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University of Georgia

1. Lopez, Carlos A. Race, ethnicity, and the quality of life in America, 1972-2006.

Degree: MA, Sociology, 2008, University of Georgia

URL: http://purl.galileo.usg.edu/uga_etd/lopez_carlos_a_200805_ma

► Using data from the 1972-2006 General Social Surveys, this study extends and elaborates research on ascription and the quality of life. I examine how subjective… (more)

Subjects/Keywords: Quality of life

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Lopez, C. A. (2008). Race, ethnicity, and the quality of life in America, 1972-2006. (Masters Thesis). University of Georgia. Retrieved from http://purl.galileo.usg.edu/uga_etd/lopez_carlos_a_200805_ma

Chicago Manual of Style (16^th Edition):

Lopez, Carlos A. “Race, ethnicity, and the quality of life in America, 1972-2006.” 2008. Masters Thesis, University of Georgia. Accessed February 27, 2020. http://purl.galileo.usg.edu/uga_etd/lopez_carlos_a_200805_ma.

MLA Handbook (7^th Edition):

Lopez, Carlos A. “Race, ethnicity, and the quality of life in America, 1972-2006.” 2008. Web. 27 Feb 2020.

Vancouver:

Lopez CA. Race, ethnicity, and the quality of life in America, 1972-2006. [Internet] [Masters thesis]. University of Georgia; 2008. [cited 2020 Feb 27]. Available from: http://purl.galileo.usg.edu/uga_etd/lopez_carlos_a_200805_ma.

Council of Science Editors:

Lopez CA. Race, ethnicity, and the quality of life in America, 1972-2006. [Masters Thesis]. University of Georgia; 2008. Available from: http://purl.galileo.usg.edu/uga_etd/lopez_carlos_a_200805_ma

University of Alberta

2. Zarekani,Mojgan. A Framework for Measuring Accessibility as a Metric of Quality of Life in Polycentric Cities.

Degree: MS, Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering, 2015, University of Alberta

URL: https://era.library.ualberta.ca/files/5425kd496

► The concept of quality of life has been an ongoing subject of discussion—both theoretical and empirical—in the field of urban development. There is strong subjective… (more)

Subjects/Keywords: Quality of Life

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Zarekani,Mojgan. (2015). A Framework for Measuring Accessibility as a Metric of Quality of Life in Polycentric Cities. (Masters Thesis). University of Alberta. Retrieved from https://era.library.ualberta.ca/files/5425kd496

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Chicago Manual of Style (16^th Edition):

Zarekani,Mojgan. “A Framework for Measuring Accessibility as a Metric of Quality of Life in Polycentric Cities.” 2015. Masters Thesis, University of Alberta. Accessed February 27, 2020. https://era.library.ualberta.ca/files/5425kd496.

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MLA Handbook (7^th Edition):

Zarekani,Mojgan. “A Framework for Measuring Accessibility as a Metric of Quality of Life in Polycentric Cities.” 2015. Web. 27 Feb 2020.

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Zarekani,Mojgan. A Framework for Measuring Accessibility as a Metric of Quality of Life in Polycentric Cities. [Internet] [Masters thesis]. University of Alberta; 2015. [cited 2020 Feb 27]. Available from: https://era.library.ualberta.ca/files/5425kd496.

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Zarekani,Mojgan. A Framework for Measuring Accessibility as a Metric of Quality of Life in Polycentric Cities. [Masters Thesis]. University of Alberta; 2015. Available from: https://era.library.ualberta.ca/files/5425kd496

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Univerzitet u Beogradu

3. Sukur, Željana, 1972- 21562471. Утицај типа и тежине језичког поремећаја на квалитет живота особа са афазијом.

Degree: Fakultet za specijalnu edukaciju i rehabilitaciju, 2019, Univerzitet u Beogradu

URL: https://fedorabg.bg.ac.rs/fedora/get/o:20523/bdef:Content/get

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Специјална едукација и рехабилитација - Поремећаји језика / Special education and rehabilitation - Language disorders

Будући да афазија оставља трајне последице на психосоцијалном плану, последњих… (more)

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Специјална едукација и рехабилитација - Поремећаји језика / Special education and rehabilitation - Language disorders

Будући да афазија оставља трајне последице на психосоцијалном плану, последњих година се доста пажње поклања квалитету живота погођених особа. Циљ овог истраживања је био утврђивање утицаја типа и тежине језичког поремећаја на квалитет живота особа са афазијом. Узорак је чинило 60 испитаника оба пола (32 особе мушког и 28 особа женског пола), старосне доби од 30 до 70 година. У оквиру овог истраживања тестирана је и контролна група коју је чинило 60 испитаника без неуролошког оштећења и језичког поремећаја. Групе су уједначене према полу, старости, образовном нивоу и брачном статусу. Дијагноза афазије је постављена Бостонским дијагностичким тестом за афазије БДАЕ, који је адаптиран за српско говорно подручје. На основу експресивних карактеристика спонтаног говора сачињене су две групе испитаника. Прву групу са афазијом чинило је 30 испитаника са нефлуентним облицима афазија, а другу 30 испитаника са флуентним облицима афазија. У групу са нефлуентним афазијама укључени су испитаници са Брокином (15) и испитаници са транскортикалном моторном афазијом (15), док су групу са флуентним афазијама чинили испитаници са Верникеовом афазијом (15) и испитаници са транскортикалном сензорном афазијом (15). У односу на тежину афазије, испитаници су подељени у две групе: 1.испитаници са лаком афазијом и 2.испитаници са тешком афазијом. У истраживању су коришћена три инструмента за процену квалитета живота: 1. Скала за мерење квалитета живота специфичног за афазију (Stroke and Aphasia Quality of Life Scale-39 – SAQOL-39; Hilari et al., 2003) 2. Скала за мерење квалитета комуникативног живота (Quality of Communication Life Scale – ASHA-QCL; Paul et al., 2004) 3. Инвентар/Упитник за мерење квалитета живота( the Quality of Life Inventory – QOLI; Frisch, 1994). Резултати процене Скалом квалитета живота специфичног за афазију су показали да пацијенти са афазијом имају знатно нарушен квалитет живота у поређењу са контролном групом. Квалитет живота је нарушен у групама испитаника са флуентним и нефлуентним афазијама. Лошији квалитет живота утврђен је код испитаника са тежим степеном афазије у поређењу са испитаницима са афазијом лакшег степена. Резултати Скале квалитета комуникативног живота су показали да испитаници са флуентним и нефлуентним афазијама имају лош квалитет комуникације у свакодневном животу. Већи степен оштећења комуникације утврђен је у групи испитаника са тешком него у групи испитаника са лаком афазијом. Резултати добијени применом Инвентара квалитета живота су показали да испитаници са афазијом имају знатно нарушено задовољство животом у поређењу са контролном групом испитаника. Снижен ниво задовољства утврђен је и код испитаника са флуентним и нефлуентним афазијама. Нижи ниво задовољства утврђен је код испитаника са тешком афазијом него код испитаника са лаким степеном афазије. Закључено је да особе са афазијом генерално испољавају снижен квалитет живота и да тежина афазије представља посебно значајан…

Advisors/Committee Members: Vuković, Mile, 1961- 10957415.

Subjects/Keywords: Aphasia; quality of life; quality of communication

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APA (6^th Edition):

Sukur, Željana, 1. 2. (2019). Утицај типа и тежине језичког поремећаја на квалитет живота особа са афазијом. (Thesis). Univerzitet u Beogradu. Retrieved from https://fedorabg.bg.ac.rs/fedora/get/o:20523/bdef:Content/get

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Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation

Chicago Manual of Style (16^th Edition):

Sukur, Željana, 1972- 21562471. “Утицај типа и тежине језичког поремећаја на квалитет живота особа са афазијом.” 2019. Thesis, Univerzitet u Beogradu. Accessed February 27, 2020. https://fedorabg.bg.ac.rs/fedora/get/o:20523/bdef:Content/get.

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MLA Handbook (7^th Edition):

Sukur, Željana, 1972- 21562471. “Утицај типа и тежине језичког поремећаја на квалитет живота особа са афазијом.” 2019. Web. 27 Feb 2020.

Vancouver:

Sukur, Željana 12. Утицај типа и тежине језичког поремећаја на квалитет живота особа са афазијом. [Internet] [Thesis]. Univerzitet u Beogradu; 2019. [cited 2020 Feb 27]. Available from: https://fedorabg.bg.ac.rs/fedora/get/o:20523/bdef:Content/get.

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Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation

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Sukur, Željana 12. Утицај типа и тежине језичког поремећаја на квалитет живота особа са афазијом. [Thesis]. Univerzitet u Beogradu; 2019. Available from: https://fedorabg.bg.ac.rs/fedora/get/o:20523/bdef:Content/get

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Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation

University of Otago

4. Paton, Claire. Quality of Life versus Length of Life: Are Cancer Patients' Preferences Stable Over Time? .

Degree: 2011, University of Otago

URL: http://hdl.handle.net/10523/1925

► Background: Balancing treatment-related gains and losses with respect to quality of life (QoL) and length of life (LoL) is common in cancer. Little is known… (more)

▼ Background: Balancing treatment-related gains and losses with respect to quality of life (QoL) and length of life (LoL) is common in cancer. Little is known about patient preferences for QoL versus LoL and preference stability in the setting of adjuvant therapy. An appropriate assessment tool could inform both patient and clinician. Objectives: Primary – to describe the distribution and stability of preferences for QoL versus LoL in early cancer, using scores obtained on the Quality Quantity Questionnaire (QQQ). Secondary –to determine concurrent scores on three other questionnaires to inform the interpretation of the QQQ and to test the validity of the QQQ. To examine the association between sociodemographic variables, type of cancer and preferences for QoL versus LoL. To trial the QQQ with non-metastatic cancer patients, and to discuss possible cultural influences in relation to studies from different countries. To further develop the Daily Time Trade Off (TTO) instrument, and to trial it with non-metastatic patients. Design: an observational, prospective, cohort study. Assessment following diagnosis and approximately 4 months later. Setting: Dunedin Hospital, New Zealand. Participants: Baseline - 44 adult patients (70% participation rate) receiving either adjuvant chemotherapy for breast (n=15) or bowel (n=14) cancer, or radiotherapy for prostate (n=15) cancer (mean age, 57 [SD, 12.1] years). 21 men, 23 women. Follow-up – 39 patients (breast n=13, bowel n=11, prostate n=15) (mean age, 56 [SD, 12.0] years). 20 men, 19 women. Measurements: The QQQ questionnaire, supplemented with the Functional Assessment of Cancer Therapy-General (FACT-G), Daily Time Trade-off (TTO), EuroQol (EQ-5D), and a socio-demographic checklist. Results: Primary – at baseline 75% of adjuvant patients did not report a clear preference for QoL versus LoL; 20% preferring LoL (n=9), 5% preferring QoL (n=2). There was a significant association between baseline and follow-up scores (r=0.84, n=39, p<0.001). There was no significant difference in QQQ scores from baseline (mean 15.9, SD 6.3) to follow-up (mean 16.8, SD 5.6), p=0.093. With an estimated increase of 0.95, clinically significant changes could not be ruled out. Exploratory subgroup analyses showed significant positive changes for women (baseline mean 16.4, SD 5.5; follow-up mean 17.9, SD 5.1; p=0.029), and for people with a degree (baseline mean 15.2, SD 6.3; follow-up mean 17.2, SD 6.9; p=0.010). Secondary –No significant associations between socio-demographic variables, type of cancer, and baseline QQQ score. No significant associations between the QQQ and the FACT-G, TTO or EQ-5D. Conclusions: Most adjuvant patients do not express a clear preference for QoL versus LoL. A small minority do, so assuming an individual’s preference is inappropriate. Results indicate good relative and absolute stability of preference using the QQQ, although there may be an increase in preference for QoL for women and people with a degree. Other socio-demographic variables, cancer… Advisors/Committee Members: Perez, David (advisor).

Subjects/Keywords: cancer; quality of life; length of life

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Paton, C. (2011). Quality of Life versus Length of Life: Are Cancer Patients' Preferences Stable Over Time? . (Masters Thesis). University of Otago. Retrieved from http://hdl.handle.net/10523/1925

Chicago Manual of Style (16^th Edition):

Paton, Claire. “Quality of Life versus Length of Life: Are Cancer Patients' Preferences Stable Over Time? .” 2011. Masters Thesis, University of Otago. Accessed February 27, 2020. http://hdl.handle.net/10523/1925.

