This study assessed the degree to which Holocaust survivors have dealt successfully with the eight psychosocial crises thought by Erikson (1959) to mark important stages in life-span development. In Study 1, 50 autobiographical interviews of survivors videotaped 30-50 years after the war were subjected to thematic content analysis. Relevant passages ...

Nowadays, there is a common practice in biomedical research to perform multiple time series recordings. In the first part of this paper, basic information about analysis of such multichannel biomedical data is given. A short overview of important differences between single-channel, two-channel and multichannel data sets is presented and various ...

We report our experience in the organization of diabetic children summer-camps since 1973. Guidelines for organization have been recently reported by the SIEDP (Società Italiana di Endocrinologia e Diabetologia Pediatrica). Our attention is focused on diabetes management at camp, organization and planning, medical staff composition and staff training, treatment of ...

We investigated the interplay between characteristics of early childhood circumstances and current socioeconomic conditions and health, focusing specifically on diabetes in mid and late life in Mexico. The analysis used data from the 2001 Mexican Health and Aging Study (MHAS), a large nationally representative study of Mexicans born before 1950. ...

BACKGROUND: Diabetes is reaching epidemic proportions on the U.S.-Mexico Border, and culturally competent diabetes education is not available in many communities. CONTEXT: People with diabetes often do not have access to regular medical care, cannot afford medication, and lack the community infrastructure that supports self-management practices. Self-management education and support ...

OBJECTIVE: To examine differences in food habits among Native Americans with and without diabetes. DESIGN: A cross-sectional epidemiological study in which participants underwent a physical examination and answered an extensive interviewer-administered questionnaire to assess differences in food servings, preparation and eating habits. SETTING/PARTICIPANTS: Participants aged >/=25 years were randomly selected ...

More than 10% of the adult population in Pakistan suffers from diabetes. The National Action Plan for Non-communicable Disease Prevention, Control and Health Promotion in Pakistan (NAP-NCD) incorporates prevention and control of diabetes as part of a comprehensive and integrated national non-communicable disease (NCD) prevention effort. Building on existing data, ...

AIMS: To assess the effect of regular diabetic health education on cardiovascular risk factors in Chinese Type 2 diabetic patients. METHODS: This was a 1-year prospective randomized study. One hundred and eighty Type 2 diabetic subjects were recruited from three regional diabetic centres in Hong Kong. Ninety received additional structured ...

PURPOSE: Genetic education Internet sites and peer-reviewed medical literature were reviewed and critiqued to develop tables summarizing online resources for diabetes health professionals. METHODS: Using Internet search engines, each Web site identified for this project met the following criteria: (1) accurate and valid site content based on widely accepted genetic ...

Diet and lifestyle advice for individuals with diabetes has changed dramatically. The changes in nutritional recommendations have largely been in response to advances in the knowledge of the biochemical and physiological mechanisms of impaired glucose metabolism and the micro- and macrovascular complications of diabetes. The most recent guidelines for the ...

PURPOSE: This Web-based review was undertaken to compile online resources for diabetes educators on genetics--specifically, the genetics of type 1 diabetes--and to provide helpful and accurate information for the public. METHODS: Keyword searches were performed to identify Web sites for genetics education for the lay public and for sites specifically ...

PURPOSE: The purpose of this study was to determine the extent to which diabetes education encounters include evidence-based content aimed at reducing the risk of cardiovascular disease. METHODS: During a 2-week period in November 2001, 3 certified diabetes educators (CDEs) listed the statements they made while teaching patients. These statements/comments ...

This research sought to determine if a one-hour education session about self-awareness had any short-or long-term impact on young participants with Type 1 diabetes. The study was conducted within Hernandez' (1991) theory of integration. Twenty-nine adolescents and young adults participated in the intervention, which was operationalized through the collaborative alliance ...

PURPOSE: To determine if a screening program for type 2 diabetes in a seventh-grade population is warranted as well as to increase health care providers' awareness of the need for this screening. DATA SOURCES: We sent a diabetes questionnaire to each participant's parent or guardian. The questionnaire assessed for any ...

TOPIC: Peer coaching for diabetes support. purpose. To see if peer coaching assists a person with diabetes make the correct diet and activity choices. SOURCES OF INFORMATION: Journal articles, Internet. CONCLUSIONS: Peer support is helpful for people who are struggling to cope with diabetes. If peer support is offered, a ...

BACKGROUND: Continuous subcutaneous insulin infusion using an insulin pump (IP) more closely mimics the normal pancreas than multiple insulin injections. It is an effective, and often a preferred, means of maintaining normal blood glucose levels, but IPs were not designed to be fully accessible to blind or visually impaired people. ...

Eighteen years ago in Angewandte Chemie John K. Stille reviewed a novel methodology, which eventually became known by his name, for the coupling of organostannanes with organic electrophiles. Since then that seed has blossomed into a multifaceted methodology full of hidden possibilities to explore, discover, and enjoy. Very recent modifications ...

