The effectiveness of an educational intervention to enhance happiness in Iranian older people: Applying social support theory.

abstract：OBJECTIVE:The main aim of this study was to examine whether neuroticism mediates the association between loneliness and cognitive function in older adults. METHODS:This study involved 2322 representative community residents aged 60-92 years in Peninsular Malaysia. Cognition was measured by Mini-Mental State Examinatio...

journal_title：Australasian journal on ageing

authors： Foong HF,Hamid TA,Ibrahim R,Haron SA

更新日期：2018-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To assess the changes in fifth-year medical students' perceptions of the importance of frailty and competence in assessing, diagnosing and managing frailty after a 4.5-week geriatric medicine course. METHODS:Students' perceived importance and competence was assessed before and after the course using a 26-ite...

journal_title：Australasian journal on ageing

authors： Arakawa Martins B,Jadczak AD,Dollard J,Barrie H,Mahajan N,Tam KL,Visvanathan R

更新日期：2020-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:Education affects the attitudes and abilities of health professionals regarding older people. This study examines the nature and amount of ageing-related content in programs at universities and in continuing education in Queensland for disciplines involved in the direct care of older people. METHODS:Surveys...

journal_title：Australasian journal on ageing

authors： Liddle J,Beattie E,Gannon B,Bennett S,Pachana NA

更新日期：2020-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：AIM:  To explore the ongoing impact of arthritis on older community-dwelling women over 9 years of Australian Longitudinal Study on Women's Health data. METHODS:  National longitudinal surveys (1996-2005) were conducted with a random sample of 12432 Australian women, aged 70-75 years in 1996. Self-report of doctor dia...

journal_title：Australasian journal on ageing

authors： Parkinson L,Gibson R,Robinson I,Byles J

更新日期：2010-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:To identify attributes of rapid response services designed to support people with very severe and extreme responsive behaviours, otherwise known as behavioural and psychological symptoms of dementia, in aged care homes. METHODS:A rapid evidence assessment was conducted to inform the evaluation of the Severe...

journal_title：Australasian journal on ageing

authors： Westera A,Fildes D,Grootemaat P,Gordon R

更新日期：2020-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:There is a paucity of health-related research on older Asian immigrants in New Zealand. The aim of this review was to critically examine literature on the health and well-being of this population group. METHODS:An integrative literature review was conducted from December 2017 to February 2018. Online databas...

journal_title：Australasian journal on ageing

authors： Montayre J,De-Arth J,Shrestha-Ranjit J,Neville S,Holroyd E

更新日期：2019-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:(i) To develop a version of the revised Patients' Attitude Towards Deprescribing (rPATD) questionnaire for people with mild cognitive impairment (MCI) and mild-to-moderate dementia (rPATDcog); and (ii) to capture the beliefs and attitudes of this population and their carers about deprescribing through a pilo...

journal_title：Australasian journal on ageing

authors： Reeve E,Anthony AC,Kouladjian O'Donnell L,Low LF,Ogle SJ,Glendenning JE,Lorang CE,Hilmer SN

更新日期：2018-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Many older adults are sexually active, and STIs are rising amongst this cohort. In primary care, sexual health discussions are limited as health-care practitioners commonly assume older patients aged 60+ are not sexually active or are unwilling to discuss sex. Studies have either examined patient or clinicia...

journal_title：Australasian journal on ageing

authors： Malta S,Temple-Smith M,Bickerstaffe A,Bourchier L,Hocking J

更新日期：2020-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To determine the effect of seated exercise on impairment, activity and participation levels of older adults living with a health condition or impairment. METHODS:A systematic search of health databases combined concepts of seated exercise and controlled trials. Selected trials were appraised for quality and ...

journal_title：Australasian journal on ageing

authors： Sexton BP,Taylor NF

更新日期：2019-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:To evaluate outcomes associated with pharmacist-led medication reviews in residential aged care facility (RACF) residents with dementia. METHODS:Six scientific databases were searched. All study designs investigating pharmacist-led medication reviews in RACF residents with dementia were considered. The prot...