MLA Handbook (7^th Edition):

Paton, Claire. “Quality of Life versus Length of Life: Are Cancer Patients' Preferences Stable Over Time? .” 2011. Web. 27 Feb 2020.

Vancouver:

Paton C. Quality of Life versus Length of Life: Are Cancer Patients' Preferences Stable Over Time? . [Internet] [Masters thesis]. University of Otago; 2011. [cited 2020 Feb 27]. Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/10523/1925.

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Paton C. Quality of Life versus Length of Life: Are Cancer Patients' Preferences Stable Over Time? . [Masters Thesis]. University of Otago; 2011. Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/10523/1925

University of Georgia

5. Devine, Katie Ann. Prospective study of health-related quality of life in adolescent transplant recipients.

Degree: PhD, Psychology, 2008, University of Georgia

URL: http://purl.galileo.usg.edu/uga_etd/devine_katie_a_200805_phd

► With improved survival rates for pediatric transplantation, more attention has turned to children’s and adolescents’ health-related quality of life (HRQOL), or physical, mental health, and… (more)

▼ With improved survival rates for pediatric transplantation, more attention has turned to children’s and adolescents’ health-related quality of life (HRQOL), or physical, mental health, and psychosocial well-being. Poorer psychosocial well-being has been related to physical limitations, intensity of side effects, and lower family support (Dew et al., 2001; Glazer, Emery, Frid, & Banyasz, 2002; Meyers, Thomson, & Weiland, 1996; Simons et al., 2007). Additionally, discrepancies have been noted between parent and child report (Levi & Drotar, 1999; Theunissen et al., 1998). Longitudinal studies are needed to identify predictors of HRQOL and changes in HRQOL over time. The present longitudinal study aimed to expand our understanding of parent versus child reporting of HRQOL and factors related to and predictive of HRQOL over time. Forty-eight adolescents (71% of initial sample; 57% female, 31 kidney, 14 liver, 9 heart) and their parents completed initial and 17-month follow-up assessments. Results showed that parents and adolescents were generally calibrated to each others’ report across HRQOL domains, with the exception of Family Cohesion. However, adolescents reported significantly higher levels of Self-Esteem and General Health Perceptions compared to their parents. Compared to a normative sample, parents reported lower HRQOL for Physical Functioning, General Health Perceptions, Family Activities, overall Physical Summary, and negative Emotional Impact on themselves. Most HRQOL domains were stable across time, but both parents and adolescents reported significantly worse General Health Perceptions at Time 2. After controlling for Time 1 levels, Time 2 General Health Perceptions were predicted by adherence for adolescents’ reports and side effects for parents’ reports. Several medical and family factors were related to adolescent and parent report of HRQOL. After controlling for Time 1 levels, Time 2 Physical Functioning was predicted by hospitalizations for both adolescents’ and parents’ reports. For Time 2 Mental Health, adolescents’ report of side effects and instable immunosuppressant assay levels, and parents’ report of side effects plus family cohesion were predictive of Time 2 functioning after controlling for Time 1 levels. Results suggest that improving family cohesion and parent-adolescent relationships may help improve adolescents’ HRQOL. Advisors/Committee Members: Ronald L. Blount.

Subjects/Keywords: Health-related quality of life

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Devine, K. A. (2008). Prospective study of health-related quality of life in adolescent transplant recipients. (Doctoral Dissertation). University of Georgia. Retrieved from http://purl.galileo.usg.edu/uga_etd/devine_katie_a_200805_phd

Chicago Manual of Style (16^th Edition):

Devine, Katie Ann. “Prospective study of health-related quality of life in adolescent transplant recipients.” 2008. Doctoral Dissertation, University of Georgia. Accessed February 27, 2020. http://purl.galileo.usg.edu/uga_etd/devine_katie_a_200805_phd.

MLA Handbook (7^th Edition):

Devine, Katie Ann. “Prospective study of health-related quality of life in adolescent transplant recipients.” 2008. Web. 27 Feb 2020.

Vancouver:

Devine KA. Prospective study of health-related quality of life in adolescent transplant recipients. [Internet] [Doctoral dissertation]. University of Georgia; 2008. [cited 2020 Feb 27]. Available from: http://purl.galileo.usg.edu/uga_etd/devine_katie_a_200805_phd.

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Devine KA. Prospective study of health-related quality of life in adolescent transplant recipients. [Doctoral Dissertation]. University of Georgia; 2008. Available from: http://purl.galileo.usg.edu/uga_etd/devine_katie_a_200805_phd

6. Iadevaia, Cheree. Qualitative Examination of Adolescent Health-related Quality of Line: One Year Post-concussion.

Degree: MS, Health and Nutritional Sciences, 2014, South Dakota State University

URL: https://openprairie.sdstate.edu/etd/2010

► CONTEXT: Moderate to severe traumatic brain injuries can negatively influence healthrelated quality of life (HRQOL) in adolescent patients for significant periods of time. The… (more)

▼ CONTEXT: Moderate to severe traumatic brain injuries can negatively influence healthrelated quality of life (HRQOL) in adolescent patients for significant periods of time. The impact of sport-related concussion on adolescent HRQOL remains unclear. OBJECTIVE: To investigate adolescent student-athletes’ and their parents’ perceptions of the child’s health-related quality of life, one year post- sport-related concussion. DESIGN: Interpretive, qualitative study. SETTING: Secondary school. PATIENTS or OTHER PARTICIPANTS: Seven adolescent student-athletes, aged 12-17 years (2 male, 5 female), who sustained a sport-related concussion at least one year prior (15.3 + 2.8 months), along with one of their parents (n=7; 2 fathers and 5 mothers) participated in this study. DATA COLLECTION and ANALYSIS: Fourteen semi-structured interviews (7 adolescents and 7 parents) were completed. Interviews were transcribed and inductively analyzed by a team of 3 athletic trainers with 32 combined years of professional experience. Themes were negotiated through a consensual review process. Participant checks were completed to ensure trustworthiness of the results. RESULTS: Four major themes emerged from the data collected: (1) significant impact of symptomology (2) feelings of frustration (3) lack of academic accommodation and (4) the nature of interpersonal relationships. CONCLUSIONS: Physical and emotional function, academics, and interpersonal interactions can be negatively influenced by sport-related concussion as perceived by adolescent student-athletes and their parents. Education of parents and their children, along with school professionals, coaches, and teammates, remains a central component in the effective recognition and management of sport-related concussion. Secondary school districts may play a critical role in the concussion management process by establishing and implementing accommodation policies that alleviate student concerns relative to falling behind while ensuring a safe and timely return to normal school routines. Further, adolescent support systems must be considered throughout the recovery process. Advisors/Committee Members: Trevor Roiger.

Subjects/Keywords: concussion; quality of life; adolescent

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Iadevaia, C. (2014). Qualitative Examination of Adolescent Health-related Quality of Line: One Year Post-concussion. (Masters Thesis). South Dakota State University. Retrieved from https://openprairie.sdstate.edu/etd/2010

Chicago Manual of Style (16^th Edition):

Iadevaia, Cheree. “Qualitative Examination of Adolescent Health-related Quality of Line: One Year Post-concussion.” 2014. Masters Thesis, South Dakota State University. Accessed February 27, 2020. https://openprairie.sdstate.edu/etd/2010.

MLA Handbook (7^th Edition):

Iadevaia, Cheree. “Qualitative Examination of Adolescent Health-related Quality of Line: One Year Post-concussion.” 2014. Web. 27 Feb 2020.

Vancouver:

Iadevaia C. Qualitative Examination of Adolescent Health-related Quality of Line: One Year Post-concussion. [Internet] [Masters thesis]. South Dakota State University; 2014. [cited 2020 Feb 27]. Available from: https://openprairie.sdstate.edu/etd/2010.

Council of Science Editors:

Iadevaia C. Qualitative Examination of Adolescent Health-related Quality of Line: One Year Post-concussion. [Masters Thesis]. South Dakota State University; 2014. Available from: https://openprairie.sdstate.edu/etd/2010

Xavier University

7. Harrison, Jordan. Longitudinal Health-Related Quality of Life in Children with Newly-Diagnosed Epilepsy: Identifying Predictors and Assessing Meaningful Change over Time.

Degree: Doctor of Psychology (Psy.D.), Psychology, 2014, Xavier University

URL: http://rave.ohiolink.edu/etdc/view?acc_num=xavier1510307341014498

► Compared to healthy peers, children with epilepsy, of which there are approximately 325,000 under the age of 15 in the United States, are at increased… (more)

▼ Compared to healthy peers, children with epilepsy, of which there are approximately 325,000 under the age of 15 in the United States, are at increased risk for lower health-related quality of life (HRQOL) (Epilepsy Foundation, n.d.; Modi et al., 2009; Montanaro, Battistella, Boniver, & Galeone, 2004; Sabaz et al., 2003). A number of variables may affect HRQOL in children with epilepsy, including epilepsy specific variables, comorbidities, and child, family, and community variables (Lach et al., 2006). Few studies have examined how these variables predict changes in HRQOL over time for children with newly-diagnosed epilepsy using a disease specific measure. The aims of the current study were to: 1) examine changes in HRQOL scores of children with newly¬diagnosed epilepsy over two years using a disease specific measure (Quality of Life in Childhood Epilepsy Questionnaire [QOLCE] [Sabaz et al., 2003]) 2) examine clinical significance of changes in HRQOL scores 3) examine how seizures (dichotomized as present vs. absent) and antiepileptic drug (AED) side effects predict changes in HRQOL scores over the course of two years. One hundred and twelve caregivers of children from 4-12 with epilepsy participated in the study. Hierarchical linear modeling (HLM) revealed statistically significant increases of QOLCE-Overall scores and Physical Restrictions, Energy and Fatigue, Behavior, and General Health subscale scores from baseline to two years post-diagnosis. Calculated minimum clinically important difference (MCID) scores showed only QOLCE-Overall scores had clinically significant improvements over time. HLM analyses examined the role of seizures and AED side effects on HRQOL scores. Children who had seizures between visits had significantly lower Energy and Fatigue scores than children without seizures, although this difference disappeared by the end of two years. Children with higher side effects had lower Attention and Concentration, Memory, Language, and Anxiety scores compared to children with lower side effects. Unexpectedly, at baseline, children with higher side effects had higher Energy and Fatigue scores compared with children with lower side effects. However, by the end of two years children with higher side effects had lower scores compared to children with lower side effects. While, overall HRQOL may improve overtime for children with newly-diagnosed epilepsy, the results highlight the role AED side effects play for these children. Health-care providers need to continue to be sensitive to the potential of side effects and work with families and children to know what to expect when starting an AED for the first time. This education and guidance may help patients and families better be able to communicate with their health-care providers and create a better decision-making process. Advisors/Committee Members: Schultz, Janet (Committee Chair).

Subjects/Keywords: Psychology; Epilepsy; quality of life

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Harrison, J. (2014). Longitudinal Health-Related Quality of Life in Children with Newly-Diagnosed Epilepsy: Identifying Predictors and Assessing Meaningful Change over Time. (Doctoral Dissertation). Xavier University. Retrieved from http://rave.ohiolink.edu/etdc/view?acc_num=xavier1510307341014498

Chicago Manual of Style (16^th Edition):

Harrison, Jordan. “Longitudinal Health-Related Quality of Life in Children with Newly-Diagnosed Epilepsy: Identifying Predictors and Assessing Meaningful Change over Time.” 2014. Doctoral Dissertation, Xavier University. Accessed February 27, 2020. http://rave.ohiolink.edu/etdc/view?acc_num=xavier1510307341014498.

MLA Handbook (7^th Edition):

Harrison, Jordan. “Longitudinal Health-Related Quality of Life in Children with Newly-Diagnosed Epilepsy: Identifying Predictors and Assessing Meaningful Change over Time.” 2014. Web. 27 Feb 2020.