We tested for an association between adults' attachment style and their regulation of interpersonal physical distance. In Study 1, the stop-distance paradigm was used to derive measures reflecting tolerance of and reactiveness to spatial-intrusion. As predicted, university students who were classified as avoidantly attached (by a 3-category attachment style measure) ...

PURPOSE: The purpose of this study was to determine the occurrence of child caregivers among adults with diabetes and the type of assistance they provide. METHODS: In this exploratory descriptive study, 51 diverse adults with diabetes from 9 clinics in 3 states completed a survey in English or Spanish about ...

BACKGROUND: Patient education is integral part of any diabetes therapy in Germany, but elderly patients are not able to follow the variety of topics comprising standard treatment and teaching programmes (TTP), primarily due to impaired neuropsychological function. This leads to deficits in diabetes knowledge and hindered ability for diabetes self-management. ...

The purpose of this study was to investigate the reliability and validity of the Turkish version of the Bath Ankylosing Spondylitis (AS) Functional Index (BASFI). The Turkish version of the BASFI was obtained after a process of translation and back-translation. Eighty-one consecutive patients meeting the 1984 New York criteria for ...

The work situation and fatigue-related complaints of employees with diabetes (N = 141) were compared with "healthy" employees (N = 8946) and employees with other chronic diseases (N = 1883). Baseline data from a Dutch Cohort Study on Fatigue at Work were used to test differences in background variables, work ...

PURPOSE: The pathophysiology, diagnosis, complications, and management of gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) are discussed, along with considerations in setting up a pharmacist-run GDM education service. SUMMARY: GDM occurs when there is insufficient insulin secretion to counteract pregnancy-related decreases in insulin sensitivity. GDM can be diagnosed by using the same criteria ...

OBJECTIVE: To report on the results of the consensus process integrating evidence from preliminary studies to develop the first version of a Comprehensive ICF Core Set and a Brief ICF Core Set for diabetes mellitus. METHODS: A formal decision-making and consensus process integrating evidence gathered from preliminary studies was followed. ...

Diabetes prevalence is growing at epidemic proportions, and the greatest increase in number of cases is anticipated to be among older adults. The Diabetes Prevention Program (DPP) showed that diabetes can be prevented or delayed among people with pre-diabetes (impaired glucose tolerance, impaired fasting glucose, or both). The National Diabetes ...

INTRODUCTION: The aim of this study was to derive a profile of drowning victims in Singapore in the 10-year period 1992-2001 and determine if there are any patterns, trends or factors which may affect the risk profile of victims. Another objective was to recommend measures for reducing deaths from drowning ...

In a 2-year follow-up study of diabetes patients (N=309) who received 2 weeks of inpatient diabetes education, the authors investigate the relationship of several demographic, clinical, and psychosocial factors with relapse, defined as the worsening of glycemic control. The patients with no improvement in glycemic control after diabetes education were ...

INTRODUCTION: A Singapore study reported that 99% of diabetics had received some diabetes mellitus (DM) education. Another study reported that the Singapore public is generally well-informed about DM but whether diabetics are well-informed is not known. The objectives of this study were to determine DM knowledge of diabetics visiting the ...

Diabetes mellitus is a lifelong condition. It represents a major cause of morbidity and mortality, often brought about by diabetic microvascular (retinopathy, nephropathy and neuropathy) and macrovascular (peripheral vascular disease, cardiovascular disease and stroke) complications. Although incurable, it is nevertheless possible for the person with diabetes to lead a normal ...

Eight studies included in a recent systematic review of the efficacy of diabetes self-management education were qualitatively reexamined to determine the presence of theoretical frameworks, methods used to ensure cultural appropriateness, and the quality of the instrument. Theoretical frameworks that help to explain complex pathways that produce health outcomes were ...

Few studies have demonstrated an effect of educational interventions on glycaemic control in persons with Type 2 diabetes longer than 3-6 months after baseline. We aimed to investigate the effectiveness of an experience-based group educational programme 24 months after baseline and to pinpoint mediators that might play a role in ...

Hispanics are twice as likely as non-Hispanic Whites to have diabetes and are also at higher risk for diabetes-related complications and poorer outcomes. The prevalence of diabetes is inversely related to educational status. Low literacy is common, especially among older Hispanics. Little literature exists on formative research to create diabetes ...

The feasibility of a 9-month educational diabetes programme (tailored to Turkish patients, provided by Turkish bicultural female educators) was assessed in terms of dropout rate, patient and GP satisfaction, and GP's perceived workload. Of the 54 Turkish patients (39% males) that signed informed consent, 45 actually started the education. Dropout ...