journal_title：Australasian journal on ageing

authors： McDerby N,Kosari S,Bail K,Shield A,Peterson G,Naunton M

更新日期：2020-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：AIM:To determine whether older people are prescribed antidepressants at lower levels of depression and with fewer symptoms, and whether they are more likely to engage in chronic usage than younger adults. METHODS:An online survey about experiences with, and opinions about, depression and antidepressants was completed ...

journal_title：Australasian journal on ageing

authors： Read J,Gibson KL,Cartwright C

更新日期：2016-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:To determine the effect of sitting position (reclined versus upright) on the levels of participative interaction and spontaneous communication of immobile and totally dependent aged care residents. METHODS:Ten frail, immobile and totally dependent female residents older than 85 years were observed in reclin...

journal_title：Australasian journal on ageing

authors： Hammer JL,Nitz JC

更新日期：2009-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：AIM:Several tests are available for aphasia screening following stroke. However, some of them have shortcomings such as need of specialist knowledge, low sensitivity and/or specificity and lengthy administration time. Our study aims to evaluate the language component of the Addenbrooke's Cognitive Examination--Revised ...

journal_title：Australasian journal on ageing

authors： Gaber TA,Parsons F,Gautam V

更新日期：2011-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：AIM:Christchurch, New Zealand has a unique opportunity to potentially rebuild as a dementia-friendly city in the wake of the 2010 and 2011 earthquakes. The present study gathered insights from people with dementia about what would make it possible for them to live better in Christchurch. METHODS:Twenty-six older peopl...

journal_title：Australasian journal on ageing

authors： Smith K,Gee S,Sharrock T,Croucher M

更新日期：2016-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:This paper describes a workshop process conducted to guide funding priorities for the Ageing Well National Science Challenge in New Zealand (NZ). METHODS:Based on the Checklist for Health Research Priority Setting, stakeholders networking workshops were conducted in five main cities in NZ (n = 133 attendees)...

journal_title：Australasian journal on ageing

authors： Doolan-Noble F,Mehta P,Waters D,Baxter GD

更新日期：2019-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:The aim of this article was to review the literature around Australian medical student attitudes towards older people. METHODS:An Ovid cross-search and SCOPUS search were performed using keywords such as 'Attitude', 'Medical Student' and 'Aged or Older or Elderly'. RESULTS:Several recent studies have invest...

journal_title：Australasian journal on ageing

authors： Wilson MA,Kurrle SE,Wilson I

更新日期：2018-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：AIM:To determine the non-medical needs of older patients in the emergency department (ED). METHODS:We undertook a cross-sectional survey of three age groups (50-64, 65-79, 80+ years) using a self-administered questionnaire with five response options (strongly agree-strongly disagree) for 31 items. RESULTS:There were ...

journal_title：Australasian journal on ageing

authors： Liu B,Taylor DM,Ling SL,MacGibbon P

更新日期：2016-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:The purpose of this rapid review was to explore how residential aged care staff conceptualise and identify elder abuse. METHODS:English-language publications, between 2000 and 2017, about elder abuse in residential aged care in developed countries were sought from three academic databases. Only perspectives ...

journal_title：Australasian journal on ageing

authors： Radermacher H,Toh YL,Western D,Coles J,Goeman D,Lowthian J

更新日期：2018-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This paper undertakes a comprehensive review of the growing international literature on age-friendly communities. It examines a range of approaches and identifies the key attributes associated with creating a sustainable environment for seniors. The authors critically evaluate emerging policy trends and models and sug...

journal_title：Australasian journal on ageing

authors： Lui CW,Everingham JA,Warburton J,Cuthill M,Bartlett H

更新日期：2009-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：AIM:The associations between perceived wellness and health-related quality of life, comorbidities and modifiable lifestyle factors in older adults were explored. METHODS:Self-administered questionnaires including the Perceived Wellness Survey and the 36-Item Short Form of the Medical Outcomes Study version two were di...