Vancouver:

Harrison J. Longitudinal Health-Related Quality of Life in Children with Newly-Diagnosed Epilepsy: Identifying Predictors and Assessing Meaningful Change over Time. [Internet] [Doctoral dissertation]. Xavier University; 2014. [cited 2020 Feb 27]. Available from: http://rave.ohiolink.edu/etdc/view?acc_num=xavier1510307341014498.

Council of Science Editors:

Harrison J. Longitudinal Health-Related Quality of Life in Children with Newly-Diagnosed Epilepsy: Identifying Predictors and Assessing Meaningful Change over Time. [Doctoral Dissertation]. Xavier University; 2014. Available from: http://rave.ohiolink.edu/etdc/view?acc_num=xavier1510307341014498

University of Utah

8. Tavernier, Susan Skinner. Individualized Health-Related Quality of Life in Radiation Oncology.

Degree: PhD, Nursing;, 2010, University of Utah

URL: http://content.lib.utah.edu/cdm/singleitem/collection/etd2/id/2059/rec/639

► It is widely recognized that health- related quality of life (HRQL) is often a secondary research endpoint. Most HRQL instruments are norm referenced with prescribed… (more)

Subjects/Keywords: Cancer; Quality of Life

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Tavernier, S. S. (2010). Individualized Health-Related Quality of Life in Radiation Oncology. (Doctoral Dissertation). University of Utah. Retrieved from http://content.lib.utah.edu/cdm/singleitem/collection/etd2/id/2059/rec/639

Chicago Manual of Style (16^th Edition):

Tavernier, Susan Skinner. “Individualized Health-Related Quality of Life in Radiation Oncology.” 2010. Doctoral Dissertation, University of Utah. Accessed February 27, 2020. http://content.lib.utah.edu/cdm/singleitem/collection/etd2/id/2059/rec/639.

MLA Handbook (7^th Edition):

Tavernier, Susan Skinner. “Individualized Health-Related Quality of Life in Radiation Oncology.” 2010. Web. 27 Feb 2020.

Vancouver:

Tavernier SS. Individualized Health-Related Quality of Life in Radiation Oncology. [Internet] [Doctoral dissertation]. University of Utah; 2010. [cited 2020 Feb 27]. Available from: http://content.lib.utah.edu/cdm/singleitem/collection/etd2/id/2059/rec/639.

Council of Science Editors:

Tavernier SS. Individualized Health-Related Quality of Life in Radiation Oncology. [Doctoral Dissertation]. University of Utah; 2010. Available from: http://content.lib.utah.edu/cdm/singleitem/collection/etd2/id/2059/rec/639

Texas A&M University

9. Cantu Garza, Roberto Antonio. Impact of Relocation on Quality of Life.

Degree: 2015, Texas A&M University

URL: http://hdl.handle.net/1969.1/155425

► The aim of this research was to explore the impact of a relocation project in the quality of life. The study was conducted in the… (more)

▼ The aim of this research was to explore the impact of a relocation project in the quality of life. The study was conducted in the state of Tabasco, Mexico and it considered a subjective and an objective approach. The study included relevant variables in three dimensions: social, economic and environmental. Relocatees used to live on the riverbanks close to downtown and they were, voluntarily or involuntarily, relocated into two suburban areas far away from their original homes. This study was designed to compare the quality of life before and after being relocated and also to compare the objective and subjective quality of life approaches. Finally, the study made a quality of life distinction between both new localities. Data were collected through a survey that was carried out face to face with the relocatees. It was found that the quality of life of the relocatees, either objectively or subjectively, decreased after being moved to the new sites. Although people who were relocated to the closest location to downtown showed a better quality of life than people from the other location. People who live closer to downtown rated better their subjective and objective conditions than the inhabitants of farthest neighborhood; however in both neighborhoods the perception of people about their quality of life was worse assessed than the objective indicators showed. Any relocation process, whether voluntary or not, involve a change in the lifestyle of those affected. The extent to which this change affects quality of life will depend on how the relocation process is carried out and the degree of divergence between the former and current location. It can be expected that relocatees improve their quality of life over time. This is a characteristic of adaptability and evolution of societies. Therefore, future research could determine if this phenomenon occurs or not in these two new locations. Advisors/Committee Members: Giusti, Cecilia (advisor), Li, Wei (committee member), Matarrita, David (committee member), Van Zandt, Shanoon (committee member).

Subjects/Keywords: Quality of Life; Relocation

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Cantu Garza, R. A. (2015). Impact of Relocation on Quality of Life. (Thesis). Texas A&M University. Retrieved from http://hdl.handle.net/1969.1/155425

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Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation

Chicago Manual of Style (16^th Edition):

Cantu Garza, Roberto Antonio. “Impact of Relocation on Quality of Life.” 2015. Thesis, Texas A&M University. Accessed February 27, 2020. http://hdl.handle.net/1969.1/155425.

Note: this citation may be lacking information needed for this citation format:
Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation

MLA Handbook (7^th Edition):

Cantu Garza, Roberto Antonio. “Impact of Relocation on Quality of Life.” 2015. Web. 27 Feb 2020.

Vancouver:

Cantu Garza RA. Impact of Relocation on Quality of Life. [Internet] [Thesis]. Texas A&M University; 2015. [cited 2020 Feb 27]. Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/1969.1/155425.

Note: this citation may be lacking information needed for this citation format:
Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation

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Cantu Garza RA. Impact of Relocation on Quality of Life. [Thesis]. Texas A&M University; 2015. Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/1969.1/155425

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10. Chou, Chyuan. CURRENT ORAL HEALTH STATUS AND PRACTICE IN TAIWAN AND THEIR ASSOCIATIONS WITH QUALITY OF LIFE AND TOOTH LOSS.

Degree: 2014, Johns Hopkins University

URL: http://jhir.library.jhu.edu/handle/1774.2/36956

► This thesis has three aims 1) to identify current dental hygiene practice and dental health status among Taiwanese population; 2) to study the association between… (more)

Subjects/Keywords: Quality of Life; Tooth Loss

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Chou, C. (2014). CURRENT ORAL HEALTH STATUS AND PRACTICE IN TAIWAN AND THEIR ASSOCIATIONS WITH QUALITY OF LIFE AND TOOTH LOSS. (Thesis). Johns Hopkins University. Retrieved from http://jhir.library.jhu.edu/handle/1774.2/36956

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Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation

Chicago Manual of Style (16^th Edition):

Chou, Chyuan. “CURRENT ORAL HEALTH STATUS AND PRACTICE IN TAIWAN AND THEIR ASSOCIATIONS WITH QUALITY OF LIFE AND TOOTH LOSS.” 2014. Thesis, Johns Hopkins University. Accessed February 27, 2020. http://jhir.library.jhu.edu/handle/1774.2/36956.

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Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation

MLA Handbook (7^th Edition):

Chou, Chyuan. “CURRENT ORAL HEALTH STATUS AND PRACTICE IN TAIWAN AND THEIR ASSOCIATIONS WITH QUALITY OF LIFE AND TOOTH LOSS.” 2014. Web. 27 Feb 2020.

Vancouver:

Chou C. CURRENT ORAL HEALTH STATUS AND PRACTICE IN TAIWAN AND THEIR ASSOCIATIONS WITH QUALITY OF LIFE AND TOOTH LOSS. [Internet] [Thesis]. Johns Hopkins University; 2014. [cited 2020 Feb 27]. Available from: http://jhir.library.jhu.edu/handle/1774.2/36956.

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Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation

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Chou C. CURRENT ORAL HEALTH STATUS AND PRACTICE IN TAIWAN AND THEIR ASSOCIATIONS WITH QUALITY OF LIFE AND TOOTH LOSS. [Thesis]. Johns Hopkins University; 2014. Available from: http://jhir.library.jhu.edu/handle/1774.2/36956

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University of Hong Kong

11. Wong, Hiu-fai, Jennifer. The use of different statistical approaches in examining the longitudinal change in quality of life.

Degree: MPH, 2012, University of Hong Kong

URL: Wong, H. J. [王曉暉]. (2012). The use of different statistical approaches in examining the longitudinal change in quality of life. (Thesis). University of Hong Kong, Pokfulam, Hong Kong SAR. Retrieved from http://dx.doi.org/10.5353/th_b4765755 ; http://dx.doi.org/10.5353/th_b4765755 ; http://hdl.handle.net/10722/174450

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Quality of life (QoL) is now firmly recognized as a significant outcome measure in public health, clinical and patient care research (1, 2). Despite a… (more)

Subjects/Keywords: Quality of life - Statistical methods.

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Wong, Hiu-fai, J. (2012). The use of different statistical approaches in examining the longitudinal change in quality of life. (Masters Thesis). University of Hong Kong. Retrieved from Wong, H. J. [王曉暉]. (2012). The use of different statistical approaches in examining the longitudinal change in quality of life. (Thesis). University of Hong Kong, Pokfulam, Hong Kong SAR. Retrieved from http://dx.doi.org/10.5353/th_b4765755 ; http://dx.doi.org/10.5353/th_b4765755 ; http://hdl.handle.net/10722/174450

Chicago Manual of Style (16^th Edition):

Wong, Hiu-fai, Jennifer. “The use of different statistical approaches in examining the longitudinal change in quality of life.” 2012. Masters Thesis, University of Hong Kong. Accessed February 27, 2020. Wong, H. J. [王曉暉]. (2012). The use of different statistical approaches in examining the longitudinal change in quality of life. (Thesis). University of Hong Kong, Pokfulam, Hong Kong SAR. Retrieved from http://dx.doi.org/10.5353/th_b4765755 ; http://dx.doi.org/10.5353/th_b4765755 ; http://hdl.handle.net/10722/174450.

MLA Handbook (7^th Edition):

Wong, Hiu-fai, Jennifer. “The use of different statistical approaches in examining the longitudinal change in quality of life.” 2012. Web. 27 Feb 2020.

Vancouver:

Wong, Hiu-fai J. The use of different statistical approaches in examining the longitudinal change in quality of life. [Internet] [Masters thesis]. University of Hong Kong; 2012. [cited 2020 Feb 27]. Available from: Wong, H. J. [王曉暉]. (2012). The use of different statistical approaches in examining the longitudinal change in quality of life. (Thesis). University of Hong Kong, Pokfulam, Hong Kong SAR. Retrieved from http://dx.doi.org/10.5353/th_b4765755 ; http://dx.doi.org/10.5353/th_b4765755 ; http://hdl.handle.net/10722/174450.

Council of Science Editors:

Wong, Hiu-fai J. The use of different statistical approaches in examining the longitudinal change in quality of life. [Masters Thesis]. University of Hong Kong; 2012. Available from: Wong, H. J. [王曉暉]. (2012). The use of different statistical approaches in examining the longitudinal change in quality of life. (Thesis). University of Hong Kong, Pokfulam, Hong Kong SAR. Retrieved from http://dx.doi.org/10.5353/th_b4765755 ; http://dx.doi.org/10.5353/th_b4765755 ; http://hdl.handle.net/10722/174450

University of Hong Kong

12. Poon, Man-wai, Albert. Are fixed dental prostheses better than conventional removable prostheses in terms of quality of life improvement : a systematic review.

Degree: MPH, 2013, University of Hong Kong

URL: Poon, M. A. [潘文偉]. (2013). Are fixed dental prostheses better than conventional removable prostheses in terms of quality of life improvement : a systematic review. (Thesis). University of Hong Kong, Pokfulam, Hong Kong SAR. Retrieved from http://dx.doi.org/10.5353/th_b5098837 ; http://dx.doi.org/10.5353/th_b5098837 ; http://hdl.handle.net/10722/193805

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Background Dental prostheses have seen a major change since the advent of dental implants in 1965. The osseointegration property of titanium fixtures enables dentists to… (more)

Subjects/Keywords: Quality of life; Dentures

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Poon, Man-wai, A. (2013). Are fixed dental prostheses better than conventional removable prostheses in terms of quality of life improvement : a systematic review. (Masters Thesis). University of Hong Kong. Retrieved from Poon, M. A. [潘文偉]. (2013). Are fixed dental prostheses better than conventional removable prostheses in terms of quality of life improvement : a systematic review. (Thesis). University of Hong Kong, Pokfulam, Hong Kong SAR. Retrieved from http://dx.doi.org/10.5353/th_b5098837 ; http://dx.doi.org/10.5353/th_b5098837 ; http://hdl.handle.net/10722/193805

Chicago Manual of Style (16^th Edition):

Poon, Man-wai, Albert. “Are fixed dental prostheses better than conventional removable prostheses in terms of quality of life improvement : a systematic review.” 2013. Masters Thesis, University of Hong Kong. Accessed February 27, 2020. Poon, M. A. [潘文偉]. (2013). Are fixed dental prostheses better than conventional removable prostheses in terms of quality of life improvement : a systematic review. (Thesis). University of Hong Kong, Pokfulam, Hong Kong SAR. Retrieved from http://dx.doi.org/10.5353/th_b5098837 ; http://dx.doi.org/10.5353/th_b5098837 ; http://hdl.handle.net/10722/193805.

