INTENTIONS AMONG YOUNG ADULTS (AGED 18–26) IN THE UNITED KINGDOM: A NARRATIVE REVIEW
No full textThe rising prevalence of mental health disorders and suicides among the youth population in the United Kingdom is a serious public health concern. This dissertation offers a thorough analysis of the intricate connection and relationship between mental health disorders and suicidal intentions among young adults (18–26 years old) in the United Kingdom. The study synthesises previous research to offer insights into the prevalence of mental health disorders, suicide rates, and their relationship through the use of a narrative literary technique. The findings show that young people in the United Kingdom have concerningly high rates of mental health disorders, such as anxiety, depression, and suicidal intentions. Furthermore, strong correlations have been shown between mental health conditions and the likelihood of suicide, with behavioural characteristics and socioeconomic variables playing critical and critical roles. The discussion emphasises how critical it is to take proactive steps to address mental health disorders and stop young adults in the United Kingdom from killing themselves. Recommendations include implementing comprehensive mental health education, increasing accessibility to support services, and fostering supportive environments in educational and occupational settings. Governments, healthcare providers, and communities working together across sectors and prioritising youths’ mental health greatly can protect young people's well-being in the United Kingdom. To promote mental health and deter suicide behaviour in this vulnerable population, focused interventions and policies are developed with the help of this research, which offers insightful information
‘The world is your oyster’: mothers’ perspectives on the value and purpose of an independent Forest School provision
Get PDFLinda Allin - ORCID: 0000-0002-8101-6631
https://orcid.org/0000-0002-8101-6631Time in nature, including in organised settings like Forest Schools, is associated with a range of benefits for child development. Parents are typically the facilitators or enablers of these nature-based experiences, particularly for those activities taking place outside of the traditional school environment. In this study, we sought to ascertain the perspectives of one group of parents, all mothers, who chose to send their children to an independent Forest School provision in England. Using semi-structured interviews, analysed using reflexive thematic analysis, we developed findings to reflect why these mothers chose to engage their children with Forest School, the value they believe is associated with their child’s participation in this programme, and the ways that this influenced their parenting approach and family more broadly. Participants were motivated to seek out Forest School for their children based on their own experiences in childhood and their current interests in nature. For many of the mothers, such as several who home educate their children, Forest School embodied values they believed were important for both education and shaping child development. Finally, participants shared that Forest School provided their children, especially those with additional support needs, novel autonomy and compassion they did not find in other children’s groups. Independent Forest School provisions could be an important way of enabling parents to support their children’s development in a manner that aligns with their own values.https://doi.org/10.1080/14733285.2024.232138722pubpub
Supplemental material: Using the Theory of Affordances to Understand Environment–Play Transactions: Environmental Taxonomy of Outdoor Play Space Features—A Scoping Review
No full textSupplemental material: Morgenthaler, T., Lynch, H., Loebach, J., Pentland, D. and Schulze, C. (2024) ‘Using the theory of affordances to understand environment–play transactions: environmental taxonomy of outdoor play space features—a scoping review’, The American Journal of Occupational Therapy, 78(4), p. 7804185120. Available at: https://doi.org/10.5014/ajot.2024.050606 / https://eresearch.qmu.ac.uk/handle/20.500.12289/13773
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