13 research outputs found
Mental Health Symptoms and Care Needs of Care Home Residents with Parkinson’s Disease: A Scoping Review
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Energy Exchange: The Urgency to Move from Self-Care to Community-Care in Student Affairs
No full textSelf-care is a trending topic and buzzword in the field of student affairs, which forces professionals to be responsible for their own healing and assumes that they have the time and resources to heal. Divisions and departments encourage their employees to practice self-care with the expectation that their employees will return and continue their work. The author will explore the reasons that student affairs professionals seek care and provide a lens that can be used to transform spaces in higher education so that they become places of healing
Neuropsychiatric needs of people with Parkinson's disease in nursing homes: a systematic review
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Mental health and well-being of residents with Parkinson’s disease in care homes: a scoping review
No full textIntroduction: As the prevalence of Parkinson’s disease (PD) increases, care homes face growing challenges in managing residents’ complex mental health needs. Residents may experience low mood, anxiety, and hallucinations. Methods: A scoping review (ScR) was conducted following the methodological framework of Arksey and O’Malley and reported according to the PRISMA-ScR checklist. Four databases (CINAHL, Embase, PsycINFO, and Scopus) and grey literature sources were searched up to June 2025, alongside grey literature (European Public Health Association (EUPHA), the UK Department of Health and Social Care, the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE), and the World Health Organisation (WHO), with the aim of mapping the existing evidence on the mental health and well-being of people living with Parkinson’s disease in care homes, in order to identify gaps in the literature. Screening and data extraction were conducted independently by two reviewers using Covidence software, with discrepancies resolved through discussion. Results: Eleven studies met the inclusion criteria, encompassing quantitative, qualitative, and mixed-methods designs. The findings indicate that mental health disorders are common and severe among care home residents with PD; 61% of individuals experienced at least one, contributing to reduced quality of life, increased care dependency, emotional distress, and social isolation. Caregivers report significant burden associated with managing symptoms associated with mental health disorders and residents frequently experience a decline in psychosocial well-being. Conclusions: Although few studies evaluated interventions, the findings highlight the need for both pharmacological and non-pharmacological approaches. Specialised staff training and adherence to international care guidelines are needed to improve recognition and management of mental health needs in residents living with PD.<br/
Neuropsychiatric needs of people with Parkinson's disease in nursing homes: a systematic review
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Digital approaches to pain assessment across older adults: a scoping review
No full textBackground: Effectively managing pain in adults remains challenging, particularly in individuals with cognitive impairment or communication difficulties. Digital technologies, including artificial intelligence (AI)-enabled facial recognition and mobile applications, are emerging as innovative tools to improve the objectivity and consistency of pain evaluation. This scoping review aimed to map the current evidence on digital pain-assessment tools used with adult and older populations, focusing on validity, reliability, usability, and contributions to person-centred care. Methods: The review followed the Joanna Briggs Institute methodology and Arksey and O’Malley framework and was reported in accordance with PRISMA-ScR guidelines. Systematic searches were conducted in PubMed, CINAHL Complete, Medline (ALL), and PsycINFO for English-language studies published from 2010 onwards. Eligible studies included adults (≥18 years) using digital tools for pain assessment. Data extraction and synthesis were performed using Covidence, and findings were analyzed thematically.Results: Of 1160 records screened, ten studies met inclusion criteria. Most research was quantitative and conducted in high-income clinical settings. Five tools were identified: ePAT/PainChek®, Painimation, PainCAS, Pain Clinical Assessment System, and Active Appearance Model. Four key themes emerged: (1) Validity and Reliability of Digital Pain Assessment Tools; (2) Comprehensive Pain Evaluation Across Contexts (Rest vs. Movement); (3) Usability and Integration into Clinical Practice; (4) Enabling Person-Centred Pain Management and Future Directions. Conclusions: Emerging evidence suggests that facial-recognition-based digital pain-assessment tools may demonstrate acceptable psychometric performance and usability within dementia care settings in high-income countries. However, evidence relating to broader adult populations, diverse care contexts, and low-resource settings remains limited, highlighting important gaps for future research
Palliative Care Awareness Serious Game
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A scoping review of educational and training interventions on Parkinson's disease for staff in care home settings
No full textBackground/Objectives: Parkinson’s disease (PD) is a complex neurodegenerative disorder that presents significant challenges for care home residents and staff. This scoping review aimed to synthesize evidence on PD education and training available to care home staff, examine existing programs and their effectiveness, and identify gaps in current educational approaches. Methods: A scoping review (ScR) was conducted and guided by the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-analysis extension for ScR (PRISMA-ScR) checklist. A comprehensive search of six electronic databases was conducted in September 2024. Studies focusing on PD education and training for care home staff were included. Data extraction and quality appraisal were performed, followed by thematic analysis to identify key patterns and themes. Results: Seven studies met the inclusion criteria. The thematic analysis revealed four main themes: improvements in PD knowledge and confidence, improvements in care practices and outcomes, the need for increased specialist education, and the incorporation of communication training. Educational interventions led to significant improvements in staff knowledge, confidence, and care practices. However, these studies also highlighted a critical need for more specialized PD training among care home staff. Conclusions: This review provides evidence of promise regarding the potential impact of PD-specific education on care home staff knowledge and practices. Future research should focus on developing and evaluating comprehensive, tailored educational programs to enhance the quality of care for people with PD in care home settings.<br/