MLA Handbook (7^th Edition):

Poon, Man-wai, Albert. “Are fixed dental prostheses better than conventional removable prostheses in terms of quality of life improvement : a systematic review.” 2013. Web. 27 Feb 2020.

Vancouver:

Poon, Man-wai A. Are fixed dental prostheses better than conventional removable prostheses in terms of quality of life improvement : a systematic review. [Internet] [Masters thesis]. University of Hong Kong; 2013. [cited 2020 Feb 27]. Available from: Poon, M. A. [潘文偉]. (2013). Are fixed dental prostheses better than conventional removable prostheses in terms of quality of life improvement : a systematic review. (Thesis). University of Hong Kong, Pokfulam, Hong Kong SAR. Retrieved from http://dx.doi.org/10.5353/th_b5098837 ; http://dx.doi.org/10.5353/th_b5098837 ; http://hdl.handle.net/10722/193805.

Council of Science Editors:

Poon, Man-wai A. Are fixed dental prostheses better than conventional removable prostheses in terms of quality of life improvement : a systematic review. [Masters Thesis]. University of Hong Kong; 2013. Available from: Poon, M. A. [潘文偉]. (2013). Are fixed dental prostheses better than conventional removable prostheses in terms of quality of life improvement : a systematic review. (Thesis). University of Hong Kong, Pokfulam, Hong Kong SAR. Retrieved from http://dx.doi.org/10.5353/th_b5098837 ; http://dx.doi.org/10.5353/th_b5098837 ; http://hdl.handle.net/10722/193805

University of Hong Kong

13. 蔡瑋琦; Choi, Wai-ki. Health-related quality of life measures for women with menopausal symptoms : a systematic review.

Degree: MPH, 2013, University of Hong Kong

URL: Choi, W. [蔡瑋琦]. (2013). Health-related quality of life measures for women with menopausal symptoms : a systematic review. (Thesis). University of Hong Kong, Pokfulam, Hong Kong SAR. Retrieved from http://dx.doi.org/10.5353/th_b5320118 ; http://dx.doi.org/10.5353/th_b5320118 ; http://hdl.handle.net/10722/206928

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Background and Objectives Menopause is a natural transition, an important life event that represents the end of reproductive phase in women at age of 50.… (more)

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Background and Objectives Menopause is a natural transition, an important life event that represents the end of reproductive phase in women at age of 50. Menopausal symptoms or hormone replacement treatment (HRT) may influence women’s quality of life (QOL). Different health-related quality of life (HRQOL) scales are developed to demonstrate the effects of menopausal symptoms or treatment. The aim of this review is to identify the menopause-related measures and evaluate the psychometric properties of these scales. Method Literature search using the keyword: “menopause” or “menopausal” or “perimenopausal” or “climacteric symptoms” or “vasomotor symptoms” AND “menopause-related quality of life measures” or “menopause-related quality of life instruments” or “menopausal health-related quality of life measures” or “menopausal health-related quality of life instruments” or “menopause-related health status measurement” or “menopause-related health functioning” AND “women”. Results Total 5 menopause-related quality of life measures were identified: -the MENCAV Quality of Life Scale (MENCAV) -Menopause-specific QOL Questionnaire (MENQOL) -Menopause-specific QOL Questionnaire-Intervention (MENQOL-Intervention) -Menopausal Quality of Life Scale (MQOL) -Utian Quality of Life Scale (UQOL) All measurement scales have good internal consistency shown. Construct validity was reported in all measures. Known-groups validity was evaluated in MQOL and MENCAV. Content validity was shown in MQOL and UQOL by focus group meeting with menopausal women. Construct validity was reported in all measures. Convergent validity was reported in MQOL, MENCAV, UQOL and MENQOL-Intervention, the relationships between scores were evaluated. Discriminant validity was assessed in MENQOL. All measures reviewed either convergent or discriminant validity and no measure reviewed both. All measures except UQOL have reported responsiveness. Conclusion MENCAV is the best measure and supposed to be the most updated one developed in 2008. This measure is not as popular as UQOL, MENQOL etc. It demonstrated the highest psychometric quality score in this review. Standardization of measurement scales for comparison of the menopausal symptoms and QOL can reduce the anxiety of participants who answer different questionnaires with same domain. Further research on extensive psychometric evaluation across ethnicities may be beneficial to menopausal women.

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Master of Public Health

Subjects/Keywords: Quality of life; Menopause

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蔡瑋琦; Choi, W. (2013). Health-related quality of life measures for women with menopausal symptoms : a systematic review. (Masters Thesis). University of Hong Kong. Retrieved from Choi, W. [蔡瑋琦]. (2013). Health-related quality of life measures for women with menopausal symptoms : a systematic review. (Thesis). University of Hong Kong, Pokfulam, Hong Kong SAR. Retrieved from http://dx.doi.org/10.5353/th_b5320118 ; http://dx.doi.org/10.5353/th_b5320118 ; http://hdl.handle.net/10722/206928

Chicago Manual of Style (16^th Edition):

蔡瑋琦; Choi, Wai-ki. “Health-related quality of life measures for women with menopausal symptoms : a systematic review.” 2013. Masters Thesis, University of Hong Kong. Accessed February 27, 2020. Choi, W. [蔡瑋琦]. (2013). Health-related quality of life measures for women with menopausal symptoms : a systematic review. (Thesis). University of Hong Kong, Pokfulam, Hong Kong SAR. Retrieved from http://dx.doi.org/10.5353/th_b5320118 ; http://dx.doi.org/10.5353/th_b5320118 ; http://hdl.handle.net/10722/206928.

MLA Handbook (7^th Edition):

蔡瑋琦; Choi, Wai-ki. “Health-related quality of life measures for women with menopausal symptoms : a systematic review.” 2013. Web. 27 Feb 2020.

Vancouver:

蔡瑋琦; Choi W. Health-related quality of life measures for women with menopausal symptoms : a systematic review. [Internet] [Masters thesis]. University of Hong Kong; 2013. [cited 2020 Feb 27]. Available from: Choi, W. [蔡瑋琦]. (2013). Health-related quality of life measures for women with menopausal symptoms : a systematic review. (Thesis). University of Hong Kong, Pokfulam, Hong Kong SAR. Retrieved from http://dx.doi.org/10.5353/th_b5320118 ; http://dx.doi.org/10.5353/th_b5320118 ; http://hdl.handle.net/10722/206928.

Council of Science Editors:

蔡瑋琦; Choi W. Health-related quality of life measures for women with menopausal symptoms : a systematic review. [Masters Thesis]. University of Hong Kong; 2013. Available from: Choi, W. [蔡瑋琦]. (2013). Health-related quality of life measures for women with menopausal symptoms : a systematic review. (Thesis). University of Hong Kong, Pokfulam, Hong Kong SAR. Retrieved from http://dx.doi.org/10.5353/th_b5320118 ; http://dx.doi.org/10.5353/th_b5320118 ; http://hdl.handle.net/10722/206928

University of Hong Kong

14. Huang, Wenwei. Sub-health and health-related quality of life.

Degree: PhD, 2013, University of Hong Kong

URL: Huang, W. [黄文伟]. (2013). Sub-health and health-related quality of life. (Thesis). University of Hong Kong, Pokfulam, Hong Kong SAR. Retrieved from http://dx.doi.org/10.5353/th_b4985871 ; http://dx.doi.org/10.5353/th_b4985871 ; http://hdl.handle.net/10722/181870

► Sub-health has been used to describe an intermediate state between health and disease. The impact of SH on HRQOL deserves more attention because HRQOL is… (more)

▼ Sub-health has been used to describe an intermediate state between health and disease. The impact of SH on HRQOL deserves more attention because HRQOL is an important goal of health care, and a significant determinant of health service utilization. The aim of this study was to establish the epidemiology of Sub-health and explore the relationship between SH and HRQOL. Two studies were conducted in Hong Kong. The first study was to develop and validate a Sub-health questionnaire (SHQ) for classifying people into Health, SH & Disease. The standard 7-step method of development of a psychometric measure was used to develop the SHQ. The initial SHQ, was then field tested on a sample of 13 Chinese adults. Pilot testing of the final version was conducted on 55 Chinese adults to confirm. Psychometric testing by a longitudinal survey on 353 Chinese adults who completed the SHQ, the SF-12v2 Health Survey and a structured questionnaire on sociodemographic data, and health service utilization at baseline, 2 to 4 weeks and 3-month. All HS items had Content Validity Index (CVI) on clarity and relevance of > 75%. The HS items demonstrated good internal consistency (Cronbach’s alpha=0.82). The overall test-retest reliabilities of classification of the health state were moderate with Kappa > 0.57. The SHQ was responsive in detecting a change in health states in 36.4% subjects in 3 months. Item scores of HS scales had significant correlation (r>0.4) with corresponding SF-12v2 scores, and there were significant differences in SF-12v2 summary scores between SHQ groups. The second was a longitudinal study on Sub-health and HRQOL of general population to evaluate the validity and psychometric property of SHQ, to establish determine the epidemiology SH, and to explore the relationship between HRQOL of SH. 1231 Chinese adults were randomly selected from the general population by telephone survey with the SHQ, SF-12 Health Survey and a structured questionnaire on demographics and service utilization. 353 subjects had completed 3 to 12 months follow up surveys. The prevalence of Sub-health is 40.67% in Hong Kong. There were significant differences in SF-12v2 scores in that SH group had higher scores than those of disease group but lower scores than those of health group. SH was associated with higher use of medical resources than health. Conclusively, the SHQ is a useful screening tool for the diagnosis of SH. There is a linear relationship between change in health status and changes in HRQOL or health service utilizations. It preliminary explored the clinical relevance of the SH to a culture and health care system that is different from that of mainland China where the concept originated. The results would be useful in populations worldwide if the SHQ could be cross-culturally adapted to identify the SH epidemiology. The study has also, provided evidence supporting the conceptual base of SH in the Chinese medicine context, which may be modifiable by treatment based on TCM Body Constitution… Advisors/Committee Members: Fong, DYT, Lam, CLK.

Subjects/Keywords: Health.; Quality of life.

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Huang, W. (2013). Sub-health and health-related quality of life. (Doctoral Dissertation). University of Hong Kong. Retrieved from Huang, W. [黄文伟]. (2013). Sub-health and health-related quality of life. (Thesis). University of Hong Kong, Pokfulam, Hong Kong SAR. Retrieved from http://dx.doi.org/10.5353/th_b4985871 ; http://dx.doi.org/10.5353/th_b4985871 ; http://hdl.handle.net/10722/181870

Chicago Manual of Style (16^th Edition):

Huang, Wenwei. “Sub-health and health-related quality of life.” 2013. Doctoral Dissertation, University of Hong Kong. Accessed February 27, 2020. Huang, W. [黄文伟]. (2013). Sub-health and health-related quality of life. (Thesis). University of Hong Kong, Pokfulam, Hong Kong SAR. Retrieved from http://dx.doi.org/10.5353/th_b4985871 ; http://dx.doi.org/10.5353/th_b4985871 ; http://hdl.handle.net/10722/181870.

MLA Handbook (7^th Edition):

Huang, Wenwei. “Sub-health and health-related quality of life.” 2013. Web. 27 Feb 2020.

Vancouver:

Huang W. Sub-health and health-related quality of life. [Internet] [Doctoral dissertation]. University of Hong Kong; 2013. [cited 2020 Feb 27]. Available from: Huang, W. [黄文伟]. (2013). Sub-health and health-related quality of life. (Thesis). University of Hong Kong, Pokfulam, Hong Kong SAR. Retrieved from http://dx.doi.org/10.5353/th_b4985871 ; http://dx.doi.org/10.5353/th_b4985871 ; http://hdl.handle.net/10722/181870.