AIMS: Education is an essential part of the management of patients with Type 2 diabetes, but the long-term effects are unclear and not well investigated in primary care. METHODS: Fifty-four patients (39-75 years) treated with maximal dosages of oral hypoglycaemic agents, needing to start insulin (HbA(1c)> or = 7.0%), were ...

Physical activity and exercise are critical components of diabetes management. Everyone can benefit from regular exercise, but it is even more important for a student with diabetes. In addition to maintaining cardiovascular fitness and controlling weight, physical activity can help to lower blood glucose levels and increase insulin sensitivity. With ...

OBJECTIVE: This study assesses the validity of dietary data from African-American women with type 2 diabetes by comparing reported energy intake (EI) with total energy expenditure (TEE) estimated by an accelerometer and basal metabolic rate (BMR). RESEARCH DESIGN AND METHODS: EI of 200 African-American women was assessed by three telephone-administered ...

Diabetes mellitus, especially if poorly controlled, is a major contributory cause for blindness, heart attacks, amputations, strokes, kidney failure and impotence. The prevalence of diabetes is increasing globally. Fortunately there is compelling evidence from clinical trials that lifestyle modifications and education can minimise the risk of diabetes, and new treatments ...

PURPOSE: The purpose of this study was to determine if registered dietitian (RD) and registered nurse (RN) certified diabetes educators (CDEs) provide similar recommendations regarding carbohydrates and dietary supplements to individuals with diabetes. METHODS: A survey was mailed to CDEs in the southern United States. Participants were asked to indicate ...

PURPOSE: This study was designed to measure the prevalence of complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) use among Korean diabetes mellitus (DM) patients. METHODS: A 23-question survey on DM was used and included questions on demographic information (7), clinical information (7) and the utilisation of CAM (9). RESULTS: Of 223 respondents, ...

AIMS: To assess the efficacy (change in HbA1c) of a patient-held communication, self-empowerment and educational device for people with diabetes (the New Zealand Diabetes Passport) in patients with poor glycaemic control. RESEARCH DESIGN AND METHODS: A 12-month, multicentre, general practice-based randomized controlled trial in urban, provincial and rural New Zealand ...

PURPOSE: The purpose of this study was to identify predictors of disease-specific knowledge and patient satisfaction among adult Costa Ricans with type 2 diabetes. Knowledge differences between Costa Ricans and Spanish-speaking US Latinos also were tested. The psychometric viability of a Spanish-language diabetes knowledge and client satisfaction measure with Costa ...

PURPOSE: The purpose of this article is to describe the self-management support that can be provided by diabetes educators for type 2 diabetes patients who are transitioning from therapy with oral hypoglycemic agents to insulin. METHODS: The role of the diabetes educator in patient education and self-management support during all ...

This article reports on the development and pilot feasibility testing of a culturally competent intervention of education and care for black women with type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM). Using a one group, pretest posttest quasi-experimental design, the intervention was tested with a convenience sample of 25 community black women with ...

To assess inappropriate use as a cause of sildenafil (Viagra ) failure and the feasibility of successfully rechallenging nonresponding patients, a total of 60 consecutive erectile dysfunction (ED) patients who first presented to our hospital and claimed poor response to sildenafil were enrolled into the study. The International Index of ...

AIMS: To compare the impact on weight and exercise of a 2-year church-based diabetes risk reduction programme in four churches in South Auckland, New Zealand. METHODS: A prospective non-randomized controlled study of a modular lifestyle and diabetes awareness intervention programme applying community development principles. The study involved four complete church ...

About 100 million Americans visit science centers each year to participate in experiential science and technology activities. There is great potential for diabetes awareness and education via the several hundreds of science centers in the United States. Most science centers tend to avoid medically related topics in part because of ...

Although considered a substanially preventable disease, Type 2 diabetes is reaching epidemic status within the Maori population. This study sought to investigate factors that positively and negatively influenced levels of physical activity for Maori within Otepoti/Dunedin, and to discuss ideas and potential initiatives that could increase levels of physical activity ...

Financial preparation for retirement is key to positive outcomes for future cohorts. Studies suggest that insufficient preparation is occurring among Baby Boomers. Data from community-dwelling adults (N = 1508, ages 40-70) show that most respondents (22-75%) had taken four specific preparation steps, and few reported negative attitudes toward planning. Five ...

During the last decade, a number of studies have been devoted to the sources and emissions of Persistent Organic Pollutants (POPs) at regional and global scales. While significant improvements in knowledge have been achieved for some pesticides, the quantitative understanding of the emission processes and emission patterns for "non-pesticide" POPs ...

Over 80% of weekday time is spent indoors and the air quality of this environment may affect the incidence of symptoms in allergy sufferers. However, indoor/outdoor measurements have been jointly considered only in a few studies. The objective of this paper is to analyse indoor/outdoor biological and non-biological particle content ...