journal_title：Australasian journal on ageing

authors： Foottit J,Anderson D

更新日期：2012-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：AIM:This paper examines the impact of the global financial crisis (GFC) on employed Australian baby boomers. METHODS:A nationally representative sample of 1009 boomers aged 50-64 years completed a survey by telephone interview mid 2009. RESULTS:Compared with 1 year ago, 38.9% of working boomers reported being financi...

journal_title：Australasian journal on ageing

authors： O'Loughlin K,Humpel N,Kendig H

更新日期：2010-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:To compare the outcomes of readmission, mortality and treatment-related complications in older people treated by hospital in the home (HITH) for acute decompensated congestive cardiac failure (CCF) with those treated in hospital. METHODS:Retrospective cohort study of patients 65 years and older treated by H...

journal_title：Australasian journal on ageing

authors： Yu JJ,Sunderland Y

更新日期：2020-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：AIM:The present study explores how Australian older adults use the Internet. METHOD:Older adults were recruited online to complete an online survey. RESULTS:Participants primarily used the Internet for interpersonal communication, followed by information seeking, commerce and entertainment. CONCLUSION:The Internet i...

journal_title：Australasian journal on ageing

authors： Sum S,Mathews RM,Hughes I

更新日期：2009-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：AIM:Online advertising is a new frontier in research recruitment and Google Adwords (GA) is one method of online advertising. Only a handful of studies, however, have described its cost and effectiveness and none have focused on older adults. The aim of this paper is to describe a GA campaign used to recruit family car...

journal_title：Australasian journal on ageing

authors： O'Dwyer ST,Moyle W

更新日期：2014-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：AIM:This paper presents data on the amount of contact a large cohort of first-time Australian grandparents have with their grandchild, and the amount of child care they provide. It compares these with grandparents' expectations and desired levels. METHOD:Prospective grandparents were assessed on multiple measures befo...

journal_title：Australasian journal on ageing

authors： Condon J,Corkindale C,Luszcz M,Gamble E

更新日期：2013-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To understand the dynamics underlying 'bed-blocking' in Australian public hospitals that is frequently blamed on older patients. METHODS:Analysis of primary and secondary data of utilisation patterns of hospital and aged care services by older Australians. RESULTS:A model of the dynamics at the acute-aged c...

journal_title：Australasian journal on ageing

authors： Travers CM,McDonnell GD,Broe GA,Anderson P,Karmel R,Duckett SJ,Gray LC

更新日期：2008-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To investigate whether physical training (alone or in a multi-component intervention) is effective in preventing delirium or improving outcomes for adult patients with delirium in the hospital setting. METHODS:A systematic review, qualitative synthesis and meta-analysis of randomised controlled trials identi...

journal_title：Australasian journal on ageing

authors： Haley MN,Casey P,Kane RY,Dārziņš P,Lawler K

更新日期：2019-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：AIM:To model impact of modifiable risk behaviour on dementia prevalence among the Australian population aged 45 years and over. METHODS:A group-based computer model was constructed to estimate the impact of modifying risk behaviour on dementia prevalence. RESULTS:Based on population ageing, the number of people aged ...

journal_title：Australasian journal on ageing

authors： Nepal B,Brown L,Ranmuthugala G

更新日期：2010-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：AIM:To examine the effectiveness of smart technologies in improving or maintaining the social connectedness of older people living at home. METHODS:We conducted a systematic review and critical evaluation of research articles published between 2000 and 2013. Article screening, data extraction and quality assessment (u...

journal_title：Australasian journal on ageing

authors： Morris ME,Adair B,Ozanne E,Kurowski W,Miller KJ,Pearce AJ,Santamaria N,Long M,Ventura C,Said CM

更新日期：2014-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To examine the prevalence of dementia and problems associated with ageing in the Torres Strait. METHODS:The study was conducted across all 18 island and 5 mainland communities in the Torres Strait and Northern Peninsula Area of Far North Queensland. Participants underwent a comprehensive health assessment an...

journal_title：Australasian journal on ageing

authors： Russell SG,Quigley R,Thompson F,Sagigi B,LoGiudice D,Smith K,Pachana N,Miller G,Strivens E

更新日期：2020-11-10 00:00:00