Council of Science Editors:

Huang W. Sub-health and health-related quality of life. [Doctoral Dissertation]. University of Hong Kong; 2013. Available from: Huang, W. [黄文伟]. (2013). Sub-health and health-related quality of life. (Thesis). University of Hong Kong, Pokfulam, Hong Kong SAR. Retrieved from http://dx.doi.org/10.5353/th_b4985871 ; http://dx.doi.org/10.5353/th_b4985871 ; http://hdl.handle.net/10722/181870

University of Hong Kong

15. Lee, Lai-fan. Neurocognitive and psychopathology correlates of subjective quality of life in first episode remitted psychosis.

Degree: Master of Psychological Medicine, 2013, University of Hong Kong

URL: Lee, L. [李麗芬]. (2013). Neurocognitive and psychopathology correlates of subjective quality of life in first episode remitted psychosis. (Thesis). University of Hong Kong, Pokfulam, Hong Kong SAR. Retrieved from http://dx.doi.org/10.5353/th_b5088931 ; http://dx.doi.org/10.5353/th_b5088931 ; http://hdl.handle.net/10722/192979

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Subjective quality of life (QOL) has been measured as one of the important clinical outcomes of schizophrenia. Many studies on examining the relationship between subjective… (more)

Subjects/Keywords: Psychoses; Quality of life

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Lee, L. (2013). Neurocognitive and psychopathology correlates of subjective quality of life in first episode remitted psychosis. (Masters Thesis). University of Hong Kong. Retrieved from Lee, L. [李麗芬]. (2013). Neurocognitive and psychopathology correlates of subjective quality of life in first episode remitted psychosis. (Thesis). University of Hong Kong, Pokfulam, Hong Kong SAR. Retrieved from http://dx.doi.org/10.5353/th_b5088931 ; http://dx.doi.org/10.5353/th_b5088931 ; http://hdl.handle.net/10722/192979

Chicago Manual of Style (16^th Edition):

Lee, Lai-fan. “Neurocognitive and psychopathology correlates of subjective quality of life in first episode remitted psychosis.” 2013. Masters Thesis, University of Hong Kong. Accessed February 27, 2020. Lee, L. [李麗芬]. (2013). Neurocognitive and psychopathology correlates of subjective quality of life in first episode remitted psychosis. (Thesis). University of Hong Kong, Pokfulam, Hong Kong SAR. Retrieved from http://dx.doi.org/10.5353/th_b5088931 ; http://dx.doi.org/10.5353/th_b5088931 ; http://hdl.handle.net/10722/192979.

MLA Handbook (7^th Edition):

Lee, Lai-fan. “Neurocognitive and psychopathology correlates of subjective quality of life in first episode remitted psychosis.” 2013. Web. 27 Feb 2020.

Vancouver:

Lee L. Neurocognitive and psychopathology correlates of subjective quality of life in first episode remitted psychosis. [Internet] [Masters thesis]. University of Hong Kong; 2013. [cited 2020 Feb 27]. Available from: Lee, L. [李麗芬]. (2013). Neurocognitive and psychopathology correlates of subjective quality of life in first episode remitted psychosis. (Thesis). University of Hong Kong, Pokfulam, Hong Kong SAR. Retrieved from http://dx.doi.org/10.5353/th_b5088931 ; http://dx.doi.org/10.5353/th_b5088931 ; http://hdl.handle.net/10722/192979.

Council of Science Editors:

Lee L. Neurocognitive and psychopathology correlates of subjective quality of life in first episode remitted psychosis. [Masters Thesis]. University of Hong Kong; 2013. Available from: Lee, L. [李麗芬]. (2013). Neurocognitive and psychopathology correlates of subjective quality of life in first episode remitted psychosis. (Thesis). University of Hong Kong, Pokfulam, Hong Kong SAR. Retrieved from http://dx.doi.org/10.5353/th_b5088931 ; http://dx.doi.org/10.5353/th_b5088931 ; http://hdl.handle.net/10722/192979

University of New Brunswick

16. Lanteigne, Cynthia Anne. Quality of life in cities.

Degree: 2005, University of New Brunswick

URL: http://hdl.handle.net/1882/177

► Quality of life (QOL) studies are abundant within the research and popular literature. Rankings are produced on national, state/province, city and municipal levels. Yet, there… (more)

Subjects/Keywords: Quality of Life; QOL

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Lanteigne, C. A. (2005). Quality of life in cities. (Thesis). University of New Brunswick. Retrieved from http://hdl.handle.net/1882/177

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Chicago Manual of Style (16^th Edition):

Lanteigne, Cynthia Anne. “Quality of life in cities.” 2005. Thesis, University of New Brunswick. Accessed February 27, 2020. http://hdl.handle.net/1882/177.

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Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation

MLA Handbook (7^th Edition):

Lanteigne, Cynthia Anne. “Quality of life in cities.” 2005. Web. 27 Feb 2020.

Vancouver:

Lanteigne CA. Quality of life in cities. [Internet] [Thesis]. University of New Brunswick; 2005. [cited 2020 Feb 27]. Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/1882/177.

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Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation

Council of Science Editors:

Lanteigne CA. Quality of life in cities. [Thesis]. University of New Brunswick; 2005. Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/1882/177

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Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation

University of Johannesburg

17. Bruckner, Rene. The effects of chiropractic treatment on patients' quality of life.

Degree: 2012, University of Johannesburg

URL: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/5936

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M.Tech.

The purpose of this study is to determine whether chiropractic care has an effect on a patient's quality of life using the endpoints of:… (more)

Subjects/Keywords: Chiropractic; Quality of life

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Bruckner, R. (2012). The effects of chiropractic treatment on patients' quality of life. (Thesis). University of Johannesburg. Retrieved from http://hdl.handle.net/10210/5936

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Chicago Manual of Style (16^th Edition):

Bruckner, Rene. “The effects of chiropractic treatment on patients' quality of life.” 2012. Thesis, University of Johannesburg. Accessed February 27, 2020. http://hdl.handle.net/10210/5936.

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MLA Handbook (7^th Edition):

Bruckner, Rene. “The effects of chiropractic treatment on patients' quality of life.” 2012. Web. 27 Feb 2020.

Vancouver:

Bruckner R. The effects of chiropractic treatment on patients' quality of life. [Internet] [Thesis]. University of Johannesburg; 2012. [cited 2020 Feb 27]. Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/5936.

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Council of Science Editors:

Bruckner R. The effects of chiropractic treatment on patients' quality of life. [Thesis]. University of Johannesburg; 2012. Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/5936

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University of Johannesburg

18. Bekker, Vernon Ludwigh. Lewenskwaliteit na aftrede: 'n persoonlike en professionele leierskap perspektief.

Degree: 2011, University of Johannesburg

URL: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/3557

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M.Phil.

This is a descriptive, literature based study that examines retirement from a Personal and Professional Leadership(PPL) perspective. The aim of this study is to… (more)

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M.Phil.

This is a descriptive, literature based study that examines retirement from a Personal and Professional Leadership(PPL) perspective. The aim of this study is to determine whether a PPL perspective can contribute towards better quality of life with retirement. Retirement should be a golden period. This is, however, often not the case and quality of life often deteriorates with retirement. Retirement is described and the various phases of retiryment are discussed; planning, opportunity, the honeymoon phase, the disillusionment phase, reorientation and finally stability. This study identifies the potential problematic life domains that can affect quality of life during retirement. Each life dimension is discussed comprehensively and the conclusion is reached that all life dimensions remain vitally important during retirement: -Physical needs: This includes the health of the person including the need for food; clothing and a place to stay. -Intellectual needs: Here the need for stimulation and the ability of the person to respond intellectually new situations is examined. -Social needs: The need to love and be loved is explored as well as the importance of relationships. -Emotional needs: The influence of emotions is noted and emotional management is discussed. -Spiritual needs: Spiritual intelligence is discussed and this domain is identified as one of the most important. -Financial needs: Sufficient planning and management of finances is essential. The relationships between attitude, meaning of life and quality of life are explored. A positive attitude is found to positively influence a person's quality of life, Similarly, a person who experiences life as valuable and meaningful will experience better quality of life as opposed to someone to whom life is meaningless. The conclusion is drawn that it depends largely on the individual(inside outmodel) what quality of life is experienced after retirement. The most salient results of this study are: -That the quality of life experienced after retirement is a complex matter. -The various life dimensions-physical, intellectual, emotional, social, spiritual and financial-all impact the quality of life experience dafter retirement. -It is noted that the physical dimension is very important after retirement and that the pro-active management of the physical is vital to quality of life. -The spiritual domain is identified as the core dimension which influences all other dimensions and it must be imbalance. -Attitude is important. A positive attitude can improve quality of life. -Meaningful life can clearly affect quality of life. In essence each person must find the meaning for their existence, Once meaning is found,quality of life improves. -PPL can assist retired people to improve their quality of life. -Quality of life after retirement can be achieved through planning and pro-active management. Often lack of management and planning results in fear and anxiety. The author of this study recommends..that: -PPL courses be developed that are specifically aimed at people…

Subjects/Keywords: Retirement; Quality of life

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Bekker, V. L. (2011). Lewenskwaliteit na aftrede: 'n persoonlike en professionele leierskap perspektief. (Thesis). University of Johannesburg. Retrieved from http://hdl.handle.net/10210/3557

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Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation

Chicago Manual of Style (16^th Edition):

Bekker, Vernon Ludwigh. “Lewenskwaliteit na aftrede: 'n persoonlike en professionele leierskap perspektief.” 2011. Thesis, University of Johannesburg. Accessed February 27, 2020. http://hdl.handle.net/10210/3557.

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Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation

MLA Handbook (7^th Edition):

Bekker, Vernon Ludwigh. “Lewenskwaliteit na aftrede: 'n persoonlike en professionele leierskap perspektief.” 2011. Web. 27 Feb 2020.

Vancouver:

Bekker VL. Lewenskwaliteit na aftrede: 'n persoonlike en professionele leierskap perspektief. [Internet] [Thesis]. University of Johannesburg; 2011. [cited 2020 Feb 27]. Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/3557.

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Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation

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Bekker VL. Lewenskwaliteit na aftrede: 'n persoonlike en professionele leierskap perspektief. [Thesis]. University of Johannesburg; 2011. Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/3557

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University of Rochester

19. Olzenak, Dana Lee. The Association between Motor Proficiency and Participation in School-aged Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder.

Degree: PhD, 2015, University of Rochester

URL: http://hdl.handle.net/1802/29775

► Background Participation is an essential component of child development that influences long term mental and physical health. Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) profoundly affects an individual’s… (more)

▼ Background Participation is an essential component of child development that influences long term mental and physical health. Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) profoundly affects an individual’s ability to relate and reciprocally interact with peers within their environment; therefore children with ASD are at considerable risk for limited participation in everyday activities. Although ASD is not considered a syndrome with obvious motor deficits, emerging evidence suggests the presence of motor impairments. Fundamental motor and active play skills are vital for and practiced through peer interaction. The purpose of this cross-sectional study was to evaluate the relationship between motor proficiency and participation, examine the role of physical activity in this relationship, and determine the influence of level of participation on quality of life in school-aged children with ASD. Methods School-aged children diagnosed with ASD were recruited through a previous research database at the University of Rochester. The Children’s Assessment of Participation and Enjoyment (CAPE) was completed to measure overall and physical activity participation. Motor skills were assessed through the Bruininks-Oseretsky Test of Motor Proficiency-2 Short Form. The Social Responsiveness Scale and Pediatric Quality of Life Inventory measured social characteristics and behaviors, and overall quality of life, respectively. Multivariable linear regression models examined the associations of motor proficiency with physical activity and participation, and participation and quality of life. Results Sixty-eight children with an average age of 9.4 years and IQ score of 98 participated in the study. Motor proficiency scores were in the below average range, one standard deviation below the mean. The association between motor proficiency and participation was statistically significant. The association between physical activity participation and motor skill proficiency was also statistically significant. Participation and quality of life demonstrated both statistical and clinical significance. Greater participation intensity (frequency) led to higher self-perceived quality of life. Conclusion School-aged children with ASD demonstrated impaired motor proficiency. Improved motor skills were associated with increased participation in a variety of activities, including physical activities. More frequent participation increased quality of life. Attention to motor assessment in children with ASD may allow improved participation in all activities and therefore greater quality of life.

Subjects/Keywords: Physical Activity; Quality of Life

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Olzenak, D. L. (2015). The Association between Motor Proficiency and Participation in School-aged Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder. (Doctoral Dissertation). University of Rochester. Retrieved from http://hdl.handle.net/1802/29775

Chicago Manual of Style (16^th Edition):

Olzenak, Dana Lee. “The Association between Motor Proficiency and Participation in School-aged Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder.” 2015. Doctoral Dissertation, University of Rochester. Accessed February 27, 2020. http://hdl.handle.net/1802/29775.

MLA Handbook (7^th Edition):

Olzenak, Dana Lee. “The Association between Motor Proficiency and Participation in School-aged Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder.” 2015. Web. 27 Feb 2020.

Vancouver:

Olzenak DL. The Association between Motor Proficiency and Participation in School-aged Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder. [Internet] [Doctoral dissertation]. University of Rochester; 2015. [cited 2020 Feb 27]. Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/1802/29775.

Council of Science Editors:

Olzenak DL. The Association between Motor Proficiency and Participation in School-aged Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder. [Doctoral Dissertation]. University of Rochester; 2015. Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/1802/29775

University of Southern California

20. Taylor-Ford, Megan. Role of age and comorbidities in the quality of life of newly diagnosed prostate cancer patients.

Degree: MA, Psychology, 2010, University of Southern California

URL: http://digitallibrary.usc.edu/cdm/compoundobject/collection/p15799coll127/id/397524/rec/5624

► There appears to be a paradox in the prostate cancer literature: despite the fact that age and comorbidities are positively correlated, comorbidities are associated with… (more)

Subjects/Keywords: cancer; quality of life

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Taylor-Ford, M. (2010). Role of age and comorbidities in the quality of life of newly diagnosed prostate cancer patients. (Masters Thesis). University of Southern California. Retrieved from http://digitallibrary.usc.edu/cdm/compoundobject/collection/p15799coll127/id/397524/rec/5624

Chicago Manual of Style (16^th Edition):

Taylor-Ford, Megan. “Role of age and comorbidities in the quality of life of newly diagnosed prostate cancer patients.” 2010. Masters Thesis, University of Southern California. Accessed February 27, 2020. http://digitallibrary.usc.edu/cdm/compoundobject/collection/p15799coll127/id/397524/rec/5624.

MLA Handbook (7^th Edition):

Taylor-Ford, Megan. “Role of age and comorbidities in the quality of life of newly diagnosed prostate cancer patients.” 2010. Web. 27 Feb 2020.

Vancouver:

Taylor-Ford M. Role of age and comorbidities in the quality of life of newly diagnosed prostate cancer patients. [Internet] [Masters thesis]. University of Southern California; 2010. [cited 2020 Feb 27]. Available from: http://digitallibrary.usc.edu/cdm/compoundobject/collection/p15799coll127/id/397524/rec/5624.

Council of Science Editors:

Taylor-Ford M. Role of age and comorbidities in the quality of life of newly diagnosed prostate cancer patients. [Masters Thesis]. University of Southern California; 2010. Available from: http://digitallibrary.usc.edu/cdm/compoundobject/collection/p15799coll127/id/397524/rec/5624

Addis Ababa University

21. Esubalew, Asmare. Economic growth and the quality of life nexus in Ethiopia: a time series Analysis .

Degree: 2013, Addis Ababa University

URL: http://etd.aau.edu.et/dspace/handle/123456789/5582

► To what extent are improvements in quality of life (material living levels, consumption, education/literacy, urban dwelling, political and civil rights, and the like) associated with… (more)

Subjects/Keywords: Economic Growth; Quality of Life

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Esubalew, A. (2013). Economic growth and the quality of life nexus in Ethiopia: a time series Analysis . (Thesis). Addis Ababa University. Retrieved from http://etd.aau.edu.et/dspace/handle/123456789/5582

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Chicago Manual of Style (16^th Edition):

Esubalew, Asmare. “Economic growth and the quality of life nexus in Ethiopia: a time series Analysis .” 2013. Thesis, Addis Ababa University. Accessed February 27, 2020. http://etd.aau.edu.et/dspace/handle/123456789/5582.

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MLA Handbook (7^th Edition):

Esubalew, Asmare. “Economic growth and the quality of life nexus in Ethiopia: a time series Analysis .” 2013. Web. 27 Feb 2020.

Vancouver:

Esubalew A. Economic growth and the quality of life nexus in Ethiopia: a time series Analysis . [Internet] [Thesis]. Addis Ababa University; 2013. [cited 2020 Feb 27]. Available from: http://etd.aau.edu.et/dspace/handle/123456789/5582.

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Council of Science Editors:

Esubalew A. Economic growth and the quality of life nexus in Ethiopia: a time series Analysis . [Thesis]. Addis Ababa University; 2013. Available from: http://etd.aau.edu.et/dspace/handle/123456789/5582

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University of Namibia

22. Sinkala, Ute. Quality of life of individuals suffering from spinal cord injury in Namibia .

Degree: 2010, University of Namibia

URL: http://hdl.handle.net/11070/510

► Abstract provided by author; Literature has found that paraplegic as well as quadriplegic individuals are presented with a range of challenges, which are similar as… (more)

▼ Abstract provided by author; Literature has found that paraplegic as well as quadriplegic individuals are presented with a range of challenges, which are similar as well as frequent amongst them. These include stigmatisation, discrimination, problems related to family, work and independence. Health problems such as bowel and bladder control, infections and pressure sores, as well as related psychological problems are also common (Lustig, 2005). Paralysis impacts on all areas of an individual's life, because it has physical, psychological, social, and environmental effects. Thus, it impacts on the individual's overall well-being, their level of satisfaction with life, as well as their perception of the quality of their life; The purpose of this qualitative study was to explore the themes that represent quality of life and the meaning of quality of life, as defined by adults with paraplegia or quadriplegia. Purposive sampling was employed and seven people (3 females, 4 males; 3 persons with quadriplegia, 4 with paraplegia) participated in this study; Semi-structured interviews, which present the participants with maximum opportunity to convey their perceptions, were utilised for data collection. The semi-structured interviews were recorded, transcribed and analysed through interpretive phenomenological analysis (IPA). IPA is prescribed as the most effective way of psychological studies; Based on the findings of this study, quality of life is summarised as the evaluation of an individual's life, which is determined by the individual's health, psychological wellbeing, living environment,relationships, as well as their future outlook. Additionally, the results indicate that quality of life, regardless of the severity of the injury is related to the following fourteen themes: aspirations, emotional wellbeing, identity, recreation, spontaneity, effort and comfort, stigma and discrimination, mobility and accessibility, relationships, resources, coping, independence, physical wellbeing, and work and money; These findings may provide the MVA Fund and other rehabilitation institutions with information necessary to help identify most relevant professionals to assist their clients with rehabilitation. In addition, the findings may also be used in the development of programs to enhance quality of life for motor vehicle accident survivors, following severe spinal cord injuries Advisors/Committee Members: (advisor), (advisor), (advisor).

Subjects/Keywords: Quality of life dfisabled persons

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Sinkala, U. (2010). Quality of life of individuals suffering from spinal cord injury in Namibia . (Thesis). University of Namibia. Retrieved from http://hdl.handle.net/11070/510

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Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation

Chicago Manual of Style (16^th Edition):

Sinkala, Ute. “Quality of life of individuals suffering from spinal cord injury in Namibia .” 2010. Thesis, University of Namibia. Accessed February 27, 2020. http://hdl.handle.net/11070/510.

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MLA Handbook (7^th Edition):

Sinkala, Ute. “Quality of life of individuals suffering from spinal cord injury in Namibia .” 2010. Web. 27 Feb 2020.

Vancouver:

Sinkala U. Quality of life of individuals suffering from spinal cord injury in Namibia . [Internet] [Thesis]. University of Namibia; 2010. [cited 2020 Feb 27]. Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/11070/510.

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Council of Science Editors:

Sinkala U. Quality of life of individuals suffering from spinal cord injury in Namibia . [Thesis]. University of Namibia; 2010. Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/11070/510

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Penn State University

23. Fetzer, Linda M. QUALITY OF LIFE MEASURE FOR PENNSYLVANIA AGRICULTURAL PRODUCERS WITH A DISABILITY.

Degree: MS, Agricultural and Extension Education, 2010, Penn State University

URL: https://etda.libraries.psu.edu/catalog/11221

► ABSTRACT Quality of Life Measure for Pennsylvania Agricultural Producers with a Disability This research study examined the McGill Quality of Life (MQOL) scores for two… (more)

▼ ABSTRACT Quality of Life Measure for Pennsylvania Agricultural Producers with a Disability This research study examined the McGill Quality of Life (MQOL) scores for two groups of people that have worked with the AgrAbility Project in Pennsylvania. There is limited information about quality of life and agricultural producers. This study is the first to use intervention and non-participant groups to see if there is a difference between the McGill Quality of Life (MQOL) total score between those that received full AgrAbility services and those that received minimal information. The McGill QOL questionnaire was mailed to all 181 participants utilizing a three-part modified Dillman method with a cover letter, McGill survey and postage-paid return addressed envelope. A response rate of 66.0% or 66 surveys were returned in the intervention group and 33.3% response rate or 27 returned surveys in the non-participant group. No significant differences were found between the intervention and non-participant groups based upon age and gender. Significant differences were found between the two groups related to farm operation, work status, and primary disability. The MQOL single-item mean score for the non-participant group was 5.79 and the score for the intervention group was 6.38 on the eleven point scale. No significant difference was found (t = -.960; p > .05) between the groups based upon this statement. Overall MQOL total scores were based upon a single-item physical question and four subscales. No significant difference (t = .082; p > .05) was found between the groups. One of the main findings was that the intervention group, which had received AgrAbility services; had a higher rate (95.5%) than the non-participant group (66.6%) in regards to remaining in production agriculture at either full or part time level. A significant difference was found between the two groups in their ability to operate machinery (t = -3.24; p < .05) and their ability to change or modify their machinery (t = -2.64; p < .05). Statements that were approaching significance related to completion of chores and their ability to manage their farm operation. No statistically significance difference between the groups was found regarding accessibility to their workspace and ability to live in their home. In regards to farm operations, 50 out of the 93 farms represented in this study were dairy farms. The number of dairy farmers in the intervention group was 63.6%, which is double the amount in the non-participant group (29.6%). However, dairy farming represented a much larger majority of the farm operations in the intervention group compared to the non-participant group. Dairy farming is associated with manual labor and repetitive tasks and income fluctuations due to milk prices. When comparing the MQOL total score for dairy farmers to the non-participant and intervention groups, mean scores for dairy farmers were 5.884 compared to 6.367 for non-participant and 6.248 for intervention. There was no significant difference (F = .598; p < .05) between the three…

Subjects/Keywords: quality of life; disability; farmers

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Fetzer, L. M. (2010). QUALITY OF LIFE MEASURE FOR PENNSYLVANIA AGRICULTURAL PRODUCERS WITH A DISABILITY. (Masters Thesis). Penn State University. Retrieved from https://etda.libraries.psu.edu/catalog/11221

Chicago Manual of Style (16^th Edition):

Fetzer, Linda M. “QUALITY OF LIFE MEASURE FOR PENNSYLVANIA AGRICULTURAL PRODUCERS WITH A DISABILITY.” 2010. Masters Thesis, Penn State University. Accessed February 27, 2020. https://etda.libraries.psu.edu/catalog/11221.

MLA Handbook (7^th Edition):

Fetzer, Linda M. “QUALITY OF LIFE MEASURE FOR PENNSYLVANIA AGRICULTURAL PRODUCERS WITH A DISABILITY.” 2010. Web. 27 Feb 2020.

Vancouver:

Fetzer LM. QUALITY OF LIFE MEASURE FOR PENNSYLVANIA AGRICULTURAL PRODUCERS WITH A DISABILITY. [Internet] [Masters thesis]. Penn State University; 2010. [cited 2020 Feb 27]. Available from: https://etda.libraries.psu.edu/catalog/11221.

Council of Science Editors:

Fetzer LM. QUALITY OF LIFE MEASURE FOR PENNSYLVANIA AGRICULTURAL PRODUCERS WITH A DISABILITY. [Masters Thesis]. Penn State University; 2010. Available from: https://etda.libraries.psu.edu/catalog/11221

Montana Tech

24. Schaumberg, Cindy. Subjective Quality of Life in Dialysis Patients.

Degree: PhD, 2012, Montana Tech

URL: https://scholarworks.umt.edu/etd/929

► With the ever increasing ability of medical technology to prolong life, quality of life is an increasingly legitimate medical outcome. This is an ethnographic study… (more)

Subjects/Keywords: adherence; hemodialysis; quality of life

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Schaumberg, C. (2012). Subjective Quality of Life in Dialysis Patients. (Doctoral Dissertation). Montana Tech. Retrieved from https://scholarworks.umt.edu/etd/929

Chicago Manual of Style (16^th Edition):

Schaumberg, Cindy. “Subjective Quality of Life in Dialysis Patients.” 2012. Doctoral Dissertation, Montana Tech. Accessed February 27, 2020. https://scholarworks.umt.edu/etd/929.

MLA Handbook (7^th Edition):

Schaumberg, Cindy. “Subjective Quality of Life in Dialysis Patients.” 2012. Web. 27 Feb 2020.

Vancouver:

Schaumberg C. Subjective Quality of Life in Dialysis Patients. [Internet] [Doctoral dissertation]. Montana Tech; 2012. [cited 2020 Feb 27]. Available from: https://scholarworks.umt.edu/etd/929.

Council of Science Editors:

Schaumberg C. Subjective Quality of Life in Dialysis Patients. [Doctoral Dissertation]. Montana Tech; 2012. Available from: https://scholarworks.umt.edu/etd/929

University of Otago

25. Evans, DIANE ELIZABETH. Quality of life in residential care: a qualitative study of perspectives of people with dementia, their family members and healthcare staff.

Degree: 2012, University of Otago

URL: http://hdl.handle.net/10523/2547

► As our population ages so too will the number of people with dementia increase. For some time there have been concerns expressed by campaigners for… (more)

▼ As our population ages so too will the number of people with dementia increase. For some time there have been concerns expressed by campaigners for people with dementia about quality of life and the safety and quality of care delivered for those in rest homes, particularly for residents in the specialised dementia rest homes. Little is known about the quality of life of people with dementia from their own subjective points of view, in particular in reference to the corresponding opinions of family members and healthcare workers. The aim of this study was to look at views of quality of life for residents living in a specialist dementia level rest home, and how they were expressed. The study gathered data from four “cases” covering three viewpoints in each case: the resident with a moderate dementia, a key family member and a key residential healthcare worker involved in their care. The study used a qualitative method, analysing data from these twelve recorded and transcribed interviews. The interviews were semi-structured following the line of questioning of the Quality Of Life–Alzheimer’s Disease (QOL-AD) assessment (Thorgrimsen, Selwood & Spector, 2003) (Appendix 1) followed by some more open-ended questions. Data were analysed and interpreted according to key themes and phrases and explored for similarities and differences using descriptive methodology. The main findings of this study are that quality of life has many dimensions and has differing meanings to each participant. The person with dementia’s subjective viewpoint is important in rating their own quality of life, however, using the “three voices” (resident, family and healthcare worker) made an authentic contribution, enabling a more comprehensive understanding of quality of life for the residents living with dementia. Despite being given a diagnosis of dementia, resident participants demonstrated awareness and an acceptance of their condition. Each resident participant described a better quality of life for themselves than that reflected in the opinions of the family members and healthcare workers. Another significant finding was that family relationships were seen to be important to the resident’s quality of life, not only as part of physical closeness but also as emotional attachment. These findings may lessen the degree of guilt and distress for family members in such situations. Studies of this type may also assist healthcare workers develop their ability to intervene to improve the quality of life of individuals with dementia rather than simply dealing with more medical or basic care aspects of the condition. Advisors/Committee Members: Keeling, Sally (advisor).

Subjects/Keywords: Quality; of; life; Dementia; Opinions

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Evans, D. E. (2012). Quality of life in residential care: a qualitative study of perspectives of people with dementia, their family members and healthcare staff. (Masters Thesis). University of Otago. Retrieved from http://hdl.handle.net/10523/2547

Chicago Manual of Style (16^th Edition):

Evans, DIANE ELIZABETH. “Quality of life in residential care: a qualitative study of perspectives of people with dementia, their family members and healthcare staff. ” 2012. Masters Thesis, University of Otago. Accessed February 27, 2020. http://hdl.handle.net/10523/2547.

MLA Handbook (7^th Edition):

Evans, DIANE ELIZABETH. “Quality of life in residential care: a qualitative study of perspectives of people with dementia, their family members and healthcare staff. ” 2012. Web. 27 Feb 2020.

Vancouver:

Evans DE. Quality of life in residential care: a qualitative study of perspectives of people with dementia, their family members and healthcare staff. [Internet] [Masters thesis]. University of Otago; 2012. [cited 2020 Feb 27]. Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/10523/2547.

Council of Science Editors:

Evans DE. Quality of life in residential care: a qualitative study of perspectives of people with dementia, their family members and healthcare staff. [Masters Thesis]. University of Otago; 2012. Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/10523/2547

North-West University

26. Khimba, M P. The impact of quality of work life on the perfomance of employees of a South African Revenue Services branch / M P Khimba .

Degree: 2011, North-West University

URL: http://hdl.handle.net/10394/15781

► The pursuit for improved productivity through human resources has its beginning in the early 1900's. Taylor's scientific management principles created an awareness regarding human resources.… (more)

▼ The pursuit for improved productivity through human resources has its beginning in the early 1900's. Taylor's scientific management principles created an awareness regarding human resources. It was earlier considered as a mere instrument of production ready to work from dawn to dusk under whatever conditions and being motivated by the lure of money. From then onwards research and experiments have been undertaken to understand human beings at work and the ways to improve their job satisfaction, balanced with the aim of the organizations to combine better productivity with job and employee satisfaction. The concept of QWL (quality of work life) has originated from the continuous research process. The term QWL was introduced by Dav is (1972) at the first International QWL conference held in Toronto. The focus of this research concerns a study of the quality of work life for the employees at SARS in the Mmabatho Branch in the North West province. The aim of this paper was to determine whether and how quality of work life affects the satisfaction level of the employees and the implications of these findings suggest that the quality of work life at SARS can be enhanced by factors such as adequate income and fair compensation, safe and healthy working conditions, opportunities for career growth and development of human capabilities and social integration in the workforce. A convenience or accidental sampling was used for this study, out of93 questionnaires sent out, a total of 77 usable questionnaires were returned, representing an overall response rate of (82,8%). The study reveals that a clear and consistent communication of the organisational goals and objectives is essential to both employer and employees. The study also recommends that an establishment of new policies and practices that promote a workplace culture that stimulates employees with the aim of reducing stress, poor performance and low morale of employees. Alignments of organisational goals to day-to-day work by maintaining healthy working conditions: reduce high absenteeism levels and occupational burnout and fair remuneration of employees. The study also recommends that maintenance and open dialogue among the middle and junior employees.

Subjects/Keywords: Quality of work life

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Khimba, M. P. (2011). The impact of quality of work life on the perfomance of employees of a South African Revenue Services branch / M P Khimba . (Thesis). North-West University. Retrieved from http://hdl.handle.net/10394/15781

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Chicago Manual of Style (16^th Edition):

Khimba, M P. “The impact of quality of work life on the perfomance of employees of a South African Revenue Services branch / M P Khimba .” 2011. Thesis, North-West University. Accessed February 27, 2020. http://hdl.handle.net/10394/15781.

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Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation

MLA Handbook (7^th Edition):

Khimba, M P. “The impact of quality of work life on the perfomance of employees of a South African Revenue Services branch / M P Khimba .” 2011. Web. 27 Feb 2020.

Vancouver:

Khimba MP. The impact of quality of work life on the perfomance of employees of a South African Revenue Services branch / M P Khimba . [Internet] [Thesis]. North-West University; 2011. [cited 2020 Feb 27]. Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/10394/15781.

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Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation

Council of Science Editors:

Khimba MP. The impact of quality of work life on the perfomance of employees of a South African Revenue Services branch / M P Khimba . [Thesis]. North-West University; 2011. Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/10394/15781

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University of New South Wales

27. Mathew, Remy Sheena. Visual predictors for poor mobility performance in people with age-related macular degeneration.

Degree: Optometry & Vision Science, 2010, University of New South Wales

URL: http://handle.unsw.edu.au/1959.4/50192 ; https://unsworks.unsw.edu.au/fapi/datastream/unsworks:9070/SOURCE02?view=true

► Age-related macular degeneration is the leading cause of visual impairement in older people in developed countries. Although, several studies have considered aspects of quality of… (more)

▼ Age-related macular degeneration is the leading cause of visual impairement in older people in developed countries. Although, several studies have considered aspects of quality of life and depression in people with AMD, case control studies and investigations of visual function and its impact on mobility have not been extensively explored; these studies form the focus for this study. This thesis aimed to analyze the quality of life in people with moderate to moderately severe AMD compared to age-and-gender matched controls. Further, the study examined different aspects of visual function, sensorimotor function and mobility performance in AMD and controls. Analysis of these findings was conducted to determine whether poor mobility performance in people with AMD could be predicted using particular measures of visual function. A quality of life profile was mapped for AMD (n=145) and Control (n=136) subjects using the Short Form general health (SF-36), Low Luminance Questionnaire (LLQ), Goldberg Anxiety and Depression Scale (GADS), Incidental and Planned Activity questionnaire (IPAQ) and Assistance for daily living activities. Visual function (high contrast visual acuity, contrast sensitivity, photostress test, visual fields and dark adaptation), sensorimotor function (proprioception, contrast sensitivity, muscle strength, reaction time and balance) and mobility performance (under five levels of illumination) were assessed for a subset of 68 subjects (AMD: 33; Control: 35). The differences between the two groups were assessed using independent t-tests and multi-variate analysis. Visual predictors for poor mobility performance were modelled using stepwise linear regression.This study showed that people with AMD have reduced quality of life on both functional and emotional domains, with more anxiety and depressive symptoms when compared to age-and-gender-matched controls. People with AMD also required more assistance for daily living activities. Significant functional impairments for visual acuity, contrast sensitivity, photostress test, visual field indices and dark adaptation indices (cone threshold, rod threshold and rod-cone break up time) were also seen in people with AMD compared to controls. Multivariate analysis showed similar performances for the sensorimotor functions in both groups after correcting for age, gender and visual input (factored in terms of visual acuity). Mobility performance for people with AMD was significantly reduced for all the obstacle courses when compared with controls. Poor mobility performance in people with AMD, particularly with changes in surrounding illumination could be best predicted from the presence of focal defects in the central visual field, delayed recovery of macular function and delayed dark adaptation. Taken together, this study indicates the need for assessment and improved intervention to maintain independence and quality of life in people with AMD. Advisors/Committee Members: Madigan, Michele, Optometry & Vision Science, Faculty of Science, UNSW, Vaegan, Vaegan, Optometry & Vision Science, Faculty of Science, UNSW, Beaumont, Paul, Institute of Eye Research, Lord, Stephen, Prince of Wales Medical Research Institute, Faculty of Medicine, UNSW.

Subjects/Keywords: Quality of Life; Ageing; Mobility

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Mathew, R. S. (2010). Visual predictors for poor mobility performance in people with age-related macular degeneration. (Doctoral Dissertation). University of New South Wales. Retrieved from http://handle.unsw.edu.au/1959.4/50192 ; https://unsworks.unsw.edu.au/fapi/datastream/unsworks:9070/SOURCE02?view=true

Chicago Manual of Style (16^th Edition):

Mathew, Remy Sheena. “Visual predictors for poor mobility performance in people with age-related macular degeneration.” 2010. Doctoral Dissertation, University of New South Wales. Accessed February 27, 2020. http://handle.unsw.edu.au/1959.4/50192 ; https://unsworks.unsw.edu.au/fapi/datastream/unsworks:9070/SOURCE02?view=true.

MLA Handbook (7^th Edition):

Mathew, Remy Sheena. “Visual predictors for poor mobility performance in people with age-related macular degeneration.” 2010. Web. 27 Feb 2020.

Vancouver:

Mathew RS. Visual predictors for poor mobility performance in people with age-related macular degeneration. [Internet] [Doctoral dissertation]. University of New South Wales; 2010. [cited 2020 Feb 27]. Available from: http://handle.unsw.edu.au/1959.4/50192 ; https://unsworks.unsw.edu.au/fapi/datastream/unsworks:9070/SOURCE02?view=true.

Council of Science Editors:

Mathew RS. Visual predictors for poor mobility performance in people with age-related macular degeneration. [Doctoral Dissertation]. University of New South Wales; 2010. Available from: http://handle.unsw.edu.au/1959.4/50192 ; https://unsworks.unsw.edu.au/fapi/datastream/unsworks:9070/SOURCE02?view=true

28. Kirsh, Elliana. The Utility of Disease-Specific Health Status Instruments in Ambulatory Care.

Degree: Doctor of Medicine, 2019, Harvard University

URL: http://nrs.harvard.edu/urn-3:HUL.InstRepos:41971490

► Purpose: Currently, a major obstacle in evidence-based otolaryngology is incorporating validated instruments into daily practice. To address this need, we proposed a series of interrelated… (more)

▼ Purpose: Currently, a major obstacle in evidence-based otolaryngology is incorporating validated instruments into daily practice. To address this need, we proposed a series of interrelated projects which evaluate the utility of disease-specific health status instruments for patients in the ambulatory care setting. Aim 1 examined the ability of a disease-specific quality of life instrument to predict vocal diagnoses made via laryngoscopy/stroboscopy, as compared to common clinical inquiries about vocal characteristics. Aim 2 evaluated disease-specific and general health status to determine whether general health status data alone can accurately represent vocal health in this population. Aim 3 determined the extent to which voice-specific heath status contributes to general quality of life, when simultaneously adjusting for what have traditionally been considered more concerning comorbidities. Methods: Patients presenting for their first visit to a tertiary care academic medical center laryngology subspecialty clinic completed disease-specific health status instruments (Voice Handicap Index-10 [VHI-10] and Singing Voice Handicap Index-10 [SVHI-10]), common clinical queries, and a standardized global health instrument (Patient-Reported Outcome Measurement Information System [PROMIS] global short form), as part of their routine clinical intake. Results were reviewed against objective voice diagnoses and patient comorbidity data obtained through chart review. For Aim 1, the area under the receiver operating characteristic curves (AUC) and sensitivity/specificity of the VHI-10 and mainstream clinical queries were determined. For Aim 2, Spearman rho analyses were applied to test the null hypothesis that there were no correlations between the VHI-10 or and PROMIS scores. For Aim 3, the influence of voice and comorbid conditions on general health status scores was assessed through multivariate ordinal regression. Results: For vocal fold paralysis, the VHI-10 score had an observed AUC of 0.78 (95% CI 0.68-0.88) and had better discrimination than 13 common clinical queries. For laryngeal stenosis, the VHI-10 score demonstrated moderate discrimination, with an associated AUC of 0.79 (95% CI 0.56-1.00) and higher discrimination than 5 common clinical queries. VHI-10 scores were moderately correlated with PROMIS social item scores (Spearman rho 0.37, p<0.0001), however there was no significant correlation between the SVHI-10 and PROMIS scores. In all analyses, voice-related quality of life was a significant predictor of general health status, even when adjusting for comorbid conditions (physical health β= -1.097, p<0.001; mental health β= -0.735, p<0.001; global item β= -1.334, p<0.001; social item β= -0.818, p<0.001). Conclusions: Our results indicate that (1) the VHI-10 is an effective predictor of some voice diagnoses, when compared to mainstream queries about vocal characteristics; (2) voice-specific measures correlate with the PROMIS assessment, however correlations are not so robust that voice-specific instruments and…

Subjects/Keywords: quality of life; voice disorder

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Kirsh, E. (2019). The Utility of Disease-Specific Health Status Instruments in Ambulatory Care. (Doctoral Dissertation). Harvard University. Retrieved from http://nrs.harvard.edu/urn-3:HUL.InstRepos:41971490

Chicago Manual of Style (16^th Edition):

Kirsh, Elliana. “The Utility of Disease-Specific Health Status Instruments in Ambulatory Care.” 2019. Doctoral Dissertation, Harvard University. Accessed February 27, 2020. http://nrs.harvard.edu/urn-3:HUL.InstRepos:41971490.

MLA Handbook (7^th Edition):

Kirsh, Elliana. “The Utility of Disease-Specific Health Status Instruments in Ambulatory Care.” 2019. Web. 27 Feb 2020.

Vancouver:

Kirsh E. The Utility of Disease-Specific Health Status Instruments in Ambulatory Care. [Internet] [Doctoral dissertation]. Harvard University; 2019. [cited 2020 Feb 27]. Available from: http://nrs.harvard.edu/urn-3:HUL.InstRepos:41971490.

Council of Science Editors:

Kirsh E. The Utility of Disease-Specific Health Status Instruments in Ambulatory Care. [Doctoral Dissertation]. Harvard University; 2019. Available from: http://nrs.harvard.edu/urn-3:HUL.InstRepos:41971490

University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center

29. Cook, Ellen Claire. The Impact of Specialized Family Camps on Quality of Life and Hope in Families Who Are Coping with Pediatric Cancer.

Degree: 2012, University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center

URL: http://hdl.handle.net/2152.5/1120

► BACKGROUND: Over the past several decades, specialized summer camps for children with cancer have been shown to have various positive results in those who attend.… (more)

▼ BACKGROUND: Over the past several decades, specialized summer camps for children with cancer have been shown to have various positive results in those who attend. Family camps have become increasingly popular over the past few years, but the efficacy of family camps for specialized populations has not been well established through research. In addition, few studies have addressed the benefits of the camp experience over time, especially in regard to its impact on quality of life. The aim of this study was to learn whether or not the family camp experience increases the quality of life of families with a child with cancer, and whether or not these changes are maintained after the camp experience ends. In addition, this study examined the impact of camp on levels of hope, and analyzed how hope and social support contribute to the quality of life of those who attend camp. SUBJECTS: A total of 66 families participated in this study. Participants include parents, cancer patients or survivors, and siblings. Thirty-nine families who attended a specialized weekend camp participated in the study, and a control sample of 27 families who did not attend camp was recruited as well. METHOD: Questionnaire data was collected at three time points: pre-camp, post-camp, and a three-month follow up. Measures included a demographic questionnaire, age appropriate versions of the PedsQLTM 4.0 Generic Core Scales, the PedsQLTM 2.0 PedsQLTM 2.0 Family Impact Module, the Hope Scale (Adult and Child versions), the Young Children’s Hope Scale, and a brief follow-up questionnaire. RESULTS: Quality of life did not significantly increase in the camp group in the overall family unit. However, quality of life was shown to be significantly higher in the camp group than the control group at the beginning and end of camp. Siblings demonstrated a significant increase in quality of life when examined separately from the family unit. No significant changes in hope or differences in hope between groups were observed. DISCUSSION: Though this study did not demonstrate the efficacy of family camp as predicted, it did show that individual family members are impacted by camp in different ways. Camp has been show to benefit siblings in particular, which is indicated by improvement in quality of life, hope, and social support in this population. This study also shows that different results may be found using different measures of the same variables. Advisors/Committee Members: Wetherington, Crista E., Germann, Julie, Chiu, Chung-Yi, Leavey, Patrick.

Subjects/Keywords: Family; Neoplasms; Quality of Life

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Cook, E. C. (2012). The Impact of Specialized Family Camps on Quality of Life and Hope in Families Who Are Coping with Pediatric Cancer. (Thesis). University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center. Retrieved from http://hdl.handle.net/2152.5/1120

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Chicago Manual of Style (16^th Edition):

Cook, Ellen Claire. “The Impact of Specialized Family Camps on Quality of Life and Hope in Families Who Are Coping with Pediatric Cancer.” 2012. Thesis, University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center. Accessed February 27, 2020. http://hdl.handle.net/2152.5/1120.

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Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation

MLA Handbook (7^th Edition):

Cook, Ellen Claire. “The Impact of Specialized Family Camps on Quality of Life and Hope in Families Who Are Coping with Pediatric Cancer.” 2012. Web. 27 Feb 2020.

Vancouver:

Cook EC. The Impact of Specialized Family Camps on Quality of Life and Hope in Families Who Are Coping with Pediatric Cancer. [Internet] [Thesis]. University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center; 2012. [cited 2020 Feb 27]. Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/2152.5/1120.

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Council of Science Editors:

Cook EC. The Impact of Specialized Family Camps on Quality of Life and Hope in Families Who Are Coping with Pediatric Cancer. [Thesis]. University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center; 2012. Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/2152.5/1120

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Queens University

30. Buchanan, Maureen. The Impact of Clinical Factors and Sociodemographic Variables on Health-Related Quality of Life in Venous Leg Ulceration .

Degree: Nursing, 2010, Queens University

URL: http://hdl.handle.net/1974/5393

► Leg ulceration negatively affects quality of life (QOL). The relationship between important clinical attributes such as ulcer severity, pain and health related quality of life… (more)

▼ Leg ulceration negatively affects quality of life (QOL). The relationship between important clinical attributes such as ulcer severity, pain and health related quality of life (HRQL) is poorly understood. The Wilson and Cleary model of Health Related Quality of Life (WC model) is a guiding framework that links clinical measures to QOL. Thesis Objectives: I describe the relationship between ulcer severity, comorbidity, etiology and pain and HRQL. Methods: An integrative mixed-methods approach was used: a systematic review of studies that examined the relationship between clinical variables and HRQL or QOL as outlined in the WC model (n=22); a review of studies (n=11) that compared the HRQL of persons with leg ulcers to population normative scores; and, an analysis of the relationship between clinical factors and HRQL in a cohort of 564 persons with venous leg ulcers drawn from two randomized control trials. Results: There is empirical support for the causal linkages between disease severity, symptoms, function, health perception and QOL that comprise the causal pathway as outlined in the WC model. Venous ulcers are associated with a poor quality of life, and numerous aspects of functioning are impaired, in particular physical function. In 564 individuals with venous ulcers, pain was present in 78.8%. Those younger than 65 years were 1.5 times more likely to be in the higher pain group compared to those 65 and older. Physical HRQL was significantly impaired. Predictors of poor physical HRQL included venous-arterial ulcers, a more severe ulcer, arthritis and a higher level of pain. Poor mental HRQL was associated with the younger age group, a comorbid condition and a higher level of pain. Increasing ulcer duration negatively affected mental state, but the findings were of borderline significance. Conclusion: The WC model is a clinically useful framework to select variables to represent HRQL and to base hypotheses about causal associations between clinical variables and QOL. Future research should focus on specifying the measurement models to represent disease severity, symptom status and functional status. Clinically the WC model is a useful bedside heuristic to explore the impact on leg ulceration on daily life and wellbeing.

Subjects/Keywords: Leg Ulcer; Quality of Life

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Buchanan, M. (2010). The Impact of Clinical Factors and Sociodemographic Variables on Health-Related Quality of Life in Venous Leg Ulceration . (Thesis). Queens University. Retrieved from http://hdl.handle.net/1974/5393

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Chicago Manual of Style (16^th Edition):

Buchanan, Maureen. “The Impact of Clinical Factors and Sociodemographic Variables on Health-Related Quality of Life in Venous Leg Ulceration .” 2010. Thesis, Queens University. Accessed February 27, 2020. http://hdl.handle.net/1974/5393.

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Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation

MLA Handbook (7^th Edition):

Buchanan, Maureen. “The Impact of Clinical Factors and Sociodemographic Variables on Health-Related Quality of Life in Venous Leg Ulceration .” 2010. Web. 27 Feb 2020.

Vancouver:

Buchanan M. The Impact of Clinical Factors and Sociodemographic Variables on Health-Related Quality of Life in Venous Leg Ulceration . [Internet] [Thesis]. Queens University; 2010. [cited 2020 Feb 27]. Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/1974/5393.

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Council of Science Editors:

Buchanan M. The Impact of Clinical Factors and Sociodemographic Variables on Health-Related Quality of Life in Venous Leg Ulceration . [Thesis]. Queens University; 2010. Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/1974/5393

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